Shinya Yamada
Encyclopedia
, referred to as simply , is a Japanese musician
. He is best known as drummer of the rock band Luna Sea
.
in 1989, high school friends Shinya and Sugizo
were in the band Pinoccio.
Shinya played drums for the track "Back Line Best" on his fellow Luna Sea bandmate J's 1997 debut solo album, Pyromania. Also in 1997, Shinya started a solo career where he was vocalist and drummer, his first release was the single "Rakkasuru Taiyou" released on September 26. Since the release of his first album No Sticks in December 1997, there hasn't been any material released by his solo career.
After Luna Sea disbanded in 2000, Shinya worked as support drummer for musicians such as Miyavi
, Nanase Aikawa
and numerous others.
Around 2005 he started the band Potbelly, with a young singer named Milky. They released their first single on August 22, 2005.
In 2006 he collaborated with Fake?
(fellow Luna Sea member Inoran's band) for songs on their album Songs From Beelzebub. Also in 2006, he was live support drummer for Dead End
front-man Morrie's project, Creature Creature.
On December 24, 2007, Shinya reunited with Luna Sea
to play a one-night only concert in front of an audience of around 45,000 people at the Tokyo Dome
. The band would reunite again at the "hide
memorial summit" on May 4, 2008.
From 2008 to 2009, Shinya was support drummer for X Japan
vocalist Toshi
's project, Toshi with T-Earth.
On August 31, 2010 he appeared with the other members of Luna Sea
at a press conference in Hong Kong
, where they officially announced their reunion and their "20th Anniversary World Tour Reboot -to the New Moon-
".
In response to the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami
that occurred in Japan on March 11, Shinya supported Toshi
at eight concerts throughout western Japan. All of the shows were acoustic due to the electricity shortage and also featured X Japan's Heath and the Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa
. All proceeds were donated to the Japanese Red Cross
to aid the victims. In 2011 Shinya also joined Yellow Fried Chickenz, a band that also includes Gackt
and Chachamaru.
member Aya Ishiguro
. They married in May 2000, she gave birth to their first daughter, Rimu, in November of that year. They also have two other children.
VHS/DVD
With Potbelly
With Luna Sea
With Yellow Fried Chickenz
Musician
A musician is an artist who plays a musical instrument. It may or may not be the person's profession. Musicians can be classified by their roles in performing music and writing music.Also....* A person who makes music a profession....
. He is best known as drummer of the rock band Luna Sea
Luna Sea
Luna Sea is a rock band from Kanagawa, Japan, formed in 1989. The band was initially founded by bassist J and rhythm guitarist Inoran, when they were in high school. They soon recruited lead guitarist and violinist Sugizo, drummer Shinya and vocalist Ryuichi, a lineup that has remained the same...
.
History
Before joining Luna SeaLuna Sea
Luna Sea is a rock band from Kanagawa, Japan, formed in 1989. The band was initially founded by bassist J and rhythm guitarist Inoran, when they were in high school. They soon recruited lead guitarist and violinist Sugizo, drummer Shinya and vocalist Ryuichi, a lineup that has remained the same...
in 1989, high school friends Shinya and Sugizo
Sugizo
, born , is a Japanese musician, singer-songwriter and record producer. Referred to by his stage name Sugizo, he is best known as lead guitarist of the rock band Luna Sea, who were popular in the 1990s. He started his solo career in 1997 and has since collaborated with many artists...
were in the band Pinoccio.
Shinya played drums for the track "Back Line Best" on his fellow Luna Sea bandmate J's 1997 debut solo album, Pyromania. Also in 1997, Shinya started a solo career where he was vocalist and drummer, his first release was the single "Rakkasuru Taiyou" released on September 26. Since the release of his first album No Sticks in December 1997, there hasn't been any material released by his solo career.
After Luna Sea disbanded in 2000, Shinya worked as support drummer for musicians such as Miyavi
Miyavi
, better known by his stage name , is a Japanese visual kei musician. His work as guitarist for Dué le Quartz and his successful solo career have established him as an accomplished musician in the Japanese music scene.- Early life :...
, Nanase Aikawa
Nanase Aikawa
is a Japanese musician known for employing a variety of musical styles, most notably rock. She publishes her music under the Motorod label, a division of Avex Group.- Early life :Nanase Aikawa was born on February 16, 1975, in Osaka, Japan...
and numerous others.
Around 2005 he started the band Potbelly, with a young singer named Milky. They released their first single on August 22, 2005.
In 2006 he collaborated with Fake?
Fake?
Fake? is a Japanese rock band formed in 2001 by Ken Lloyd and Inoran. Their music has been described as alternative mixed with electronic sounds...
(fellow Luna Sea member Inoran's band) for songs on their album Songs From Beelzebub. Also in 2006, he was live support drummer for Dead End
Dead End (band)
is an influential Japanese metal/rock band formed in Tokyo in 1984. They were one of few Japanese metal bands who had international exposure in the United States during the eighties...
front-man Morrie's project, Creature Creature.
On December 24, 2007, Shinya reunited with Luna Sea
Luna Sea
Luna Sea is a rock band from Kanagawa, Japan, formed in 1989. The band was initially founded by bassist J and rhythm guitarist Inoran, when they were in high school. They soon recruited lead guitarist and violinist Sugizo, drummer Shinya and vocalist Ryuichi, a lineup that has remained the same...
to play a one-night only concert in front of an audience of around 45,000 people at the Tokyo Dome
Tokyo Dome
Tokyo Dome is a 55,000-seat baseball stadium located in Bunkyo Ward of Tokyo, Japan.The stadium opened for business on March 17, 1988. It was built on the site of the Velodrome which was next door to the site of the predecessor ballpark, Kōrakuen Stadium...
. The band would reunite again at the "hide
Hide (musician)
, better known by his stage name hide , was a popular Japanese musician. He was primarily known for his work as lead guitarist of the heavy metal band X Japan from 1987 to 1997...
memorial summit" on May 4, 2008.
From 2008 to 2009, Shinya was support drummer for X Japan
X Japan
is a Japanese heavy metal band founded in 1982 by Yoshiki and Toshi. Originally named X , the group achieved their breakthrough success in 1989 with the release of their second album Blue Blood...
vocalist Toshi
Toshi (musician)
, better known by his stage name Toshi , is a Japanese singer and musician. He is best known as vocalist and co-founder of the heavy metal group X Japan. The band elevated to legendary status in Japan, until its disbanding in 1997. Toshi then went on to have an extensive solo career...
's project, Toshi with T-Earth.
On August 31, 2010 he appeared with the other members of Luna Sea
Luna Sea
Luna Sea is a rock band from Kanagawa, Japan, formed in 1989. The band was initially founded by bassist J and rhythm guitarist Inoran, when they were in high school. They soon recruited lead guitarist and violinist Sugizo, drummer Shinya and vocalist Ryuichi, a lineup that has remained the same...
at a press conference in Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
, where they officially announced their reunion and their "20th Anniversary World Tour Reboot -to the New Moon-
20th Anniversary World Tour Reboot
20th Anniversary World Tour Reboot -to the New Moon- is a concert tour by Japanese rock band Luna Sea. The tour is the first set of regular concerts given by the band in ten years since their Final Act concerts in December 2000, following a one night reunion concert in 2007 and a performance at the...
".
In response to the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami
2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami
The 2011 earthquake off the Pacific coast of Tohoku, also known as the 2011 Tohoku earthquake, or the Great East Japan Earthquake, was a magnitude 9.0 undersea megathrust earthquake off the coast of Japan that occurred at 14:46 JST on Friday, 11 March 2011, with the epicenter approximately east...
that occurred in Japan on March 11, Shinya supported Toshi
Toshi (musician)
, better known by his stage name Toshi , is a Japanese singer and musician. He is best known as vocalist and co-founder of the heavy metal group X Japan. The band elevated to legendary status in Japan, until its disbanding in 1997. Toshi then went on to have an extensive solo career...
at eight concerts throughout western Japan. All of the shows were acoustic due to the electricity shortage and also featured X Japan's Heath and the Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa
Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa
The is a professional chamber orchestra, founded in 1988, based in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan, and is a full member of Association of Japanese Symphony Orchestras. The Orchestra's home is Ishikawa Ongakudo . Since 2007, its music director is Michiyoshi Inoue.-Activities:The orchestra performs more...
. All proceeds were donated to the Japanese Red Cross
Japanese Red Cross
The ' is the Japanese affiliate of the International Red Cross.The Imperial Family of Japan traditionally has supported the society, with Empress as Honorary President and other royal family members as vice-presidents. Its headquarters is located in Tokyo and local chapters are set up in all 47...
to aid the victims. In 2011 Shinya also joined Yellow Fried Chickenz, a band that also includes Gackt
Gackt
is a Japanese singer-songwriter, actor, voice actor and author. Usually referred to by his mononymous stage name, he is known for his career as a solo artist and as the former vocalist for the defunct visual kei rock band Malice Mizer....
and Chachamaru.
Personal life
His wife is former Morning MusumeMorning Musume
, sometimes referred to as is a Japanese idol girl group, whose act generally revolves around singing and dancing to upbeat melodies. They are the lead group of Hello! Project, which is managed and produced by Tsunku, who composes nearly all the lyrics and melodies of their songs...
member Aya Ishiguro
Aya Ishiguro
is a singer, writer, TV personality and fashion designer in Japan, most famous for her participation in pop group Morning Musume. She was born in Hokkaidō, Japan on May 12, 1978.Aya Ishiguro was a runner-up in a 1997 contest to find a new female rock idol...
. They married in May 2000, she gave birth to their first daughter, Rimu, in November of that year. They also have two other children.
Discography
- "Rakkasuru Taiyou" (September 26, 1997)
- "Hyôryûsha" (November 21, 1997)
- No Sticks (December 10, 1997)
VHS/DVD
- Melody (August 21, 1997)
- Shinya London Calling (February 1998)
- Shinya Jikiden Pro-Drummer no Kokoroe (真矢 直伝 プロ・ドラマーの心得, April 20, 2005)
- Shinya Jikiden Pro-Drummer no Kokoroe Best Price (October 27, 2011, re-release)
With Potbelly
- "Crash, Crash, Crash" (August 22, 2005)
With Luna Sea
With Yellow Fried Chickenz
- "The End of the Day" (September 14, 2011)