Koshi Inaba
Japanese singer-songwriter and musician
Born
September 23rd, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Japan
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A singer-songwriter active since the 1980s, this artist gained prominence as the lead vocalist of the rock band B'z. The band has achieved commercial success with numerous chart-topping albums and singles in Japan. In addition to work with B'z, this artist has released solo music, contributing to the Japanese music scene. The unique blend of rock and pop in the music resonated widely with audiences, leading to high album sales and sold-out concerts.
Lead vocalist of the rock band B'z
Released successful solo albums
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