Moshi Moshi

Released in 2016, Moshi Moshi is the second EP from Moe Shop and stands as a foundational text in the future funk genre. While the artist's later work would lean further into original J-Pop collaborations, this EP is a masterclass in the sample-heavy, disco-inflected style that defined the early SoundCloud electronic scene. The production is heavily influenced by the 'French Touch' school (Daft Punk, Justice), characterized by aggressive filtering and a 'pumping' sound achieved through heavy compression. It successfully bridged the gap between Western club music and Japanese otaku culture, helping to establish Moe Shop as a central figure in the global future funk community. The EP's brevity is its strength, functioning as a continuous loop of high-energy nu-disco that remains a staple in DJ sets at anime conventions and underground electronic clubs alike.