Festivals The Cure, James Blake, Thom Yorke among first Fuji Rock names

Photo: Carolina Faruolo

Janelle Monáe, Stella Donnelly and Shame are also Japan-bound.

8th February 2019

The first names for this year’s Fuji Rock festival have been announced - with The Cure, James Blake and Thom Yorke among them.

It’s not all certified sad lads, mind, as Janelle Monáe, Stella Donnelly, Shame and Mitski are also among those heading to Japan.

The Chemical Brothers, Sia, Death Cab For Cutie and Toro Y Moi are also included on the bill.

Fuji Rock takes place at Naeba Ski Resort in Yuzawa between 26th and 28th July.

It follows the release of James’ latest album, ‘Friends That Break Your Heart’.

A record that simultaneously expands on his delicate production and sees him fully embrace his singer-songwriter alter ego.

Including his biggest headline show to date at London’s Alexandra Palace.

Lifted from his upcoming album ‘Friends That Break Your Heart’.