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| − | '''MAA''' is a [[J-Pop|Japanese electronica/pop]] singer and songwriter under the [[EXIT LINE]] label. Once the vocalist for the rock band [[MarBell]], she debuted as a solo artist in 2010, taking on a more electro/pop style. She is noted for her outgoing nature, and writes the lyrics for all of her songs. Her debut album, ''[[Monkey | + | '''MAA''' is a [[J-Pop|Japanese electronica/pop]] singer and songwriter under the [[EXIT LINE]] label. Once the vocalist for the rock band [[MarBell]], she debuted as a solo artist in 2010, taking on a more electro/pop style. She is noted for her outgoing nature, and writes the lyrics for all of her songs. Her debut album, ''[[Monkey Kingdom]]'', was released in December of 2010, and has garnered critical acclaim. |
==Profile== | ==Profile== | ||
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==Information== | ==Information== | ||
| − | MAA (real name and birth date unknown) is a Japanese electronica/pop artist, formerly known as MAR, the vocalist of short-lived rock group [[MarBell]]. After the group disbanded, she debuted in September 2010 with the electro-pop single, "[[ | + | MAA (real name and birth date unknown) is a Japanese electronica/pop artist, formerly known as MAR, the vocalist of short-lived rock group [[MarBell]]. After the group disbanded, she debuted in September 2010 with the electro-pop single, "[[Ghost Enemy]]", under the stage name MAA. Although just recently a solo artist, MAA has been an active musician since 2004. |
With thirteen tattoos on her body (the alligator on her back being her symbol), she is known for her rough nature due to her outgoing and carefree personality. Her exotic looks, due to an American father and Japanese mother, have drawn comparisons to many Western pop artists. Due to her eccentric attitude, many have given her the nickname, “psycho Cinderella”. | With thirteen tattoos on her body (the alligator on her back being her symbol), she is known for her rough nature due to her outgoing and carefree personality. Her exotic looks, due to an American father and Japanese mother, have drawn comparisons to many Western pop artists. Due to her eccentric attitude, many have given her the nickname, “psycho Cinderella”. | ||
| − | In September 2010, a rental-only single, "[[ | + | In September 2010, a rental-only single, "[[Ghost Enemy]]" was released, which sold over 11,500 copies on the [[Recochoku]] digital music store. In November 2010, a second rental-only single, [[Ballerina Brain System]] was released, which topped the club music charts on [[Recochoku]]. In December 2010, her debut mini-album, [[Monkey Kingdom]] was released. “My papa calls me a crazy monkey, so I titled the album Monkey Kingdom, as in my own kingdom,” she explained. “If people could have the chance to get to know me through this album, I think that’d be a good thing.” The album featured production from [[THE LOWBROWS]], [[Ricky]], and [[THE COMPANY]]. |
In January 2011, MAA confirmed via her [http://twitter.com/#!/MAA_7991/status/23765525741969408/ Twitter] that she was working on new material. | In January 2011, MAA confirmed via her [http://twitter.com/#!/MAA_7991/status/23765525741969408/ Twitter] that she was working on new material. | ||
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Born to an American father and a Japanese mother, MAA's "bewitching" appearance has the subject of much discussion among music fans. Many music websites have compared her look to American artists such as [[Wikipedia:Lady Gaga|Lady Gaga]]. In a NYLON JAPAN interview done in December 2010, MAA herself stated, "While I'm happy to be compared to Lady Gaga, the image I portray might be closer to Gwen Stefani. I feel like my style is full of components taken from people like Cyndi Lauper and Madonna." | Born to an American father and a Japanese mother, MAA's "bewitching" appearance has the subject of much discussion among music fans. Many music websites have compared her look to American artists such as [[Wikipedia:Lady Gaga|Lady Gaga]]. In a NYLON JAPAN interview done in December 2010, MAA herself stated, "While I'm happy to be compared to Lady Gaga, the image I portray might be closer to Gwen Stefani. I feel like my style is full of components taken from people like Cyndi Lauper and Madonna." | ||
| − | MAA's music has been compared to the likes of Western pop artists as well. NYLON JAPAN stated, | + | MAA's music has been compared to the likes of Western pop artists as well. NYLON JAPAN stated, [[Monkey Kingdom]]...boasts global-standard electro and R&B at its core alongside a diverse variety of genres including rock and dance." |
==Discography== | ==Discography== | ||
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| − | ===Singles=== | + | ===Other Singles=== |
| − | + | * [2010.09.22] [[Ghost Enemy]] | |
| − | * [ | + | * [2010.11.18] [[Ballerina Brain System]] (バレリーナ・ブレインシステム) |
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
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[[Category:J-Rock]] | [[Category:J-Rock]] | ||
[[Category:Blood Type A/B/O/AB]] | [[Category:Blood Type A/B/O/AB]] | ||
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Revision as of 20:52, 8 January 2011
MAA is a Japanese electronica/pop singer and songwriter under the EXIT LINE label. Once the vocalist for the rock band MarBell, she debuted as a solo artist in 2010, taking on a more electro/pop style. She is noted for her outgoing nature, and writes the lyrics for all of her songs. Her debut album, Monkey Kingdom, was released in December of 2010, and has garnered critical acclaim.
Contents
Profile
- Name: MAA (real name unknown)
- Birth date: January 25, 1986
- Birthplace: Yokosuka, Japan
- Favorite music genre: Rock, dance
Information
MAA (real name and birth date unknown) is a Japanese electronica/pop artist, formerly known as MAR, the vocalist of short-lived rock group MarBell. After the group disbanded, she debuted in September 2010 with the electro-pop single, "Ghost Enemy", under the stage name MAA. Although just recently a solo artist, MAA has been an active musician since 2004.
With thirteen tattoos on her body (the alligator on her back being her symbol), she is known for her rough nature due to her outgoing and carefree personality. Her exotic looks, due to an American father and Japanese mother, have drawn comparisons to many Western pop artists. Due to her eccentric attitude, many have given her the nickname, “psycho Cinderella”.
In September 2010, a rental-only single, "Ghost Enemy" was released, which sold over 11,500 copies on the Recochoku digital music store. In November 2010, a second rental-only single, Ballerina Brain System was released, which topped the club music charts on Recochoku. In December 2010, her debut mini-album, Monkey Kingdom was released. “My papa calls me a crazy monkey, so I titled the album Monkey Kingdom, as in my own kingdom,” she explained. “If people could have the chance to get to know me through this album, I think that’d be a good thing.” The album featured production from THE LOWBROWS, Ricky, and THE COMPANY.
In January 2011, MAA confirmed via her Twitter that she was working on new material.
Image
Born to an American father and a Japanese mother, MAA's "bewitching" appearance has the subject of much discussion among music fans. Many music websites have compared her look to American artists such as Lady Gaga. In a NYLON JAPAN interview done in December 2010, MAA herself stated, "While I'm happy to be compared to Lady Gaga, the image I portray might be closer to Gwen Stefani. I feel like my style is full of components taken from people like Cyndi Lauper and Madonna."
MAA's music has been compared to the likes of Western pop artists as well. NYLON JAPAN stated, Monkey Kingdom...boasts global-standard electro and R&B at its core alongside a diverse variety of genres including rock and dance."
Discography
Mini-Albums
- [2010.12.01] Monkey Kingdom
Other Singles
- [2010.09.22] Ghost Enemy
- [2010.11.18] Ballerina Brain System (バレリーナ・ブレインシステム)
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