If you're in New York City next week, check out Roland Kelts' launch party for his book Japanamerica at The Cutting Room. It sounds like a great bash — music from Gaijin å GoGo, anime installations and free manga. The party runs from 7 to 10 pm next Wednesday.

At least one of the Chin Music team will be there to help Roland celebrate. The book is beginning to get noticed. Here's a strong review that recently ran in the Village Voice.