Thanks to our old friend, Bobby — of Joypop fame — for resurfacing with this great news for San Jose residents, and Fanime attendees alike.

JapanFiles.com, purveyors of quality rock and roll and Japanese lessons, have announced Musicfest 2006 which will feature legendary Guitar Vader, along with the following list of Japanese indies bands:

• Swinging Popsicle
• Goofy Style
• Miami
• Poplar
• Up Hold

The event will occur during the aforementioned Fanime convention, on what I hear you Amerikajin call Memorial Day Weekend (May 26 - 29, 2006). Admission is included in your convention pass.