Singer-Songwriter Hiroki Oshiba Releases Long-Awaited Album 'JUNK HOPE' After 3 Years
Hiroki Oshiba has released his first album in three years, 'JUNK HOPE,' on April 28, 2026. Produced in his home studio, this 10-track collection represents his 'finest work yet,' blending various musical styles and collaborations.
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massenext Co., Ltd. (Minato-ku, Tokyo), operator of the music agent site 'ZULA' (https://zula.jp/), has released Hiroki Oshiba's 'JUNK HOPE' today. 'JUNK HOPE' is now available on various music streaming and download services.
Hiroki Oshiba is a singer-songwriter active in various fields, including production, songwriting, and label management. He has released his long-awaited album 'JUNK HOPE' today, three years after his previous work.
Unlike traditional studio-centric recordings, this work was created song by song at his home studio in a seaside town in the Kanto region, where he moved after his last release. It feels as if he were confirming his current position through music.
The album features 10 gems including 'Eeeeeeeeeeai,' an ironic super-funk tune that cuts through the three-year silence; the lead track 'Hope no Kane' (Bell of Hope), which rings out high with hope; the ballad 'Yononaka-san' (Mr. World), which personifies the difficulty and chaos of today's world; and 'YOMOSUE,' a collaboration with 'Yuuka,' a new singer with an unforgettable voice. These songs are dedicated to people living in the present and to himself as he survives the music world in various styles.
Hiroki Oshiba 'JUNK HOPE' is now streaming and available for download on all major sites.
Personal Comment:
'My new album JUNK HOPE, the first in three years, is being released. My previous albums formed a continuous story spanning about eight years, so for the next one, I intended to take a break and create a private album where the production was completed by myself alone. However, once I started, many friends, juniors, and fellow musicians who supported the album joined in, resulting in an album far too luxurious to be called "private." Hope might be like a small pebble lying around just where you spread your hands. These 10 songs are like a memorandum of the emotions and thoughts I want to cherish. In 2026, as I think with every release, I plan to stop making albums whenever I feel I can no longer surpass my previous best. This time, I am relieved to have successfully updated my finest work yet. I hope this work becomes a light for someone!'
Release Information:
Title: JUNK HOPE
Artist: Hiroki Oshiba
Release Date: April 28, 2026
[Tracklist]
1. Eeeeeeeeeeai
2. Hope no Kane
3. UN HAPPY WORST DAY
4. Boku to Guitar to Hoshizora to
5. Yononaka-san
6. Yokubari
7. Kikuchi-kun
8. YOMOSUE feat. Yuuka
9. Waratte kure yo
Streaming Service: https://zula.link-map.jp/links/eKy_iDmp
>> April 28 (Tue) 21:00 - 'Yononaka-san' MV Release
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70vl_U7EgLA
Artist Information:
Hiroki Oshiba
Singer-songwriter. Born August 27, 1982. From Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture. Characterized by striking natural permed hair, a hat, and a goatee. Nickname is 'Moja.' Debuted in 2006 with the album 'Mini Skirt.' A 'traveling singer-songwriter' who spends one-third of the year traveling with a guitar and a suitcase. Outstanding guitar skills and a voice like no other. Sensational lyrics that startle the listener. Also active under the name 'Moja' on Niconico Douga, where related video views for representative songs like 'Sayonara Midnight,' 'Donor Song,' 'Kano no Kanojo,' and 'Seisou Bakuretsu Boy' have easily exceeded 50 million. In particular, 'Seisou Bakuretsu Boy' reached No. 2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart. In recent years, he has demonstrated his talent as a director and producer, presiding over labels 'ZOOLOGICAL' and 'ACADEMEIA LABEL' and releasing many works. He organizes the singer-songwriter acoustic festival 'SSW' at Osaka Castle Open-Air Music Hall and Zepp Diver City, and the acoustic festival 'GUITARS' in Asian regions such as Shanghai, Chongqing, and Taiwan. In Osaka, he leads the music seminar 'Lyrics Research Group,' which includes 40 members such as voice actors, singers, and Vocaloid producers. Besides being a CM creator, filmmaker, and radio personality, he participated as a lyricist for the 5-member dance-vocal unit 'Da-iCE' on their single 'FAKESHOW,' which reached No. 3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, and worked with young enka singer Midori Oka.
Hiroki Oshiba is a singer-songwriter active in various fields, including production, songwriting, and label management. He has released his long-awaited album 'JUNK HOPE' today, three years after his previous work.
Unlike traditional studio-centric recordings, this work was created song by song at his home studio in a seaside town in the Kanto region, where he moved after his last release. It feels as if he were confirming his current position through music.
The album features 10 gems including 'Eeeeeeeeeeai,' an ironic super-funk tune that cuts through the three-year silence; the lead track 'Hope no Kane' (Bell of Hope), which rings out high with hope; the ballad 'Yononaka-san' (Mr. World), which personifies the difficulty and chaos of today's world; and 'YOMOSUE,' a collaboration with 'Yuuka,' a new singer with an unforgettable voice. These songs are dedicated to people living in the present and to himself as he survives the music world in various styles.
Hiroki Oshiba 'JUNK HOPE' is now streaming and available for download on all major sites.
Personal Comment:
'My new album JUNK HOPE, the first in three years, is being released. My previous albums formed a continuous story spanning about eight years, so for the next one, I intended to take a break and create a private album where the production was completed by myself alone. However, once I started, many friends, juniors, and fellow musicians who supported the album joined in, resulting in an album far too luxurious to be called "private." Hope might be like a small pebble lying around just where you spread your hands. These 10 songs are like a memorandum of the emotions and thoughts I want to cherish. In 2026, as I think with every release, I plan to stop making albums whenever I feel I can no longer surpass my previous best. This time, I am relieved to have successfully updated my finest work yet. I hope this work becomes a light for someone!'
Release Information:
Title: JUNK HOPE
Artist: Hiroki Oshiba
Release Date: April 28, 2026
[Tracklist]
1. Eeeeeeeeeeai
2. Hope no Kane
3. UN HAPPY WORST DAY
4. Boku to Guitar to Hoshizora to
5. Yononaka-san
6. Yokubari
7. Kikuchi-kun
8. YOMOSUE feat. Yuuka
9. Waratte kure yo
Streaming Service: https://zula.link-map.jp/links/eKy_iDmp
>> April 28 (Tue) 21:00 - 'Yononaka-san' MV Release
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70vl_U7EgLA
Artist Information:
Hiroki Oshiba
Singer-songwriter. Born August 27, 1982. From Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture. Characterized by striking natural permed hair, a hat, and a goatee. Nickname is 'Moja.' Debuted in 2006 with the album 'Mini Skirt.' A 'traveling singer-songwriter' who spends one-third of the year traveling with a guitar and a suitcase. Outstanding guitar skills and a voice like no other. Sensational lyrics that startle the listener. Also active under the name 'Moja' on Niconico Douga, where related video views for representative songs like 'Sayonara Midnight,' 'Donor Song,' 'Kano no Kanojo,' and 'Seisou Bakuretsu Boy' have easily exceeded 50 million. In particular, 'Seisou Bakuretsu Boy' reached No. 2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart. In recent years, he has demonstrated his talent as a director and producer, presiding over labels 'ZOOLOGICAL' and 'ACADEMEIA LABEL' and releasing many works. He organizes the singer-songwriter acoustic festival 'SSW' at Osaka Castle Open-Air Music Hall and Zepp Diver City, and the acoustic festival 'GUITARS' in Asian regions such as Shanghai, Chongqing, and Taiwan. In Osaka, he leads the music seminar 'Lyrics Research Group,' which includes 40 members such as voice actors, singers, and Vocaloid producers. Besides being a CM creator, filmmaker, and radio personality, he participated as a lyricist for the 5-member dance-vocal unit 'Da-iCE' on their single 'FAKESHOW,' which reached No. 3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, and worked with young enka singer Midori Oka.
FAQ
What is the title of Hiroki Oshiba's album released on April 28, 2026?
The title of Hiroki Oshiba's album released on April 28, 2026, is 'JUNK HOPE'.
How many tracks are included in Hiroki Oshiba's 'JUNK HOPE' album?
Hiroki Oshiba's 'JUNK HOPE' album contains 10 tracks in total.
When did Hiroki Oshiba release his previous album before 'JUNK HOPE'?
Hiroki Oshiba released his previous album three years before 'JUNK HOPE' in 2023.
Where was Hiroki Oshiba's 'JUNK HOPE' album produced?
Hiroki Oshiba's 'JUNK HOPE' album was produced in his home studio.
What makes 'JUNK HOPE' significant in Hiroki Oshiba's discography in 2026?
'JUNK HOPE' is considered Hiroki Oshiba's finest work yet in his 2026 discography.