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Q.A.S.B. is a Japanese funk/soul group formed in Tokyo in June 2005. Influenced by iconic artists such as James Brown, early Kool & The Gang, and Sly & The Family Stone, Q.A.S.B. offers a unique blend of danceable funky tunes and mellow laid-back numbers, reminiscent of the early 70s. Initially featuring Amy A as their vocalist, the group has released 10 seven-inch vinyl records and 3 albums (Q.A.S.B. to Q.A.S.B. III), including tracks produced by DJ RYUHEI THE MAN like “The Mexican Part 1 & 2” (2012) and “Never Did I Stop Loving You” (2014). In 2016, marking their 11th anniversary, a.yu.mi. joined as the new vocalist, leading to 4 seven-inch vinyl releases in 2017 and 2018. Their 4th album, “Thinking of You” (2018, 2019), received high praise from notable figures such as Yasuharu Konishi (Pizzicato Five), Shuya Okino (KYOTO JAZZ MASSIVE/ KYOTO JAZZ SEXTET), and Yusuke Ogawa (universounds). Some tracks from the album were also released as remixes, including "Get Down" by DJ KAWASAKI and "Double Decker" by SHO DA SCOTTIE, celebrating the 5

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