Watch: Vulfpeck’s Unforgettable Fuji Rock ’25 Set, Featuring Joe Dart’s Bass Mastery

Vulfpeck’s full set from Fuji Rock Festival 2025 just dropped on YouTube, and it’s one for the books. The band locked into a deep groove early and kept the momentum all the way through. But it was the encore that stole the show. It wasn’t on the schedule. The band had left the stage. The crowd wasn’t having it. The energy pulled them back for one more round.

Joe Dart was in the driver’s seat from the first note, wielding his signature Music Man bass, most of which is done on the Sterling line with his usual mix of precision and feel. The playing was clean, funky, and right in the pocket. There’s a clear Pino influence in the phrasing, but it’s unmistakably Dart. Tasteful fills, tight articulation, and an unshakable groove.

Fans lit up across Reddit and social media as soon as the video went live. Some are calling it the best live set Vulfpeck has ever released. Others are passing around timestamps to break down their favorite Dart moments. The chemistry on stage is undeniable, and the crowd response is a reminder of what makes live music unforgettable.

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