Kanonxkanon is the creative collaboration unit of Kanon Wakeshima and Kanon (former An Café). With smart electronic music geared towards the anime crowd and Wakeshima’s adorable vocals, the group has two anime opening themes under their belt in under a year. Their first single, “Calendula Requiem,” appeared as the second opening theme to the animated …
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Feb 02
[interview] Lolitawork with Kanon Wakeshima
Kanon Wakeshima, a beloved gothic Lolita model and protégé of Mana, keeps busy. She released her second album Shoujo Jikake no Libretto – Lolitawork Libretto last July. It’s a fairy tale and coming-of-age story that carefully works love, frustration and hidden messages into its pop sound. Wakeshima collaborated with another Kanon, the former bassist of …
Nov 15
[review] Shoujo Jikake no Libretto – Lolitawork Libretto by Kanon Wakeshima
The multi-talented singer, cellist, pianist and adorable gothic lolita Kanon Wakeshima has been making fans all over the world since her first album, Shinshoku Dolce, in 2009. Her songs have been featured in anime and video games, and she has played concerts in Europe and the United States. Her new album, Shoujo Jikake no Libretto …
May 11
[press release] Cellist/Vocalist Kanon Wakeshima to Make US Debut at Otakon
Baltimore, MD (May 11, 2009) – Rising star Kanon Wakeshima will make her US debut at Otakon 2009. Wakeshima brings a unique and haunting sound composed of baroque cello, strong vocals, and electronic arrangements. A promising newcomer who took up the cello at age 3, Wakeshima began performing at age 15, splitting her time between …