Yoyoka is doing exactly what I envisioned 2-3 years ago - playing with adults, other talented teens, multiple genres of music... and only getting better.
I like all kinds of music, but they knocked it out the park, they are now my favorite jazz band now, and with yoyoka top of the list., whoever claims yoyoka is just a cover drummer this is not a cover they let her ride with original music
Watching the whole show, I just forgot about the fact that a young girl was playing all these tunes. It was when I saw her come out in front to greet the audience that I remembered she was a cute 14 yr old girl !! 1:30:43 What an amazing talent! 😃
I'm not a big jazz or saxophone fan but when I saw yoyoka was playing drums i just had to watch. Im glad I did yoyoka's drum solo was oh my God fantastic just blew my mind words can't describe how great it was.
What a smooth grove, I left this on as I did my morning chores and then slid out my front door, grooving on down the road. Put me in a great mood for the day.
Great job everyone! KEN: I'm not a musician, so I only watched about 1/3 of your interview with Content Magazine, but your attitude is so refreshing, both in that interview and throughout your performance last night. I know you were a bit nervous having to be the main speaker, but you did great! I've been following YOYOKA everyday for over 3 years now, and was lucky enough to spend a fair amount of time with her and the Somas' on a couple of occasions when they came to Las Vegas where I live. YOYOKA is truly amazing as you have discovered. Your Group is awesome as well! I love that you, as a successful long time musician, don't place yourself above YOYOKA. Like many other encounters she has had throughout her "career", most musicians are in awe of her talent and welcome, and even consider it an honor, to play with someone of her abilities. Most have treated her with the utmost respect, and treat her not as a child, but like the seasoned professional she is. Of course, she loves to play with everyone, and does not consider herself above anyone either. She welcomes each and every opportunity, and knows she can learn something from everyone that she plays with. All of what I just said applies to both you and all members of the KEN OKADA GROUP as well. You could have simply "allowed" her to play with your Group. But you went above and beyond to actually restructure your music to allow her talents to shine even brighter. I love how you talked about trying to challenge her to step outside her "comfort zone", then basically found out there aren't really any limits to her comfort zone. And finally about YOYOKA. She, once again, was truly amazing! She seems to go next level almost every week. My favorite YOYOKA performance is whatever she does next week, as I know that as great as this was, it will be even better next week. I have to say that her solo work during this performance is my new favorite for sure! And another thanks to you, Ken for allowing her the opportunity to do solos. Drummers don't always get these kinds of opportunities. You talked about wanting to be able to look back and know that you at least contributed something positive to this young lady's career. You certainly have done that already. You should feel proud of yourself. I know her fans appreciate everything you have done, and will do for YOYOKA. YOYOKA did not play a lot of Jazz before hooking up with you, and in just a few months has been able to be featured on two full albums, something that a lot of musicians can't accomplish over the span of their full career. So yes, you have already had a profound impact on YOYOKA! I'm sure this has inspired you to continue working on new music that can feature YOYOKA, and make your already awesome Group, sound even better. Thanks to everyone in the KEN OKADA GROUP for accepting YOYOKA as one of their own!
Thank you Mr. Black, for these comments which I consider so relevant and you are right to say that Yoyoka never ceases to impress us each time and in addition I have seen the shows posted on UA-cam at the Whiskey-a-Gogo and the musicians respects her enormously especially Chuck Wright and I must say that I am proud to be able to support her.
@@namorlam Hey Nam, I always appreciate your feedback/comments. Yes, she needs continued support to get where she DESERVES to be. Glad that you do your part! They always say you are not entitled to respect, you must earn it, and she certainly has! The respect they give her actually goes back to at least when she was 6 yrs old. In an interview, one of the musicians that was practicing at her home with the Somas' said she made a comment, "This song would sound better if you did it like this." The way I remember it was they all looked at each other, like who does this kid think she is? Regardless, they tried it her way and all agreed it sounded better...lol 😀
All the great rock drummers of the classic Era i.e. Cream, Led Zeppelin etc. were big fans of the great jazz drummers. So here is the Hammer coming full circle from LZ back to jazz! Also since jazz is built around plenty of improvised solos drummers get a chance to slip more of their brilliance into the tunes. Ken is certainly generous with all the players! Hope you are settling into your new digs!
Hokey smokes! Growing from strength to strength! I am often impressed when Yoyoka puts up a new video. No. I am always impressed! But there are times when I am flabbergasted. This knocked my wig into my watch pocket! I am reduced to saying silly words. Thank you so much Ken Okada for making this happen! And may I say sincerely to the Hokkaido Hammer ~ We're not worthy!!!
Ken introduced his excellent band members with first and last names. Then: "Yoyoka on drums." This early in her career, she is already known and received just by her first name even among top end professionals and mentors.
Thank you San Jose Jazz for providing the venue and the audience for such fine music. Thank you Ken, you've proved an excellent mentour for Yoyoka, and your band members are just great. Thank you Yoyoka for entertaining me so much these last few years.
О, боже, как это красиво! Yoyoka это чудо!😢 Как наверное легко играть любую музыку, когда так чисто и метрономически точно сзади отыгрывается мелодия на барабанах. Все музыканты великолепны, но зажигает Уоуока....
I listen to jazz quite a bit and this sounds incredibly good, just beautiful. What a great job by everyone! And Yoyoka keeps getting better so quickly!
That was very enjoyable, thanks for posting! Ken already said it: Yoyoka is not just a great kid drummer, but a great drummer, period! Her poise and sophistication as a true music lover is simply exceptional. And what a performance by the whole band! I thought Yoyoka must be tired after all that incredible playing, but the way she leaped back behind the drums when Ken said "One more song!" is everything!
YOYOKA is an absolute drumming machine (in a good way) and did two shows in Japan this year of 2 1/2 hours with no problem and mostly rock tunes. I believe it is because she is absolutely relaxed and transfers her energy to the sticks so efficiently! Her live streams often go 1 1/2 to 2 hours the last 2 taking requests live for some songs she never heard before.
What a beautiful and good show with the added bonus of the superb Yoyoka who never ceases to amaze with her immense and endless talent. Thanks to the whole group.
The last song was amazing! Thank you, Ken Okada for bringing us this beautiful orchestration and for mentoring Yoyoka in terms of jazz music-awesome. Was that Tim Cook in the audience?
Dear Yoyoka, that reminds me to Tokyo Groove Jyoshi, but there ist a Piano and sometimes two Basses and you got a guitar. You done it very well, although its very different to your usual rocking stuff. Thank you😊❤
I think Yoyoka is already a better drummer than MiMi, which is not to say _anything_ bad about MiMi. Tokyo Groove Jyoshi is fantastic in their own right. I just wish they included Shinobu (Shamisen player) more often.
Thank you so much!!🥁
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you Yoyoka, you know I am very proud to be able to support you, you are really great with love and respect for your work.
Yoyoka is doing exactly what I envisioned 2-3 years ago - playing with adults, other talented teens, multiple genres of music... and only getting better.
I like all kinds of music, but they knocked it out the park, they are now my favorite jazz band now, and with yoyoka top of the list., whoever claims yoyoka is just a cover drummer this is not a cover they let her ride with original music
Watching the whole show, I just forgot about the fact that a young girl was playing all these tunes. It was when I saw her come out in front to greet the audience that I remembered she was a cute 14 yr old girl !! 1:30:43 What an amazing talent! 😃
Yoyoka + jazz = 😊
I'm not a big jazz or saxophone fan but when I saw yoyoka was playing drums i just had to watch. Im glad I did yoyoka's drum solo was oh my God fantastic just blew my mind words can't describe how great it was.
I just watched the concert again and what a breathtaking drum solo from Yoyoka, absolutely incredible.
I am on my 4th replay - all kinds of nuances to pick up!
What a smooth grove, I left this on as I did my morning chores and then slid out my front door, grooving on down the road. Put me in a great mood for the day.
Great job everyone! KEN: I'm not a musician, so I only watched about 1/3 of your interview with Content Magazine, but your attitude is so refreshing, both in that interview and throughout your performance last night. I know you were a bit nervous having to be the main speaker, but you did great! I've been following YOYOKA everyday for over 3 years now, and was lucky enough to spend a fair amount of time with her and the Somas' on a couple of occasions when they came to Las Vegas where I live. YOYOKA is truly amazing as you have discovered. Your Group is awesome as well! I love that you, as a successful long time musician, don't place yourself above YOYOKA. Like many other encounters she has had throughout her "career", most musicians are in awe of her talent and welcome, and even consider it an honor, to play with someone of her abilities. Most have treated her with the utmost respect, and treat her not as a child, but like the seasoned professional she is. Of course, she loves to play with everyone, and does not consider herself above anyone either. She welcomes each and every opportunity, and knows she can learn something from everyone that she plays with. All of what I just said applies to both you and all members of the KEN OKADA GROUP as well. You could have simply "allowed" her to play with your Group. But you went above and beyond to actually restructure your music to allow her talents to shine even brighter. I love how you talked about trying to challenge her to step outside her "comfort zone", then basically found out there aren't really any limits to her comfort zone. And finally about YOYOKA. She, once again, was truly amazing! She seems to go next level almost every week. My favorite YOYOKA performance is whatever she does next week, as I know that as great as this was, it will be even better next week. I have to say that her solo work during this performance is my new favorite for sure! And another thanks to you, Ken for allowing her the opportunity to do solos. Drummers don't always get these kinds of opportunities. You talked about wanting to be able to look back and know that you at least contributed something positive to this young lady's career. You certainly have done that already. You should feel proud of yourself. I know her fans appreciate everything you have done, and will do for YOYOKA. YOYOKA did not play a lot of Jazz before hooking up with you, and in just a few months has been able to be featured on two full albums, something that a lot of musicians can't accomplish over the span of their full career. So yes, you have already had a profound impact on YOYOKA! I'm sure this has inspired you to continue working on new music that can feature YOYOKA, and make your already awesome Group, sound even better. Thanks to everyone in the KEN OKADA GROUP for accepting YOYOKA as one of their own!
Thank you Mr. Black, for these comments which I consider so relevant and you are right to say that Yoyoka never ceases to impress us each time and in addition I have seen the shows posted on UA-cam at the Whiskey-a-Gogo and the musicians respects her enormously especially Chuck Wright and I must say that I am proud to be able to support her.
@@namorlam Hey Nam, I always appreciate your feedback/comments. Yes, she needs continued support to get where she DESERVES to be. Glad that you do your part! They always say you are not entitled to respect, you must earn it, and she certainly has! The respect they give her actually goes back to at least when she was 6 yrs old. In an interview, one of the musicians that was practicing at her home with the Somas' said she made a comment, "This song would sound better if you did it like this." The way I remember it was they all looked at each other, like who does this kid think she is? Regardless, they tried it her way and all agreed it sounded better...lol 😀
All the great rock drummers of the classic Era i.e. Cream, Led Zeppelin etc. were big fans of the great jazz drummers. So here is the Hammer coming full circle from LZ back to jazz! Also since jazz is built around plenty of improvised solos drummers get a chance to slip more of their brilliance into the tunes. Ken is certainly generous with all the players!
Hope you are settling into your new digs!
@@chrisegbertky Agree. Yes Chris, I like my new environment!
This is a thoughtful and wonderfully written comment Glen. 🙏
Hokey smokes! Growing from strength to strength! I am often impressed when Yoyoka puts up a new video. No. I am always impressed! But there are times when I am flabbergasted. This knocked my wig into my watch pocket! I am reduced to saying silly words. Thank you so much Ken Okada for making this happen! And may I say sincerely to the Hokkaido Hammer ~ We're not worthy!!!
Ken introduced his excellent band members with first and last names. Then: "Yoyoka on drums." This early in her career, she is already known and received just by her first name even among top end professionals and mentors.
Yoyoka Soma (Japanese: 相馬世世歌), known mononymously as YOYOKA (よよか) - Her name is unique. People should refer to her as YOYOKA in comments.
San Jose is my home town. Nice to see Yoyoka playing there. I hope I can watch her play some day.
Big thanks to San Jose Jazz for the great camera work and sound so people can enjoy this worldwide!👍
Is this audio mono only? If so, is there a way to get stereo version!?!? Thank you.
Thank you San Jose Jazz for providing the venue and the audience for such fine music. Thank you Ken, you've proved an excellent mentour for Yoyoka, and your band members are just great. Thank you Yoyoka for entertaining me so much these last few years.
💚ing the longer hair, YOYOKA. Keep growing it.
This was SO. GOOD. Yoyoka... I could listen to you all day.
shout out to the sound engineer for the live stream - awesome job! Yoyoka killin' it as always
1:26:50 bless taking drum solo😂
Tears me up😂😂😂
And what a cracking solo too. Absolutely relevant to the number.... so mature musically.
Wow! This was a special treat. An amazing performance all around. And of course, YOYOKA, being YOYOKA, was simply brilliant as always.
О, боже, как это красиво! Yoyoka это чудо!😢 Как наверное легко играть любую музыку, когда так чисто и метрономически точно сзади отыгрывается мелодия на барабанах. Все музыканты великолепны, но зажигает Уоуока....
I listen to jazz quite a bit and this sounds incredibly good, just beautiful. What a great job by everyone! And Yoyoka keeps getting better so quickly!
I like how she casually throws in the famous Yoyoka headless triplets at 9:32
...and they are syncopated too !!
Yoyoka always plays with
heart and gutso [Sic]! 👍🏼
She certainly knows 'the
way to San Jose' - in her
bones🥁! . . :-)
That was very enjoyable, thanks for posting! Ken already said it: Yoyoka is not just a great kid drummer, but a great drummer, period! Her poise and sophistication as a true music lover is simply exceptional. And what a performance by the whole band!
I thought Yoyoka must be tired after all that incredible playing, but the way she leaped back behind the drums when Ken said "One more song!" is everything!
YOYOKA is an absolute drumming machine (in a good way) and did two shows in Japan this year of 2 1/2 hours with no problem and mostly rock tunes. I believe it is because she is absolutely relaxed and transfers her energy to the sticks so efficiently! Her live streams often go 1 1/2 to 2 hours the last 2 taking requests live for some songs she never heard before.
I love when you play jazz
先ずメンバー全員の音が素晴らしい！ 音がいいと言う事は各楽器のスイートスポットを捉える演奏技術が確立されていないと成し得ない。
そのうえで音楽性が上乗せされているから今までにない新しい JAZZ のように感じる。
What a beautiful and good show with the added bonus of the superb Yoyoka who never ceases to amaze with her immense and endless talent. Thanks to the whole group.
16:20 Yoyoka’s quadruplets are always perfectly spaced, and so cleanly executed. Beautiful！😍
Yoyoka - that was amazing - awesome to hear you playing a whole jazz set! You’re so bloody good
私はハードロックからJazz、クラシックまでジャンルの垣根無しに音楽を聴きます。
元々よよかのロックドラムファンの人もここへ来てJazzが好きになったら良いね。
私は逆で60年間スタンダードJAZZ一辺倒でしたが6年くらい前にYoyokaさんのスモーキーの演奏動画観てぶったまげ全動画を観てロックの良さは勿論でしたが興味の無かったR＆B等の派生jazzの素晴らしさも教えてもらいました。
@@koma-1122
そうですか、逆パターンですね！本当によよかさんのドラムって、今まで聴かなかったジャンルも好きにさせてしまう魅力が有ります。
@@acdc0112 さん わざわざご返信恐縮です。このレコーディングシリーズでは共通譜面で叩いていますがカバー動画ではオリジナルと聴き比べて暗譜演奏でのアレンジを効かせたグルーブにいつも痺れています。
Amazing talent, men! Gotta give kudos to anyone who can keep up with that kid
Truly phenominal. Thanks for sharing!! 🎉❤
伝統のウエストコーストジャズに新しい要素が加わって、心地よい懐かしいサウンドに新鮮さがギュッと詰まってとてもクールです。yayakaちゃんがバンドに化学反応を起こしているのは明らかです。yoyokaのダイジェスト版を見て直ぐにここにたどり着きました。最高のサウンドに敬意を払います！
This is AMAZING!
KEN!!!!!!
First rate and a joy to listen to. Thank you for the excellent miking of the drum kit. It was very satisfying to hear her stellar grooves so well!
The last song was amazing! Thank you, Ken Okada for bringing us this beautiful orchestration and for mentoring Yoyoka in terms of jazz music-awesome. Was that Tim Cook in the audience?
Wonderful, wish I was there.
I like how the saxophone doesn’t sound so saxy. Lol. It almost sounds electronic.
I am not really into "Jazz" but these grooves you do are so beautiful that I think I am changing
Have just watched YOYOKA's VLOG 11. Includes video of the rehearsals and recording of the first album last Feb. What a professional musician she is!
First time they met and it just clicked like key in a lock. win-win-win
Encore number is Live at the Cadillac Club by Bob Berg. Original drummer ; Dennis Chambers.
Sounding great!
Brilliant absolutely brilliant ❤❤❤❤
Dear Yoyoka, that reminds me to Tokyo Groove Jyoshi, but there ist a Piano and sometimes two Basses and you got a guitar. You done it very well, although its very different to your usual rocking stuff. Thank you😊❤
I think Yoyoka is already a better drummer than MiMi, which is not to say _anything_ bad about MiMi. Tokyo Groove Jyoshi is fantastic in their own right. I just wish they included Shinobu (Shamisen player) more often.
well done guys....yoyoka with the simple drums set and superb performances..
Thanks for the archive!
All the songs were cool and fun!
Loving the cameraman rocking to Yoyoka’s solo at 1:05:24 HAHA
WoW! You guys are awesome!!
ここ１年での進化途轍もないわね…
末恐ろしいわ🎉
💛Yoyoka ✨
この歳でもうデニス・チェンバース。
Love it, but am I the only one noticing that the audio/video is out of sync? Can't watch it that way. Someone should fix it?
1:30:27 again that already famous Yoyoka's thing: What's the big deal about... :)
8:50 music start
If I'm not mistaken, it seems like everyone there was working to keep up with Yoyoka, and not the other way around. 🤔🤨
The guitarist sounds like Metheny. Almost exactly like Metheny....zzzzzz...