DIAMOND HEAD (JAPANESE BAND)
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(Redirected from Diamond Head (japanese band))
'''Diamondâ—†Head''' was a Japanese band formed of Session musicians and producers. They first gained notability as the backing and touring band for Hitomi Yaida.
Working as a band in their own right they wrote and performed the song "le vent brulant" in 2001, which was used for some of the Japanese television coverage of the 2004 Formula-1 season. This track, an instrumental, was included on both Yaida's single "Look Back Again/Over The Distance" and the compilation album ''Grand Prix ~SUPER COLLECTION 2004~''
Working around a core of four experienced producers with high experience and expertise with their chosen instruments, they expanded the group to include other specialists to achieve a polished sound on all.
Formed by solo musician and producer Kataoka Daishi along with instrumentalist Murata Akira they were joined by guitarist Susumu Nishikawa and keyboardist Ura Kiyohide (who had previously been a member of the band 'North Wind Knights' with Daishi.)[1]
As a group, they are credited as producers and session musicians on every Hitomi Yaida release until 2005 when 'Diamondâ—†Head' was dissolved and each individual artist received their own credits from then on, with Murata Akira taking over the bulk of her sound production from Katoaka who left Aozora in 2005.
''(see also on the Japanese Wikipedia)''
is a left-handed guitarist, producer and lyricist.
Born in 1971 in Mitaka, Tokyo, he has 4 siblings.About Me - Daishi Katoaka ''Daishi Katoaka'' accessed November 24, 2006 His father is a teacher and his mother is an English Translator.
A singer/songwriter in his own right, His professional career started in 1992 when a demo-tape sent to recording companies led to a contract from Sony BMG Japan, with the subsequent album being recorded in Los Angeles.
Since then he has released more than 5 albums and 11 singles, the latest being the 2003 single ''Slapstick Blues'' and produced Aozora artists such as SATOMI' and CAN'NO whilst also acting as the Japanese A&R Producer for Mary Lou Lord and Imogen Heap (for the Aozora re-release of iMegaphone and Music Pool 2002 recording).
He parted ways with Aozora in 2005, and now acts as a freelance producer, with Murata Akira taking over the sound production of Hitomi Yaida's releases.
is an Instrumentalist (mainly using Keyboards), composer and sound producer. Born 29 March 1972 in Tokyo, Japan he formed the R&B band Tiptory in August 1996, signing to Avex Records.[2] Following the group disbanding in 1999, he undertook the Sound Production for Hitomi Yaida's independent release Howling.
Since then he has worked with other notable acts such as Melody. Murata also composed the score for the 1999 Anime film A.LI.CE as well as producing numerous remixes and provided material for the Sega Saturn game Sega Rally 2 under an alias.[3]
He is currently acting as Hitomi Yaida's sound producer and arranger.
''(see also on the Japanese Wikipedia)''
(also known as ''Shin'' Nishikawa) born July 9 ???? in Yawata, Kyoto, is a professional Guitarist and Producer.
As a guitarist he has worked with Yano Maki, Shiina Ringo and Do As Infinity amongst others.[4]
As a producer, he has worked with The Turtles, KOKIA and OLIVIA.[5]
He has also worked with Tanpopo (appearing on the single Motto) and currently contributes to musical composition and production for Nana Kitade.
He also owns the 'Smash Room School', a distance learning Guitar School company.[6]
Students of which have the ability to send compositions to Nishikawa for criticism as well as being able to phone the artist direct.[7]
born May 26, 1970 in Kurayoshi, Tottori is a Session Saxophonist, Keyboardist and sound producer.
Formerly a support member of the band Mr. Children he has worked with numerous acts such as Joelle and Ataru Nakamura.
born December 20, 1971 in Yuki, Ibaraki is a professional Drummer and Percussionist.
She is both a session musician and Drum tutor (providing Drum Clinics to local schools and organisations during touring), also having an endorsement contract with TAMA Drums[8] and Paiste Cymbals since 1997.Biography ''katsumi-chang.com'' accessed November 24, 2006 She toured with Sowelu for much of 2006.
, known as "Fire" professionally, is a Bass guitarist.
Born May 25, 1970 in Hirakata, Japan.æ¾ç”°â€œFIREâ€å“å·± accessed November 24, 2006 His professional career began in 1997 with the band 'SUPER TRAPP', with whom he released 2 albums and 5 singles via Sony BMG. He has since recorded and toured with many acts including Dragon Ash.
He plays both Electric and Acoustic Bass guitars, appearing on stage playing a Double Bass on some occasions (as well as being proficient with Electric upright bass's). Aria have also produced an Electric Bass in his honour.[9] He also contributes to the 'Smash Room School' distance learning project.
is a percussionist. He has performed with acts such as 'BANDA DE LA NOCHE' and Ando Yuko on her ''Sari'' EP.
1. The North Wind Knights ''Daishi Katoaka'' accessed November 24, 2006
2.
3.
4. Shin Nishikawa profile ''Shin Nishikawa'' accessed November 24, 2006
5. Shin Nishikawa production credits ''Shin Nishikawa'' accessed November 24, 2006
6. [1] ''Smash Room School produced by Susumu Nishikawa'' accessed November 24, 2006
7. Advice from Nishikawa ''smashroomschool.com'' accessed November 24, 2006
8. Artist Profile Usui Katsumi ''tamadrum.co.jp'' accessed November 24, 2006
9. RSB-Fire 4 Bass Guitar ''ariaguitars.com'' accessed November 24, 2006
★ Band profile
★ Kataoka Daishi's homepage ''Tangled up in Blue''
★ Katsumi Usui's homepage
★ Susumu Nishikawa's homepage
★ FIRE's homepage
★ Kiyohide Ura's homepage
★
★
'''Diamondâ—†Head''' was a Japanese band formed of Session musicians and producers. They first gained notability as the backing and touring band for Hitomi Yaida.
Working as a band in their own right they wrote and performed the song "le vent brulant" in 2001, which was used for some of the Japanese television coverage of the 2004 Formula-1 season. This track, an instrumental, was included on both Yaida's single "Look Back Again/Over The Distance" and the compilation album ''Grand Prix ~SUPER COLLECTION 2004~''
Working around a core of four experienced producers with high experience and expertise with their chosen instruments, they expanded the group to include other specialists to achieve a polished sound on all.
Formed by solo musician and producer Kataoka Daishi along with instrumentalist Murata Akira they were joined by guitarist Susumu Nishikawa and keyboardist Ura Kiyohide (who had previously been a member of the band 'North Wind Knights' with Daishi.)[1]
As a group, they are credited as producers and session musicians on every Hitomi Yaida release until 2005 when 'Diamondâ—†Head' was dissolved and each individual artist received their own credits from then on, with Murata Akira taking over the bulk of her sound production from Katoaka who left Aozora in 2005.
| Contents |
| Band Members |
| Kataoka Daishi |
| Murata Akira |
| Susumu Nishikawa |
| Kiyohide Ura |
| Katsumi Usui |
| Fire |
| Shinichi Tanabe |
| References |
| External Links |
Band Members
Kataoka Daishi
''(see also on the Japanese Wikipedia)''
is a left-handed guitarist, producer and lyricist.
Born in 1971 in Mitaka, Tokyo, he has 4 siblings.About Me - Daishi Katoaka ''Daishi Katoaka'' accessed November 24, 2006 His father is a teacher and his mother is an English Translator.
A singer/songwriter in his own right, His professional career started in 1992 when a demo-tape sent to recording companies led to a contract from Sony BMG Japan, with the subsequent album being recorded in Los Angeles.
Since then he has released more than 5 albums and 11 singles, the latest being the 2003 single ''Slapstick Blues'' and produced Aozora artists such as SATOMI' and CAN'NO whilst also acting as the Japanese A&R Producer for Mary Lou Lord and Imogen Heap (for the Aozora re-release of iMegaphone and Music Pool 2002 recording).
He parted ways with Aozora in 2005, and now acts as a freelance producer, with Murata Akira taking over the sound production of Hitomi Yaida's releases.
Murata Akira
is an Instrumentalist (mainly using Keyboards), composer and sound producer. Born 29 March 1972 in Tokyo, Japan he formed the R&B band Tiptory in August 1996, signing to Avex Records.[2] Following the group disbanding in 1999, he undertook the Sound Production for Hitomi Yaida's independent release Howling.
Since then he has worked with other notable acts such as Melody. Murata also composed the score for the 1999 Anime film A.LI.CE as well as producing numerous remixes and provided material for the Sega Saturn game Sega Rally 2 under an alias.[3]
He is currently acting as Hitomi Yaida's sound producer and arranger.
Susumu Nishikawa
''(see also on the Japanese Wikipedia)''
(also known as ''Shin'' Nishikawa) born July 9 ???? in Yawata, Kyoto, is a professional Guitarist and Producer.
As a guitarist he has worked with Yano Maki, Shiina Ringo and Do As Infinity amongst others.[4]
As a producer, he has worked with The Turtles, KOKIA and OLIVIA.[5]
He has also worked with Tanpopo (appearing on the single Motto) and currently contributes to musical composition and production for Nana Kitade.
He also owns the 'Smash Room School', a distance learning Guitar School company.[6]
Students of which have the ability to send compositions to Nishikawa for criticism as well as being able to phone the artist direct.[7]
Kiyohide Ura
born May 26, 1970 in Kurayoshi, Tottori is a Session Saxophonist, Keyboardist and sound producer.
Formerly a support member of the band Mr. Children he has worked with numerous acts such as Joelle and Ataru Nakamura.
Katsumi Usui
born December 20, 1971 in Yuki, Ibaraki is a professional Drummer and Percussionist.
She is both a session musician and Drum tutor (providing Drum Clinics to local schools and organisations during touring), also having an endorsement contract with TAMA Drums[8] and Paiste Cymbals since 1997.Biography ''katsumi-chang.com'' accessed November 24, 2006 She toured with Sowelu for much of 2006.
Fire
, known as "Fire" professionally, is a Bass guitarist.
Born May 25, 1970 in Hirakata, Japan.æ¾ç”°â€œFIREâ€å“å·± accessed November 24, 2006 His professional career began in 1997 with the band 'SUPER TRAPP', with whom he released 2 albums and 5 singles via Sony BMG. He has since recorded and toured with many acts including Dragon Ash.
He plays both Electric and Acoustic Bass guitars, appearing on stage playing a Double Bass on some occasions (as well as being proficient with Electric upright bass's). Aria have also produced an Electric Bass in his honour.[9] He also contributes to the 'Smash Room School' distance learning project.
Shinichi Tanabe
is a percussionist. He has performed with acts such as 'BANDA DE LA NOCHE' and Ando Yuko on her ''Sari'' EP.
References
1. The North Wind Knights ''Daishi Katoaka'' accessed November 24, 2006
2.
3.
4. Shin Nishikawa profile ''Shin Nishikawa'' accessed November 24, 2006
5. Shin Nishikawa production credits ''Shin Nishikawa'' accessed November 24, 2006
6. [1] ''Smash Room School produced by Susumu Nishikawa'' accessed November 24, 2006
7. Advice from Nishikawa ''smashroomschool.com'' accessed November 24, 2006
8. Artist Profile Usui Katsumi ''tamadrum.co.jp'' accessed November 24, 2006
9. RSB-Fire 4 Bass Guitar ''ariaguitars.com'' accessed November 24, 2006
External Links
★ Band profile
★ Kataoka Daishi's homepage ''Tangled up in Blue''
★ Katsumi Usui's homepage
★ Susumu Nishikawa's homepage
★ FIRE's homepage
★ Kiyohide Ura's homepage
★
★
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