Mime is a four member rock band that got their start back in 2014 in Tokyo. It is purely my best vision of what disco has become nowadays, especially Japanese disco by blending the unique style of 80’s funk, boogie with Neo-soul, and R&B with out of this world composition and vocals. Led by vocalist and keyboards Hikari, her cool and dignified vocals set the mood as they invite their listeners into the world of Mime. 

Several of their tracks have me sucked into the beat and I can’t help myself but dance; the last time I felt this way for a female vocalist was with Showmore. Songs like “Headlight”, “Driftin’”, and “Caught in Shower” really shows the masterful way of how they handle composition. One thing that stands out is Hikari’s vocals, as it isn’t overbearing or show-stealing for the over arcing time with the song and jams really well throughout. 

Currently, Mime has two albums from 2018 and 2020, one mini-album from 2016, and eight digital singles throughout their young career. You can follow them at their official website, Twitter and Instagram. Be sure to check out the music video for the track “Headlight” below!

Mime Stars:

HIKARI - Vocal / Chorus/ Keyboards
JUN UCHINO- Guitar / Chorus
KUNIHIKO KONDO- Keyboards/ Trackmaker / Chorus
TiMT- Drums /Trackmaker /Guitar / Chorus