![]() Artists often have a special relationship with Japan. Its not like Tokyo where they are used to seeing and interacting with us. Fukuoka, even though the largest city in Kyuushu, is still pretty much "i-na-ka" or country in its approach & acceptance of foreigners. where they look at you with that "Bi-ku-ri-shita" look or in English.the look of surprise, that you are there. Imani Zubeh: Well, I wouldn't say its as cut and dry as "HATE" or "LOVE", but more of a Gray area of the "foreigners blues" sometimes. On the everyday life part, what do you love or hate specially in Fukuoka? Imani Zubeh: The live scene in Fukuoka is very active, but the musical genre is not as diverse as Detroit, Michigan where you get the best of everything, from Classical & Jazz to Metal Death, Rap or R&B, etc. How do you feel the Japanese live scene is compared to your home country? You live in the beautiful city of Fukuoka. ![]() Plus, its a FUN occupation if you can get work! Imani Zubeh: My Mom truly thought I had talent and suggested that I take it seriously. What brought you to become an active musician? ![]() Imani Zubeh: Thank you Gilles, its nice to meet you also. Please use three words to introduce yourself. (review on next Awa-news) Today, lets ask him to tell us his groovy secrets and a litlle bit more about Fukuoka. Mr Zubeh recntly released an album on CD Baby: From This Moment On. Groove, you're looking for groove? The city of Fukuoka, Japan, should be proud to count Mr Imani Zubeh amongst its population: the man knows how to jazz a piano! You can hear Imani on various recordings, like Wendy Moten's, or as a tour member of Cheryl Lynn and Ray Parker Jr's bands. “ AWAKEN & NEKOKAWA NEWS Our interview with:
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