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]
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Birth name | Ryo Kawakita (川北 亮) |
Also known as | Maximum the Ryo |
Born | (1978-12-13) December 13, 1978 (age 43) |
Origin | Tokyo, Japan |
Genres | Nu metal, hardcore punk |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
Years active | 1999 - present |
Labels | VAP |
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][failed verification] 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.[citation needed]
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