jklub - California Fan Club Gathering

November 21, 2009 - Rancho Cucamonga, CA

We are very excited to announce another jklub event is coming up! In November, Jake is set to play a string of shows in Southern California. One of these shows lands in Rancho Cucamonga at the lovely Victoria Gardens Cultural Center on Nov. 21 (Saturday).

We are planning to have a jklub gathering the day of this show. Activities will include an unplugged performance, special photo shoot, "Talk Story With Jake" session where Jake will speak about his life and musical career. Plus giveaways which include free concert tickets, rare merchandise, and retail albums.

To attend the event each member must purchase a ticket for the show that night (November 21 in Rancho Cucamonga). We have a fan club reserved seating block in the first row balcony. Or you may purchase tickets directly from the venue box office.

For more information or to reserve your spot now, please contact Mitch Berry:

mitchberry@jakeshimabukuro.com

Epic Event Fundraiser - Oahu, Hawaii

Jake will be participating in a unique fundraising event to support the foster children of Hawaii. This is a casino style event and will also include a performance by Jake and others. All proceeds go to benefit the Epic Foundation. The date is coming up, and there is very limited seating. This is a great chance to enjoy a oceanfront, home-style party with good music and casual casino games.

October 24th, 2009 @ 6:00 PM
Tickets: $100 Per Person (Tax Deductible Donation)
Located in Kahala, Oahu - Hawaii
Contact: Patti Wagner 808-732-2447

Check the Tour Page for more info...

Music Is Good Medicine: Chameleon Quarterly Newsletter

Music Is Good Medicine has just released their first issue of the Chameleon Quarterly newsletter.  This will feature past MIGM events and keep our supporters updated on MIGM happenings.

This interactive newsletter is a great excuse to slow down the busy day, relax, and browse these brief updates; everyone deserves a break!

Download and View PDF Newsletter Here

Jake's Interview On KGMB Sunrise Morning Show

Jake will be phoning in from Paris, France to do a very special live interview with Billy V.

The interview will be shown on KGMB Sunrise Morning Show tomorrow, Thursday Sept 24, approximately at 6:25AM Hawaii Standard Time.

Jake will be calling in to talk about his first show in Paris, and talk story with Billy V.

Fan Club Ukulele Workshop Video Added

Earlier this year we hosted a fan club gathering and ukulele workshop in Oceanside, Ca. Jake was hosted the workshop and went through many levels of technique and lessons. It was an awesome turnout and we had the opportunity to meet up with many new members and aspiring musicians.

We have posted the complete 90 minute video of the workshop for you to enjoy and continue to learn from.

Members can view the video in the members only website.

Enjoy!

New Album "Annon" Available Online

Jake's brand new album release, Annon, is now available online for purchase online. This album will only be sold through online outlets and at Jake's live concerts.

Purchase The Album Now
Download The Press Release

Jake's Playing In Paris

Jake will be playing alongside The Coral Reefer All Stars in the famous city of Paris, France! This is a very rare and special performance and is sure to be a highlight of the year.

For tickets and more info please visit:
http://www.gdp.fr/index.php?idDirBill=1434

JAKE SHIMABUKURO TO RELEASE TWO-SONG MINI-EP
UKULELE VIRTUOSO’S "ANNON" TO BE RELEASED SEPTEMBER 1

PART OF SHIN BUDDHISM FOUNDER’S 750TH MEMORIAL SERVICE

The Shin Buddhist path was founded by Shinran Shonin (1173-1263) during the Kamakura period, and in several
centuries grew into one of the largest and most influential schools of Buddhism in Japan, a position it maintains today. The
Hongwanji temple is the headquarters of the Hongwanji denomination of Shin Buddhism (Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha), and
is known as Nishi (lit. "West") Hongwanji....

Download Full Press Release Here

Two Free Hawaii Shows

Jake is taking a short break from his Japan tour and will be hosting a few free shows in September. Here is the info:

Sept 3 12:00PM (on stage 1:30)
Annon Concert at Tsukiji Fish Market and Restaurant
Located at the Ala Moana Shopping Center
Free - Must purchase drink or food inside.

Sept 3 2:30PM
Center Stage - Ala Moana Shopping Center
Free

We hope you can catch these shows before Jake heads back to Japan.

Jake on the Bob & Tom Show TV Show

Jake will be featured on this TV Show Thursday night on WGN America. You can check local airing times by visiting this link:

www.wgnamerica.com/pages/channelfinder