Music

Your guide to music in Tokyo. Artist interviews, concert reviews and cultural critiques. From rock to requiem, Japanese musicians and international names.

Live Review: Swervedriver at Shibuya’s Womb

Big hits and Future Ruins at the band's Tokyo gig

By Richard Koyama-Daniels | Posted on September 11, 2019

Tkay Maidza Interview

Adelaide-based hip hop artist's first Asia tour

By Takahiro Kanazawa | Posted on September 11, 2019

The Japanese House Interview

Catching up with British music producer Amber Bain

By Takahiro Kanazawa | Posted on August 23, 2019

GeGeGe Interview

A man, a drum loop and a lefty guitar

By Taylor Stewart | Posted on August 23, 2019

The Twilight Sad Interview

Heartbreak and hope for the indie rockers

By Paul McInnes | Posted on August 21, 2019

Omen

Lo-fi songstress’ journey through musical genres

By Brian Durr | Posted on August 14, 2019

Chinese Football: Live Review

Wuhan-born math rock band at Tokyo's Live House Fever

By Takahiro Kanazawa | Posted on August 9, 2019

Fuji Rock Wrap: Sunday and Beyond

Seasoned performers The Cure and never young beach made the closing day to Fuji Rock one to remember.

By Takahiro Kanazawa | Posted on August 8, 2019

Swervedriver

English rock band talks Future Ruins, Tokyo gigs and the "shoegaze" scene

By Paul McInnes | Posted on August 7, 2019

Fuji Rock Wrap: Friday & Saturday

The Chemical Brothers, Kid Fresino and Sia steal the show

By Takahiro Kanazawa | Posted on August 5, 2019

The Wedding Present: Live Review

British indie legends take the Tokyo stage with songs of heartbreak and humor

By Paul McInnes | Posted on July 19, 2019

Chinese Football

The Wuhan indie rock quartet discuss Japan, anime and influences

By Takahiro Kanazawa | Posted on July 19, 2019

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