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F.O.D.is the name of one of the hottest bands in Okinawa. They are the weekly house band for the famous Club Fujiyama, right outside Kadena’s Gate 2.
Fronted by Rob Emerson, guitar hero extraordinaire, F.O.D. is a powerhouse trio of solid metal rockers. F.O.D. rocks on a regular basis every Friday and Saturday night from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. as well as the occasional 3-day weekend, holidays and other special occasions such as the renowned Fuji-Fests. Other members of the band include Ka-chyan on bass and Daisuke on drums.
The primary influences for F.O.D.’s live stage include metal bands such as Lamb of God, Godsmack, Kill Switch Engage as well as Metallica and Megadeth. They perform original songs written by band leader Emerson.
Emerson is a former U.S. Marine who decided to stick around Japan and ply his musical trade. The wildman has 30-plus years of rock guitar experience involving various bands in Japan. Emerson was influenced by guitar heroes such as Jimi Hendrix, Steve Vai and Joe Satriani.
The hand is enjoying life and has no plans to relocate or change venues, making Club Fuji’s always a good bet. F.O.D. is also working on a CD of their original music hoping to release it soon. You can find more info at
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