George hails from Japan but has now made Melbourne, Australia, home.
A blues-based musician with a folk and country influence. His playing is typified by its raw energy and broad tonal range – from delicate harmonics to searing rips and slides on guitar, soulful singing, multiple drum pedals by foot and driving rhythms on harmonica, he is a one-man band.
Known as the Japanese Blues Cowboy, he plays at various venues and festivals throughout Australia and overseas.
At the same time, George’s street live performances have gained popularity on YouTube, And he now has over 250,000 subscribers and gaining more.