Emmylou Harris Tribute has now reached Volume 9. So far, we’ve explored many different styles—The Hot Band, Nash Ramblers, Bluegrass, and more—but this time, we’re excited to present the long-requested theme: “SPYBOY.” “SPYBOY” is the title of the live album Emmylou Harris released in 1998, and also the name of the band she toured with, made up of the musicians who recorded that album. The lineup features Emmylou Harris, Buddy Miller, Daryl Johnson, and Brady Blade. With the live album newly reissued on LP and CD with Bonus tracks in 2025, we felt this was the perfect moment to dedicate this tribute to SPYBOY.
Thank you to the 100+ people who made our night at Thumbs Up so special. With the venue closing, this marks the end of an era for us there, but hopefully, we’ll be able to gather again next year!.
This event is all about legacy—honoring Daddy Maeda and Mr. Nakamura. We’ve all known each other since our “Aspen Glow” days in the 80s!
This year, I dedicated my performance to my late friend Mika Nishiumi. I sang her favorite Linda Ronstadt tunes which she used to sing at this event with all my heart. Seeing the owners Nalu & Sayuly from Surfers, Mr Samejima from Troubadour, and Bubble Over in the crowd. It was a gathering of old friends who share a deep love for 70s music and fashion. It was truly a perfect night.
Until next time, friends!
Photo Credits ①出演者全員で最後に ②毎年シーシーが作ってくれるTee!この色可愛いよね! ③元サムズのスタッフで現在は小淵沢でLamps Lodgeのオーナー小林くん ④久々の登場だったSunset Ridersの小田ちゃん ⑤遊びに来てくれたKeiko Walker & The Hot Street Bandの初代ギターリスト、TARAちゃん ⑥現在はカントリーダンスのインストラクター、バンド、Appaloosa時代からの付き合いのYUちゃん! ⑦偶然の夜マックな打ち上げとなったTroubadour、Bubble Overのオーナー鮫島さん親子とギターのタケちゃん Stage PhotosはKeiko Walker BandのBassist、YUKITOが撮ってくれました♪
実は1990年にNorth CarolinaのWilksboroで行われているMerleFestでまだ集まったばかりの彼らでThe Nash Ramblersという名前がない頃の彼ら、彼女らを観ています。。 前の晩にThe Grand Ole Opryの楽屋で「The Riders In the Sky」から今から8時間運転してエミルーと明日は一緒だよって!! 車を走らせて行ったよ!テネシー州ナッシュヴィルからノースキャロライナのウィルクスボロまで(私が運転した訳では無いが。。。) 会場がどこかも分からず、車の窓を開けたらうっすら聴こえて来たエミルーの声を頼りに会場に到着! もうワクワクが止まらなかった。 今みたいにデジカメとかiPhoneのカメラとかがあったら良かったのに😭 ちゃんと撮れているかもどうか分からない使い捨てカメラで何枚も何枚も撮った思い出!
Emmylou Harris and The Nash Ramblerswith The Riders in the Sky
Keiko Walker Journal Vol. 125 March Issue☆March 1st 2026
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February, my birthday month, was truly wonderful. Thank you so much to everyone who came to my birthday live and for all the thoughtful, precious gifts.
March is shaping up to be another busy and exciting month with more shows ahead. I can’t wait to see you all again soon!
2026.3.15 (Sun) ~ジョニーの音楽見本市~ BARN!BARN!BARN!2026 Spring
出演: 齊藤ジョニー Band (熊谷大輔 Dr / 林由恭平 Ba / 西山小雨 Key) Keiko Walker / 桑原達也 / 野崎廉/ 西山小雨 From The Roots (林由恭/山田タマル/齊藤ジョニー) and more…
Venue: Strobe Cafe Harajuku Open 15:30 Start 16:00 Adv. ¥5,500 Door ¥6,000 Strobe Cafe 1-20-13 Jingumae Shibuya 1F
eplusにて1/31(土)12:00から販売!
2026.3.18 (Wed) Rock’N Bluegrass Band
出演: Keiko Walker (Vocals, Guitar) 斎藤ジョニー.(Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddles) Johnny Yoshi Hiro.(Vocals, Guitar) 桑原達也. (Banjo) おおやまけんじ (Bass)
Place:Back In Town Shinjuku Open:18:00 Start:19:00 Tickets : ¥4,700 Back In Town (Shinjuku) 03-3353-4655 3-2 Yamada Bldg B1 Sumiyoshi-cho Shinjuku Tokyo
Thank you all so much for listening to “Take Away the Load” from my album “Love Songs” on Apple Music and Spotify! It’s my favorite love song written by “Sandy Denny”, and I’m thrilled it’s reaching your ears. The CD version includes three special tracks, and there’s only one copy left—so if you’re thinking of grabbing it, now’s the time! https://salleygarden.cart.fc2.com/ca55/4/p-r-s/ It’s also streaming on Amazon Music and YouTube Music—happy listening!
Apple MusicやSpotifyで、アルバム『Love Songs』から「Take Away the Load」を聴いてくださってありがとうございます! この曲は、私が大好きな「Sandy Denny」が書いたラブソングで、心からお気に入りです。 CD版は3曲入りで、なんと残り1枚だけ!気になる方はぜひお早めに! https://salleygarden.cart.fc2.com/ca55/4/p-r-s/ Amazon MusicやYouTube Musicでも配信中です。ぜひ聴いてみてくださいね♪
Songbird and Strings, a new bilingual podcast exploring the stories and sounds of Country Music. Join me as we dive into Country, Rock, Celtic, and Bluegrass, sharing stories about the artists, albums, and songs that make them special. We’ll chat about music history, the latest news, and my own musical journey. Since we can’t play all the great songs on the show, I’ll be creating a special playlist for every episode.
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