KATSEYE, MAZZEL Producer Taka Perry Talks Career From Sydney to Tokyo & Appeal of Japanese Music: Unbound Japan Interview
The 28-year-old producer spoke about his career and creative process in this interview with Billboard Japan.
Unbound Japan is an interview series highlighting entertainment industry professionals based outside Japan and those promoting Japan's music to the world. This episode features music producer Taka Perry, born in Australia to an American father and Japanese mother. Perry built his career in Australia before expanding to Japan, where his 2024 hit "Touch" by KATSEYE skyrocketed to global success.
Perry discussed his career, creative process, and his views on Japanese music, emphasizing the appeal of Japanese music as someone raised on Western culture. He started seriously considering working in Japan around 2019-2020, leading to a move there last year to enhance his career and personal life. Despite initial difficulties in breaking into the Japanese industry, Perry persevered, crediting his Australian career foundation for his success.
He shared how he produced Ruel's multi-platinum hit "Younger" and KATSEYE's globally acclaimed "Touch," both serendipitous results. Perry also highlighted the growing global influence of Japanese music, noting the increasing international participation in the industry and the fluidity of artistic influences.
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