HIP HOP / HOUSEシーンにおける伝説的DJ・プロデューサーであり、Louie Vegaとのユニット”Masters At Work”として長年に渡り最前線を走り続ける、Kenny “DOPE” Gonzalez。そんな彼が、単独での来日としては2017年以来、実に9年ぶりとなる待望の来日を果たす。
4度のグラミー賞ノミネート経験を持ち、卓越した音楽への審美眼と圧倒的なスキルでHIP HOP / HOUSE / JAZZ / FUNKを縦横無尽に操るそのプレイは、「ビートの生きる百科事典」と称され、世界中のパーティーフリークを熱狂させ続けている。
今回のツアーでは、各会場ごとに趣向を凝らした拘りのラインナップが組まれており、彼が紡ぐ最新のグルーヴと各地のローカルシーンがどう共鳴するのかも見どころ。この貴重な機会、ぜひ最寄りの会場に足を運んでみてほしい。
Kenny “DOPE” Gonzalez—the legendary DJ and producer of the hip-hop and house scenes, and one-half of the iconic duo “Masters At Work” alongside Louie Vega—is finally returning to Japan. This marks his long-awaited first solo tour in nine years, since his last visit in 2017.
A four-time Grammy nominee, Kenny Dope is often hailed as a “living encyclopedia of beats”. With an extraordinary musical ear and unmatched technical skill, he seamlessly weaves through hip-hop, house, jazz, and funk, a signature style that continues to captivate party-goers across the globe.
This tour features a meticulously curated lineup for each venue. A major highlight will be seeing how his latest grooves resonate with the unique energy of Japan’s local scenes. Do not miss this rare opportunity to witness a true master at work—be sure to catch him at a venue near you.
・2nd(Sat) May 2026 10PM
VENUE:MAGO (Nagoya-Shi, Aichi)
LINE-UP:Kenny Dope, DJ DOPEMAN, DJ RYOW, HAZU, HIROYUKI KATO, LOKU, SONIC WEAPON, WK, YANOMIX
ENTRANCE:DOOR 5,000YEN | ADV 4,000YEN
・3rd(Sun) May 2026 10PM
VENUE:JOULE (Osaka-shi, Osaka)
LINE-UP:Kenny Dope, DJ Kensei, DJ YOKU, Cazi & MUSASHI
ENTRANCE:DOOR 5,500YEN | ADV 4,500YEN | U-23 3,500YEN
・5th(Tue) May 2026 10PM
VENUE:Kieth Flack (Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka)
LINE-UP:Kenny Dope, THA BLUE HERB, MANTIS x ELIAS x MAHINA APPLE, MASUO, 直線, 3104st
ENTRANCE:DOOR 7,000YEN | ADV 6,000YEN
・8th(Fri) May 2026 9PM
VENUE:WORLD (Kyoto-shi, Kyoto)
LINE-UP:Kenny Dope, DJ YOKU, KEITA IMAYUKI, TAUSHI MIYOSHI, coolsurf, k.fukazawa, TERU
ENTRANCE:DOOR 4,000YEN | ADV 3,500YEN
・9th(Sat) May 2026 11:30PM
VENUE:MIDNIGHT EAST (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
LINE-UP:Kenny Dope, TBA
ENTRANCE:DOOR 6,000YEN | ADV 5,000YEN | U-25 4,000YEN
・10th(Sun) May 2026
VENUE:Precious Hall (Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido)
LINE-UP:Kenny Dope, TBA
ENTRANCE:TBA
グラミー賞に4度ノミネートされたDJ/プロデューサー、KENNY “DOPE” GONZALEZは、ダンスミュージック史において最も影響力のあるアーティストの一人である。ルイ・ヴェガとの伝説的デュオMasters At Workの一員として、ハウス、ヒップホップ、ラテン、ジャズ、ソウルを横断する革新的なサウンドを生み出し、ビョーク、ジャネット・ジャクソン、ダフト・パンク、ルーサー・ヴァンドロスら数多くのアーティストのプロダクションやリミックスを手がけてきた。ソロ名義ではThe Bucketheadsとして発表した「The Bomb! (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind)」が世界的ヒットを記録。さらにケブ・ダージと共に設立したKay-Dee Recordsや、自身のレーベルDopewaxを通じてレ ア・ファンクの再発や新たな音楽の発掘にも尽力している。近年はMasters At Workとしてブライアン・ジャクソンのアルバム『Now More Than Ever』のプロデュースも手がけ、世代を超えたコラボレーションを展開。豊富な音楽知識と卓越したビート感覚を武器に、45sからハウスまで縦横無尽に紡ぐDJプレイは世界中のフロアを魅了し続けている。
Four-time Grammy nominee Kenny “DOPE” Gonzalez stands as one of the most influential figures in the history of dance music. As one-half of the legendary duo Masters At Work alongside Louie Vega, he revolutionized the scene with a signature sound that seamlessly blends house, hip-hop, Latin, jazz, and soul. His extensive portfolio includes production and remixes for iconic artists such as Björk, Janet Jackson, Daft Punk, and Luther Vandross. As a solo artist, he achieved global stardom with the hit “The Bomb! (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind)” under his moniker The Bucketheads. Beyond the studio, his commitment to musical discovery is evident through Kay-Dee Records—co-founded with Keb Darge—and his own Dopewax label, both dedicated to unearthing rare funk and pushing new sounds. Recently, his work with Masters At Work producing Brian Jackson’s album Now More Than Ever showcases his ability to bridge musical generations. Armed with a vast knowledge of music and an unparalleled sense of rhythm, Kenny Dope continues to captivate dance floors worldwide, weaving everything from 45s to house into a masterclass of DJing.
IG: @djkennydope
