Formed in 2021, they swept audiences from all walks of life, from old time fans to young listeners, into a whirlwind of wild enthusiasm with live concerts held in 5 cities around Japan. In 2022 after biding their time they finally announced a thrilling new song with their most distinctive fusion sound! After reaching 1st place in the iTunes Store Jazz Chart, and they also performed a 7-stop Hall tour to an enthusiastic reception. 2023 saw the announcement of their first original album “M.R.I_Mirai” whose title track, first released digitally, landed them once again at the very top of the Jazz Chart, and then a third countrywide tour with several sold-out dates. In 2024, coming up with an even more innovative sound, they released their second album “Wild Guys in the Universe”, and followed the release with a tour bigger than ever, that recorded more audiences than before. And finally in 2025 a long awaited video release! They have a 3rd album in the works to be released this Autumn.
Tetsuo Sakurai /Bass
Mr. Sakurai was a member of "Casiopea" from 1976 to 1989, and of "JIMSAKU" from 1990 to 1998, and toured not only Japan but also over 20 countries worldwide. Since starting his solo career in 1999 he has been expanding his activity circle in Japan and abroad with his unique mix of warm and intense original songs and playstyle. Since his record debut in 1979, he has released 13 CDs as a solo artist, 35 as part of a band, 4 teaching manuals, 7 live DVDs and 1 documentary.
>>>Tetsuo Sakurai Official Website
Akira Jimbo /Drums
Mr. Jimbo is a top drummer that since his debut in 1980 as a member of "Casiopea" has been at the forefront in innovating the musical scene. In 2007 he was selected by Newsweek Magazine as one of "Top 100 most respected Japanese people worldwide". In January of 2023 he released his 33rd solo album "Saint Saint". He tours the whole country with his "Akira Jimbo oneman orchestra".
>>>Akira Jimbo Official Website
Minoru Mukaiya /Keyboards
Mr. Mukaiya debuted with "Casiopea" in 1979 and was a member until 2012, when he started his solo career; he collaborates with many great artists inside and outside of Japan. In 2016 he shared the stage with Lee Ritenour, Nathan East, and Don Grusin; in 2018 he released "THE GAMES – East meets West 2018", an album recorded in LA with local legendary musicians. With the same members, he toured all of Japan to public acclaim.
>>>Minoru Mukaiya Twitter
>>>Minoru Mukaiya YouTube