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Posted by simplymissj0 pt Friday, May 4, 2012

SOPHIA wraps up nationwide tour

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On May 4th, popular rock band �SOPHIA� wrapped up their 2-year nationwide tour with a concert at the Shibuya Public Hall in Tokyo.

In March of 2010, member Miyako Keiichi (40) announced that he had lymphoma.� In April of the same year, the group stopped all activities and in November 2010, it became apparent that Miyako�s lymphoma was headed towards remission.� In June of 2011, the group restarted all activities.

May 4th was the final day of the 2 day Tokyo performance for the group and the group sang 19 of their songs, including the song �Machi� for their 2000 fans in attendance.� Vocalist Matsuoka Mitsuru expressed his gratitude with �2 years ago, we found out that Miyako was sick and I did not even dream that we could successfully complete a nationwide tour like this one.� We can only hold performances like this one because of fans like you.� I think it would be great for all of our fans if SOPHIA becomes a source of youthful energy and exudes a welcoming warmth.� With that said, we plan on releasing a new single at the end of summer and we would be happy if everyone could listen to it.�

Miyako expressed full gratitude with �I have caused everyone to worry. For that, I am sorry. For my return to the stage, however, I am truly thankful for the great days like today that everyone has created. Therefore, I cannot lose. I think that everyone has a lot to do, so I want everyone to do their best. I am truly grateful for [my experience here] today.

Source: News24

  1. SOPHIA
  2. MATSUOKA-MITSURU
  3. MIYAKO-KEIICHI
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