From the beginning, rock act Muddy Apes set a lofty goal for themselves.
"Before we even named our band, we decided we wanted to play at Fuji Rock," says bassist Taka Hirose. "It was our aim from the very start."
Other groups have formed with similar ambitions. But unlike most bands, Muddy Apes are achieving their goal quickly. Having played only a handful of gigs to date, they'll appear on Fuji Rock's Red Marquee stage on July 28. Their inclusion at the event can be attributed mainly to their membership.