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FUEKISS!! / フエキッスBAY-FUNKの生みの親ことサウンド・プロデューサー=FUEKISS!!(DJは'05で消去。)
彼の作る、BAY-FUNKサウンドとはラッパー&シンガーのFlowを十二分に発揮する
演出感ばっちりな所にあるだろう。これまでに、NORAはもちろんの事、ウエスト・コーストなアーティスト「AK-69 aka Kallasy Nikoff(名古屋),II-J(豊橋),Big Ron(横須賀),Ghetto Inc(横須賀)Say,Challi(蒲郡),Hyena(横浜),Destino(東京),LGY(仙台),U-lala」にも楽曲提供&プロデュースを行っている。又、FUEKISS!!の名が全国区になったのは、BENNIE Kのフューチュアリングアルバム=THE BENNIE K SHOW(BENNIE K feat GIPPER / Puppy Love)や
BENNIE K 4th ALBUM Japanarhym (BENNIE K feat GIPPER / Puppy Love pt.2 )等の500,000オーバーセールスのアルバムにも楽曲提供したのは言わずもがな。センスと時代のシンクロ性を確かな作曲アプローチで、Bay-FunkをコントロールするFUEKISS!!は時代の風雲児と言えるだろう。
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FUEKISS's BIOGRAPHYFuekiss, (born March 14, 1976 in Nakahara-Ward, Kawasaki-City, Kanagawa-Pref, Japan) is a producer and track maker. He is the maestro of the japanese hip hop group NORA, and was also a member of Browned Eyed Soul (constisted of Fuekiss, U-lala & Thesis). He has produced all of NORA's albums as well many NORA solo and affiliate projects.
His production technique has evolved significantly over the years. His innovative techniques include the inclusion of dramatic flavour in some of his beats, an influence on successful producers such as Bennie K (Tokyo), Big Ron (Yokosuka), Ghetto Inc (Yokosuka), AK-69 a.k.a. Kalassy Nikoff (Nagoya), II-J (Toyohashi), Hyena (Yokohama), Distino (Yokohama) and LGY (Sendai), use of high & slow-pitched cinematic strings, and an avant garde, experimental approach which has inspired many artists in the genre of underground japanese hiphop. He is responsible for the NORA's trademark sound, providing all the beats for the group's albums and many of the members' most respected solo albums.
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GIPPER / ジッパーas LAIDBACK STYLE川崎に拠点を置く、ベイファンク集団(NORA)の筆頭MC。2004年のソロデビューから、4枚のシングルとフルアルバム、ミニアルバムを各1枚ずつリリース。また、これまでに何度にも渡るBENNIE Kとのコラボレーションによって、ヒップホップ以外のフィールドからの支持も厚く、2007年BENNIE K全国ツアーにもゲストとして参加が決定!
遂に発売される2ndアルバム『GIP'CODE』はオリコンウィークリーチャート初登場87位を
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GIPPER'S BIOGRAPHYGipper (born May 02, 1980, in Shinjyuku, TOKYO) is a japanese rapper & exclusive model for Indoor (Yokohama). Gipper is best known as an MC in the Japanese West Cost hiphop scene, and for being one of producer Fuekiss's most notable artists. His catch phrase is widely known as "Metome attara shaburie dau" meaning, "When my eyes matches your eyes, it began to make you suck my penis." (HIGH-ERO-GRAPH)
He formarly named himself as "GIP LOCK" because he smoked often and the packaged he stored was the plastic bag with the ziplock on it, and he took the stage name GIP LOCK when he began recording. He changed his name to GIPPER in 2000, when he left his original rap crew GIO FRONT and joined with NORA Records.
According to KSR Records, he has sold over 50,000 copies of his 1st albums “GIP’lock” in Japan.
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II DOGG / ツードッグFROM 川崎 FINEST=NORA CREW。(ノラクルー)2000年夏結成後、G-FUNK ミュージックをル−ツにBAY-FUNKを提唱するラップ集団。これまでにNORA名義で3枚のフルアルバムとシングルを1枚リリース。又、全国のウエスト・コーストミュージックを主体としたアーティストのコンピレーションアルバム「PLATINUM ROUTE / READY TO RIDE」の監修/プロデュースも行っている。そのNORAクルーのソロプロジェクト第3弾がこのII DOGGだ。
独特なフロウと舌を巻くライミングが絶品の「TRIPPEN(トリッペン)」と攻撃的かつ音速で駆け抜けるタフな声の持ち主として名の通る「YOZE(ヨーズ)」からなるユニット。ロックをふんだんに取り入れた、ラップスタイルはこれまでに類を見ない事でも有名。ミクスチャーとは違う、ヒップホップのグルーヴを残しながら、もっともノれる事は聴いての通りだろう。まさに、ヒップホップ進化論を唱えた問題作『TOO DOGG』も絶賛発売中!
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II DOGG's BIOGRAPHYII DOGG (Trippen & Yoze) is a Japanese hip hop & rock tasted group from Kawasaki-City, Kanagawa-Pref. One aspect of their popularity is their attitude towards work and the power that enoy to the fullest. II-DOGG is the first Japanese rap group to have rock taste in their album.
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NEECH / ニーチ as PEACEFUL STYLE中学時代をインドで過ごし、生活の中でその“ヴァイブ”にやられる。日本語ではなく英語が“ぎりぎり”のその世界観/環境の中で“言葉遊び“ “表現方法”という点から“ラッパー”になることを決意。日本帰国後に、NORAのメンバーとして正式なアーティスト活動を開始。
今までに3枚のアルバム他、スマッシュヒットシングル“PAGE OF 24”で多くの人々に共感と感動を与えた。(カラオケDAMに全国にエントリーされる)又、NORAの YOZEと書いたコラボ曲(PUFF PUFF MONDE ALL UP!)は、全世界で100万以上セールスを上げたX-BOXソフト〔PROJECT GOTHAM RACING.2〕に起用され、一躍クローズ・アップを受ける。そして、ローライダーコンピレーション“READY TO RIDE”にも参加と様々なフロウ・スタイルを持つNEECHのデビュー・フル・アルバム『NEECH WITH FIZZ』も絶賛発売中!
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Neech's BIOGRAPHYNeech (born December 07, 1977 in Totsuka, Yokohama) is a japanese rapper who also writes lyrics in English. After working with NORA on 3rd album "Junk Food – addicted to the Bay-Funk", Neech released his debut album “Neech with Fizz” in 2005, during which he found modest hits with "BAYFUNKALIPS", "TANGORAY" and "BOMB NUMBER ". This album is now considered an overlooked classic.
Neech spent his jr high school times in India and deceived the "Vibes". Experiencing various cultures, music and lifestyle, Neech began writing lyrics in English. After he returned home, he became an official member of NORA.
Many were impressed with his relatable lyrics from smash hits like "PAGE OF 24" and “PUFF PUFF MONDE ALL UP” collaboration with YOZE from NORA (appointed as X-BOX software [PROJECT GOTHAM RACING.2]) which sold over 1,000,000 copies universally and attracted attention from various media.
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NORA / ノラ as BAY-FUNK STYLE2000年、夏結成。川崎/新丸子産のオリジナル・サウンド=BAY-FUNKを全国に浸透させるべく、NORA(ノラ)を結成。 メンバーは、NEECH(ニーチ),TICKY“D”TAC(ティキディタック),YOZE(ヨーズ)TRIPPEN(トリッペン),GIPPER(ジッパー)の5MCにトラックメーカーのFUEKISS!!(フエキッス!!)を加えた6名。これまでに、ベスト盤を含めた4枚のアルバムと2枚のシングルをリリースしている。又、もともとソロの集団であった事から、各ソロでも4枚のアルバムを世に出している。2007年8月8日に3年ぶりとなる4th アルバム「Doggy's Time」をりリリース予定!-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NORA’BIOGRAPHY* Born : August 2000
* Place: Shin-Maruko, Musashikosugi, Kawasaki-City, Kanagawa-Pref.
* Crew : 1 Track Maker (Fuekiss) &
5 MCs(Gipper,Neech,Yoze,Trippen,Ticky-D)The NORA is a Japanese Hip Hop collective from Kawasaki-City, Kanagawa-Pref, Japan, which began the careers of 1 track maker (Fuekiss) & 5 MCs (Gipper, Neech, Yoze, Trippen, Ticky-D). The group started with just five members, Ticky-D, Trippen, Gipper, Neech and Yoze. The group later added four members and was composed of nine MCs until the withdrawal of Lay-D & AK the Bandee in 2002 and Jun & Mascottboy in 2005. The crew name comes from the original japanese dog, which also has the meaning for “Unchained.
NORA's blend of gritty Japanese soul, fluid raps and the rolling G-funk of their NORA Records crew epitomized the Kanagawa wing of hip-hop's rising force, the Bay-Funk, during the early ‘00s. Along with H.G.P. (DJ Fillmore, Hyena, Distino), NORA took Kanagawa hip-hop in bold, innovative new directions: less reliance on aggression, more positivity and melody, thicker arrangements, and intricate lyrics. After NORA released their first Album "Noraaaah – Justa introduction of Bay-Funk", the quintet embarked on a run of over 10,000 sales albums spiked with several hit singles, enjoying numerous critical accolades in addition to their success.
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Ticky"D"Tac / ティキディタック as QUICK FLOW STYLEh.g.pの看板ラッパー=HYENAと、KC(Kanagawa Conection)を結成後、NORAの前身=SHIVA DOGGからNORA DOGGへの融合/進化のパイオニア・ラッパー=Ticky"D"Tac。英語と日本語を織り交ぜる独特なフロウの持ち主。ファーストアルバム〜現在に至るまで様々なキラーチューンを連発する、マスタースキル・オブ・ラッパー。NORAでのアルバム他、様々のアーティストとの、フューチュアリングも積極的に行っている。Ticky-Dのソロ名義
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TICKY"D"TAC's BIOGRAPHYTICKY"D"TAC(born Novermber 08, 1978), better known as his real name Takuto or shorten name Ticky-D, is an Japanese Hip hop artist and also a member of Shiva Dogg (Ticky-D & Trippen) & Kanagawa Connection (Ticky-D & Hyena from H.G.P). Ticky-D was born in Iwata-City, Shizuoka, but graduated from Ontario’s A.Y.Jackson High School in 1998. He is best known for bilingual lyrics like "Soceity" as well as smooth rap like "Conver de Boogie", "Page of 23", "Page of 24", & "Sea Side Walk". He has also appeared in several other artist CDs. Ticky”D”Tac is an important figure within the Japanese hip hop community,
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TRIPPEN / トリッペン as TONGUE ROLLING STYLE2000年、夏結成以来のオリジナル・ノラメンバー。NOARの前にはTICKY-Dと共にSHIVA DOGG時代を築き、渋谷VUENOS,ASIAなどで活動。彼特有の“巻き舌”スタイルと声にすごく特徴があり、活動幅を広げている。又、何者にも縛られない、独特の世界観を持ち、究曲を極める。
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TRIPPEN's BIOGRAPHYTrippen (born October 03, 1978), is an Japanese rapper, a member of II-DOGG(Tripeen&Yoze) and a member of Shiva Dogg (Trippen&Ticky”D”Tac). Trippen was born in Ichigao, Yokohama, but graduated from Ontario's Yorkmills High School in 1998. After he returned home, being a member of Shiva Dogg with Ticky-D and then officially became a member of NORA in 2000. He is best known as a “Tongue Rolling” style and started to affliate with other artists such as Destino (H.G.P).
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YOZE / ヨーズ as ぶっきらぼーSTYLE
2000年夏結成以来からのオリジナル・野良メンバー。彼の“ぶっきらぼー”スタイルは、ラップを始めた頃と何の変わりも無い。限りないパワーから生み出される彼のリリックは、多くのファン、特にバッド・ボーイズ、又女性ファンからも絶大な支持を受けている。
NORAの1stアルバムからの参加はもちろん。05年1月には盟友“TRIPPEN”とともにラップ&ロックユニット=II DOGG名義でALBUMもリリース。嗄れるまで伝える彼ならではの声と見事なステージングで観客を魅了をする。
2008年も期待のBIGアーティスト。
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YOZE's BIOGRAPHYYoze (born July 10, 1977), is a japanese rapper and also a member of II Dogg (Yoze&Trippen). Born in Saginuma, Kawasaki-City, Yoze grew up during the peak years of the 1990s yankee epidemic. By the time his II-Dogg’s debut album “TOO DOGG” was released in 2006, he was a central figure in Japanese West-Coast Hip Hop scene, and helped to make Kawasaki known for its hip-hop scene during a time when the genre was mostly dominated by other area-code artists.















