TOMOYASU HOTEI Electric Samurai

Japanese Rock Guitar Legend has just announced London concert Saturday 9 November 2013 at the O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London

Hotei best known internationally for his song, Battle Without Honor or Humanity instantly recognisable as the theme from Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill has announced an exclusive performance at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London in November.

Hotei, whose career spans more than three decades, began as a guitarist in the legendary rock band, BOØWY. A collaborator both in the studio and live on stage with many diverse international musicians including David Bowie, Andy Mackay (Roxy Music), Brian Setzer and Apocalyptica to name just a few. His musical achievements are not limited to multimillion selling albums, producing and song writing hits in his native Japan.

In 1996, he played guitar under the baton of Michael Kamen at the closing ceremony for the Atlanta Olympics. His recent appearance include a live performance with Roxy Music at prestigious Fuji Rock Festival 2010, a recording project alongside 19 other world-renowned guitarists on Lee Ritenour's 6 String Theory, and arranging the theme to Tom Cruise’s box office hit Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol.

In December 2012, Hotei has shown a compelling performance at London's prestigious Roundhouse and has convinced the audience that he is true ELECTRIC SAMURAI.

With a stellar 30 year career as a guitarist, Tomoyasu Hotei continues to be a forerunner in his native land and will explore new momentum in global music scene.

 

Ticket: £28.50 - £31.00 (+Bkgfees)