Kotori Asano Trio / Mike Marubashi / THE DUCK DOWNPICKERS / Funny Trip

1.Kotori Asano TrioKotori Asano is a singer-songwriter based in Tokyo. She possesses a beautiful singing voice and plays a beautiful classical guitar. Her musical world is truly unique, inviting listeners into a gentle and tranquil realm. This particular performance features a special lineup with Kou Takahashi on bass and IKESO on drums.   2.Mike MarubashiBorn in Fukaya City, Saitama Prefecture, August 25thAcoustic guitar and vocalsPerforms approximately 200 live shows annually throughout JapanShe consistently delivers energetic and emotionally captivating performances.The mini-album "From a Parallel World with Love" by her band, "Kuro Neko Zaibatsu," where she serves as vocalist,reached the top 20 on Apple Music (France)'s "J-POP Top Albums" chart.On November 2nd, 2024, her first solo mini-album,"Shunka Shuto," will be released nationwide! 3.THE DUCK DOWNPICKERS All the way from Victoria, Australia, The Duck Downpickers have been bringing joyful old-time and bluegrass music to life for over 15 years. Their sound is rooted in the traditional music of the Appalachian Mountains in the eastern U.S., blended with elements of jug band, Cajun gospel, and country blues. The result is a bright, foot-tapping performance full of warmth, humor, and heart. Every note reflects their deep love of music, the friendship between band members, and their connection with the audience. The Duck Downpickers have performed at many folk festivals across Victoria and beyond, sharing their happy spirit wherever they go. 4.Funny TripA small-scale European-style orchestra playing at low volume. We play the world in miniature. 5-string Banjo: Akira Tamura / Mandolin: Kato-King / Fiddle: Yuri / Wood Bass: Shoji Uno