Johnny Battistini had gone to Japan once as a replacement drummer for a metal band past its prime ... a one-shot gig that he had talked about for years afterward. At the time, Theo had been frustrated by Johnny's inability to describe Tokyo and why it had made such an impression on him. Although he spoke about it frequently ... he could never explain his fascination more clearly than: 'It was just ... weird. It's like a regular city, but then it's all different and shit. But to them it's not different. And that's the really weird part!
Johnny Battistini had a memorable experience in Japan, stepping in as a drummer for a struggling metal band. This temporary gig left a lasting impression on him, and he often reminisced about it. However, his friend Theo found it challenging to understand why Tokyo fascinated Johnny so deeply since he struggled to articulate his feelings about the city.
Despite talking about Tokyo frequently, Johnny could only describe it as "weird," highlighting the contrast between familiarity and the city's unique aspects. He noted that while it seemed strange to him, it was a regular place for the locals, which added to the charm and oddity of his experience.
