Tokyo's Coolest Sound

On Saturday May 26 was the 10th edition of the "Beat Communist" event presented by Nakatsuka Takeshi (Qypthone), which is regularly held every 3 months at jazz club JZ Brat. I had been curious about it for a long time, but it was my first time there.

Upon entering, the guests are given a collectible badge, different every time but one's collection always starts with the first design of the series. Also the optional dress code of "dots" was checked and the complying guests were given a special coin giving right to a free food portion. Yes, the event even has its own catering corner where food unit Hitch x kakeru* had prepared over 10 variations of food and desserts. While waiting for the show to start I enjoyed curry-flavored potato nuggets and a burrito.

This event always features Nakatsuka Takeshi's own set, and I think also P.O.P ORCHeSTRA, while the other bands are different every time. This time the guest shows were by jazz singer akiko, and Kaji Hideki.