Order of Appearance

• Tatsuhiko Hirata

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  Tatsuhiko Hirata

  His blues guitar and natural gravelly voice, along with his ever-changing songs and banter, have earned him fans nationwide. Many call him the “Blues King of Hakata.”
  The stage at the outdoor event ″Haru Ichiban″ held at Hattori Ryokuchi Park in Osaka in May also drew the attention of many people.
  Also recommended is the DVD “PROBLEM,” which captures the world of a young Tatsuhiko Hirata, including his 1991 live performances in Tokyo.

• Michiko Iihoshi

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  Michiko Iihoshi

  In addition to performing live with guitar and keyboard accompaniment, she is actively involved in a wide range of activities, including releasing music under the Vocaloid producer name ″JENSY″.
  Her delicate melodies and lyrics are striking, yet she is actually heavily influenced by punk bands.
  She also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the NPO Fukuoka Music Aid.

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• KAKKIN

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  KAKKIN

  Last year, he released their second album, ″ENJOY YOUR LIFE″.
  An outdoor festival, Buongiorno uh huh 39 in Kiyama, is scheduled to be held at Kiyama General Sports Park on Sunday, October 26.
  Our guitar hero, who came from somewhere in the distant universe, makes us realize we were brothers even before we were born.

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• Kenji Tokoro

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  Kenji Tokoro

  A folk singer whose sheer talent captivates you from the very first note.
  These songs, which capture the unassuming realities hidden in everyday life through a unique perspective, possess a depth that lingers and slowly sinks in when recalled later.
  His original song repertoire includes about 300 songs (including similar ones)!

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• Taro Nanashina

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  Taro Nanashina

  Fukuoka-based singer-songwriter.
  
  Began music activities at age 31. His songs are primarily self-taught home recordings, with him handling everything from writing lyrics and composing to mastering. He also writes essays and short stories.
  
  Word-feel fetish (I love words that feel good to say)

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• The kinconcancrows

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  The kinconcancrows

  Formed in 2022. An unconventional music unit centered around Kinconcan crow (Bird, ukulele/vocals) and Chuta (Mouse, keyboard/backing vocals). Their youthful music, blending nursery rhymes and folk with rock elements, evokes the joy and fleetingness of after-school hours for listeners. They constantly challenge themselves—performing flip gags, incorporating programmed sounds—and maintain a free-form style unconstrained by convention. They are currently active primarily in Fukuoka.

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• Takahiro Hatta

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  Takahiro Hatta

  He signature style blends elements of rock, blues, and folk, crafting songs that meticulously depict everyday scenes and emotions.
  He is also sharing original music on YouTube.

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• Shoji Kirihara

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  hoji Kirihara

  He has been performing live in Fukuoka for about 40 years now.
  Currently, alongside solo acoustic performances, He is active as the guitarist and vocalist for the three-piece band ″U-kittan″.
  Released the solo acoustic CD album ′Fire′ in 2005.
  U-kittan released their CD mini-album ′Ground′ in 2020.

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• Taka and Totto

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  Taka and Totto

  A husband-and-wife unit approaching their 15th anniversary.
  Taka on djembe and Totto on guitar and vocals perform seasonal songs, original compositions, and folk tunes from around the world with a nostalgic touch.
  Recently, thier daughter, who just started third grade, has also been joining in the performances from time to time.

• gn8mykitten

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  gn8mykitten

  gn8mykitten(good night my kitten)
  A rapper/poet based in Fukuoka Prefecture. For many years, he maintained a style of performing on stage with just a microphone and no accompaniment, but in recent years, he has expanded his range of expression by incorporating the guitar.
  The lyrics published in the joint magazine ″Cross″ will be featured in the January 24, 2024 edition of the Nishinippon Shimbun morning edition.

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• Tom Close

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  Tom Close

  A six-member group energizing the festival with a fusion of Irish music and Showa-era pop music.
  Recently, They has also been active with the Hakata-exclusive band ″Mito Close″ alongside Mito Hananosuke (formerly of Angie).
  This time, they'll be performing as an acoustic four-piece band.
  Will the great gamble of the Rain Woman and the Sunny Man living together favor one side or the other this time?
  Stay tuned!

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• Yumi Ozaki

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  Yumi Ozaki

  She studied Mongolian traditional throat singing ″Khöömei″ and the traditional instrument ″morin khuur″, and currently perform at live shows and events primarily in Fukuoka City.
  She is also involved in Mongolia-related activities outside of music.

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• Tatsuki Hikosaka

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  Tatsuki Hikosaka

  In addition to performing at live houses, he has also been active as a street musician for many years.
  The powerful vocals honed through street performances and the messages embedded in the songs create a world that instantly captivates even first-time viewers.
  The stage performance is breathtaking, as the guitar and body become one, sometimes blazing fiercely, sometimes burning quietly.

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• Mckee Yuji

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  Mckee Yuji

  In addition to performing at live houses, he has long been active in Fukuoka's local music scene, organizing outdoor live events and more, beloved for his bright and boisterous personality.
  His signature songs include the melancholic folk-blues classic ″Four Roses″, the rock-infused ‘″Policy″ and ″Potty Toilet″ with their positive messages, and the love ballad ″Reiko's Straw Doll″. These tracks feature a slightly quirky yet unforgettable sound, reflecting a life philosophy brimming with love.

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• Genichiro

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  Genichiro

  Singing while playing... or rather, singing while banging away.
  A one-of-a-kind presence who crafts genre-defying pop music with a fresh sensibility, layered over various percussion instruments—including a mysterious German-made slit drum that resembles a giant loaf of bread.
  ″The Acoustic Drums Genichiro 5″, featuring 14 original tracks driven by 97% percussion, is now available.

• ichirock

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  ichirock

  He likes raising rhinoceros beetle larvae at home.
  He likes to place Pokémon at the Blue Gym in Ohori Park.
  He likes to play the guitar and sing.
  What a stroke of luck to make his debut at the coveted fff (fukuoka folk festival)!

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• Be♭!

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  Be♭!

  Singing and Piano　Cotorie
  Guitar and Chorus　Takeman
  Cajon and Chorus　Takapii
  From a young age, Cotorie grew up with the piano, and the music she creates radiates a unique worldview, free from any external influences.
  For various reasons, the band transformed from a four-piece to a three-member acoustic unit, creating a pleasant atmosphere with a sound distinct from their previous style.

• Hiroyuki Tashiro

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  Hiroyuki Tashiro

  His music, infused with the local flavor of Ishigaki, along with their unique vocal delivery, powerful vocals, and dynamic stage presence, is captivating.
  After work, he often heads straight to the live house in his work clothes, performs with such intensity that he collapses on stage after the show.
  He often plays the drums in the band.
  He is a musician who dotes on his daughter, who is terrified by her own artistic talent, which has been blossoming dramatically in recent years.

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• Botan Okamura

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  Botan Okamura

• Jo Ishida

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  Jo Ishida

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