Synopsis

In a conversation with a magazine devoted to all things Japan, Peter Barakan sits down with Marty Friedman, the celebrated guitarist from the United States. A mainstay of a prominent heavy metal band, Friedman traversed the globe on tour. Yet, a profound affection for Japanese music ultimately drew him to Tokyo. He subsequently collaborated with leading J-pop artists and, in 2016, was appointed an official ambassador for Japan Heritage. Friedman recounts his remarkable path, offering insights in