Aiming for "HIPHOP LIVE that adults can enjoy," BLUEPRINT™ and Billboard Live's joint project THE SESSION has begun, with the lineup fully announced. Following the recently revealed appearance of RHYMESTER’s rapper and leader Mummy-D, the skilled rapper ELIONE, who just sold out his ONEMAN LIVE at Zepp Shinjuku, has been confirmed to perform. Given that the two have collaborated many times in the past and respect each other, I’m looking forward to seeing what kind of chemistry will emerge from their two-man live.

Leading the band is Mari Ishida (Pf/Key), who has performed with a wide range of popular artists including Namie Amuro, Daichi Miura, and Kvi Baba. This time the full band lineup will also be revealed.

On Billboard Live’s stage, which has previously hosted illustrious hip-hop legends such as The Roots and Arrested Development, please luxuriate in the supreme groove and vibe that only live performances by Japan’s top hip-hop artists can deliver.