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Review

The Pretty Reckless are back with an album of old, new, borrowed and blue covers but not quite in the way you expect. .

Review

One of the greats, Michael Schenker brings his latest line-up to Japan and plays a set we've wanted for years.

Upcoming gigs...

18th-21st Dec The Stylistics

23rd-25th Dec The Stylistics

13th Jan Jefferson Starship

23rd Feb Tony Fox Sales featuring

Clem Burke from Blondie

EXTC feat XTC'S TERRY CHAMBERS with THE MAYFLOWERS

8th Jan Koenji High, Tokyo - SOLD OUT!
10th Jan Takutaku Kyoto

12th Jan Shangrila, Shimokitazawa

Review

Shakatak make a welcome return to their second home. With open arms from fanatical crowds, their reception was never in doubt.

LEGEND of ROCK/Rolling Stones FC

Tribute to The Rolling Stones

Showboat Koenji

24th December
Details and tickets here

Interview

It's been six years since I last interviewed Jill and Bill from Shakatak. An absolute pleasure to see them again.

7th January 2023! Maharaja, Roppongi

2nd March 2023 Tachikawa Babel

3rd March 2023 Shinjuku Zirco

Review

There are unopened Rock archives all around the world but probably none as desirable as Joe Meek's Tea Chest Tapes. Here we go then!

Review

Andy McCoy brings his acoustic trio (duo) to Japan for a gig that is as up close and personal as you can get.

Check the website every month for my articles about life behind the spotlight in the music business.
Article 39 now up:

Three autographs

Mendips is a Tokyo guest house designed for musicians. The best place to chill during your Japanese tour.