ROUTE 14 BAND

ROUTE14band Biography

ROUTE14band creates a unique "Singing Instruments" sound that transcends musical boundaries. Founded in 2010 by trumpeter Chihiro Yamazaki with Satoshi Yamashita (drums), Koji Yamamoto (bass), Hana Takami (keyboards), and Miz (guitar), the ensemble blends jazz, fusion, classical, and rock into emotionally rich instrumental compositions.

Their international acclaim includes ten appearances at SXSW (2013-2025), seven performances at New Zealand's Bay of Island Jazz & Blues Festival, and collaborations with artists like Korean fusion band A-FUZZ. After winning the Sapporo Park Jazz Live Contest in 2012, they've performed across Japan, Canada, Korea, and beyond.

With albums including "Sweet Thing" (2017), "Ain't No Distance" (2018), and their recent collaborative project "Our Summer" (2024), ROUTE14band continues to expand their global presence through distribution partnerships in Korea and China. Their latest single "Sepia" exemplifies their artistic vision—passionate, boundary-crossing music that speaks directly to listeners' hearts, regardless of cultural barriers

Our member are:-

Chihiro Yamazaki - trumpet
Satoshi Yamashita - drums
Koji Yamamoto - bass
Hana Takami - keys
Masahiro Misawa - guitar

Members $10 cash
Non-members $25 cash
No EFTPOS
Non-member contact details required at time of entry.

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