Following 'Initial D' Cover 'Gamble Rumble', Eurobeat Legends Dave Rodgers and MOTSU Unite Again for Their Second Collaboration, ‘SPACE BOY’
Following the release of 'Gamble Rumble feat. MOTSU', which left a major impact on the dance and Eurobeat scenes, legendary Eurobeat artists Dave Rodgers and MOTSU have released their second incredible collaboration. Dave Rodgers' 'SPACE BOY feat. MOTSU' hit download and streaming platforms on Wednesday, July 12.
‘SPACE BOY’ was originally released in 1998 by Dave Rodgers, who is known to fans as the King of Eurobeat or even the Emperor of Eurobeat. Now, 25 years later, it is still loved by many fans, and widely considered a landmark release in both the Eurobeat scene and Rodgers' own catalogue.
The original version of ‘SPACE BOY’ was featured in ‘The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift’, which was the very first episode of ‘Initial D: First Stage’ – the anime series that sparked the street-racing boom and the Eurobeat scene. Among the many songs featured in the series, ‘SPACE BOY’ stands out as a historic track that is an essential part of any discussion of ‘Initial D’.
The new version, 'SPACE BOY feat. MOTSU', captures the essence of speed that is characteristic of the original version, while maintaining maximum addictiveness. MOTSU has added new rap lyrics for this collaboration, taking the song to a higher gear, resulting in a tough new version with a powerful sense of acceleration.
From the groundbreaking impact of the first collaboration between these two legends on ‘Gamble Rumble’, to their second collaboration ‘SPACE BOY’, Dave Rodgers and MOTSU have reminded us of the unmatched affinity and raw power they share – and now, these two legends who helped create the Eurobeat scene have taken it to a whole new stage of Super Eurobeat. One listen and you'll be hooked.
The two artists commented on the release of their new version of ‘SPACE BOY’.
Comment from Dave Rodgers
“Only MOTSU could have been the actor who could have added his voice as a wizard to a smash hit called ‘SPACE BOY’! Wow, more than 25 years ago that song was created, and now the space boy is not alone anymore! Let's welcome the new Mix! Thank you MOTSU! Thank you my friend!” – Dave Rodgers
Comment from MOTSU
“Ever since I worked together with Dave on ‘Gamble Rumble’, we've gotten along great, and now we have created another exciting track together. Both of us are getting older, but despite that we are beginning to find new horizons. We've also made a music video, so please check it out!” – MOTSU
As the successor to ‘Initial D’, the anime series that sparked the street-racing boom and the Eurobeat scene, a new anime series from creator Shūichi Shigeno titled ‘MF Ghost’ will begin broadcast in October 2023 – depicting thrilling new adventures in street racing. Keep your eyes and ears on the Eurobeat scene, which keeps getting hotter every day.
Release information
■ Digital single released July 12
Dave Rodgers 'SPACE BOY feat. MOTSU'
Download and streaming links: https://avex.lnk.to/spaceboyDM
Music video: https://youtu.be/3phhdxzCqzg
■ Original version: Dave Rodgers ‘SPACE BOY’
Download and streaming links: https://va.lnk.to/nII98
Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvUTNX0FDPA
■ Available now
Dave Rodgers 'Gamble Rumble feat. MOTSU'
Download and streaming links: https://avex.lnk.to/Gamble
Music video: https://youtu.be/-zu5KOWemAw
■ Original version: m.o.v.e ‘Gamble Rumble’
Download and streaming links: https://avex.lnk.to/GambleRumble
Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhTxlm4REQc
‘SPACE BOY’ was originally released in 1998 by Dave Rodgers, who is known to fans as the King of Eurobeat or even the Emperor of Eurobeat. Now, 25 years later, it is still loved by many fans, and widely considered a landmark release in both the Eurobeat scene and Rodgers' own catalogue.
The original version of ‘SPACE BOY’ was featured in ‘The Ultimate Tofu Store Drift’, which was the very first episode of ‘Initial D: First Stage’ – the anime series that sparked the street-racing boom and the Eurobeat scene. Among the many songs featured in the series, ‘SPACE BOY’ stands out as a historic track that is an essential part of any discussion of ‘Initial D’.
The new version, 'SPACE BOY feat. MOTSU', captures the essence of speed that is characteristic of the original version, while maintaining maximum addictiveness. MOTSU has added new rap lyrics for this collaboration, taking the song to a higher gear, resulting in a tough new version with a powerful sense of acceleration.
From the groundbreaking impact of the first collaboration between these two legends on ‘Gamble Rumble’, to their second collaboration ‘SPACE BOY’, Dave Rodgers and MOTSU have reminded us of the unmatched affinity and raw power they share – and now, these two legends who helped create the Eurobeat scene have taken it to a whole new stage of Super Eurobeat. One listen and you'll be hooked.
The two artists commented on the release of their new version of ‘SPACE BOY’.
Comment from Dave Rodgers
“Only MOTSU could have been the actor who could have added his voice as a wizard to a smash hit called ‘SPACE BOY’! Wow, more than 25 years ago that song was created, and now the space boy is not alone anymore! Let's welcome the new Mix! Thank you MOTSU! Thank you my friend!” – Dave Rodgers
Comment from MOTSU
“Ever since I worked together with Dave on ‘Gamble Rumble’, we've gotten along great, and now we have created another exciting track together. Both of us are getting older, but despite that we are beginning to find new horizons. We've also made a music video, so please check it out!” – MOTSU
As the successor to ‘Initial D’, the anime series that sparked the street-racing boom and the Eurobeat scene, a new anime series from creator Shūichi Shigeno titled ‘MF Ghost’ will begin broadcast in October 2023 – depicting thrilling new adventures in street racing. Keep your eyes and ears on the Eurobeat scene, which keeps getting hotter every day.
Release information
■ Digital single released July 12
Dave Rodgers 'SPACE BOY feat. MOTSU'
Download and streaming links: https://avex.lnk.to/spaceboyDM
Music video: https://youtu.be/3phhdxzCqzg
■ Original version: Dave Rodgers ‘SPACE BOY’
Download and streaming links: https://va.lnk.to/nII98
Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvUTNX0FDPA
■ Available now
Dave Rodgers 'Gamble Rumble feat. MOTSU'
Download and streaming links: https://avex.lnk.to/Gamble
Music video: https://youtu.be/-zu5KOWemAw
■ Original version: m.o.v.e ‘Gamble Rumble’
Download and streaming links: https://avex.lnk.to/GambleRumble
Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhTxlm4REQc
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