AK Akemi Kakihara “Say That You Love Me (SHOGUN Remix)” worldwide release on July 30, 2025
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AK AKEMI KAKIHARA AND SHOGUN TEAM UP ON NEW REMIX OF “SAY THAT YOU LOVE ME”.
New York-based singer-songwriter, producer, musician, AK Akemi Kakihara and dance music DJ/producer SHOGUN have collaborated for the first time to create a new remix of “Say That You Love Me,” the signature song from AK Akemi Kakihara that was originally released in 2001. “Say That You Love Me (SHOGUN Remix)” hits digital music platforms on July 30, 2025.
The remix showcases SHOGUN’s most mature and cohesive vision yet. Entirely produced by him, this release blends pulsating synthesizers, powerful basslines, and vibrant atmospheres — all wrapped in a carefully crafted structure designed to make an impact on dance floors and the digital world alike.
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日本出身・NY在住のシンガーソングライター/プロデューサー/ミュージシャン AK（アケミ・カキハラ）の楽曲「Say That You Love Me」が、DJ／プロデューサー SHOGUN によってリミックスされ、新たなバージョンとして配信リリースされた。
原曲の持つAKの艶やかなヴォーカルを活かしつつ、全編SHOGUNの手によって再構築されたリミックスはダンサブルで没入感のあるサウンドへと進化。
全編を通してSHOGUNがプロデュースを担当し、力強いベースラインや躍動感のあるシンセサウンド、そして鮮やかな音の空間が融合された、フロアでもデジタルでも映える構成に仕上がっている。
2人のアーティストによる化学反応に、ぜひ耳を傾けてみてほしい。
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AK Akemi Kakihara
Say That You Love Me (SHOGUN Remix)
Written by AK Akemi Kakihara
Produced by Andrew Chen
Arranged by Andrew Chen
Vocals: AK Akemi Kakihara
(P)&(C) 2025 AK Akemi Kakihara
Distributed by UNIVERSAL MUSIC LLC
ABOUT AK AKEMI KAKIHARA:
@akakemikakihara
AK Akemi Kakihara, Universal Music Recording Artist, singer-songwriter, producer. Born and raised in Japan. Living in New York City, where she has worked with Grammy winner Mastering Engineer Tom Coyne, Mix Engineer Kevin “KD” Davis (Rihanna, Beyonce), and legendary DJs, such as Danny Krivit and Francois K.
She has released over 200 songs across her 15 original albums, those of which she has written and produced for herself as well as for various artists. Many of her songs have hit the top of the charts, becoming million-sellers.
AK relocated to NYC where she marked her U.S. debut with the single, "Say That You Love Me", remixed by Francois K & Eric Kupper. The single was soon picked up by the renowned DJs at Body & Soul, including Francois K & Danny Krivit, Little "Louie" Vega, Kim Lightfoot, Frankie Feliciano, to name a few. It was on the heavy playlist on the UK’s BBC Radio & Galaxy FM, as well as various radio stations in Italy and Norway, becoming a major hit in Japan and Europe, consequently hitting the top of the charts worldwide.
Japanese songstress AK and her dreamy vocals... With beautifully sensual melodies and lyrics overflowing with love, AK’s world has gained the hearts of many-a-fan the world over, and she continues to keep the music coming out of New York City to the rest of the world.
ABOUT SHOGUN:
@djshogunmusic
SHOGUN is, without a doubt, an unstoppable force in the electronic dance music (EDM) scene. Acclaimed by Rolling Stone Canada, the DJ and producer has elevated his craft to a whole new level — from the depths of the underground to recognition in prestigious international publications.
With his captivating beats and futuristic sound, SHOGUN has built a solid reputation: his work is defined by the fusion of raw energy, innovative techniques, and a mesmerizing stage presence. Each track takes the listener on a unique vibrational journey, with grooves flowing seamlessly between intense drops and memorable melodies.
The four time DJ Mag Top 100, IDMA & Grammy nominated artist, has marked numerous standout moments in his career: performances at major festivals, residencies at renowned clubs, and remix projects for big names in EDM. Rolling Stone highlighted his production as “unstoppable” — a trajectory that combines creativity, technical mastery, and emotional power.
ABOUT AK "SAY THAT YOU LOVE ME"
“Say That You Love Me,” originally a jazzy ballad, was remixed by Francois K and Eric Kupper in 2001 and released on New York label King Street Sounds. The remix soon became a staple at Body & Soul in both New York and Japan, ultimately topping the dance charts around the world and emerging as the top house anthem in Japan over the next decade—as well as becoming King Street Sounds’ all time biggest seller.
The song wasn’t the only success story to bloom from this project: visiting Body & Soul for the first time in 2001 to meet Francois K and see and hear the crowd’s reaction to the remix, when she also met DJ and party co-founder Danny Krivit. A romance between them blossomed, they married in 2008, and continue to reside in NYC.
AK’s signature tune retains her silky vocal refrain that first seduced listeners, but adds a bubbly keyboard melody and a propulsive snare kick that turns it into a dance floor stomper.
