Just wanted to let you guys know that I had the pleasure of interviewing Shou, the lead singer for up and coming rock band, Okamoto's. If any of you went to SXSW or any of the other Japan Nite shows around the country over the past couple of weeks, then you saw these guys there. I was really surprised by how well they played live, I think they stole the show. They're only all about 19, yet their stage presence and musical prowess was beyond their years. Shou gave me a really interesting interview, so I hope you guys give it a listen to learn more about one of the newer bands around.

And if it's any consolation, I'll be playing Asian Kung-Fu Generation's new single on the show. It goes from 12pm-3pm CT on Saturdays, and I'll be airing the interview this Saturday, the 3rd, about 1:45. Be warned I do play a little bit of "popular" J-music on the show, because that's what some listeners have been asking for, but over 90% of what I play on a given show is more alternative/indie, if you will. the pillows, Straightener, Supercar, Sambomaster, Number Girl, etc. Tune in on 88.1 FM if you're in downtown Chicago, or just stream it anywhere at [url=http://www.wcrx.net]WCRX.net[/url].