Yesterday, I had the absolute pleasure of seeing NILE RODGERS & CHIC and EARTH, WIND & FIRE live at Pia Arena MM!
It was the biggest concert I’ve ever been to—looked like around 12,000 people in the crowd!
NILE RODGERS & CHIC played a killer setlist, including classics like "Good Times" and "Let's Dance," plus "Like a Virgin" (which Nile produced for Madonna) and "Get Lucky," his collab with Daft Punk. Every single song hit the spot.
At 72 years old, Nile still plays like the coolest guy on the planet—he must have shouted “YOKOHAMA!” at least 20 times (lol)!
After a short intermission, it was time for EARTH, WIND & FIRE to take the stage.
They kicked things off with "Shining Star," followed by funky, feel-good tracks like "Let Your Feelings Show" and "System of Survival." The energy in the arena was electric!
They also played a cover of the Beatles’ "Got to Get You Into My Life," which I used to listen to on repeat—so that made me really happy.
The second half of the set was absolutely fire with "Fantasy," "Boogie Wonderland," "Let's Groove," and of course "September."
Hearing those timeless hits performed live was such a joy—I felt incredibly lucky.
Thanks to a backstage pass, I got to reunite with Serg and Moriss for the first time in eight years after the show!
We caught up on old times, and it added yet another special memory to the night.
I really hope we get to see each other again soon.
The whole experience was just on another level—it blew me away.
But more than anything, it inspired me to keep working hard and enjoying the journey, step by step.
Last but not least, huge thanks to Serg & Moriss for hooking me up with the ticket, and to Mizuguchi-san from Albatross Guitar Works for inviting me.
It was truly an unforgettable experience. Thank you so much!
