Ep. 19: Ryusuke kidnapped by Sykes meets bluesman John Lee Davis and survives jam session
Aired on February 10, 2005
Sykes kidnaps Ryusuke, Beck, and Lucille to meet bluesman John Lee Davis, who seeks the thief of Lucille. Ryusuke, a fan of Davis, performs a jam session that impresses his idol, leading Davis to spare Ryusuke’s life despite Sykes’ initial intent to kill him. Four days after the abduction, Ryusuke is returned to Taira and Chiba severely beaten but alive, while Sykes retains custody of Beck and Prudence. Meanwhile, Koyuki and Saku, who were managing the fishing pond, are visited by Kazuo Sato, a manager of the Greatful Sound Festival. Sato is thrilled to meet Koyuki after watching his performance in the Dying Breed’s tour movie. Later, Koyuki and Maho appear on the silver screen, showcasing their musical talents to a wider audience.
Episodes
- 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
- Ep. 23 · The Greatful Sound festival features Belle Ame, Malcolm, and Beck competing on separate stages.