SURF Music x Mariko Takahashi "Momoiro Toiki" Remix Contest

Brief Details

Presented by SURF Music, The Musix, and Victor Entertainment We’re thrilled to announce a remix opportunity for one of Japan’s most iconic New Music hits of the 1980s: Mariko Takahashi’s “Momoiro Toiki.” Starting today, August 1st (Fri), the official remix contest is now live on the SURF Music platform! Originally released in 1984 and written by Chinfa Kan and composed by Takashi Sato, “Momoiro Toiki” became a nationwide sensation, featured in major TV commercials and performed at the 35th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen. Loved across generations, this classic is now ready for a new life through your sound. <Contest Timeline> Submission Deadline: August 29, 2025 (Fri) @ 23:59 JST First Round Selections Announced: September 5 (Fri) (Remixers to be directly contacted) Digital Release of Selected Remixes: October 8 (Wed) via Victor Entertainment Interim Announcement: Early November Top 10 by Streaming (all DSPs): December 1 (Mon) Final Awards Announcement + Audio Premiere: December 8 (Mon) - “Momoiro Toiki BEST REMIX Award” - “SURF Select Award” (Official audio to be released on Mariko Takahashi’s YouTube channel) <Remix Submission Guidelines> Download the official remix materials, including isolated vocals, E.Piano guides, click track, lyrics (JP/EN), and sheet music to get started. You may: - Create new instrumentals - Reconstruct the arrangement - Add original rap verses (in any language) You may not: - Add new melodies - Include any third-party samples, recordings, or performances *Please refer to the official Terms & Conditions for rights and usage details.* <Prizes & Release Info> 🏅 BEST REMIX AWARD – $2,500 USD Chosen by Mariko Takahashi and producer Henry Hirose from the top 10 streamed remixes across all DSPs by December 1. 🥈 SURF Select Award – $1,000 USD Selected by SURF Music’s A&R team based on originality and artistic excellence. First Round Selections will be digitally released under Mariko Takahashi’s name via Victor Entertainment in early October. Selected remixers will receive 10% royalties based on Victor’s standard royalty policies. Remixers will be contacted by Sept 5 and must submit all final materials by Sept 8. Your artist name (max 15 characters) will be printed on the official release cover designed by Victor.

Profile Details

Born in Hakata, Fukuoka, Mariko Takahashi rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the band Pedro & Capricious, debuting with the smash hit “Message for Johnny” in 1973. She later launched a solo career, releasing beloved tracks like “for you…,” “Gomen ne…,” “Hagayui Kuchibiru,” and “Haruka na Hito e.” A five-time NHK Kouhaku performer and recipient of numerous accolades — including the Tokyo Music Festival Gold Prize and Japan Record Awards Album of the Year — Mariko has also graced legendary venues like Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert Hall. In 2024–2025, she successfully completed her final national tour: Mariko Takahashi Concert FINAL 2024–2025 “EPILOGUE.”

Brief References

"Momoiro Toiki" - Mariko Takahashi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhRD-Y6yttw&list=RDNhRD-Y6yttw&start_radio=1 Download Stems Here / ステムのダウンロードはこちら: English Terms & Conditions https://share.hsforms.com/1eHwgBaUnQbinwSlHzWLIbQ4rk90 日本語利用契約 https://share.hsforms.com/13v_croNcSVSGnEfTU11Nbw4rk90

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Brief Terms

🏅 BEST REMIX AWARD – $2,500 USD Chosen by Mariko Takahashi and producer Henry Hirose from the top 10 streamed remixes across all DSPs by December 1. 🥈 SURF Select Award – $1,000 USD Selected by SURF Music’s A&R team based on originality and artistic excellence. First Round Selections will be digitally released under Mariko Takahashi’s name via Victor Entertainment in early October.