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ANRI bringing City Pop vibes back to the U.S. in May of 2026

(Cover photo credit: ANRI official Instagram account)

Internationally renowned singer, songwriter, and producer ANRI celebrates more than four deacdes of musical excellence, honoring a career that continues to define and inspire. Rising to prominence as one of the leading voices of Japan’s City Pop movement in the 1980s, Anri helped shape the genre’s signature blend of refined melodies, smooth rhythms, and urban sophistication - an aesthetic that has since become a global cultural phenomenon.

In recent years, ANRI’s music has found renewed appreciation among younger audiences worldwide. Her timeless sound, characterized by emotional warmth and effortless style, resonates deeply with a new generation discovering the genre’s nostalgic yet modern appeal.

ANRI will return to the U.S. to perform live in May of 2026 as part of Live Nation’s City Pop Waves concert series. ANRI’s 2023 appearance in Los Angeles drew a phenomenal crowd of ecstatic fans - be sure to secure tickets during the presale and general sale starting on Friday, October 30th and Saturday, October 31st, respectively.

(Image credit: Live Nation official Facebook account)