was a Japanese

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band. They were originally signed to the now defunct

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under the name "Crow". The group changed its name when they signed to

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in 2000.

History

The band's major debut was in 2004 with the single "Urei".Barks
''Kagrra, Biography'' retrieved Apr 3, 2010Cdjournal.com
''Kagrra, Artist Profile'' retrieved Apr 3, 2010 Kagrra,'s concept is "Neo Japanesque". Their lyrics were in the style of Heian era poetry, their costumes frequently incorporated traditional Japanese clothing styles, and traditional Japanese instruments and drum rhythms were used in some of their songs. On November 10, 2010, it was announced that Kagrra, would be disbanding after ten years together. As a final request, the members asked that fans refer to it as a "demise" rather than a disbandment. The band released one last CD and held a final tour. The CD, entitled ''Hyakki Kenran'', was released on February 2, 2011. Their final tour began on February 13, 2011 and ended on March 3, 2011 at the Shibuya C.C. Lemon Hall in Tokyo.Kagrra, Announces Their DEMISE (SHU EN)
musicJAPANplus retrieved on Nov. 11, 2010 On July 25, 2011, it was announced that vocalist Isshi died in his home on July 18, 2011. He was 32 years old.Former Kagrra, Vocalist Isshi Passes Away
''jame-world'' retrieved August 28, 2011

Members

* Isshi (一志) – vocals, flute * Akiya (楓弥) – guitar * Shin (真) – guitar,

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* Nao (女雅) – bass * Izumi (白水) – drums

Discography

Demo tapes

Albums and EPs

Singles

* #21

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Weekly Charts, December 4, 2006

Videography

References

External links

Columbia Music Entertainment page

King Records page

CLJ Records page

Official MySpace
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