Composer, classically-trained pianist, rock drummer, and the leader of rock groups X Japan and The Last Rockstars, YOSHIKI was recently named “one of the most influential musicians and composers in Japanese history” by Consequence and is described by Billboard as “a musical innovator” is set to star in his own documentary.
The music film YOSHIKI: UNDER THE SKY will have its international premiere on September 7 at the AMC Empire 25 in New York City’s Times Square, featuring the world-renowned musician and composer YOSHIKI leading a global concert featuring today’s top musical artists including Nichole Scherzinger, The Chainsmokers and St. Vincent.
YOSHIKI has gathered an extraordinary collection of artists for a deeply emotional journey, including a heartbreaking interaction with the husband of a terminally ill fan and a celebration of voices joined from across international borders.
The film features powerful live performances by The Chainsmokers (USA), St. Vincent (USA), Sarah Brightman (UK), Scorpions (Germany), HYDE (Japan), SUGIZO (Japan), SixTONES (Japan), Jane Zhang (China), Lindsey Stirling (USA), Nicole Scherzinger (USA), and more.
Interspersed throughout the film are interviews with YOSHIKI about his passion for music and the pain of having lost loved ones. The film celebrates the healing power of music and YOSHIKI’s resolve to never give up.
YOSHIKI said, “When I first began working on this project, I didn’t know when wewould all be able to gather in the same place and share the joy of music.Coming together with these great artists from around the world, we were able tocreate a theatrical experience that I’m very proud of. I’m so grateful foreveryone who joined us on this journey.”
Limited tickets are available for the various premieres, and you can access them here:
September 7 – New York – AMC Empire 25 Times Square (tickets)
September 8 – Tokyo – Toho Cinemas (tickets)
September 11 – London – Odeon Covent Garden (tickets)
September 14 – Los Angeles – TLC Chinese 6 Hollywood (tickets)