A Powerhouse Drummer with Genre-Bending Spirit
Yoshihito Eto has carved a dynamic path in the Japanese jazz scene since he went pro with Fumio Karashima’s trio in 1996. Eto’s talent propelled him to join Sadao Watanabe’s band in 1998 performing in numerous concerts including the Montreux Jazz Festival. He has also collaborated with diverse artists like Yoshio Ikeda, Mari Nakamoto, Chie Ayado, and J-pop unit “orange pekoe”.
Never content with convention, Eto formed his own groups, “a.t.m.” in 2003 and “Karate Chops” in 2012. He has consistently led sessions featuring young talent while participating in established groups like Terumasa Hino, Yosuke Inoue Quartet and Akira Ishii Trio. His “Eto Matsuri” series and live sessions featuring new talent have garnered consistent acclaim, including events at NARU Jazzhouse in Ochanomizu and Mellow Brown Coffee (Jiyugaoka).
Band members
Dairo SUGA(PIANO)
Kamakura-born Dairo Suga traded biology for piano, impressing Yosuke Yamashita in his audition, gaining himself a place at the prestigious Senzoku Gakuen College of Music. He honed his skills at Berklee College of Music (with Hiromi Uehara and others) before returning to Japan to join “Shibusa Chizu” and “Isao Suzuki OMA SOUND”. Suga’s collaborations are as diverse as his talent: Akira Sakata, Shota Koyama, Hidenori Mukai (from:ZAZEN BOYS), Tavito Nanao, and more. His 2016 major debut solidified his status as a free jazz pioneer in Japan, a genre-bending pianist defying categorization.
Daiki Mishima (BASS)
Daiki Mishima picked up the electric bass at 15, igniting a passion that would propel him onto the Tokyo jazz scene collaborating with a who’s who of Japanese artists, including Kosuke Mine, Takaaki Miyanokami, Kanji Ohta, and the legendary Sadao Watanabe. His impressive list of credits also features Hideaki Yoshioka, Atsushi Ikeda, Hiroyuki Matsushima, Masahiko Osaka, Hiroaki Suzuki, Tamaya Honda, Ittetsu Takemura, Mei Inoue, Akemi Uogai, and Fumika Asari. Daiki’s energetic performances and undeniable talent have made him a sought-after bassist. Whether recording in the studio or captivating audiences on tour, his skills and dedication are sure to propel him to even greater heights in the years to come.
Ryuichi YoshiDa (baritone sax)
Ryuichi Yoshida discovered his passion for the baritone saxophone in junior high. Deeply influenced by John Coltrane’s “Ascension”, he pursued classical music in high school and honed his craft under the tutelage of the esteemed Eiichi Hayashi. After graduating from university, Ryuichi formed the Ryuichi Yoshida Quartet performing at iconic venues like Shinjuku’s Pit Inn. In 1997, he joined the esteemed Fujii Goko Orchestra touring Europe with “Shibusa Shirazu”. Beyond conventional performances, Ryuichi has performed with a diverse range of musicians throughout his career; he pioneered avant-pop movements with ensembles like “blacksheep” and “tea-pool,” while showcasing his versatility in units like the Fumio Itabashi Trio.
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