Kagrra, facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kagrra,
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | Crow |
| Origin | Tokyo, Japan |
| Genres | Rock, traditional |
| Years active | 1998–2011 |
| Labels | PS Company, Columbia, King, CLJ (EU) |
| Past members | Isshi† Akiya Shin Nao Izumi |
Kagrra (神楽, kagura, followed by a comma on album art and promotional material) was a Japanese rock band. They were part of a cool music style called visual kei. This style uses unique costumes and makeup. The band started in 1998 in Tokyo, Japan.
At first, they were known as "Crow". Later, they changed their name to Kagrra, when they joined PS Company. This company was part of Free-Will Records. Over the years, they released many albums, EPs (shorter albums), and singles. They also put out several music videos. The band was active for many years, from 1998 to 2011.
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Meet the Band Members
Kagrra, had five talented members. Each member played an important role in the band's unique sound.
- Isshi (一志) – vocals
- Akiya (楓弥) – guitar
- Shin (真) – guitar, koto
- Nao (女雅) – bass
- Izumi (白水) – drums
Music Released by Kagrra,
Kagrra, released a lot of music during their time together. This includes full albums, shorter EPs, and singles. A single is usually one or two songs released before an album.
Albums and EPs
Here is a list of the albums and EPs Kagrra, released. They worked with different record labels over the years.
| Title | Release date | Label |
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| Nue (鵺) | December 1, 2000 | PS Company |
| Sakura (桜) | March 3, 2001 | PS Company |
| Irodori (彩) | October 3, 2001 | PS Company |
| Kirameki (煌) | May 1, 2002 | PS Company |
| Gozen | December 11, 2002 | PS Company |
| Ouka Ranman (桜花爛漫) | September 24, 2003 | PS Company |
| Miyako (京) | March 03, 2004 | Columbia |
| San (燦) | July 20, 2005 | Columbia |
| Shizuku (雫) | February 14, 2007 | Columbia |
| Core | January 9, 2008 | King Records |
Singles
These are the singles that Kagrra, released. Singles often feature a main song and sometimes a B-side track.
| Title | Release date | Label |
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| "Kotodama" (恋綴魂) | June 21, 2000 | PS Company |
| "Genwaku no Joukei" (幻惑の情景) | April 27, 2001 | PS Company |
| "Memai" (眩暈) | May 26, 2001 | PS Company |
| "Kamiuta" (神謌) | June 29, 2001 | PS Company |
| "Tsurezure Naru Mama Ni..." (徒然なるままに、、、) | April 27, 2001 | PS Company |
| "Yume Izuru Chi" (夢イズル地) | April 3, 2002 | PS Company |
| "Iro wa Nioedo" (いろはにほへと) | May 5, 2002 | PS Company |
| "Kakashi" (案山子) | May 5, 2002 | PS Company |
| "Sakura Mai Chiru Ano Oka De" (桜舞い散るあの丘で) | October 4, 2002 | PS Company |
| "Kotodama" (恋綴魂) | October 4, 2002 | PS Company |
| "Haru Urara" (春麗ら) | May 28, 2003 | PS Company |
| "Yotogi Banashi" (夜伽噺) | July 30, 2003 | PS Company |
| "Urei" (愁) | January 1, 2004 | Columbia |
| "Rin" (凛) | July 21, 2004 | Columbia |
| "Omou" (憶) | October 27, 2004 | Columbia |
| "Sarasouju no Komoriuta" (沙羅双樹の子護唄) | February 2, 2005 | Columbia |
| "Gen'ei no Katachi" (幻影の貌) | February 2, 2005 | Columbia |
| "Chikai no Tsuki" (誓ノ月) | February 1, 2006 | Columbia |
| November 22, 2006 | Columbia |
Music Videos and Live Shows
Kagrra, also released several videos. These often included music videos or recordings of their live concerts.
| Title | Release date | Label | Medium |
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| Kagura-fuu Unroku (神楽風雲録) | March 3, 2002 | PS Company | VHS |
| Yume Izuru Chi (夢イズル地) | June 16, 2002 | PS Company | VHS |
| Hisai (秘祭) | November 19, 2003 | PS Company | DVD |
| Kaika Sengen Ouka Ranman (～開花宣言～「桜花爛漫」) | April 7, 2004 | PS Company | DVD |
| Miyako Inishie no Tobira ga Ima (京～古の扉が今、、、～) | July 21, 2004 | Columbia | DVD |
| Sara Natsukashi no Rakuen (沙羅～懐かしの楽園～) | August 03, 2005 | Columbia | DVD |
| Unsanmusyo (雲燦霧消) | November 30, 2005 | Columbia | DVD |
| Kiseki~ni (鬼跡～弐) | September 27, 2006 | Columbia | DVD |
See also
In Spanish: Kagrra, para niños
