Toward her upcoming 50th debut anniversary, Machiko Watanabe has been touring a concert series four years in the making titled “HOP! STEP!! Kōki!!! And…” This special series is now in its second year, and she appears at Billboard Live as part of it. Since her 1977 debut with the single “Mayoi Michi,” she has brought to the world many timeless songs loved across generations, such as “Kamome ga Tonda Hi,” “Blue,” and “Kuchibiru yo, Atsuku Kimi o Katar e.” Together with a trusted band, she weaves a mature, polished performance. Relish her overwhelming vocal power and dynamic stage presence to your heart’s content.