Alt-pop act The Japanese House has steadily crafted an emotionally affecting and compelling body of work in recent years that’s drawn the attention of both critics and loyal audiences alike and with their recent record In The End It Always Does, they’ve reached a new level of artistry. After making an appearance at Jack Antonoff’s Shadow of The City Festival at the Stone Pony Shadowstage, The Japanese House made a triumphant return to the Asbury lanes for an intimate yet no less captivating show. With their mix of emotional songwriting and vibrant and sleek styles ranging from synth-pop to indie, there was no shortage of musically compelling moments throughout their set and vocalist Amber Mary Bain truly crafted a genuine connection with her fans which was engrossing to watch. Her on stage chemistry with her band was utterly seamless and the setlist shifted from uptempo numbers to more mellower and introspective songs with tremendous ease and style. while their set was straightforward in nature, The Japanese House managed to craft an emotionally rich and inclusive show full of moments of intimacy, energy and joy. Bain’s stage presence was full of sincerity and warmth and her candid honesty during and in-between songs was refreshing and enhanced the depth of her material effectively.

Despite the short duration of their set, The Japanese House managed to instill a variety of emotions and sounds into their performance and delivered a truly unique and immersive live experience in the process. It can be challenging at times for a live show to rest on the strength of the songs itself but in the case of The Japanese House, their songwriting and pride in their material shined through and left a notable impression on the audience. Overall, The Japanese House have established themselves as a noteworthy talent whose growth and range are continually impressive to watch and will no doubt continue to be a fascinating act to watch as their career evolves. For more announcements and information regarding The Japanese House be sure to follow them on all social media and streaming platforms!