A collaboration project between Kakubarizumu, the label home to a diverse lineup of artists who color daily life with sound, and Billboard Live has begun. The commemorative first edition will be an omnibus concert featuring two acts that captivate listeners with instrumental-focused music.

One act is VIDEOTAPEMUSIC, a musician and video director who samples a wide range of video tapes from East and West to create visuals and music simultaneously. In recent years, his residency productions in regional cities have drawn attention, and with a one-of-a-kind show using VHS footage and a melodica, he delivers exotic dance music.

The other act is Shappo, Kakubarizumu’s highly anticipated new band, active on stages overseas and at various festivals. Rooted in 1940s pop music and film scores, this two-piece duo elevates various elements beyond music into their sound, and this year they released their long-awaited first album, “a one & a two.”

Don’t miss a stage in a club space unlike their usual surroundings, and look forward to an autumn night where you can fully immerse yourself in that sound world with your whole body.