flows: Nujabes Metaphorical Ensemble

flows: Nujabes Metaphorical Ensemble

Dec 28, 2025 at 2:00pm ~ Dec 28, 2025 at 9:00pm

The Nujabes Metaphorical Ensemble, dedicated to carrying Nujabes’ music into the future, will be joined by François K., who possesses an overwhelming DJ career spanning from the 70s to the present, and next-generation beatmaker Knxwledge, fresh off his Grammy win this year, for a special visit to Japan!

Featured alongside the ensemble, the phenomenal artist François K., who continues to exert an immense influence on the scene even now, well into his 70s, will also be coming to Japan. His life with music is an archive in itself: from his appearances at Paradise Garage to touring with his close friend Larry Levan, and his ongoing work with Body&SOUL into the modern era. Attendees will experience an unprecedented musical journey from a true living legend.

Furthermore, Knxwledge – the Stones Throw-affiliated, next-generation beatmaker who is drawing global attention – will also appear. He rose to prominence with a style that succeeds Madlib and J Dilla, providing tracks to numerous artists, including Kendrick Lamar and Joey Bada$$. This year, he won the Grammy Award for “Best Progressive R&B Album” with his unit NxWorries (alongside Anderson .Paak). His visit comes at a time when his career is ascending toward its peak.