Yama Warashi | Ayu Okakita | Felipe Massumi

Yama Warashi | Ayu Okakita | Felipe Massumi

Yama Warashi returns to York for what promises to be a night of incredible and unique performances at Young Thugs Studios. This time joined by the incredible Ayu Okakita and Felipe Massumi. Get ready to immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable performances!

Yama Warashi

Yama Warashi is a Bristol/London-based art-rock project led by Japanese artist Yoshino Shigihara, whosemusic blends Japanese folk dance, free jazz, tribal African music, and psychedelia into a "small childlike mountain spirit"-like entity, as the name suggests. Their songs are often described as mythical, charmingly outlandish, and melodically addictive, exploring themes of nature, mycelium, and human relationships under a cosmic, moon-influenced lens.

Ayu Okakita

Ayu Okakita is asinger, songwriter, and producer from Osaka, Japan, whose music blends elements of electronic, ambient, trip-hop, and acoustic styles. Having toured internationally and with a history as part of the UK-based trip-hop trio Nedry, she is known for her evocative and experimental sound. Her 2023 album, Grow, Grow, is described as a reflection on her personal and musical journeys.

Filipe Massumi

Filipe Massumi is a Brazilian cellist known for his versatile work in popular Brazilian music. Combining a classical background with a passion for folk traditions, he has collaborated with prominent Brazilian musicians and performed at international festivals.