LITE
Established in 2003, LITE is a four-piece band comprised of Nobuyuki Takeda (Guitar/Vocals), Kozo Kusumoto (Guitar/Synth), Jun Izawa (Bass), and Akinori Yamamoto (Drums). Combining innovative and cutting-edge riffs and rhythms, they captivate audiences with their unique and emotionally charged sound. Renowned pioneers in the instrumental rock and math rock genres, LITE has been continuously embracing new challenges and experimental ventures, leaving an indelible mark both nationally and globally. Their influence reaches far beyond Japan, with releases under the esteemed American indie label "Topshelf Records" and extensive touring across North America, Europe, and Asia. They have performed at prestigious festivals, headlining the UK's "ArcTanGent Festival" and gracing the stages of "FUJI ROCK" and "SUMMER SONIC”.
In 2021, LITE composed and performed soundtracks for the Netflix animation film "Bright: Samurai Soul" and the Japanese movie "Damashie no Kiba." Concurrently, they initiated the "Fraction" project, releasing a digital collection of existing tracks, outtakes, remixes, and collaborative works. 2022 witnessed the creation of the "Fake Creators" project in collaboration with producer/DJ DÉ DÉ MOUSE, showcasing their versatility across diverse musical landscapes.
April 2023 marked a pivotal moment as LITE, for their 20th anniversary, redefined their musical identity with the single "Endless Blue". This release and the following ones set the stage for their seventh album, "STRATA," slated for release on January 31, 2024.