KINZOKU-EBISU

Kinzoku-ebisu biography
KINZOKU-EBISU was formed by Daichi TAKAGI(guitars, keys, drums, vocals) and Kenta ASAMUNA(drums, vocals), in 1996. They are highly influenced by British Prog Rock and Hard Rock bands from the 70's, like Genesis, King Crimson, Yes, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, etc. KINZOKU-EBISU is known for their dark lyrics, based on the famous novels of Rampo EDOGAWA and other unique stories.
KINZOKU-EBISU is also well known for their theatrical style, using Japanese Kimono's on stage, as well as Japanese masks. As well as playing with 2 drums and 2 keyboards, as well with a big bunch of equipment.

However their debut album, ''HAKO-OTOKO'', was released independently in 2002, featuring besides Daichi TAKAGI and Kenta ASAMUNA, Tuyohiro KOJIMA on bass, guitars and vocals and Makiko KUSUNOKI on keyboards, guitars and vocals.

"HAKO-OTOKO" is a title of fantastic novel of Japanese famous author Kobo ABE, making the album a concept one, featuring a very symphonic sound, ala Genesis, as well as the deep lyrics, based on the novel. Unfortunately, after this release the band disbanded.

However in 2003 they reunited, though with new members, releasing their 2nd album in 2005, "MOMIJI-GARI" on Vital label. This one featuring a darker sound, ala Crimson or Anekdoten, featuring the good ol' mellotron everywhere!

The youngest Prog band in Japan, which will definitely thrill those 70's Classic Prog fans.

Discography:
- Hako-Otoko (Vital VR-001) 2003
- Momiji-Gari (Vital VR-015) 2005



thanks to Pablo (cacho) for the biography