ZARD

Biography

ZARD was a pop band founded by vocalist Izumi Sakai, with guitarist Fumihito Machida, bassist Hiroyasu Hoshi, drummer Kousuke Michikura, and keyboardist Kimitaka Ikezawa. They worked on various anime projects and gained popularity for their music.... Read more

ZARD was a pop band founded by vocalist Izumi Sakai, with guitarist Fumihito Machida, bassist Hiroyasu Hoshi, drummer Kousuke Michikura, and keyboardist Kimitaka Ikezawa. They worked on various anime projects and gained popularity for their music. Sadly, ZARD stopped releasing new music after Izumi Sakai's passing in 2007, but the band has since commemorated their legacy with anniversary live shows. With their powerful vocals and impactful songs, ZARD remains one of Japan's top-selling music artists to date.