Haruomi Hosono announces his first UK show in seven years at the Southbank Centre on July 19, supported by CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN. The concert is part of the ESEA Encounters series, highlighting East and Southeast Asian artists and featuring various cultural events.
Haruomi Hosono will perform in the UK for the first time in seven years at the Southbank Centre on July 19th. Known for his significance in pop music and as the leader of Yellow Magic Orchestra, he will showcase works from his extensive career. The concert will feature support from the Cuban group CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN.
This performance is part of the ESEA Encounters series, which celebrates East and Southeast Asian artists within the diaspora. Other events in the series include the TRANCE event—a 12-hour mix of rave and theatre by Tianzhuo Chen—alongside a Japanese pop-up market, poetry readings, the Yoshitomo Nara exhibit, and the Ura Matsuri festival in 2025.
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Haruomi Hosono’s upcoming show marks his return to the UK after a seven-year hiatus, featuring a mix of his career compositions alongside vibrant cultural events. The ESEA Encounters series aims to celebrate the diversity of East and Southeast Asian artists, offering a rich programme of activities and performances.
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