Hello everyone,

My name is Shotaro Tsuchiya, also known as DJ 4s, and I am the owner and operator of FORCE TRAXX.

Today, I would like to share an important announcement regarding the future of iPH Records.

Many of you may know that iPH Records was once my primary platform for releasing music and creative projects. It played a significant role in my development as an artist and became the foundation upon which many of my later activities were built. As my work continued to evolve, however, my focus gradually shifted toward FORCE TRAXX, which eventually became my main base of operations.

As a result, iPH Records remained largely inactive for more than a year.

Earlier this year, I revived iPH Records by releasing a new installment of iPH Radio, a DJ mix series that has been closely associated with the label throughout its history. As the first new release from iPH Records in over a year, it not only marked the label's return but also gave me an opportunity to reflect on its future and long-term direction.

While considering the next steps for the label, I realized that continuing to operate both FORCE TRAXX and iPH Records as completely separate platforms would create a number of practical challenges. Managing older releases, preserving archives, maintaining multiple websites, and organizing future projects across two independent platforms would require resources that could be better invested into creating new music and developing future releases.

At the same time, I never felt that simply abandoning iPH Records was the right solution.

iPH Records represents an important part of my history. Many of the ideas, experiences, and projects that eventually led to the creation of FORCE TRAXX originated there. Without iPH Records, FORCE TRAXX would not exist in the form it does today. Because of that, I wanted to find a way to preserve the label and its legacy while ensuring that it could continue in a sustainable manner.

After spending the past two months carefully considering various possibilities, I have decided on a new structure for the future of iPH Records.

The following changes will take effect:

• iPH Records will continue as an official sub-label of FORCE TRAXX. This will allow future releases and special projects to continue under the iPH Records name while benefiting from a more centralized and manageable structure.

• The iPH Records website will be archived and integrated into the FORCE TRAXX platform. Existing information, releases, and historical content will remain available whenever possible, but the standalone iPH Records website will no longer receive updates.

This decision does not mark the end of iPH Records. Rather, it marks the beginning of a new chapter.

By integrating iPH Records into FORCE TRAXX, I can preserve the identity, history, and spirit of the label while creating a stronger foundation for future activities. I believe this approach will allow both projects to continue moving forward without losing what made iPH Records special in the first place.

I would like to sincerely thank everyone who has supported iPH Records throughout the years, as well as those who continue to support FORCE TRAXX today. Your support has made it possible for these projects to grow, evolve, and reach this next stage.

I hope you will continue to support FORCE TRAXX, iPH Records, and my work as DJ 4s in the years to come.

Thank you.

Shotaro Tsuchiya (DJ 4s)

Owner, Operator of FORCE TRAXX / iPH Records