Last October, Subtropical Asia was invited by Dafu Records to make a documentary about the legendary Damo Suzuki, former singer of krautrock band Can, and his first ever China tour. We realized that we weren't only making a documentary related to the tour, but also telling the personal philosophy and lifestyle of Damo Suzuki, a cosmopolitan which has traveled 50 years around the world. In a larger sense, it’s a documentary about new beginnings, creative independence and the magic of being in the present.


On April 14th, we will be screening the world premiere of 'Journey: Improvised - Damo Suzuki's China Tour And Beyond'. Following the screening and a Q&A, there will be performances from an eclectic group of artists including Viola Yip, a New York-based experimental composer, performer, sound artist and instrument builder; Emily a choreographer, and contemporary dance improviser ; and guitar demi-god Li Jianhong, whose drone-heavy, gut-wailing brand of guitar noise has to be seen.