Japanese Cowboy – A Tribute to the Wonderful World of Ween

When

Saturday November 15, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Where

1000 Kenmore Blvd
Akron, OH 44314, USA

Japanese Cowboy is an acoustic tribute to the weird, wonderful world of Ween, reimagined through the stripped-down intimacy of two voices, two instruments, and a shared reverence for the Boognish. The duo — Andi and Tim — formed the project out of a late-night jam session that started with “voodoo lady” and spiraled into a full-blown passion for interpreting Ween’s vast catalog in an entirely new light.

Armed with acoustic guitars, harmonies, and a healthy dose of irreverent humor, Japanese Cowboy brings the spirit of Ween to coffeehouses, breweries, and backyard stages, swapping distortion for dynamics and letting the songs’ strange beauty shine through. Their performances balance heartfelt musicianship with tongue-in-cheek charm — transforming cult classics like “The Mollusk,” “Roses Are Free,” and “Piss Up a Rope” into warm, unplugged sing-alongs.

The name Japanese Cowboy pays homage to one of Ween’s most genre-bending moments — a nod to the duo’s appreciation for the band’s fearless experimentation and emotional honesty hidden beneath the absurdity.

Whether you’re a lifelong Ween devotee or a newcomer drawn in by their acoustic reinterpretations, Japanese Cowboy promises a show that’s equal parts nostalgia, comedy, and genuine musical craftsmanship
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