TAIKING is the guitarist for the rock band Suchmos and has been attracting attention for his wide range of activities, including supporting many live performances by popular artists.
It has been decided that a new collaborative song series will be started as part of his solo project.
Following the release of “Rules feat. Tao Tsuchiya” in 2023, she will continue to release collaborative songs with artists with diverse voices.
As the first release in this series, the new song “Step By Step (feat. Shota Aratani)” featuring former yonawo member Shota Aratani will be released on Wednesday, June 19th.
The combination of TAIKING’s light guitar sound and Shota Aratani’s mellow vocal work makes this a perfect song for the upcoming season.
In addition, the Audio Visualizer for this song will be released on the TAIKING Official YouTube channel at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, June 19th.
[TAIKING Comment]
When was that?
I don’t really remember when this song was created…
That means we were able to keep the production natural all the way to the end.
And above all, I’m glad I offered the role to Aratani-kun.
For some reason, I feel like we put in similar amounts of effort, and the lightness and simplicity of this song made me feel like we were able to have a conversation on the same level.
I hope you all enjoy taking a peek into that conversation.
[Comment from Shota Aratani]
The melody and rhythm make you feel light and happy on your feet.
The lyrics are in tune with the way we live our lives, taking one step at a time without rushing, and more than anything, you can feel TAIKING’s refreshing and kind personality in this song!
And let’s sing together
TAIKING
Digital single “Step By Step (feat. Shota Aratani)”
Release: 2024/06/19(Wed)
Streaming & Download: https://TAIKING.lnk.to/StepByStep
[TAIKING Profile]
He is the guitarist of the six-member rock band Suchmos, who held a one-man concert at their hometown Yokohama Stadium in 2019, drawing 30,000 people, just four years after their debut, and announced a hiatus in 2021. In August 2021, he launched his solo project with his first single, “Easy.” He has attracted attention by appearing at large festivals around the country, such as GREEN ROOM FESTIVAL, SWEET LOVE SHOWER, and VIVA LA ROCK. As a guitarist, he has supported the solo concerts of Vaundy Yanatori, Fujii Kaze, RADWIMPS, iri, and others. He has also been involved in a wide range of activities, including participating in recordings for works by Vaundy, Natori, RADWIMPS, Ado, Masaki Suda, and Kouki Okamoto (OKAMOTO’). In this project, he not only plays guitar but also vocals, bass, drums, and keys, demonstrating his multi-faceted talents. In September 2022, he will release his first album, “TOWNCRAFT,” and hold his first nationwide tour in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. In March 2024, he will hold his first acoustic tour, “TAIKING Acoustic Around “Cheers,” in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, with all shows sold out. He has also formed a community called “CONNECTION” with his friends, which aims to revitalize his hometown of Yokohama, and is also involved in community contribution activities such as various planning and cleaning activities.
■TAIKING SNS
X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/totsukataiki
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taikitotsuka
■TAIKING Official YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channe……Qd4NPlgPAg
■TAIKING Official Site & Fanclub “TAIKINGDOM”
https://taiking.fanpla.jp/ (Same URL)
[Shota Aratani Profile]
A singer-songwriter from Fukuoka. Former vocalist of yonawo. Will begin solo activities in earnest in 2024. Digitally releases 1st single “Namida” on Wednesday, April 17th, 2nd single “Aikotoba” on Wednesday, May 15th, and 3rd single “Shion” on Wednesday, June 12th.
■Shodai Aratani Official Site
https://aratanishota.com
■ Shota Aratani Official YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@ArataniShota
■ Shota Aratani SNS
X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/araaraaratani
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/araaraaratani
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