Phonons Podcast 107 Sakuma

About this episode

SAKUMA showcases his unique DJ skills and experiences in the Tokyo music scene.

SAKUMA skillfully grasps the changing flow of space and time with excellent insight, unfolding a highly distinctive story throughout the set. His meticulous mixing utilizes the gradient of sounds, incorporating dynamic approaches at times to align the focus of the dance floor, making him one of the best in the domestic scene. His unwavering skill is acquired through experiences gained from playing in various environments. He began his career in his hometown of Niigata, and since 2015, has been based in Tokyo. He has been actively performing at various important venues in Tokyo such as WOMB, VENT, and Contact Tokyto etc. and some of the top festivals in Japan like rural, Re:birth, and Liquid Drop Groove. Since 2017, he has regularly hosted the party "Modest," which is currently based at WOMB. Through this event, he has demonstrated his presence by playing with DJs like DJ NOBU , Eric Cloutier and Valentino Mora. In 2023, he was highly recognized for the skills he had cultivated for over a decade and consecutively performed at the pinnacle of the domestic party, "FUTURE TERROR." Setting himself apart with a unique sense, he has earned strong trust as a representative DJ of Tokyo…

People in this episode

Guest: SAKUMA

Topics covered

• DJ performance
• music mixing
• Tokyo nightlife
• dance music
• event hosting

Keywords

• SAKUMA
• DJ
• Tokyo
• Modest
• dance floor
• mixing
• music festivals

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WOMB, VENT, Contact Tokyto, Modest, FUTURE TERROR

Places: Niigata, Tokyo

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