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AREINT
Japanese pop and rock band AREINT
Vocalist Sakura's powerful vocals, combined with the powerful, youthful, and unique bassist SEIYA and drummer SHO, create a catchy yet familiar rock sound that is uniquely AREINT.
Their song "Remember Me" was chosen as the opening theme for "KBC Radio Hawks Live 2024."
On the radio, she shares valuable stories that can only be heard here, such as the process of writing English lyrics and the thoughts behind her new song "ONLY ONE." Sakura's personality is revealed through this real talk.
MC TATAMI
Tatami maker rapper
The fourth-generation successor of Tokuda Tatami Fusuma Co., Ltd.
In order to preserve tatami culture for the next generation,
he focuses on both the tangible and the intangible, and is active in a wide range of fields, including rap and art, which are different from traditional tatami craftsmen.
He began his career in 2011 and discovered the appeal and challenges of tatami through the tatami song "Aisare Tatami (2012)." He resolved to become a singing tatami craftsman and boost the tatami industry.
In 2013, he began training to take over the family business, Tokuda Tatami Fusuma,
and obtained the national qualification of Level 1 Tatami Craftsman.
He has released music under the pseudonym "Tatami Maker Rapper MC TATAMI"!
His signature songs "T.A.T.A.M.I (2020 version)" and "Party on Tatami" are available on Apple Music, Spotify, and more!
In 2019, when he presented solutions to the challenges facing the tatami industry to Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, he personally praised him, saying, "The decline in tatami mats is truly unfortunate. Your revival efforts are a wonderful thing. I hope you continue to work hard."
He will be enrolled in the Spatial Design Course at the Kyoto University of the Arts' Correspondence Course in 2023.
He is currently studying research and issues surrounding Japanese-style rooms, as well as regional design.
Sho Yokokawa
singer
The Wakayama Nanryo High School school song, created by Yokokawa Sho, INFINITY16, and WARSAN, has become a hot topic.
A singer based in Nagasaki, Yokokawa Sho's live performances are popular with people of all ages,
and he's a unique artist who captivates audiences with his emotional expressions, lyrics about his life and love,
and pointless talk (lol).
Watch Yokokawa Sho's radio show here to hear him talk about his personality and way of thinking:
Megumi Setoguchi
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter originally from Nagasaki and currently living in Fukuoka.
He is the chorus member of Velvet Peach Seven.
In addition to performing live across the country, his diverse activities include writing music, supporting performances, teaching, and holding workshops.
He has released four original albums to date, including songs used in commercials.
Currently, the song he wrote for a JR Kyushu commercial is being aired on TV, online, and at JR stations throughout Kyushu.
He is also working on a new album.
Stillness and movement. Light and shadow. His delicate yet dynamic sound colorfully paints a variety of emotional scenes.
Airena Sakamoto
Artists and talents
She debuted as a member of HKT48's third generation in November 2013.
In 2017, she was selected as a member of HKT48's 10th single, "Kiss wa Matsu Shikanaka desu ka?" (I Have to Wait for a Kiss).
In 2021, she was selected as a member of HKT48's 14th single, "Kimi to Doko ni Ikitai" (I Want to Go Somewhere with You).
She graduated from HKT48 in April 2025 to focus on her freelance and artist career.
She released her first single, "ESPOIR," the official theme song for Tour de Kyushu 2025, on July 2, 2025.
For her second single, "YUMEIRO," she wrote lyrics for the first time, expressing the meaningful meaning behind her decision to graduate while still a member of the group.
hyakki
バンド
・福岡を拠点に活動する3ピースロックバンドhyakki（ヒャッキ）
└ボーカルギター：サイトウアツユキ、ベース：ヒラエ、ドラム：ゆうあ
・バンドはサイトウが高校生の時に前身を結成し、2022年5月に初ライブ。
・メンバーの加入経 緯
└ベースのヒラエは、大学時代に先輩の紹介でサポートを開始し、後に正式加入。
└ドラムのゆうあは、前サポートドラマーの紹介で2025年3月からサポートを開始し、同年12月に正式加入した。
・楽曲制作は、主にサイトウが骨組みを作り、スタジオで全員で仕上げるスタイルで、ライブ映えを意識している。
・今後の目標
└主要都市のサーキットフェスの常連になること。
└福岡のフェス「トライアングル」でトリを務めること。
└シングルやEPのリリース、MV制作を精力的に行うこと。
・ライブ活動は福岡に加え、大阪や名古屋などへも積極的に遠征している。
Maedario
musician
A singer-songwriter/guitarist/composer from Kitakyushu City.
Having been familiar with music and guitar since childhood, he began his solo career in earnest in 2022.
He performs mainly at live houses and on the streets, using a completely DIY style in which he composes songs, performs live, and produces videos himself, and his genre-defying modern alternative rock is his weapon.
His live performances have garnered praise for the power of his band playing and incorporating jam sessions.
In addition to his own work, he is also active in a variety of fields in the music industry, composing and arranging songs for other artists, playing guitar, and working as a guitar instructor and recording engineer.
CO2
singer-songwriter
A female singer-songwriter from Kyushu.
Born into a musical family, she grew up writing lyrics and composing music. She currently divides her time between Kyushu and Tokyo.
In 2014, she began working under the name "CO2," creating music themed around the "important things" that we tend to forget and overlook in our daily lives.
She has released her first album, "CO2" (2020), her first single, "Mizumen - Band Ver. -" (2022), and her long-awaited new single, "sea," is scheduled for release on February 22, 2023.
She performs in a variety of styles, including acoustic, band, and piano duo, and in 2022, she participated in Rina Katahira's Kansha Junrei Tour, leaving a lasting impression on audiences.
She also contributed to the composition of "Cheese," a song performed at Kaela Kimura's 20th anniversary concert.
KAWAKAMI
guitarist
After graduating from music school, he began performing primarily as a solo guitarist. He also worked as a lecturer at a vocational school and released his first album, "Red Mountain," in 2009. He has previously won prizes in guitar contests organized by national magazines. In 2020, he won first place in the original category at the solo guitar competition "WAGF" held in China. He received high praise from judges Sönke Meinen and Xuefei Yang, and especially from Pierre Bensusan, who recognized his originality.
He collaborates with artists from various genres and has composed and performed in projects organized by the Fukuoka City Arts Foundation.
In 2019, he released his second album, "Loquat."
nacil
singer-songwriter
Born July 7th in Okinawa Prefecture. Singer-songwriter, radio personality, and host. Made her major debut in 2012 on Yoshimoto R&C with "Kimi to Iu Na no Mirai" (The Future Called You), a song produced by BEGIN's Yu Shimabukuro.
・ROK Radio Okinawa "Nasil Toyosa no Shimanchuchi Chikara" (The Power of Islands) every Sunday at 11 PM (since 2012).
・Wrote lyrics for Hey! Say! JUMP's "Deep Night Kimi Omou" (I Think of You).
Ayaka
singer
Originally from Yukuhashi City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
She began performing live shows in earnest in the spring of 2015, mainly in Kitakyushu.
She is currently active as a pop singer in bars, live cafes, and events throughout Fukuoka Prefecture.
She is the official ambassador for the castle town of Kokura.
Her original song, "Tomorrow days," has been used in a TV commercial for Baiko Gakuin University.
She has expanded her range of activities, singing the national anthem at the opening game of the Kitakyushu Shimonoseki Phoenix and the Japan Professional Baseball Farm Championship.
In 2024, her song "Iza Yuke! ~We will be Winner~" was chosen as the ending theme song for KBC Radio's Hawks broadcast and Hawks Night Game.
Monster Cat's
Girl Group
This girl group formed in Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture. They debuted on August 11, 2019, and released their first EP, "Naked Mind." Their debut performance on the same day drew a 1,000-person audience. Since then, they've released more music while performing at various events, including large-scale festivals like Sunset Live. They'll hold their first solo concert in 2022. In 2024, they'll successfully complete their first Kyushu tour and perform their first live show in the United States. Their 5th anniversary solo concert in December sold out, and they continue to strive for even greater heights. Their current lineup consists of N@nami, YUZUKi, and SION. Their dance and vocal skills, combined with their performances featuring Y2K music, and their duality of idol-like cuteness and girl-group coolness have earned them rave reviews from audiences. They've performed not only in Kyushu, but also in Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Kyoto, and other cities, making them a rising star in the Japanese idol and girl group scene.
Shoko Matono
singer-songwriter
From a young age, she has been active in a variety of genres, including musicals, jazz, and gospel, and made her national debut in 2011.
She has been featured in various media outlets, mainly in her hometown of Fukuoka and Kyushu, and has also been involved in many corporate commercial songs and films.
From 2014 to 2017, she was based in Tokyo, where she was active in a wide range of fields, including composing the song for a Pocari Sweat TV commercial, singing chorus for Naotaro Moriyama on Fuji TV's "MUSIC FAIR," and appearing in rock musicals.
Since 2017, she has returned to Fukuoka, where, in addition to her own work, she is also active in a variety of fields, including radio personality, voice trainer, and vocational school instructor. With a soaring voice and outstanding singing ability, she is a singer-songwriter who will lead the next generation.
ke1ta (Keita)
singer-songwriter
After graduating from high school, she went on to music college.
She began her career as a singer-songwriter at age 21.
She currently performs mainly in Fukuoka, performing on the streets, at live music venues, and on social media.
She regularly posts cover videos and live streams on TikTok and Instagram,
and uploads mostly original songs to YouTube, so be sure to check her out.
Mahina Apple & Mantis
unit
This unit is made up of Mahina Apple, the "Evangelist of Love" vocalist for the dance music band Mahina Apple Band, and Mantis, the beatmaker known as "Oyakofuko Street's Best Kept Secret." Mahina Apple's omnivorous musicality, influenced by live band sounds and house music, combined with Mantis's tracks, which have demonstrated his skills in collaboration with numerous MCs, result in the creation of M&M SOUNDS, which exudes a blend of genres.
In 2019, they released the album "Sign" (CD).
In 2021, they released a 7-inch with the new track "Get FaNNY," which includes a GroovemanSpot remix of "Ai wo Okurerou," a morning dance floor classic from "Sign." Anticipation and excitement for the new album are building.
Both are blood type B and lone wolves.
◆mahina apple (Mahina Apple)
One of Fukuoka's leading singers. She is the vocalist for the dance music band Mahina Apple Band. Influenced by house music, her beautifully flowing live performances, featuring live sounds but with the ability to mix and direct between songs like a club DJ, have attracted attention from the club scene, and she has performed at a variety of parties across genres. Her 2018 release, "ROKU e.p.", has a more pop band sound and has attracted a wide audience. Her message of "love," heavily influenced by dance music and parties, has resonated with many. In addition to performing live, her solo work as Mahina Apple has also been actively involved in production work with beatmakers and singers such as MANTIS (3rd STONE), who are also active in the prefecture and beyond, and who are primarily involved in Oyakofuko. She loves watermelons.
Neon Trip
band
Neon Trip is a four-member rock band based in Fukuoka.
The band changed its name from albatross to Neon Trip in November 2023.
The essence of pop rock is brought to life in their nostalgic songs, sung by vocalist and guitarist Yuma Kamiya. The melodies and lyrics, sometimes gentle and sometimes intense, combined with the diverse musical roots of the band's members, create a wide range of music, and they are active under the banner of "Reiwa Kayo Rock."
Yuya Ito
singer-songwriter
Originally from Yamaguchi Prefecture, Ito Yuya is a singer-songwriter currently active in Fukuoka.
He hopes that listening to his music will help you forget all your daily worries and worries, and inspire you to do your best again tomorrow. He delivers his pop music and unique worldview with that in mind.
[Downloadable Music]
1st Album "Time Capsule" (12 tracks)
Double A-side Single "Spotlight / Kaerimichi" (2 tracks)
Lepp
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter who has been creating numerous original songs since starting her career in 2021, using a cutting-edge composition style that makes full use of PCs and physical machines.
Her mellow sound and original illustrations create a floating worldview that leaves a strong impression.
The music video for her song "I Think of You" has been viewed over 180,000 times.
Ayamasa Hadano
singer
A solo singer from Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Inspired by EXILE member ATSUSHI, he began singing.
After approximately five years of voice training,
he began his singing career under his real name, Hadano Ayamasa.
Last year, in March 2023, he held his first hall concert at the 300-seat Tobata Civic Hall Medium Hall in his hometown of Kitakyushu City, Tobata Ward, and sold out all tickets.
He is currently working towards selling out all 800 tickets for his second solo concert, to be held at the Tobata Civic Hall Large Hall on October 20, 2024.
◉Official Website URL
https://www.ryosukehadano.com
AREINT
band
Japanese pop and rock band AREINT
Vocalist Sakura's powerful vocals, combined with the powerful, youthful, and unique bassist SEIYA and drummer SHO, create a catchy yet familiar rock sound that is uniquely AREINT.
Their song "Remember Me" was chosen as the opening theme for "KBC Radio Hawks Live 2024."
Harlein(HARUREIN)
band
This J-POP band started in April 2019. While each member had experience and was active in bands or support roles, they decided to form a band with new musical goals. CHiKa's clear voice and songs with down-to-earth lyrics set to nostalgic melodies have gained support from a wide range of generations. The members' individual personalities are utilized to support the music, and the sound is gentle and warm.
They currently perform at live music venues and outdoor events, mainly in Fukuoka, and are also active in posting and streaming videos on social media.
Takashi Oda
singer-songwriter
In 2019, Toyota Corolla Fukuoka presented KEY⑩Musi, and they were one of 10 artists selected from approximately 200 applicants, with their song "weekend" being included on 20,000 CDs to be distributed at all Toyota Corolla Fukuoka stores and other locations!
They held successful solo concerts at Daimyo SQUARE GARDEN in Fukuoka City for two consecutive years in 2018 and 2019, attracting over 70 people.
They have also made guest appearances at numerous school festivals in Fukuoka Prefecture, including Fukuoka University, Nakamura Gakuen University, Kitakyushu City University, and Kyushu Kyoritsu University! They have also performed live at live bars, cafes, live houses, and more in Fukuoka City!
Hagaki
Multi-talented
A multi-talented artist originally from Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, currently living in Fukuoka, she is active in a wide range of fields, including singer-songwriter, MC, reporter, model, actor, hairdresser, and songwriter.
After graduating from high school, she began her musical career by performing on the streets in her hometown of Karatsu's underground passages and at Kego Park in Fukuoka. She was then invited to sing at live music venues.
In 2019, she moved to Fukuoka and began her entertainment career full-time.
In February 2021, she made her national CD debut with "Snow Jasmine."
In 2021, she was appointed the "AEON Karatsu PR Ambassador," working as an advertising model, a store promotion reporter, and at events.
In March 2024, she became the "Olive Tea PR Ambassador" for "Daisho," a continuing employment support facility in Karatsu. Collaborative products are currently on sale.
Her original song, "Egao no Soba ni," is currently being used as the theme song for a television commercial for Inoue Shoten's "Shiso Wakame" seaweed from Yamaguchi Prefecture.・He also works as a hairdresser, providing treatments by appointment only at two salons in Tenjin and Karatsu.
Click here for archives of his radio appearances ↓↓
LOT SPiRiTS
band
Formed in August 2020.
Not confined to the framework of an all-girl band, they heat up the entire venue with their power and live performances.
In addition to the straightforward lyrics of guitarist and vocalist Luna Sakamoto, their appeal lies in their powerful singing voice that instantly draws the audience in, and the band sound that brings it out to the fullest.
Akira
singer-songwriter
Based in Fukuoka, he performs acoustic guitar and vocals.
Born into a Christian family, he was exposed to church music and gospel from an early age.
He started playing the guitar during the summer vacation of his second year of junior high school, and also began writing lyrics and composing music.
At the age of 17, he began performing at community centers and cafes, and has now expanded his activities to include live music venues both within and outside the prefecture.
A singer-songwriter known for his powerful voice, which conveys the emotions that we all experience in our lyrics.
INORI
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter based in Fukuoka.
Through music, INORI connects the humble everyday experiences we all share
with her unique voice, lifelike lyrics, and melodies.
As a homely artist who sings and prays for the happiness of many, she hopes to continue creating music that touches people's hearts.
On the radio,
she talks about the creation of her songs, born from her sensibilities and self-transformation, and the real story of running a recording studio in Fukuoka at a young age. Be sure to give it a listen ↓
Pixie Monster
(Pixie Monster)
band
A five-piece alternative rock band from Fukuoka. They began their activities in February 2025 and have been performing mainly at live music venues in Fukuoka Prefecture. With lyrics that sympathize with loneliness and conflict and catchy guitar riffs, they aim to create a sound that will be engraved in the hearts of listeners.
Rintaro Shinohara
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter based in Fukuoka.
His unique chord work, released from a single acoustic guitar, and his delicate voice that floats within that world captivate both listeners and viewers.
His genre-defying music reflects the lifestyle of one man: Shinohara Rintaro.
In July 2021, he won the national grand prize at the "Acopara" event hosted by Shimamura Musical Instruments.
In September 2022, he released his first EP, "Douhoumonai Tenshi-tachi," and performed a solo acoustic concert at public space Yonjigen. The venue was sold out.
His second EP, "Breathing," will be released on February 3, 2023.
His third EP, "Mirai wo Souzou," will be released on September 23, 2024.
RefRise
Vocal Unit
RefRise is a Fukuoka- and Tokyo-based band now in its eighth year since its formation.
Based on the concept of supporting people working hard toward their dreams, they deliver heartfelt messages through songs themed around cheering songs and family love.
They have also written entrance songs for professional baseball teams SoftBank, Hanshin, and Hiroshima Carp,
and in January of this year, they performed a sold-out solo concert at the Fukuoka Central Civic Center.
They are scheduled to perform a solo concert at the Fukuoka Civic Hall on March 10, 2024.
Admission is free for students and younger, and they support children's dreams.
They also support children with disabilities, visiting special needs schools, employment support facilities, and welfare workshops, interacting with them through music.
They are currently on a nationwide tour, visiting Okinawa, Osaka, Nagoya, Tokyo, Miyazaki, and Fukuoka, and are actively performing across the country.
Kogans
band
Formed in 2000, centered around vocalist and songwriter Jinrou.
A rock band that sings in Japanese about the joys, sorrows, anger, happiness, and everyday life.
Despite repeated member changes, the band has never stopped, and this year marks their 25th anniversary. Far from drying up, they are continuing to perform at an even faster pace.
They are currently recording their sixth CD, "Foulground Attraction," including a greatest hits album.
MIZUNI UKIKUSA
band
Formed in May 2017 by the Matsumoto siblings, who were in the rhythm section of the band "Nu Shabonnu" after four years of activity in the band, which disbanded in February 2017.
They began performing live in October of the same year. In 2021, guitarists Yonepito and Nichina joined the band, and the four-piece band began performing together.
They captivate you with their stoic sound.
Teru Nishikawa
singer
A singer who values "being close to people's emotions and carefully delivering songs."
After a variety of musical endeavors, he will begin his solo career in 2024.
He will be performing in the Kanto and Kyushu regions!
His original songs are now available on iTunes and various music streaming sites!
Shiki
band
A female vocal, drumless band from Kumamoto. Formed in 2017 by three members who are active in various bands and solo acoustic performances, the band combines live instruments with a sound source that incorporates a variety of genres, including electronica, shoegaze, city pop, and hip hop. Their melodies, which are both bright and somewhat dark, have a mysterious charm, and their clear vocals create a unique worldview.
Haru
Music producer
During his musical career, he was recognized by Mitsuo Nakajima, the head of production companies such as SEX MACHINEGUNS, and made his debut as a lyricist.
At the same time, he also worked as a fashion magazine model (MEN'S NON-NO, FINEBOYS, CHOKi CHOKi, smart, etc.).
He organized singing events in Tokyo with Key-Z, who composed Tomomi Itano's "Dear J."
He later formed and debuted a J-POP vocal unit.
Their digital releases reached the domestic charts.
He is currently on a hiatus from his artistic activities, and is focused on producing music and training artists.
Natsumi
singer-songwriter
Natsumi is a singer-songwriter based in Fukuoka.
Her mundane daily life was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and she began to pursue her childhood dream of becoming a singer once again.
She actively participated in street performances and events, and in 2023 she achieved her goal of traveling around Japan on the road, and even held a solo concert in a hall.
Itsuka
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter from Fukuoka.
He started writing lyrics at the age of 16, and at 17, influenced by Aimyon, he taught himself guitar.
After graduating from high school, he studied singing and guitar techniques in earnest at ESP Entertainment Fukuoka Music College.
His songs are mainly themed around his thoughts and feelings about life, the world today, and the people around him.
He expresses his feelings simply and directly with his own voice and a guitar.
He is currently active mainly in Fukuoka Prefecture.
Fuka
singer-songwriter
Originally from Hokkaido. After graduating from university, he studied abroad for two years and bought a car, spending three months traveling across Canada and the West Coast of the United States.
While writing lyrics and composing music while traveling, he decided he wanted to pursue music full-time, so after returning to Japan he moved to Fukuoka.
He currently performs street live shows and events, mainly in Fukuoka and Tokyo.
Starting in July 2024, he will travel around Europe for two months, singing and playing guitar.
He is expanding the scope of his activities both domestically and internationally.
He values being a driving force for others and connecting with people through his songs.
A clumsy but life-sized singer-songwriter who sings honestly.
Daizy
singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriter/Lyricist/Video Creator
Daizy has been active in the music industry for approximately six years, from his second year of high school to his fourth year of university,
experienced a wide range of experiences, including songwriting, composing, rapping, live performances, and streaming.
He has also successfully held a solo concert in 2018,
empowering his work with authentic words and emotions.
On July 25, 2025, he will be featured in a song by the music creator team "Grooozy," releasing "Traffic Love."
He plans to fully relaunch his career as an artist, releasing music and an EP on his own.
Watch out for his heartwarming choice of words and his delicate, thrilling voice that captures even the tiniest emotions.
Urata Brothers
musician
An overwhelming presence! Born to be entertainers, Tanushimaru has the ultimate twin unit, the fighting musicians, the Urata Brothers. They formed in 19XX while still in their mother's womb. Their well-trained bodies of steel and captivating voices transcend the human world, making them popular with creatures all over the world, regardless of gender. They have appeared on numerous TV and radio programs. As they themselves have many hobbies,
the music videos they post on YouTube are filled with the things they love.
Hadouken
band
Launched in September 2022, the band was formed by members with extensive careers. Based on the concept of "exciting mix rock," incorporating a variety of genres, including hard rock, metal, loud music, and hip-hop, the band leverages vocalist Haruki's stunning vocals and the equally impressive instrumentalists to perform at live music venues across Japan, as well as large-scale outdoor events like the Saga Balloon Fiesta and Inazuma Rock Festival 2024. Last year, their second-anniversary solo concert at Fukuoka BEAT STATION was a huge success, with a packed crowd. Their first music video, "Ichigeki," has surpassed 40,000 views on YouTube. Declaring themselves "Kyushu's Strongest Rock Band," they are broadcasting from Kyushu to the rest of Japan and the world.
McGrady
band
This Fukuoka-based three-piece fusion band focuses on the various conflicts that arise in everyday life, and writes lyrics themed around "affirming being yourself." Their smoky vocals, inspired by R&B, and the genre-bending performances of members with different backgrounds create a unique groove unlike any other.
aika
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter who continues to sing while touring nationwide, hitchhiking on the streets of Kyushu, wandering through Southeast and South Asia, and walking through all 47 prefectures.
Starting in May 2025, she will be traveling around Japan with her newborn son to train in music!
Her original songs have been used in numerous commercials and have touched the hearts of many.
Her dream is to make people all over the world happy through music and travel!
yuzen
musician
A member of Hifumi, inc., he is a composer, DJ, and track maker. Armed with his own remix tracks, he DJs at parties across the country. His on-stage skills, backed by solid DJ skills, are highly regarded.
He has performed at numerous events, including "EDP lab 2017," "Re:animation12," "Porter Robinson JAPAN tour," and "VIRTUAFREAK @ Shinkiba AGEHA."
In recent years, he has been actively songwriting and remixing. His song "Life Size feat. Tenki Okome," featuring VTuber "Tenki Okome," reached number one on the iTunes electro chart and was also included in the official Spotify playlist.
He has also provided music for "hololive"'s NEGI☆U, and his song "Toyo Repaint," released by holox at the end of 2022, has surpassed 2 million plays, expanding his activities into the mainstream scene.
He is a lecturer in the Music Production Department at Fukuoka School of Music & Dance College.
Kazuhiro Matsushita
bassist
Born in Fukuoka Prefecture, currently living in Fukuoka City.
He began playing the horn at age 12 and the trumpet at age 15. At age 16, he picked up the electric bass when he formed a rock band with friends. At age 18, he enrolled at Fukuoka Communication Arts College. After graduating, he began working as a professional bassist.
He has worked with domestic and international artists in live concerts, school concerts, tours, events, parties, recording, production, school lessons, on-site lessons, and private lessons. He also uploads instructional videos for wind bands to YouTube.
In recent years, he has also worked as a video editor, audio editor, mixing engineer, director, and producer.
His musical tastes span a wide range of genres, including classical rock, pop, J-Pop, Latin, jazz, gospel, R&B, fusion, soul, funk, wind band, enka, and folk music.
He alternates between using the double bass and electric bass to suit the style and song.
He is currently a studio and session musician, primarily based in Fukuoka.
Spino Smile
band
Vocalist: Arahira "Bulldog" Joe
Choir: Mike
Choir: Mikarubi
Formed in 2019, the group is active mainly in Fukuoka Prefecture.
They arrange various genres of music (rock, pop, Showa-era pop, etc.) in a spino-style style. Their catchy melodies and lyrics make you want to sing along, creating a worldview that is both flashy and happy.
At their event, "Moonlight Fever Show," they perform alongside comedians, and have also appeared at dinner shows, outdoor festivals, and radio shows.
On TV, their song "Heart Orchestra" aired on KBC's late-night weather forecast.
They have produced 14 music videos to date. They have also collaborated with idols, dancers, and celebrities, and are currently streaming their music videos on YouTube.
Yasuyuki Takagi
Musician and saxophonist
In 1987, he auditioned for a band at the oldies live house "Hakata Kentos" and began his career as a professional musician at the age of 19.
Since then, he has built a career performing in a variety of genres, including jazz, Latin, and pop, as part of regular bands at dance halls and nightclubs.
Currently, he teaches performance as a Yamaha saxophone instructor to a wide range of age groups, while also performing at various events and live shows, mainly in Fukuoka.
Major performances:
Performs in "The Shake," a band with Checkers leader Toru Takeuchi (gr).
Joint live shows with Latin piano pioneer Ken Morimura (pf).
Performs in his own band, "Latin Amigos."
In addition to appearing at the Nakasu live restaurant "Oldies (formerly Hakata Kentos)," he is active in a variety of live shows and events.
Tropical Fish Tomonochrome
band
The band held their first live concert in March 2022 and has been active mainly in Fukuoka Prefecture. They are actively involved in self-organized projects, tours, and music releases, and will release their second full album, "Monochrome Love Letter," on October 24, 2025. A tour of Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, as well as a solo performance in Fukuoka, are scheduled.
The band's second full album, "Monochrome Love Letter," consists of six singles and ten new songs, plus 16 instrumental versions. It's a confident album that serves as a calling card, with a total of 32 tracks. The theme is "showing the present and evoking the future and past." It's a work that realistically and vividly depicts the final year of one's early twenties. I hope it will resonate with people, be saved, and be enjoyed as if watching a documentary of a single life. That was the feeling I had when I made it.
Miyu Kanou
singer
Originating in Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Inspired by the American TV drama "Hannah Montana," she began self-studying singing and dancing.
At the age of 10, she picked up the guitar and began creating original music. She moved to Tokyo in 2018.
She advanced to the semifinals of the Japan-Korea joint audition program "Trot Girls Japan," held in 2023.
She currently appears regularly on the Korean music program "Japan-Korea Top Ten Show." She travels between Japan and Korea for her activities.
She is scheduled to debut in December 2024 as part of the four-member female unit "sis/T."
Septenger
Music unit
The unit, "Septenger," was formed in September 2023 by four Fukuoka-based singer-songwriters with unique personalities: Yuta Yoshino, Yuta Koga, Haruki, and Riki. The unit's name, "Septenger," comes from the month they formed, "September," and their desire to save the world with music, just like the Super Sentai heroes. The first track, an original song by the four members, "you you you," expresses their individual feelings about music through their individual singing parts. It's a song that could only have been completed by a unit of four singer-songwriters. "you you you" is available on streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify. An album containing seven other original songs, including "you you you," is also available on CD.
In addition, a solo concert will be held on December 22, 2024, to celebrate the first anniversary of the unit's formation.
snooty
band
Formed in March 2018, this three-piece band hails from Fukuoka. Their first mini-album, "Koboreta," was released digitally on November 25, 2020. Despite it being their first release, their music video track "Aitai" was chosen as Daiichikosho DAM's top recommended artist, and they received an offer to perform at an event from a local Fukuoka radio station as a new artist they wanted to push this year.
Their music listenership is also growing rapidly, both domestically and internationally. View counts for their music videos are also growing rapidly. They consistently release music, and will release their EP, "Epilogue," digitally on September 11, 2024.
Their songwriting, which captures the emotions that arise in everyday life like a photograph, their straightforward band sound, and their gentle yet emotional vocals paint a picture of a chaotic reality.
Katsuhiro Yamashita
Composer and producer
Having enjoyed playing musical instruments from a young age, he began his career as a stage music composer and vocal director immediately after graduating from university.
He later worked as a music college instructor, vocal school trainer, and gospel choir soloist.
In 2010, he made his major label debut with Tokuma Japan with "I Feel Like I'll Meet Again at This Place Someday," which he produced himself (lyrics, composition, arrangement, recording, mixing, and mastering).
He currently runs the music label, music production studio, and music agency "grooozy" in Fukuoka City, where he produces artists for his own label and is involved in the creation, development, production, and release of various works, primarily for singers and rappers.
Esis
Singer-Producer
"Esis" is the name of D-High-LoW's (Hiro) solo project.
A vocalist who handles a variety of tasks, including songwriting, arranging, designing, live performances, directing, and costumes, he is also a member of the group "LIFULL the second," which is based in both Fukuoka and Tokyo and performs in various locations across Japan under the theme of "Joy, Healing, Love, and Pleasure."
His production skills are also highly regarded, having been involved in events such as the bone marrow bank charity event "Second Faith" and the "Countdown Live" at Bayside Place, which has now become a Fukuoka year-end tradition, from scratch, where Hiro handled everything and helped grow the event into a major event.
Momoka Kamura
Singer-Producer
An R&B singer active mainly in Fukuoka, Saga, and Okinawa.
Growing up listening to Whitney Houston and Lauryn Hill,
she fell in love with the music culture of Harlem, New York.
During her student days, she studied music in New York twice.
In the past, she was the terror leader for the girl chorus group Pitch Per, produced by music producer eich.
She has also guest-starred at various events and performed at the Hakataza Theater, making her a multifaceted artist.
Currently, she is exposed to a wide variety of music across genres, and her musical philosophy of conveying a message has become her signature style.
She also produces "BLUE ROSE," the official performance group of Japan University of Economics, and works as a recording artist, director, event planner, and artist branding.
Her song "Chain of Love" is currently being broadcast on the KBC Weather Concert!
WORLD LAUGH
unit
This duo consists of Suguru (vocals) and Je'Glanz (vocals & guitar).
They are currently active in both Fukuoka and Tokyo, with the goal of performing at the Red and White Song Battle.
They have over 3.5 million views on social media, and over 119,000 followers!
They were also selected to perform the theme song for the 106th All Japan High School Baseball Championship in 2024, representing J:COM Fukuoka, Kumamoto, and Shimonoseki, making them a unit to watch.
Statuette
Instrumental band
This band will be (re)launched in November 2023 as a mostly solo project by Key. Fujiki.
While it primarily exists as an instrumental band featuring guitar, bass, and drums,
it also produces music featuring various guest vocalists.
The genres are primarily pop, rock, and fusion.
Hanashiya
unit
This unit consists of Samuel (Keyboards) and madamadahitzi (DJ).
They met at the same music school in 2023 and formed in 2024 after submitting a song to Key10music.
They write their own lyrics, compose their own music, and arrange their own songs, and work with a variety of vocalists for each project, based on the concept of "a unit that tells stories through music."
mastarrja
musician
A musician living in Fukuoka City. Graduated from the Sound Design course at Heisei College of Music.
He continues his musical career in order to spread light.
In a world that alternates between the personal and the grandiose, his sounds blend organic and electronic to create a fantastical landscape that gently envelops the listener.
Lecturer in the Music Production Department at Fukuoka School of Music & Dance, and in the Sound Design course at Heisei College of Music.
Reika Haraguchi
singer-songwriter
Originally from Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, she is active mainly in Fukuoka City.
She was inspired by the song "It's Happy Line," played and sung by the protagonist played by YUI in the movie "Song of the Sun" during her summer vacation at the age of 12, and decided to become a singer-songwriter who could write lyrics and music that move people.
During her university years, she began performing at live music venues in Fukuoka City.
She holds occasional solo concerts titled "A Good Night with harapparemon."
Her belief is that "listeners should be themselves."
She is a singer-songwriter who sensitively captures the subtle emotions that occur every day and portrays them through unpretentious, life-sized words and melodies.
Kønny
R&B SSW
An R&B singer-songwriter born in Fukuoka in 1998.
In 2018, she began her musical career, mainly in Fukuoka, with Tam as MAVRIQ (formerly MELTY LOUNGE).
In 2022, she began performing as a solo artist under the name Kønny.
Incorporating the R&B music of the 90s and 00s that has influenced her since childhood, she pursues a fresh sound. Her sweet voice and occasional R&B chorus work are her charms.
We hope you will pay attention to her sophisticated style.
SUMICO PLUE
DJ/Producer
Independent Label
Organized by BEETZ LIBRARY | Beats Library
A Fukuoka-based DJ/producer/trackmaker/remixer who breathes new life into his encounters with high-quality music through limited edition 7-inch vinyl and other vinyl records.
Starting his career as a DJ in the mid-'90s, he has been a valuable supporting actor, providing tracks for hip-hop artists with his unique grooves and beautiful playing style.
He has continued to produce music independently for many years, focusing on themes such as learning from the past, returning to vinyl, and DJ-style sound creation. He is also a musician who strives to revitalize and contribute to the music scenes he is connected to, including the artists he has encountered and the environment around him.
Under the names Tha Redsun | DABOES5159, he has produced many collaborative vinyl records, such as records produced by DJs in collaboration with other DJs for DJs to play, and from 2021 he will expand his range of expression as Sunday Loop Sessions | S.F MASTAMINDS.
juki
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter reminiscent of Shiina Ringo.
After entering junior high school, she devoted herself to softball for six years, serving as vice-captain as both pitcher and catcher. Influenced by her father, she picked up the acoustic guitar and decided to pursue a career as a singer-songwriter.
As key10music's seventh artist, she is releasing her signature song "sirius" on subscription services.
With a delicate and transparent voice that also conveys her inner strength, she sings of her hidden feelings.
She works every day to reach the hearts of as many people as possible.
The official music video for "Nurashite" was released on December 30, 2023. It was broadcast on the KBC Weather Concert.
On Radio #1, she talks about how she started playing music after picking up a guitar at her parents' house.
She candidly shares her memories of ESP College and the reality of her musical career.
Paulette
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter from Fukuoka City. She has a Japanese father and an American mother.
Influenced by her father, a jazz drummer, she became familiar with music from a young age,
and gained experience playing various rhythm instruments during her student days.
The joy she felt when she first performed on stage as a singer in high school inspired her to pursue a professional career.
She currently performs live, mainly in Fukuoka, and explores a wide range of genres, from J-POP to Western music. She is particularly skilled at Western ballads, which she has been familiar with since childhood.
Akataro
singer-songwriter
A keyboard-playing singer-songwriter who sings daily, "People like this exist too," singing songs of positivity born from negativity.
Originating from Itoda Town, Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture, she currently resides in Fukuoka Prefecture.
She began writing lyrics in her late teens,
performing on stage with her original songs at age 20.
She began her full-fledged musical career at age 21.
She performs live mainly in Fukuoka City but also across the country.
She is actively expanding her horizons, including theater performances and singing commercial songs. She produced the music video for her hometown of Tagawa, "Heisei Chikuho Railway Runs."
Aside from her work with Akataro, she also actively performs live with guitar-accompanied singer-songwriter Mizuki Sugiyama as part of the acoustic unit "Furumachi Sisters."
Uni.
Vocaloid Producer
When working on guitar, vocals, or composing, he goes by the name Uni.
He began working as a Vocaloid producer under the name Uni.P in August 2023.
He sings, writes lyrics, composes music, arranges, performs, and engineers all by himself.
His image colors are white, purple, and pink.
Nanashi Nataro
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter living in Fukuoka.
He began his musical career at the age of 31. He is primarily self-taught and records his music at home, doing everything from lyrics and composition to mastering all by himself. He also writes essays and short stories.
He has a word fetish (he likes words that have a pleasant sound).
VIBI
(Vivi)
unit
Born in 2003, this duo consists of Onori Risa (Vocals/Rapist) and Matsufuji Tomoe (Vocals). Their songs, which incorporate straightforward yet powerful messages within a gentle worldview and warm yet powerful vocals, gently touch the hearts of listeners.
They launched their activities in earnest with the release of their first single, "Zatsuni Tamede," on January 23, 2025.
They express their music in a variety of formats, including acoustic, track, and band arrangements.
They are supported in recordings and live performances by CHOYO (Keyboards/Guitar) of Zigzaguzu, Taisei (Drums) formerly of meow, Yuya Suehiro (Guitar) of the perfect me, and S0. (Banus) of xanadoo.
[NEW SINGLE]
Their new song, "The World is Love," will be released on June 25, 2025.
Serita Mitsuya
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter and voice trainer who sings a wide range of genres, including pop, vocal music, and musicals.
Since high school, he has been active both solo and in bands.
He has won numerous contests, including the KBC V3 Newcomer Audition.
He has toured Japan and overseas, performing with numerous major artists.
To date, he has released three albums under the names Bosh and brisq'reed.
In 2015, he also began working as a voice trainer, nurturing the next generation of singers.
In 2021, he released his first solo digital single, "Sentakumono."
He will release "Ajisai" in June 2025, followed by "Daite Hold on me, Tight" in July, two consecutive months.
He plans to release more new songs thereafter.
Pantene Nakajima
drummer
He started playing drums at the age of 14 and is based in Fukuoka.
He has also supported live shows and performed in recordings outside of Japan, in countries such as Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Taiwan, and the United States.
He has participated in live shows and recordings with numerous artists, including Mega Shinnosuke, LinQ, Miyuna, Kohana Ramu, and Egashira Yuya.
westman8
(Westman Eight)
musician
Nishihei, a member of the Fukuoka-based pop band "balconny" active nationwide, launched his solo project in 2025 under the new name "westman8." He creates and distributes music using music generation AI.
He released three consecutive mini-albums in February 2025, and "Gift," from his first mini-album, "the City Pop vol.1," was selected for heavy rotation on KBC MUSIC SPLASH for March.
His YouTube channel, "Balcony TV," launched on January 1, 2025, has gained over 40,000 subscribers in three months and is still growing.
He is a unique artist who wears many hats: band member, music composer, business executive, and radio personality.
Litsu Loska
(Ritsuroska)
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter living in Fukuoka.
Her musical activities center on the theme of "melting the snow and ice in your heart."
She is strongly influenced by classical and dance music, and creates music based on these influences.
After posting a Japanese cover of Norwegian artist AURORA's song "Exist For Love" on YouTube, her music spread primarily overseas, with her international audience now exceeding her Japanese audience.
She currently uses her fluency in English to share her music with an international audience.
Kohei Kiriaki
musician
After working with his own band, NoBrand, he is currently active as a backing band for various artists, recording, and composing music.
In recent years, he has been involved in a wide range of activities, from arranging SixTones' "Chillin' with you" to recording guitar for J-JUN (TVXQ), arranging songs for the dance professional league D.LEAGUE's "avex ROYALBRATS," and producing commercial songs and background music for TV programs.
depression
singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriter.
Living in Fukuoka. Sings and plays on a left-handed gut guitar.
Her soft, piercing vocals captivate audiences, as she sings with cute, sometimes frightening lyrics about everyday life from a girl's perspective.
In the same year, she won the Excellence Award at Yamaha's "Music Revolution" and advanced to the final round of Sony Music's "Inazuma Gate 2015."
She continues to perform energetically at live music venues, bars, cafes, restaurants, and more throughout Kyushu, with a focus on Fukuoka.
Doubt
punk band
Formed in 2020 and based in Hirao, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, doubt is a three-piece youthful punk band with Japanese lyrics that unashamedly sings immature lyrics.
Their punkish, melodic tunes will have you pumping your fist in the air, guaranteed!
We'll give everyone who's met us a push to do the next one! We won't let this fun night end!
Regal
rapper
Born in 2000, he lives in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
He left his hometown at the age of 15 and spent five years living in a dormitory at a technical college, a unique environment.
He then moved to Fukuoka at the age of 20 for work. At the age of 22, he began his career as a rapper and signed up for a music subscription service.
Two years later, he became a member of the crew "Hedgehogs" and is currently active as a rapper in Fukuoka Prefecture.
13e13e (Bebe)
rapper
This rapper, whose song "Music is the Best," has become a hot topic online.
Originally from Fukuoka Prefecture, he's currently gaining popularity for his unique lyric style and flow.
His songs captivate listeners with catchy phrases and rhythms that stick in their minds after just one listen.
His raps, which sometimes passionately, sometimes humorously, and sometimes candidly describe his own difficult circumstances and everyday events, are sure to continue to garner attention.
↓We've uploaded his radio appearance! He shares valuable insights, including how "Music is the Best" came about.
Ryo Kozuwa
singer-songwriter
I'm Ryo Kozuwa, a singer-songwriter originally from Fukuoka.
Currently, I'm active mainly in Tokyo, performing on the streets, on TikTok, and at events!
I've loved music since I was a child.
After entering high school, I started singing in front of people and decided I wanted to become a singer.
I hope to create music that connects with each and every person.
・CampusCollection 2022 Grand Prize Winner
・My original song "Pudding" will be used as the opening theme for KBC Radio in 2024
I'm scheduled to appear at the Charity Musicthon at Daimaru Passage Plaza on December 24, 2024.
RIO brothers
band
Formed in the summer of 2014, this five-member vocal rock band sings of "love, freedom, and hope," sublimating pop, hard rock, and garage rock.
Their easy-to-listen-to, yet nostalgic sound captivates audiences with their clean vocals, powerful lead guitar, and edgy bass.
Now in their 10th year since formation, they've broken new ground by fusing maturity with a new sound. "Just Wanna Rock!!"
That's right, we just want to rock.
Tomomi Motoyama
singer-songwriter
A female singer-songwriter from Kasuga City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Born into a musical family, she began singing in a choir in elementary school and self-taught herself on guitar in junior high.
At university, she joined a jazz club and developed an interest in a variety of musical genres, including not only J-pop but also jazz, classical, and Western music.
She began performing live in Fukuoka in 2018, and in 2019 released her self-titled album "Beautiful Moon" and single "Your Song." In 2022, she sang the vocals for "A Picture of Her Smile," an award-winning song from both the US and the UK. Her first solo concert in Tokyo was a huge success, drawing sold-out crowds.
In 2024, she released her first EP in five years, "Change." She is currently working on her next EP, "Cute."
Stay tuned for more from Tomomi Motoyama, featuring her crystal-clear voice and diverse chord work.
Rise Yamamoto
singer-songwriter
A singer-songwriter from Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
She composes original songs with lifelike lyrics based on the concept of "songs you'll want to hum along to." She performs extensively throughout Yamaguchi Prefecture and Kyushu, performing at live music venues, local events, and as a volunteer at nursing homes.
She is also the lead vocalist for the music duo riachicum, co-starring with her middle school classmate NOPE. She also writes lyrics and composes music for the unit, with the theme of "the feelings of a girl in love."
↓Radio appearance updated!
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