HIKAGE × Ryo’LEFTY’Miyata: Vocalist GEN Speaks on the Core of 'human.' — The Reason for Turning Impulses into Music
GEN, the vocalist of the band HIKAGE, will make a guest appearance on the 80th episode of the JFN network FM radio show 'MUSIC TOURIST' starting April 11, 2026. He will discuss the band's origins and the making of their latest EP 'human.'.
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GEN, the vocalist of HIKAGE, will make an appearance on the 80th episode of the JFN network national FM radio show 'MUSIC TOURIST' (Personality: Music Producer Ryo’LEFTY’Miyata), which broadcasts starting Saturday, April 11, 2026.
On the show, he will discuss the origins of the band, living in Tokyo, and behind-the-scenes stories regarding the production of their latest EP, 'human.'. Additionally, the conversation will touch upon GEN's personal rule in music production to "dare to go where people are," exploring his mindset behind this, as well as his enthusiasm for upcoming tours and free live shows.
'MUSIC TOURIST' is a program that unravels the true faces of artists under the theme of a 'musical journey.' The episode is packed with the thoughts of HIKAGE—a band constantly seeking new stimuli and turning conflicts into light to deliver through their music. Please enjoy it on the radio.
| Broadcast Episode | Talk Theme |
| --- | --- |
| From April 11 (Sat) | Behind the scenes of the latest EP 'human.' |
*For details on broadcast dates and times for each station, please check the program's website where the broadcast schedule is posted.
## Guest Information
HIKAGE
Members: [L→R] Vocal: GEN / Bass: Wataru / Drum: ISSEI / Guitar: YASUI / Guitar: Halki
HIKAGE is a band formed in Sapporo in May 2019.
Carrying the raw and explosive impulse of hardcore and hardcore punk from the 80s to the present...
On the show, he will discuss the origins of the band, living in Tokyo, and behind-the-scenes stories regarding the production of their latest EP, 'human.'. Additionally, the conversation will touch upon GEN's personal rule in music production to "dare to go where people are," exploring his mindset behind this, as well as his enthusiasm for upcoming tours and free live shows.
'MUSIC TOURIST' is a program that unravels the true faces of artists under the theme of a 'musical journey.' The episode is packed with the thoughts of HIKAGE—a band constantly seeking new stimuli and turning conflicts into light to deliver through their music. Please enjoy it on the radio.
| Broadcast Episode | Talk Theme |
| --- | --- |
| From April 11 (Sat) | Behind the scenes of the latest EP 'human.' |
*For details on broadcast dates and times for each station, please check the program's website where the broadcast schedule is posted.
## Guest Information
HIKAGE
Members: [L→R] Vocal: GEN / Bass: Wataru / Drum: ISSEI / Guitar: YASUI / Guitar: Halki
HIKAGE is a band formed in Sapporo in May 2019.
Carrying the raw and explosive impulse of hardcore and hardcore punk from the 80s to the present...