Ryo Kawakita

Ryo Kawakita (川北 亮, Kawakita Ryō, born December 13, 1978), also known as Maximum the Ryo (マキシマムザ亮君 Makishimamu Za Ryō-kun), is the guitarist, songwriter and singer of Japanese metal band Maximum the Hormone.[1]

Maximum the Ryo
Background information
Birth nameRyo Kawakita (川北 亮)
Also known asMaximum the Ryo
Born (1978-12-13) December 13, 1978
OriginTokyo, Japan
GenresNu metal, hardcore punk
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar, vocals
Years active1999 - present
LabelsVAP
Associated actsMaximum the Hormone

General information

Ryo had played guitar since his years in junior high school. He was recruited into the band Maximum the Hormone by his sister Nao Kawakita after the departure of Key.[2] His guitar playing is heavy and influenced by metal, punk, and hard rock bands including Tool, System of a Down, NOFX, The Ramones, Korn, Mr. Bungle, Pantera, Oasis, The Fall of Troy, Molotov, Cheap Trick.[1]

Ryo made a guest appearance with Wagdug Futuristic Unity on "Systematic People", a track from Wagdug's Hakai album. "Systematic People" was also used as the opening theme for the anime series Kurozuka.

References
  1. "Maximum the Ryo member profile". 55mth.com (in Japanese).
  2. "Maximum the Hormone at JaME". jumusiceuropa.com.
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