Nobuo Yagi is a distinguished Japanese harmonica virtuoso, renowned for his dynamic performances and contributions to both studio recordings and live music scenes. In 1980, he founded the Curtis Creek Band, releasing four albums between 1981 and 1984. As a sought-after session musician, Yagi has featured on over 1,000 albums, collaborating with prominent artists such as Southern All Stars, Seiko Matsuda, and Yumi Matsutoya. Since 1990, he has been an original member of the Roppongi Swamp Band, delivering New Orleans funk music across Japan. Yagi's enduring passion and versatility have solidified his status as a pivotal figure in Japan's music industry. ([deep-dive.jp](https://deep-dive.jp/en/t/14123/keyword/13886?utm_source=openai))