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The UK's first J-Fusion band performs a carefully curated set of live tracks from some of Japan's most iconic bands and artists. From Casiopea to T-Square, Masayoshi Takanaka and others, Hot Sounds Island showcases the best of a musical world filled with colour and energy. Soaring instrumental virtuosity is matched by infectious melodies and playful arrangements which even non-jazz fans will enjoy. Even if you don't know the material, why not come and learn all about this most joyous of genres from the east.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Hot Sounds Island: A Celebration of Japanese Jazz Fusion is by Hot Sounds Island, listed under Music in the Fringe programme. It plays at The Jazz Bar, 1A Chambers Street, EH1 1HR, 11 August to 18 August.
The show runs 90 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets are £14.