ASAMI
Japan
Japanese, English (limited)
Heavy Metal/Hard Rock
Freedom, Empowerment, Social Issues, Personal Liberation
Queendom (1986), Ways (1986), Outerlimits (1989), Genuine Diamond (2012)
Co-founder and lead vocalist of pioneering Japanese all-female heavy metal band Show-Ya, trailblazer for women in metal inspiring new generations of female musicians
Primary vocals, some instrumental contributions
Best Vocalist award at YAMAHA Light Music Contest '82, Trailblazer recognition
Pioneer for female metal vocalists in Japan, influenced generations of female rockers
Strong harmonization skills with band members
Commanding stage presence, high-energy delivery
Lead Vocalist, Co-founder
Composer and songwriter, wrote 'Free Birds' and Olympic-themed songs
Self-taught, influenced by Western rock and metal legends
1982-1991, 2005-Present
