The one and only female rocker "RIS" who put ennui vocals on the electro & guitar sound that echoes the pulse of UK rock.

She has been attracting attention for participating in the band set of Hidehito Ishii (cali≠gari)'s unit "GOATBED". It has been announced that it will be held on Friday, April 7th.

The album title ``OVERKILL = killing (ya) risugi'' gives off a dangerous scent,
Contains only killer tunes! This work boasts that
Based on RIS's own lyrics, composition, and programming,
Participation in The MORTAL led by Atsushi Sakurai (BUCK-TICK) as a sound producer,
Ken Mishiro, who is also known for supporting Kiyoharu's solo work for many years as an arranger and bandmaster.
With Motokatsu Miyagami (ex THE MAD CAPSULE MARKETS) on drums and Tsukusa Hayashi (ex SCARLET…etc) on bass,
Following the previous work, the song written by Chris Mosdell, known as YMO's lyricist,
Contains 6 songs including songs composed by Ken Sandai.

From the first song, it is inevitable that you will continue to be knocked out and fucked as if you are hitting one after another.

Furthermore, at the same time as the release announcement, a crowdfunding project for MV production started today.

He has directed music videos for L'Arc-en-Ciel, VAMPS, Plastic Tree, etc.
The movie "Soundtrack" starring Shibasaki Kou and SUGIZO will welcome the creator "Ken Nikai" who has won the "Best Screenplay Award" and "Best Cinematographer Award" at the Spanish International Fantastic Film Festival.

Takeshi Nikai's video that invites you to an aesthetic world with attention to detail, Ken Sandai's dramatic and passionate rock song, and RIS's lyrics with a cinematic storyline. It will be a video work that does not exist.

This project is titled "A project to produce the first MV for solo musician 'RIS' directed by filmmaker Takeshi Nikai", and the recruitment period is from 12:00 noon on Thursday, October 27th to Wednesday, November 30th, 2016. ) until 23:59.
For more information, please check the official website of the project.

▽ Project "Producing the first MV of solo musician 'RIS' with director Ken Nikai"
https://wefan.jp/crowdfunding/projects/ris

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[Work information]
RIS's first nationwide distribution mini-album
"OVERKILL" released on March 8, 2017
Price: ¥1,800
[Contents]
1. BE MY DOG
2. NOT TOO BAD
3. OVERKILL
4. COPs
5. LET IT DIE -LONG LIVE THE PHOENIX OF THE MIND- (PS4 "LET IT DIE" official participation song)
6. LOVE CLUB*
*Bonus track: remastered track from VA "HERE COME THE GIRL'ZOO"
(Bass: Matty (The HIGH) / Dr: DKO (about tess))

[Live information]
RIS “OVERKILL” RELEASE PARTY
by recording participants
One night only special live!

2017.4.7 (Friday)
Venue: Shibuya Star Lounge
Starring: RIS
Perform with…
G: Ken Mishiro (The MORTAL, u crack irigaru…etc)
B: Tsusa Hayashi (ex SCARLET…etc)
Dr: Motokatsu Miyagami (ex THE MAD CAPSULE MARKETS…etc)

["RIS" profile]
A solo unit by RIS (Vocal, Guitar, Programming). The 7th generation of rock'n'roll who was influenced by LONDON's new wave and glam rock and inherited its spirit.
The 80s new wave backing track, galactic rock guitar, cute voice and kitschy character are gaining popularity among core listeners and music professionals.
At live performances, they perform in a band style, and the audience is rapidly increasing with their coquettish performances that make use of their unimaginable driving guitar and slender style.
Recently, VISAGE and Suzie Quatro have performed as a guest act in Japan, attracting more attention.
Besides activities at RIS, Roman Porsche. , guitar support work for Masayuki Deguchi (ex GRASS VALLEY) live, guitarist for GOATBED (Hidehito Ishii (cali≠gari)) band set BEATGOD, designing CD jackets for various artists, etc. Active in both directions.

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[Official website]
http://r-i-s-u.com/

[Official Facebook]
https://www.facebook.com/RIS-100509703426576/

[Official Twitter]
@r_i_s_u