About Holywatr:
Holywatr is a unique, gritty blend of alternative metal, emo, and metalcore, forging a new path that transcends genres and leaves audiences begging for more.
Fresh off tours with Architects, Chiodos, Warped Tour, and a SOLD OUT headline run in 2025, Holywatr has continued to stoke the fire on social media earning them millions of streams and a die-hard fanbase of over half a million monthly listeners. Armed with crushing riffs and soaring melodies, Holywatr is gearing up to drop a new full length project, cementing their place as one of heavy music’s most promising new acts.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
About Kishi Bashi:
Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. Born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, Ishibashi is a virtuoso violinist and a Berklee College of Music alumnus. He is renowned for his groundbreaking collaborations with symphonies across the U.S., such as the National Symphony Orchestra (Kennedy Center), Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony. His orchestral work has expanded his reach, blending classical and pop influences in performances that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
As a violinist, Kishi Bashi has recorded and toured internationally with artists like Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and indie band of Montreal, and has made appearances on major late-night TV shows including SNL, David Letterman, Conan, and Jimmy Fallon. His original music has been featured in commercials for major brands like Microsoft, Samsung, American Express, Target, and Apple. His debut album 151a (2012) received high praise from NPR’s Bob Boilen, who called it “a radiant, uplifting soundscape.” This launched Kishi Bashi onto major festival stages such as SXSW and Austin City Limits and began his journey as a critically acclaimed solo artist.
