Satoru Nakagawa
Satoru Nakagawa is a Japanese-born singer-songwriter-guitarist, currently living in Boston, Massachusetts. He plays blues influenced original rock music. After graduating from high school in Japan, already in love with American music, he came to America searching for the roots of rock'n'roll. He started his musical journey from Louisiana, immersed himself in various styles of music from traditional country blues to Chicago blues, Second line to modern New Orleans funk, Americana to Zydeco, and which are reflected in his six original albums with his band TOKYO TRAMPS. And he writes songs using his own experiences living in America. Satoru has competed at International Blues Challenge 2014 and 2013 as a solo act, and International Blues Challenge 2011 with the band.
Latest News
Latest News!
★TOKYO TRAMPS will play at Summer Solstice celebration Concert in Minakami, Gunma on 6-21-25. Satoru's home prefecture, Gunma!! It's the first time to play a concert in Gunma since high school!!
★TOKYO TRAMPS new album (9th) came out on January 1st in 2023. Produced by a legendary guitarist, Jim Weider(The Band, Levon Helm Band, The Weight Band), 10 original songs were recorded live at Paul Antonell's Clubhouse in Rhinebeck, NY. A killer blend of traditional and contemporary influences of rock'n'roll record. Gutsy messages of love, hope for better days, empathy for the lost and the lonely in this divided times of our lives.
★TOKYO TRAMPS Live From Home series is still going strong! Reaching 250 songs since Covid lockdown are posted on Facebook and Youtube! (www.youtube.com/tokyotramps)
★TOKYO TRAMPS is going to have a busy summer! PorchFests, Concerts at parks, and shows at our favorite bars and restaurants!!
★TOKYO TRAMPS' 7th album "If I Die Tomorrow" and 8th album "I'm A Tiger" are on sale!
★Come & Check out TOKYO TRAMPS Live shows!!