Rock band BATI-HOLIC reunites with Vietnamese audiences

After a decade, Japanese rock band BATI-HOLIC returned to Vietnam, bringing exciting performances in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. On the evening of March 26, Ben Thanh Theater (Ho Chi Minh City) was packed with audiences enjoying the band's unique music.

BATI-HOLIC explodes onto the stage, drawing the audience into the exhilarating taiko drum rock rhythm

Kyoto-based BATI-HOLIC stands out for its "Taiko Drum Rock" style - a combination of traditional taiko drums and powerful melodies from the Japanese three-stringed lute (gottan), flute, guitar, and powerful vocals. BATI-HOLIC's music captivates audiences of all ages with its vibrant rhythms, transcending language and cultural barriers with its uplifting and emotional music.

The band consists of Hiroyuki Nakajima (lead vocals, three-string guitar), Shugo Kurosaka (vocals, Japanese three-string guitar), Mitsuru Nagata (backing vocals, taiko drums), Hiroyuki Taira (taiko drums), and Yuki Matsugami (taiko drums).

Throughout the two hours, the group performed 20 consecutive pieces, maintaining a passionate pace. The pounding sound of taiko drums combined with variations of the three-stringed instrument created a bustling festival atmosphere, making the audience clap and cheer continuously. Even when the show ended, BATI-HOLIC still pleased the audience with encore pieces, continuing to stir up the space of Ben Thanh Theater.

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In addition to performing, the group also held an exchange session on March 27, guiding the audience to experience taiko drums and performing a song about hot springs. This event helped the audience understand more about traditional Japanese musical instruments and how BATI-HOLIC modernized them to fit the flow of contemporary music.

BATI-HOLIC’s tour in Vietnam is organized with the support of the Japan Foundation, aiming to promote cultural exchange between the two countries. The band expressed excitement at their return and promised to bring more impressive performances in the future.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/nhom-rock-bati-holic-tai-ngo-khan-gia-viet-196250328112816913.htm