Meet nasthug: The Rising Star of Tokyo’s Club Scene

Tokyo’s dance music scene is experiencing a vibrant shift, thanks in part to nasthug. Born in Chiba in 1998 to a Jamaican father and Japanese mother, nasthug brings a unique blend of dancehall, juke, jersey club, footwork, and hip-hop that’s reshaping Tokyo’s underground hip-hop scene. Her sets are a dynamic mix of hip-hop, trap, dancehall, and afrobeat, offering an unmatchable dance experience.

As a key figure in Tokyo’s hip-hop dance scene, known for her engaging performances, nasthug has earned her reputation by opening for artists like Bad Gyal and Tohji. She brings a fresh and international perspective to Japanese hip-hop, blending diverse influences with a distinctive flair.

nasthug recently took Tokyo’s Boiler Room by storm, leaving an indelible mark, her performance was a display of her unique blend of genres and a statement of her arrival as a major force in the DJ world. It was a declaration of nasthug’s rising status as a trailblazer in the Tokyo club scene.

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With aspirations to perform in the U.S. and Jamaica, nasthug is poised to take her sound worldwide. She views her role as a DJ as an opportunity to elevate the status of DJs in Japan, highlighting the hard work and dedication behind the art.

nasthug represents a cultural shift in Tokyo’s club scene. Her journey from Circus Tokyo to becoming a celebrated DJ showcases her talent, dedication, and the power of music to cross cultural barriers. Keep an eye on her, the come up is an unstoppable force, gaining major momentum!

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