We don't have a lot of traditions that have held out over the near decade A-to-J has been around, but the one that has is our yearly "Favorite Song" article. Just as in years past, several A-to-J members pick their favorite song of the year and let you know why it's something worth checking out. You, the reader, can check them all out of course, but maybe you can also let us know what you think about our choices and how yours compare. These articles are always an eclectic mix owing to the varied membership of A-to-J Connections, and this year's grouping is no different! 2022 was arguably something of an odd year (aren't they all?) but there's always great music if you know where to look! Without further ado we will jump into our favorite songs that dropped in 2022! So sit back, relax, and check out our favorite songs of 2022, and maybe discover some new artists and/or music too! Here's to a rocking 2023 and beyond!
 Retbear is the new project by Kairiki Bear, a popular vocaloid producer who is known for hits such as “Venom” and “Darling Dance”. Today, with the release of the fourth promotional video of the TV anime "REVENGER", it was also revealed that Retbear will be singing the opening theme of the anime!
 INTO1 SANTA recently released a "Live Show" dance performance video for his new single, "I’m from…" and information about the song, the video, and more can be found below!
 ALI PROJECT recently announced that they will sing “Tasokare Papillon Kairo,” the theme song of "Tasokare Hotel Re:newal", a remake of the escape adventure visual novel game "Tasokare Hotel". Details of the release, and "Tasokare Hotel Re:newal"'s opening movie, can be found below!
 Ayumi Hamasaki recently released a music video for her recent digital single, "MASK", on her YouTube channel. Details on this release, and a big announcement that followed it, can be seen below!
 DEMONDICE is an all-around content creator that is most well-known for her rap, music video production, and animations. She initially gained popularity creating MVs for other artists, but quickly gained attention through her own music. Her unique brand of alternative rap can be heard in her many releases, the most recent of which is her EP "Shut Up, Get Happy", and her song "Sedai no SCREAM", which is a collaborative track with music producer/DJ Teddyloid. We were lucky enough to interview her at Anime Weekend Atlanta recently and discuss her early inspirations, the evolution of her sound, the themes behind her music, and a lot of other topics that fans are going to want to check out! If you're already a fan, or if you're just learning about her for the first time, read on and be sure to check out her music along the way too!
 BE:FIRST has had a strong showing this year following the release of their debut album "BE:1". Signed to renowned Japanese rapper and artist, SKY-HI’s management company and label, BMSG, BE:FIRST is a seven member dance and vocal group who has continuously swept up No.1 spots on various music charts, and music videos receiving over millions of views. Now the group has reached another successful milestone. Just one year after their debut, their official YouTube channel reached over 300 million total views earlier this week.
Thai x Japanese Group Baby Mic Candy Release Back-to-Back Singles: "ลองคุย (TRY)" & "UKERU"11/18/2022  Thai & Japanese Hip Hop group, Baby Mic Candy (BMC) recently announced the release of two back-to-back singles: "ลองคุย (TRY)", releasing on November 18, 2022, and "UKERU" on December 2, 2022, via Sony Music Entertainment Japan. Details and pre-save links for both singles can be found below!
 ASCA is a music artist who rose to prominence when her song "Koe" was used as the second ending theme for the anime "Fate/Apocrypha". Her music would often continue to be used as tie-ins for various anime with other well-known songs being "Resister" (Sword Art Online: Alicization), "Howling" (The Irregular at Magic High School), and "Carpe Diem" (The World Ends With You The Animation), among many others. She's also made several overseas appearances including Crunchyroll Expo Australia and Anime Weekend Atlanta. It was at the latter event that we were lucky enough to interview her and discuss everything from her start in music, her inspirations, and her time in Atlanta itself. If you're a fan of ASCA already, or completely new to her and her music, check out the interview below and give her music a listen along the way too!
 "CIKI CIKI BAM BAM", the hit single that took TikTok and the world by storm, has a new version that seeks to further spread its popularity and you can check out all the details, as well as some streaming links, below!
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