To everyone who dislikes these individuals based upon the fact that they are emulating a foreign culture.....really? At least they have the heart to do something with themselves and not be a sad little internet troll. This is coming from a guy who forges both Norse and Japanese styled blades. I suppose that makes me "not add up".
+Josh McNeal Well said, Josh! At least two of these guys have trained extensively in Japan so it's not as if they are 'wannabees". Is every non-American who plays Jazz, every non-American rapper or every person who studies a foreign martial art also worthy of scorn?
Was taught Taiko by Mugenkyo many years ago and have seen them perform numerous times. The physical stamina required for this art form is beyond belief! Love Mugenkyo!
I saw these guys perform several years ago in Solihull. It was an amazing experience. There's a certain emotion that's brought to the surface when you don't just hear, but physically feel this sound and it's near impossible to describe. Wonderfully performance.
Very good video but only gives you a flavour of how awesome this group really is! Every time we see then (19 times so far), they just get better and better. Can't wait for the Autumn tour to begin!
Saw them performing at The Octagon Theatre, Yeovil yesterday evening. Absolutely incredible and not to be missed. A standing ovation at the end, an enthusiastic and quite long encore, then another well deserved standing ovation. The theatre was almost full. Better than first class.
I saw them perform live in Lancaster and all the performers were great. You can close your eyes whilst listening to the drumming and think you are Samurai Jack!
They're showing in Weston tonight and I really should go. I didn't even know it was on until a couple hours ago. Thankfully there's still some tickets left! If no one has heard of Wagakki Band, check them out, they use Taiko drums in all of their songs. :)
They're good. if you can't get to the Matsumoto Taiko festival (it was last week - and I was there) then this is the next best thing and the best you'll see in Europe.
The ' screams' are sort of a part of the piece being played, like a kind of communication between the drummers. I've been lucky enough to see Mugenkyo Taiko perform 4 times now, and one of the founders, Neil, explained why there are little noises & gestures throughout the shows...👍
They call the shouting Kakegoe. It's used similar to how Kiai is used in martial arts. In a performance, it's often like egging each other on, as some pieces can be quite physically demanding. From personal experience, it's quite powerful to have your fellow performers behind you like that. It's also just a manifestation of the raw energy these guys are putting into it.
Far from the "real" thing. Just a bunch of gaijins trying to copy some Asian culture. It would be like watching Swedes dance a national dance from some tribe in Africa, it just does´nt add up. Looks pretty stupid. Disclaimer: I know im a Gaijin myself, and yes im also a Swede.
+twovikings abroad Considering a number of them trained extensively in Japan before founding the group suggests they are not just trying to "copy" Asian culture. What's the difference between them and a Swede like Dolph Lundgren fighting in a Japanese style of martial art? Wouldn't say Dolph was just a gaijin trying to copy Asian culture.
Dolph is a 80´s something joke. He does that for money. Thats not for "the art" like i think these guys do it for. It just looks so wrong seeing them take on something like this. A bit awkward acctually. Just as awkward a Dolphs acting. Just my thoughts
I saw them perform live in Lancaster and all the performers were great. You can close your eyes whilst listening to the drumming and think you are Samurai Jack!
To everyone who dislikes these individuals based upon the fact that they are emulating a foreign culture.....really? At least they have the heart to do something with themselves and not be a sad little internet troll. This is coming from a guy who forges both Norse and Japanese styled blades. I suppose that makes me "not add up".
+Josh McNeal Well said, Josh! At least two of these guys have trained extensively in Japan so it's not as if they are 'wannabees". Is every non-American who plays Jazz, every non-American rapper or every person who studies a foreign martial art also worthy of scorn?
>Half Japanese, half Norwegian
>Living proof that "cultural appropriation" is pure BS
“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.”
Was taught Taiko by Mugenkyo many years ago and have seen them perform numerous times. The physical stamina required for this art form is beyond belief! Love Mugenkyo!
Saw them in Torquay several years ago. Best £10 I have ever spent. Absolutely brilliant
I have seen them twice just amazing. It just mesmerising watching them
I saw these guys perform several years ago in Solihull. It was an amazing experience. There's a certain emotion that's brought to the surface when you don't just hear, but physically feel this sound and it's near impossible to describe. Wonderfully performance.
I saw these guys last night in Bury St Edmunds. They were incredible and rightly deserved their standing ovation.
I once saw these guys live. It was incredible.
Me too... spectacular
Amazing.
Very good video but only gives you a flavour of how awesome this group really is! Every time we see then (19 times so far), they just get better and better. Can't wait for the Autumn tour to begin!
Saw them performing at The Octagon Theatre, Yeovil yesterday evening. Absolutely incredible and not to be missed. A standing ovation at the end, an enthusiastic and quite long encore, then another well deserved standing ovation. The theatre was almost full. Better than first class.
Great to see Mugenkyo is doing great. We still have the photo of when you came to Amanojaku practice in Tokyo 15(!?) years ago!
Saw them in Eastleigh last night. What a terrific energised performance, highly recommended.
We were there with friends. Best evening out for a long time, will be looking out for more shows. Many thanks for a great show
Just seen these guys in Ulverston. Astoundingly mesmerising performance. ❤❤❤
I saw them perform live in Lancaster and all the performers were great. You can close your eyes whilst listening to the drumming and think you are Samurai Jack!
It was amazing for these guys to come to Guernsey and perform at St. James. I loved how thrilling it was.
It feels like a prayer
Just saw you in Weymouth for the 2nd time....Fabulous...Thankyou...love, light and twinkles xx
I was there last night too...it was absolutely amazing!!
Saw them years ago in Torquay. Fantastic.
Hyped for their Leamington gig tomorrow. From one percussionist to another, attendance is essential.
They're showing in Weston tonight and I really should go. I didn't even know it was on until a couple hours ago. Thankfully there's still some tickets left!
If no one has heard of Wagakki Band, check them out, they use Taiko drums in all of their songs. :)
See them last night in Nottingham, love it, I want more :)
They are coming to London June 2015. Will be great!
Great! thanks for sharing
these guys have been going for years and years, there pre-pc
They're good. if you can't get to the Matsumoto Taiko festival (it was last week - and I was there) then this is the next best thing and the best you'll see in Europe.
Brilliant so want to go
Awesome
Hi,I am Hiro. Amazing.
How can I get you guys to come over to DOJO in Ashford. Opening in April 2021 @MUGENKYOvision
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One thing I hate about this video is the screaming completely ruins the moment
The ' screams' are sort of a part of the piece being played, like a kind of communication between the drummers.
I've been lucky enough to see Mugenkyo Taiko perform 4 times now, and one of the founders, Neil, explained why there are little noises & gestures throughout the shows...👍
They call the shouting Kakegoe. It's used similar to how Kiai is used in martial arts. In a performance, it's often like egging each other on, as some pieces can be quite physically demanding. From personal experience, it's quite powerful to have your fellow performers behind you like that. It's also just a manifestation of the raw energy these guys are putting into it.
IS THIS A JOKE!!!!! REALY.... IS THIS SOPOSE TO BE KODO????????????
You have used an unnecessary amount of punctuation.
Joseph Valentine .....LOL..;;-..-;;..
Far from the "real" thing.
Just a bunch of gaijins trying to copy some Asian culture.
It would be like watching Swedes dance a national dance from some tribe in Africa, it just does´nt add up.
Looks pretty stupid.
Disclaimer: I know im a Gaijin myself, and yes im also a Swede.
+twovikings abroad Considering a number of them trained extensively in Japan before founding the group suggests they are not just trying to "copy" Asian culture. What's the difference between them and a Swede like Dolph Lundgren fighting in a Japanese style of martial art? Wouldn't say Dolph was just a gaijin trying to copy Asian culture.
Dolph is a 80´s something joke.
He does that for money. Thats not for "the art" like i think these guys do it for.
It just looks so wrong seeing them take on something like this. A bit awkward acctually.
Just as awkward a Dolphs acting.
Just my thoughts
Watched it again, and they just seem to lack the intensity and power i seek in this kind of performances
twovikings abroad *Yeah! Let's judge them because of stupid reasons!!*
So what reasons do you accept when judging art?
Lack of intensity aint good enough?
Its just stupid you say.
I saw them perform live in Lancaster and all the performers were great. You can close your eyes whilst listening to the drumming and think you are Samurai Jack!