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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Japan's FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL '25 Returning to Naeba With Fred again.., Vulfpeck, Vampire Weekend as Headliners
Japan's FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL '25 will return to the Naeba Ski Resort in Yuzawa-cho, Niigata Prefecture again this summer, with dates set for Friday, July 25 through Sunday, July 27. Fred again.. will headline Day 1, and Vulfpeck Day 2. These festival slots will be the first time either act performs in Japan, and for the latter, one of the three shows announced for this year. On the final day, Vampire Weekend returns to Fuji Rock for the first time in three years as headliner. More from Billboard Shaun Cassidy Gets Ready for the Longest Tour of His 45-Year Career: 'I Felt the Need to Connect with People' 'Luther' Ties 'Not Like Us' for Most Weeks at No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart Bono Cheekily Weighs in On Springsteen Vs. Trump Squabble: 'There's Only One Boss in America' Now in its 26th year in Naeba, FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL takes place in an expanse of land 4 km long dotted with stages of various sizes, featuring over 200 artists of various genres from around the world each year. The scheduled acts from Japan this year include Ichiko Aoba, Answer to Remember, BRAHMAN, Creepy Nuts, DYGL, EGO-WRAPPIN', Hitsujibungaku, kanekoayano, Kimishima Ohzora Gasso Keitai ('ensemble form'), jo0ji, MIYAVI, Otoboke Beaver, RADWIMPS, Shintaro Sakamoto, Suchmos, Vaundy, Tatsuro Yamashita, and more. From outside of Japan, Balming Tiger, Barry Can't Swim, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, Confidence Man, Ezra Collective, Faye Webster, Fermin Muguruza, Four Tet, James Blake, Haim, HYUKOH, Mei Semones, Mdou Moctar, Night Tempo, OK Go, Perfume Genius, Royel Otis, Sunset Rollercoaster, The Hives, Tycho and more are set to perform. As in previous years, the lineup ranges from veterans to newcomers, making this a festival of music that transcends borders and genres. The recently announced fifth lineup also includes new additions Joy Anonymous, Us, Ginger Root, Jane Remover, YHWH Nailgun, and Little Sims. ROUTE 17 Rock'n'Roll ORCHESTRA, a special band at FUJI ROCK that features unique guests each year, will include Kumiko Yamashita, Hiroto Komoto, Gen Kugiya, Us, and Liam Ó Maonlaí this year. Tickets are 59,000 yen (approx. 413 USD) for a three-day ticket and 25,000 yen for a one-day ticket (approx. 175 USD). Friday night tickets, good from 6:00 p.m. on Friday until 5:00 a.m. the next morning, are 16,000 yen (approx. 112 USD), and Under 22 one-day tickets are available for 18,000 yen (approx. 126 USD). Fans from outside Japan can purchase tickets through e+ (e plus), FRF OFFICIAL SHOP GAN-BAN, Ticket PIA, tixCraft, Ticketmaster Singapore, ticketflap, KKTIX, and interpark. Additional informationa can be found on the festival's official website ( ). An admission-free event is also scheduled for July 24, on the eve of the festival. There will be a bon dance event, a raffle, a fireworks display, a competitive eating contest, and a special gig at the RED MARQUEE stage. Check out the after movie from 2024 below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Wales Online
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
‘Surreal' moment Oasis' Noel Gallagher took Kelly Jones ‘under his wing' and introduced him to huge rock icons
'Surreal' moment Oasis' Noel Gallagher took Kelly Jones 'under his wing' and introduced him to huge rock icons Stereophonics and Oasis frontmen Kelly Jones and Noel Gallagher are firm friends Stereophonics will be playing Cardiff twice. (Image: GETTY ) Kelly Jones has spoken about the 'surreal' moment Noel Gallagher 'took him under his wing' and introduced him to rock icons The Who. The Stereophioncs frontman was opening up about his friendship with the Oasis guitarist, and the times that Noel took him 'under his wing' while discussing the band's 13th studio album, Make 'em Laugh, Make 'em Cry, Make 'em Wait, which is out now. Kelly said: 'I remember him [Noel] picking me up from V2 Records and driving me to the first Teenage Cancer Trust gig in his car [in 2000]. He introduced me to John Entwistle, Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey and he set me up onstage with a cup of tea to do my first soundcheck with them. That was pretty f****** surreal,' he told the NME. Kelly also recalled his 'pretty messy' memories of touring with Oasis. He said: 'We toured while we were in Japan with them. We were on the same bill as them on Fuji Rock [in 2001] and we used to hang out in this bar in Tokyo called Abbey Road where there's a [Japanese tribute] band called The Parrots who used to play four sets a night. 'Funnily enough, I found some old pictures of me and Noel rehearsing when he used to have a studio down in Windsor recently. We were having a laugh about them and I asked him what he'd been up to and he said he'd been doing some writing in the studio. 'I'm assuming he's doing some writing for either his stuff or if they're [Oasis] gonna bring out a couple songs, I don't know,' he added. Article continues below When asked about the upcoming Oasis reunion tour, Kelly said he was sure it's going to be 'amazing' and that he thinks it's a good thing that the band have gotten back together. 'It's taken a long time. The band aside, just the magnitude of those shows and the magnitude of people wanting to be at shows is an amazing thing for musicians to be part of and for them to have that second bite of the cherry after everything that's gone on, it's pretty amazing really,' he said. 'I know a lot of people who've got kids who can't believe they're finally gonna get the chance to see them.' Both bands will perform at Cardiff's Principality Stadium this summer, with Oasis set to kick-off their highly anticipated reunion tour on July 4 and July 5 in Cardiff. The Stereophonics are set to perform a week later, playing two shows on July 11 and July 12. Stereophonics' new album Make 'em Laugh, Make 'em Cry, Make 'em Wait is out now via EMI. The band play the Principality Stadium on July 11 and 12. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here . Article continues below
Vogue Singapore
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
All the destination music festivals to travel to in 2025
Getty Last weekend, the party reigned in the desert with Coachella capping off its annual turn in California—following two successful weekends. Gagachella brought the house down, Green Day displayed its eternal prowess and Charli XCX reminded us of how good of a brat summer we had, featuring A-list collaborators Billie Eilish, Lorde and Troye Sivan. Meanwhile, much of the other fanfare fell on K-pop soloists like Jennie and Lisa of Blackpink, who basked in the glory of their individual discographies. All in all, the epic set also drew a famous crowd—as with previous years—with plenty of celebrity sightings in the vein of Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rosé and Justin and Hailey Bieber. It's safe to say a flame has been well ignited for destination music festivals—which are often a treat especially if you have a homeground advantage. Even if that isn't the case, a stellar lineup could easily justify a trip out as part of a vacation. First off, the veritable Lollapalooza that has had a strong start to the year in locations like Chile, Brazil and Argentina. Its next show is expected in Chicago, with Tyler the Creator, Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter as headliners. Closer to home in Asia, one can always count on summer blowouts like Fuji Rock and Summer Sonic to deliver a good time. An emerging contender in the mix? Seoul Jazz, which will welcome Grammy-nominated artist Raye, Thundercats, Jacob Collier and Damiano David. Of course being in South Korea, the starry lineup also includes local heavyweights Jannabi, Epik High, Lee Youngji and CNBlue. Below, see Vogue Singapore's top picks of destination music festivals in 2025. 1 / 8 Primavera 2025 Barcelona: June 4 to June 8 One of Europe's biggest blowouts, Primavera returns with a slew of heavy-hitters—in none other than Barcelona, Spain. Charli XCX and Troye Sivan will once again team up to make the crowd sweat alongside other favourites like Chappell Roan, Haim, FKA Twigs and Clairo. @aterrormusical 2 / 8 Fuji Rock 2025: July 25 to July 27 Just 90 minutes from Tokyo, Naeba Ski Resort will host the longstanding Fuji Rock 2025, as bright-eyed festival goers brace the annual heat to see their favourite acts. This year's iteration will bring local legend Tatsuro Yamashita up to the stage for his first Fuji Rock appearance, and will welcome back familiar names like Vampire Weekend, Vulfpeck, James Blake and Ok Go. Getty 3 / 8 Seoul Jazz: May 31 to June 1 Seoul Jazz has come a long way since its debut in 2006. Now, the lineup has expanded to incorporate acts that go beyond the traditional jazz genre; this year, Olympic Park will play host to performances by Grammy nominee Raye, Thundercats and Kings of Convenience. Getty 4 / 8 Lollapalooza Chicago: July 31 to August 3 The hour is nigh in Chicago. Following the success of its festivals in Berlin and Chile, Lollapalooza Chicago will draw in its own fleet of fans—namely of Tyler the Creator, pop-rock songstress Olivia Rodrigo and K-pop girl group Twice. @fanplus1dotcom 5 / 8 Heads in the Clouds: May 31 to June 1 In case you didn't get the memo, 2025 is the year of G-Dragon. Fans of the K-pop supernova can not only look forward to a world tour but also a headliner act at Heads in the Clouds in Los Angeles. Brought to us by the folks of 88 Rising, expect other artists in their repertoire like Jackson Wang, Rich Brian, Milli and other Asian artists to take over the stage. Getty 6 / 8 Summer Sonic Tokyo and Osaka: August 16 to August 17 The Summer Sonic festivals at both Tokyo and Osaka are stacked to say the least—with vocal powerhouse Alicia Keys and punk rock band Fall Out Boy emerging to perform their most loved hits. Whilst both lineups mostly mirror one another, fans of South Korean quartet Aespa might want to choose Tokyo's fest and BabyMonster's fandom might take to Osaka on the other hand. Getty 7 / 8 Leeds 2025: August 21 to August 25 If you find yourself in England for some summer fun, travel up north for Leeds where you can catch a diverse set of artists at Bramham Park. From Chappell Roan to the metal boys of Limp Bizkit, a fresh shuffle of today and yesteryear's artists are scheduled for this annual blowout. @thekillers 8 / 8 2025 Soundside Festival: September 27 to September 28 For those of us residing in Asia, Soundside Festival in Bridgeport, Connecticut would naturally veer a little off course. But having said that, it's not often you see The Killers, Weezer, Hozier and Vampire Weekend gathering for one sensational weekend. Expect the romantic notion of nostalgia to overflow, as other acts like Djo and Japanese Breakfast work their respective charms.
Japan Times
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Japan Times
Fuji Rock's biggest lineup surprise? The debut of Tatsuro Yamashita.
Millennial rockers Vampire Weekend, funk outfit Vulfpeck and electronic act Fred Again.. are set to headline this summer's Fuji Rock Festival, according to an official announcement released Friday. The nation's premier summer music festival showcasing international acts in Japan, Fuji Rock will be held from July 25 to 27 at Naeba Ski Resort in Niigata Prefecture. Unlike previous years, where only headliners and a trickle of acts were revealed, this year's announcement featured a whopping 60 artists, ranging from overseas bands to domestic singer-songwriters. Other notable acts on the roster include Four Tet, Haim and Barry Can't Swim.
