Wow! It's almost here already, this unique event, that this year celebrates the 20th anniversary of it's founder and guiding light, my good friend, Shuya Okino, who has managed two decades behind the decks, producing the likes of KJM, Cosmic Village, United Legends, as well as his own stable of artists from Sleepwalker to DJ KAwasaki, has his own club (The Room), writes, informs educates, entertains, the list is endless! Like so many Japanese, the man seldom stops, and this festival is a testament to his work ethic and infectious spirit and enthusiasm. In fact it's mind boggling the dedication both he and his staff have shown in producing this festival for the last few years, and let's just hope it's shown the love and support it deserves, so it may continue for years to come.
This year highlights include live sets from the impressively groovy Root Soul the iconoclastic Soil and Pimp Sessions (whose forthcoming album is undoubtedly their best yet), and a finale from Shuya with a cast that includes Monday Michuru and Masa Nakamura all of whom have their roots in Mondo Grosso, and will finish with sixteen people on stage and no doubt a few surprises!
The DJ Line up is a who's who of all the talent Japan has to offer from legends such as Kei Koya bashi and Raphael Sebbag to new schoolers like DJ Mitsu and Jazztronik!! Check it all out at
Really looking forward to being a part of it!!!
