Anna Sato x Toshiyuki Sasaki
Anna Sato: Vocals (shima-uta), Sanshin, Amami harp
Toshiyuki Sasaki: Drums
A unique duo formed by Anna Sato, a renowned Amami singer who has been active both in Japan and internationally, and Toshiyuki Sasaki, a highly acclaimed drummer.
Their journey as a unit began in 2016 when they performed at the Rencontres de Chants Polyphoniques music festival in Corsica. In 2017, they held a solo concert in Paris, and in March 2023, they performed at the opening ceremony of the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., gaining international recognition.
While staying true to the fundamental structure of Amami Shimauta—vocals and drums—they incorporate the sanshinand lyre in a unique and effective way. Combined with drumming techniques that evoke various musical genres, they create an entirely new sound unlike anything heard before.
In 2024, they performed at LIVE MAGIC!, a music festival organized by Peter Barakan, and at Wonderfruit, Asia’s largest outdoor festival held in Thailand.
Their 4th album, Life Goes On, is set to be released on CD on March 27, 2025, followed by an LP release on April 27, 2025.