Pop duo 80_pan (Hare Pan) is heading to London to participate in London Calling 2008, a major international music industry event. They will be the only artist from Japan at the event, which takes place on June 19-20.

Originally a trio, 80_pan has undergone two name changes and is now experimenting with electropop and new rave. Their new album "DISCO BABY," featuring production by a member of British band The Pipettes and by Scottish dance-punk band Shitdisco, goes on sale July 2.