Involved in the arts scene in Japan for over fifteen years, Cal Lyall has organized large-scale performances involving both Japanese and overseas artists, while also remaining a key member of a number of musical groups which have toured both locally and internationally. His musical activities are documented on over 30 albums he has both produced (including three full-length compilations released on medama records in Japan) and contributed to as a writer or musician. As a curator, he established the monthly Test Tone concert series in 2005 at Tokyo's SuperDeluxe. With an active performance schedule in Japan and past tours through Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, China, Korea, Australia and the U.S., he also heads up the Subvalent record label and oversees the Tokyo Hub of Jolt Sonic Arts (Australia).
Cal Lyall on the Ftarri, Hitorri, Meenna, and Improvised Music from Japan labels