Since debuting in 1988 as the vocalist for SING LIKE TALKING, Satō Takezen has continued to broaden his range as a multi-creator—along with his solo work, activities with PLUS ONE and SALT&SUGAR, and music production and songwriting for other artists. This year, armed with a Christmas best-of album, he will launch the Tokyo-Osaka Billboard Live Tour to herald the start of the holiday season. Backed by the familiar trio of Makoto Aoyagi (Pf), Yōsuke Inoue (Ba), and Yoshito Eto (Dr)—one of the top talents in the Japanese jazz world—he will deliver a dramatic stage focused on Christmas songs. In the latest stage of the highly acclaimed concept live, which celebrated its 10th anniversary last year, expect an exquisite night with an early Christmas vibe.