Ep. 18: Leon Sykes visits Tokyo and confronts Ryusuke at his home by the fishing pond.
Aired on February 3, 2005
Koyuki discusses his band with his boss, after which Saku joins him at Saito's swimming practice. Beck earns a spot in the Marquee's evening show as Hitode's support act, thanks to the manager's appreciation of Koyuki's vocals. Meanwhile, Maho meets with record company executives. Ryusuke receives the American version of the band's record and becomes deeply dissatisfied with the cover art, which depicts him playing Lucille, aware of the negative consequences this image will cause. Leon Sykes arrives in Tokyo and immediately seeks out Ryusuke, cornering him at his own house near the fishing pond.
Episodes
- Ep. 14 · Mitty presents the Beck logo design while Koyuki suffers a high fever and dreams of a concert.
- Ep. 15 · Koyuki struggles with exams while rumors about Momoko and school changes unfold.
- Ep. 16 · Gordie confronts Eddie over stolen items while Beck catches a record agent's attention
- Ep. 17 · Ryusuke pursues American release while Koyuki discovers Hiromi's connection to Momoko
- Ep. 18 · Leon Sykes visits Tokyo and confronts Ryusuke at his home by the fishing pond.
- Ep. 19 · Ryusuke kidnapped by Sykes meets bluesman John Lee Davis and survives jam session
- Ep. 20 · Band members discuss Greatful Sound while Ryusuke plans to recruit Beck and Sykes for the event.
- Ep. 21 · Ryusuke proposes new songs while Koyuki creates a melody that inspires the band's next move
- Ep. 22 · Band prepares lyrics and faces stage challenges at the Greatful Sound Festival