Can you feel the music?
Hi guys! Happy Wednesday!
I thought I would write today about something you see often in Japan. Often in the streets you will see new and upcoming performers performing by themselves or with a band. Often they are nothing more than extended and/or drunken karaoke but on occasion you'll find a really good singer/group. Even if you don't speak Japanese, I think anyone can appreciate good music. And this particular artist or group very well may have English speaking songs.
Once you find that artist step 1 is to find out their name. Second, pick up their flyer. They will most likely be out there performing to gain interest in a live event they will soon be holding/attending. These live events often feature several artists (more often than not, there will be a band that sings English as well. Those western songs are popular aren't they?). The event will probably cost in the league of around 2000-3000 yen but well worth it for a night of live rockin' music, people to meet and chat to as well as free or cheap beverages. So I definitely suggest it.
One of my new favorite singers I met in Shibuya on a night where I was rushing to another train. She was singing soft ballads alone accompanied only by her guitar. I made it to her live event in which she was featured with a full-fledged rock band. A completely different persona. But definitely worth my 3000 yen. And if she gets famous, I'll get to say I knew her when.
Give it a try everyone!
Click here for a sample video.
posted by Fudocom - Rei @ 5:12 PM
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