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akai SKY

Rank #5 San Francisco, CA Rock / J-rock (Japanese Rock) / Alternati...

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Members: Ryuusei, Hayashi, Umi & Jinra

Sounds Like: L'Arc-en-Ciel, LUNA SEA, Incubus, ONE OK ROCK, ＨＯＳＨＩ★ＦＵＲＵ

Manager: info@akaisky.com

Bio: What possesses 4 Americans to form a band and write music with Japanese lyrics?

Inspired in equal parts by Japanese pop melody as well as heavy alternative American rock, U.S.-based band akai SKY takes a straight-forward approach to modern rock music, marrying Japanese and English lyrics alike. ... See Full Bio

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akai SKY has a show on 05/25/2013 at 01:00 PM @ Future Roots Festi... in San Jose, CA http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/202053854 #concert

Press

"...Heart, Attack shows a band with much promise."

— Sarah Jones, ROKKYUU Magazine

“Cleopatra Records will release a L’Arc~en~Ciel tribute album in America to honor these icons. Vivid Covers – A 20th Anniversary Tribute to L’Arc~en~Ciel will be released on April 10 and features J-Rock artists from all over the world. Some highlights include Keshiki from Japan, Unshin from the UK, and Lemon Drop Kick and akai SKY from the US.”

— Jrock Explosion

“VIVID COVERS gathers a variety of bands and artists to cover a wide range of L’Arc~En~Ciel songs. Amongst the artists contributing are Unshin (who chose to cover Sunadokei in their own particular style) who we interviewed last year. Other artists contributing include Orochi, akai SKY, Lemon Drop Kick and Keshiki”

— PaulB, J-POP GO

“akai SKY: They did an amazing performance and had great personalities overall. I can’t wait until they get their name out there some more. The guitarist, Hayashi, was so awesome. He pretty much charmed the entire audience to cheer for an encore.”

— rabbiman, The Small Moments

“Bay Area rock band akai SKY has been on the scene since 2005, hitting most, if not all, of the Bay and Northern California’s anime conventions. They’ve even had the chance to perform at out-of-state events, the most recent of which was Anime Vegas, alongside Japanese acts Satsuki and ALSDEAD. So how did a bunch of American kids start a band that sings in Japanese? To put it simply, the inexplicable lure of Japanese rock strikes again. Although many find the genre intriguing at best, this band took what they heard and set out to make it their own, incorporating the American music they grew up with into this new discovery. And with an album in the works and plans to move their shows into larger venues, 2010 promises to be a big year for akai SKY.”

— Angie Montgomery, Visual AM

“Bands such as, Akai Sky, and Phoenix Ash were a real treat to see live in concert.”

— aki, OtakuTech.com

“The EP boasts a nice blend of varying rock sounds from vintage American that fluctuates between rockabilly and classic hard rock to the more modern alternative, punk and Japanese rock influences.”

— Jen M and Zeera X, Jrock Revolution

“Being the opening band for the entire event, akai SKY pleasantly surprised the audience by kicking off with a bang. By the end of their performance the audience was on their feet swaying and cheering, several even scrambling to get drum sticks and picks thrown into the crowd.”

— Jen M., Jrock Revolution

“With the question, "Are you ready to rock out?" and the audience’s enthusiastic "Yeah!", the band charged into their first song, "In Black." The song alternated between a heavy, rhythmic riffs and smooth vocals. Hayashi’s guitar solo was skillfully executed and received several outcries of excitement. Despite them, he seemed to keep a very calm approach and expression.”

— Jen M. and Corinne O., Jrock Revolution

“This is a band that grabs my attention and leaves me wanting more.”

— Rita Nokkaew, Visual Keios

“All in all, I enjoyed the ‘Heart, Attack!’ EP and sincerely encourage anyone looking for something new and refreshing to pick this EP up.”

— Kala, JRock Revolution

"...music that brings together both western rock and Japanese rock influences to rather good effect."

— Sarah Jones, ROKKYUU Magazine

“I give akai SKY’s Heart, Attack! a 5/5 stars.”

— Rita Nokkaew, Visual Keios

“With the perfect blend of American alternative sound and Japanese pop melody, Californian Jrockers, akai SKY possesses and presents the best of both worlds. This especially holds true in their latest explosive release– Heart, Attack!, which is definitely something worth paying attention to. Just as the title suggests, this EP grabs hold of you and takes you on a journey.”

— Rita Nokkaew, Visual Keios

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Break Down!

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Saccharine

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微熱 (BINETSU)

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夕日 (YUUHI)

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ネオン (NEON)

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Discography

Heart, Attack! Released on Mar 27, 2013
Tokyo Beat Riot Released on May 24, 2010

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Future Roots Festival @…
San Jose, CA, US | 1:00pm
Future Roots Festival @ Pla...
San Jose, CA, US
Sat May 25 1:00pm
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akai SKY performs at the Future Roots Festival in downtown San Jose held across the street from the Fairmont Hotel at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez park on Market and San Carlos streets.

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MOMOI MEXICO EN ANIMEGACON 2012 (AKAI SKY) 1

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Q: Hey akai SKY ! We love your songs, we really hope you come in France for lives in the future ! Did we have a chance to see you in french scenes ? Good continuation !

A: Thank you! This means a lot coming from you guys in V-Drain. If we ever realize the dream to play in France, we hope we can share the stage together with you.

Asked by V-Drain. Answered on Fri Jul 06 2012

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