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KISHI BASHI IN CONCERT:

Singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Kaoru Ishibashi has become a familiar face on stages around the world as a touring violinist for acts Of Montreal and Regina Spektor, but lately it's his solo indie rock project Kishi Bashi that has fans jamming out. His kaleidoscopic tunes mix lush violin, exotic Far East elements, swirling vocal harmonies, and electronic touches to create a brilliant and unique sonic world full of soaring melodies and head-spinning rhythms. At his live shows he brings buoyant tunes like "Bright Whites" and "Atticus in the Desert" to life with the help of a looping pedal and a full band including drums, banjo, and guitar, treating fans to dynamic performances that always get them moving and smiling.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Seattle-born, Virginia-raised Kaoru Ishibashi began playing the violin at age 7 and continued studying the instrument after high school at Boston's prestigious Berklee College of Music. In 2002 he moved to Brooklyn and formed the synthpop outfit Jupiter One with guitarist Zac Colwell. The band self-released several limited edition records in the mid-'00s, and in 2008 they dropped a self-titled debut album that landed them on tour with Regina Spektor. While on the road Ishibashi met Of Montreal founder Kevin Barnes, and joined him as a member of Of Montreal's touring band in 2010. The following year he returned to his parent's home in Virginia to begin recording his solo debut as Kishi Bashi. The result was 2012's 151a, a critical success that earned praise from NPR and received placement in commercials for Windows, Sony, and car company Smart. After a 2013 tour of the US and Europe in support of the release, Ishibashi issued his second album as Kishi Bashi, 2014's Lighght. The album peaked at No. 52 on the Billboard 200, a huge feat for a niche indie artist and cause for celebration among his loyal fanbase.

Reviews

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 95 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Unreal

    by Patrick on 11/23/23Lincoln Theatre - Washington

    His performance had me thinking about time on a massive scale. How did we go from cave people to a man creating that music. Bach and a song he performed are two rare occasions that I’ve been brought to tears. It was unreal.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Never disappointing

    by Anthony Coriano on 11/17/23The Castro Theatre - San Francisco

    K and his friends always put on a great show And I will always get a ticket when they are in town. The omoiyari is definitely a must see! I was brought to tears. After listening to his music for over 10 years I can honestly say that you will most likely enjoy every second.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Power of music, activism, and cultural identity

    by Yonsei C on 11/15/23The Castro Theatre - San Francisco

    Excellent film weaving K's personal story of being bicultural Japanese and American, the Japanese American incarceration history, and the power of music and activism to find greater belonging in social justice movements. Great performance, except for those of us in the balcony who couldn't see when the band went out into the aisle for the last few songs.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Event didn't seem to know what it was

    by ML on 11/13/23The Castro Theatre - San Francisco

    Love Kishi Bashi's music, and saw him at the Fillmore last year where he was incredible. This event, between the screening, the Q&A, and the album run-through, felt like it didn't really do justice to any of the parts - especially not the music or the Q&A. K's cello accompanist read the questions from a little iPad and was not really able to articulate the questions clearly, and K didn't seem focused on the questions as they were being asked between songs in the album performance. The sound quality of the music felt off and, generally, K didn't sound nearly on the level that he did when I saw him previously, and it made me sad that this amazing album was done kind of messily. The Castro Theater is at least well set up to screen movies, so the quality of the screening was good, though the documentary itself was a little all over the place and didn't feel that fresh on any of the topics (immigrant identity, internment, Trump-era immigration policies) that were addressed (and combining them all into one movie didn't give that much new perspective either in my opinion). Hate to give Kishi Bashi a bad review but also feel like he wasn't setting himself up for success on this.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent night

    by Sarah on 11/13/23Aratani Theatre - Los Angeles

    Wasn't sure what to expect exactly, but this evening was so great! Such a good balance between the documentary and the performance. Intimate venue, and very relevant for the theme of the night! Would recommend anyone sees this song film, for the music but also the storytelling and history.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    A most memorable night.

    by Eyedance on 11/13/23The Castro Theatre - San Francisco

    The only downside was that we could not find an usher to help us find our seats, so we had to ask the guests what seats they were in. Our seats were in the balcony, but we found ourselves roaming the loge until an usher finally was found. The lighting in the theater could have been brighter. That was part of the problem with being unable to find our seats by ourselves. The show itself was outstanding. The audio was very good. my husband and I had a very enjoyable night.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Omoiyari: A Song Film

    by The show was excellent. on 11/12/23Aratani Theatre - Los Angeles

    The ticket I was sent could not be scanned by the people at the venue. I had to go to the box office so they could print out a ticket I could use. If the box office wasn’t open, I wouldn’t have been able to get in even though I had proof that I had bought tickets and it had the seats on the email. It was very frustrating.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A moving and unmatched experience

    by Nuibuddy on 11/12/23Aratani Theatre - Los Angeles

    This performance started with a documentary showing made by Kishi Bashi, "Omoiyari"followed by a performance of the album with the same name. Cultural identity and the Japanese internment camps were a focus of the film. The album itself was inspired by stories from the camps. As a bi-cultural person myself the documentary moved me to tears and by the end i was holding back sobs. I don't think i was particularly emotional, but the film got me there. The performance of the album was moving and the music itself fantastic. Kishi plays guitar and violin. There was some improvisation. I loved every second. I bought these tickets on a whim (though I was previously aware of his music and loved a few songs). If I wasn't a fan before I feel like a devout follower now. If he ever comes back I will be seeing him.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Kishi Bashi review

    by SAS on 11/12/23Aratani Theatre - Los Angeles

    I hat an outstanding film and performance. The Q & A session with Kishi Bashi was heartfelt, enlightening and inspiring. What an outstanding performer, composer and awesome person! Hope he gets an Oscar nomination! This film needs to be seen by everyone!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing show!

    by kevilicious on 6/16/22The Fillmore - San Francisco

    Kishi and crew are incredibly talented, musically surprising, and performs with amazing energy. I've felt inspired by them all week. I also really enjoyed the opening act, the Tall Tall Trees.