Shiina Ringo
Japan
Japanese, English (some), Various vocal styles
Alternative Rock/J-Rock
Self-doubt, Music Business, Homesickness, Social Commentary, Personal Introspection
Adult (2006), Sports (2010), News (2020), Ongaku (2021)
Founder and lead vocalist of Tokyo Jihen, revolutionary influence on Japanese alternative rock, acclaimed songwriter and performer with 2.3 million albums sold and 4 number 1 albums
Guitar, Piano, Bass, Various instruments
Japan Gold Disc Awards (1999, 2000), Record Awards Best Album (2000), Space Shower Awards (2005, 2016), Ministry Fine Arts Award (2009), Crunchyroll Anime Award nomination (2024)
Revolutionary influence on Japanese alternative rock, acclaimed songwriter and performer
Complex harmonization arrangements, multi-layered vocal compositions
Theatrical, dynamic, genre-shifting performance style
Lead Vocalist, Founder, Songwriter, Multi-instrumentalist
Dominant songwriting influence in Tokyo Jihen, describes songwriting as 'natural as excretion'
Formal musical training, multi-instrumental proficiency
2003-2012, 2020-Present
