PUFFY – 30th Anniversary: New Release!

PUFFY – 30th Anniversary will be released on 13 May 2026 as a pastel blue vinyl LP with “PUFFY Newspaper,” originally created for listeners of FM Yokohama’s “Muri Mondai NIGHT” including Go Baby Power Now, the English-language version of Onna Machin Gan, by Jon Spencer, originally released on Splurge in 2006.

Info (English translation):

“Side A features smash hits that are essential for live performances, including “Asia no Junshin” and “Nagisa ni Natawaru Etcetera” (lyrics by Inoue Yosui, music and arrangement by Okuda Tamio), as well as “Kore ga Watashi no Ikiru Michi,” “MOTHER,” “Boogie Woogie No. 5.” (lyrics and music by Okuda Tamio), and “Ai no Shirushi” (signs of love) (lyrics and music by Kusano Masamune).
Side B features 12 tracks, including “Hi Hi” (lyrics and music by Andy Sturmer), the theme song for the anime “Hi Hi PUFFY AMIYUMI” that sparked their US breakthrough, as well as “Kuchibiru Motion” (lyrics and music by Yoshii Kazuya), “Dare ga Dare ka” (lyrics and music by Chiba Yusuke), “All Because Of You” (lyrics and music by Butch Walker/Avril Lavigne), “Bye Bye” (lyrics and music by Shimura Masahiko), and “Go Baby Power Now” (lyrics and music by Jon Spencer).

The booklet includes a revival of the “PUFFY Newspaper,” created for listeners of FM Yokohama’s “Muri Mondai NIGHT,” a regular radio program PUFFY hosted before their debut, with newly hand-drawn illustrations by the members!

The jacket features a key visual created by Yuko Higuchi to mark the 30th anniversary,
and the release is a limited edition pastel blue vinyl. Pre-orders will begin in shops from Tuesday, January 20th!

[Product Information]
PUFFY “30th Anniversary” (Vinyl)
Release Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Price: ¥5,000 (tax included)
Product Number: MHJL-479
Specifications: Limited Edition, 33 1/3 RPM, Colored Vinyl (Pastel Blue)
The booklet includes a revival of the “PUFFY Newspaper,” originally created for listeners of FM Yokohama’s “Muri Mondai NIGHT,” a regular radio program hosted by PUFFY before their debut, featuring newly hand-drawn illustrations by the members!
Released by: Sony Music Labels Inc.
Pre-order here: https://lgp.lnk.to/PUFFY_30th_Vinyl”

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Jon Spencer – The Wilbur, Boston, MA: Review / Photos

Jon Spencer – The Wilbur, Boston, MA (21 December 2025).

“It’s not a hill I’m ready to die on, but I’d mount a vigorous defense that 1994’s Orange from the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion is his acme (er, sorry for that kinda terrible pun). It was nice to hear the songs “Sweat” and “Full Grown” from that record, with the added twist of Kendall Wind’s bass taking over Judah Bauer’s guitar parts. These are not the blues songs that lawyers with $7000 guitars play, but Spencer will offer them a whiff of his pant leg anytime.”

FULL REVIEW / PHOTO GALLERY: https://medium.com/culture-beat/samantha-fish-brings-an-old-fashioned-blues-revue-to-boston-7d38802034ae

Live Photo: Tim Bugbee (https://www.instagram.com/tinnitus_photo/)

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Jon Spencer – The Palladium, Carmel, IN: Review

Jon Spencer set at The Palladium, Carmel, IN, US with Samantha Fish and Cedric Burnside on 10 December 2025.

“Opening the evening, Jon Spencer brought a feral, art-punk energy that served as a thrilling pivot between Burnside’s roots and Fish’s contemporary blues-rock. His set was both chaotic and meticulously controlled, blending distorted guitar textures with playful stage charisma. The band’s loose, feedback-driven approach injected a punk-infused momentum that stirred the crowd and kept the energy elevated. Spencer’s performance was not simply a warmup but a full-fledged artistic statement, showcasing his long legacy in pushing blues and rock boundaries.” Dawne (Pix) Meyers

Link: https://digitalbeatmag.com/shake-em-on-down-tour-delivers-raw-blues-power/

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Jon Spencer – House of Blues, Chicago: Photos / Review

Jon Spencer set at House of Blues, Chicago, IL, US with Samantha Fish and Cedric Burnside on 7 December 2025.

Jon / Kendall / Spider Show #149

“First came Jon Spencer, yes, that Jon Spencer of the Blues Explosions, the genre-melting icon whose name alone still evokes sweat-stained basement clubs, punk swagger, smashed microphones (of which he actually sells at his merch booth, and fuzz-burned amps. Spencer delivered a performance part performance-art, part sonic riot, slashing riffs like he was painting the walls with feedback. It was wild, unexpected, and a perfect chaotic preamble.

Spencer is touring with new musicians playing tracks from across his legacy including Boss Hog, Pussy Galore and Jon Spencer’s Blues Explosion. The current three-piece is comprised of bassist Kendall Wind and drummer Macky Spider Bowman and they were nothing but eclectic and energetic.” – beintheloopchicago.com

Review: bhttps://beintheloopchicago.com/?p=64222

Photo Gallery: James Currie https://beintheloopchicago.com/?p=64181

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Jon Spencer- NEW SHOWS ADDED: Columbus / Asheville / Morgantown / Akron / New Jersey

Jon Spencer – Current Tour Dates

Photo: Samantha Fish, Cedric Burnside and Jon Spencer @ Turner Hall, Milwaukee, WI, US (5 December 2025) by EmCreatesMedia

FORTHCOMING TOUR DATES:

DATE VENUE CITY COUNTRY INFO
2025.12.04 Frankie’s Toledo, OH US Info / Poster
2025.12.05 Turner Hall (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Milwaukee, WI US Info / Poster
2025.12.06 Barrymore Theatre Madison, WI US Info / Poster
2025.12.07 House of Blues Chicago, IL US Info / Poster
2025.12.08 Off Broadway St. Louis, MO US Info / Poster
2025.12.09 Rose Bowl Tavern Urbana, Il US Info / Poster
2025.12.10 The Palladium (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Carmel, IN US Info / Poster
2025.12.11 The Clyde Theatre (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Fort Wayne, IN US Info / Poster
2025.12.12 Robins Theatre (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Warren, OH US Info / Poster
2025.12.13 Ludlow Garage (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Cincinnati, OH US Info / Poster
2025.12.14 Royal Oak Music Theatre (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Detroit, MI US Info / Poster
2025.12.16 Temple Civic Center (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Rochester, NY US Info / Poster
2025.12.17 Infinity Hall (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Hartford, CT US Info / Poster
2025.12.18 XL Live (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Harrisburg, PA US Info / Poster
2025.12.19 Keswick Theatre (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Glenside, PA US Info / Poster
2025.12.20 Brooklyn Bowl (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Brooklyn, NY US Info / Poster
2025.12.21 The Wilbur (Shake ’em On Down Tour) Boston, MA US Info / Poster
2026.01.21 The Ottobar Baltimore, MD US Info / Poster
2026.01.22 The Southern Charlottesville, VA US Info
2026.01.24 The Garden Club Atlanta, GA US Info / Poster
2026.01.25 The Saturn Birmingham, AL US Info / Poster
2026.05.26 Grey Eagle Asheville, NC UK Info / Poster
2026.01.28 Rumba Cafe Columbus, OH US Info / Poster
2026.01.29 Musica Akron, OH US Info / Poster
2026.01.30 123 Pleasant Street Morgantown, WV US Info / Poster
2026.01.31 Bond Street Basement Asbury Park, NJ US Info / Poster
2026.05.28 Red Rooster Festival Suffolk UK Info / Poster
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