Statement and Bio 

Hailing from Japan and Australia, Sumo Dada is a cross-cultural collaboration, incorporating interdisciplinary music genres such as pop-punk, noise / drone, spectralism, minimalism and maximalism, wrapped in an anti-establishment pop music bubble. With a "compelling sound and vocal, solid arrangement and production, and a quirky, cool vibe", their distinctive and original sound emanates from guitar and effect pedals and samples, an electric violin, electric taisho koto and a big double bass. As an adventurous new music duo, Sumo Dada is pursuing local venues to support their experimental, happy and thought-provoking style during the early weeks of March 2026. The set list includes songs from their first self-titled album, released in 2024, plus new creations set to be released this year. Having played live in the Oita Noise Festival and venues across Japan, Sumo Dada first debut their Australian live performances in Sydney and Orange NSW, 2025.

Who 

King Akimbo: (Japan – programmer, guitar, noise, vocals). Apart from working full-time in Tokyo / Fukuoka with his uncle, revered ‘godfather of rock photography’ Masayoshi Sukita, Akimbo (Aki!) is devoted to creating quirky sounds for all occasions. 

Luisa LaChouf: (Australia – electric violin, electric taisho koto, vocals). A classically trained pianist and violinist, Luisa also studied music technology in The Netherlands, as well as film in Sydney and wine in Tuscany. She’s well-travelled, and busy juggling a lot of passions. 

Songwriters /Programmers: King Akimbo (JP), Luisa LaChouf (AUS) 

Line-up (LIVE): 

Guitar / Noise, computer samples, programming, vocals: King Akimbo 

Electric violin, electric taisho koto, vocals: Luisa LaChouf 

Double Bass: Jason Lowe

Closing statement 

Sumo Dada are thrilled about their upcoming performance in Beechworth Victoria and are keen to expand on the tour with shows in Canberra, Melbourne, Wollongong and Sydney. 

Reviews: 

“Love the experimental vibe here from the beat to the vocals and production”. (Curator / Pro). 

“Devo / Deer Hoof / The Ramones in space droll observational theatre’ (Clayton Thomas – musician, concert organiser) 

On ‘Clown Robot’: “It's an interesting track and doesn't have a dull moment!” (AAA Backstage) 

On ‘Clown Robot’: “It’s a great tune with a compelling sound & vocal, solid arrangement & production, & quirky cool vibe.” (Nathan Kaye – Award-winning Music Professional) 

“Bowie and The Ramones’ hybrid lovechild having a tantrum in the 23rd century” (Random audience member) 

Catch Sumo Dada on 6 March 2026 at The Old Beechworth Goal for Beechworth Biennale Welcome Party. This is a show not to miss.