London-based rock band Bo Ningen, whose members are all Japanese musicians living in the UK, have drawn comparisons between both countries’ music scenes after finally performing in their home country, The Japan Times reported on 10 July.
The quartet, which has gained critical acclaim in Japan and the UK, met in London nine years ago and consider themselves a London band.
“In Britain, the underground and mainstream are connected. I think the Japanese music scene and industry is very unique”, said singer and bassist Taigen Kawabe, pointing out that Japan, on the other hand, has a very isolated music scene.