Smash (music promoters)
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Smash, also known as Smash Japan is a Japanese rock music concert and festival promoter. Smash has its headquarters in Tokyo, with offices in Osaka (Smash West) and London (Smash UK). Smash is regularly represented by its point man, former Boomtown Rats member, Johnnie Fingers.
Fuji Rock Festival[]
Smash produces Fuji Rock Festival which takes place the last weekend in July in Naeba, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. The festival regularly draws more than 100,000 music fans. Artists appearing regularly include: Björk, Chemical Brothers, Iggy Pop, Sonic Youth and many more.
Other music festivals[]
Smash also produces which takes place in October in Shizuoka Prefecture.
They co-promoted Makuhari Messe that took place in late November or early December. Electraglide regularly featured Underworld, 2 Many DJs, Fatboy Slim and many others.
, a former annual all night dance/rock event located atApart from major music festivals, Smash regular produces rock concerts throughout Japan.
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- Japanese music industry
- Music promoters
- Japan music stubs