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Presented by SXSW DAY PARTY: Taiwan Beats
Wez Atlas at Palm Door on Sixth Patio
Tokyo-based hip-hop artist.
Based on his roots in hip-hop and pop music, he incorporates multicultural styles into his catchy raps, has a rich sense of melody, and smoothly combines Japanese and English to weave his own life-size lyrics.
In July 2021, he released his first mini-album "Chicken Soup For One". The song "Overthink" has received over 1 million views.
He has received many offers for guest appearances, and has participated as a guest performer in many works by artists in Japan and abroad.
In 2022, he released five singles under his own name, and in March 2023, his second mini-album "This Too Shall Pass" was released.
The song "Damn!" was selected for the Spotify chart playlist "Tokyo Super Hits!
The band has also attracted attention by performing at major domestic and international events such as "SXSW2023" and "KOBE MELLOW CRUISE 2023".
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