Kevin I. – Then & Now
Following the release of My Continuum, work has officially begun on Kevin I. (Iwamoto)’s highly anticipated follow-up project, Then & Now. The album will feature 10 tracks, including four songs previously unavailable on CD, five brand-new compositions produced by LJ, and a newly arranged studio recording of “One In Love.”
Originally performed live by Kevin I. after winning first place at the Hawaii Music Festival, “One In Love” later went on to be showcased at the Tokyo Music Festival. The new studio version honors the spirit of the original performance while presenting the song with a fresh, updated production.
Kevin I.
Christmas In Our Hearts (Single)
In December 2025, Dreamwalking Music was thrilled to release a special holiday project, “Christmas in Our Hearts,” featuring Kevin I. on lead vocals, with Richard Gonzalez and LJ providing background harmonies. The song was originally written in the early 1990s with Galen and Takushi for the At Second Glance project. With the help of Raul Ferrando and Dan Velasquez, the song was finally completed and released as a single on all digital streaming platforms.
Kevin I.
One In Love (Single)
Released in February 2026 just in time for Valentine’s Day, “One In Love” became the next featured single from the project. Composed by Manny Cabral and produced by LJ, the song carries a rich history spanning more than four decades. Kevin first performed the song at the Hawaii Music Awards, where he earned top honors, before later performing it at the Tokyo Music Festival alongside legendary artists such as Lionel Richie, Joe Cocker, and Jennifer Warnes.
The release marked an especially meaningful milestone for LJ, as it was the first song he produced that he had not personally composed. Great care was taken to preserve the integrity and emotional depth of Manny Cabral and Kevin’s original performance. Reuniting once again with Dan Velasquez and Raul Ferrando, the production team worked diligently to maintain the essence of the classic arrangement while highlighting Kevin’s unmistakable voice, which remains as powerful and expressive as ever. The single is now available on all digital streaming platforms.
Jyo – Tohyama – Bega Project
The long-awaited Jyo – Tohyama – Bega Project has officially entered post-production. LJ and Mumon Tohyamafirst began writing material for the project in 2020, just before the onset of the COVID pandemic. Working collaboratively between Japan and Hawaii, the duo created ten songs consisting of both instrumental and vocal tracks, with all featured vocals performed by Maurice Bega.
To date, the project has released two singles: “Nothing” and “Royal Palm Drive,” the latter featuring renowned ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro. Both singles arecurrently available on all major digital streaming platforms.
With the addition of production team members Dan Velasquez, Joerg Alfter, and Raul Ferrando, the project has continued to evolve creatively and sonically. A tentative release date is currently set for December 2026.
The next single, “My Everything,” is scheduled for release in August 2026 on all digital streaming platforms.
LJP (Lance Jyo & Jeff Pescetto) – LJP II
The highly anticipated sophomore release from LJP, tentatively titled LJP II, is currently in production and will once again be released through Cool Sounds Records in Japan. Following the success of 2023’s ENSO release, Lance Jyo and Jeff Pescetto have written 14 new songs for the upcoming project. To maintain the signature sound and sonic quality established on ENSO, the team has reunited with producers and engineers Dan Velasquez, Joerg Alfter, and Raul Ferrando. Together, they continue crafting a polished and richly layered production.
The first single from the project, “What Am I Here For,” is expected to be released in August 2026 on all digital streaming platforms.
Jon Basebase
Tropic Paradise (Single)
Released in late 2025, Jon Basebase’s “Tropic Paradise”, a Bossa Nova interpretation of a song co-written by LJ and Jeff Pescetto, is now available on all streaming platforms.
Other Recent Releases & Works:
Completed lyrics for “Snow World,” written for Toshi Nakada’s highly anticipated solo project.
Recorded a Japanese-language version of “Kenji’s Song,” performed by Kazutaka Ishii and planned for a Summer 2026 release. The project carries special meaning, as it marked the final opportunity to work with the late Ramon Stagnaro before his passing. The trackwas arranged, engineered, and co-produced by Raul Ferrando.
There is much more still to come, but above all, thank you for the continued support throughout this journey. Your encouragement truly means a great deal. Looking ahead, 2026 promises to bring even more new music, collaborations, and exciting releases.
LJ