Hearts Grow
Encyclopedia
Hearts Grow was a Japanese band from Motobu
, Okinawa
. Their first single Grow!! was released independently (in limited quantities) on 19 April 2006. Hearts Grow made their major label debut on 18 October 2006, with the release of their first single Road. Their second single was released in Japan on 6 December 2006. They are known for performing the ninth opening of Naruto
, the fourth ending of Demashita! Powerpuff Girls Z
, the fourth opening for Gintama
and the first opening of Tetsuwan Birdy: Decode.
As of late 2009 the band has been on hiatus. The lead singer Haruna plans on a solo career.
Motobu, Okinawa
is a town located in Kunigami District, Okinawa, Japan.As of 2003, the town has an estimated population of 14,481 and a density of 266.69 persons per km²...
, Okinawa
Okinawa Prefecture
is one of Japan's southern prefectures. It consists of hundreds of the Ryukyu Islands in a chain over long, which extends southwest from Kyūshū to Taiwan. Okinawa's capital, Naha, is located in the southern part of Okinawa Island...
. Their first single Grow!! was released independently (in limited quantities) on 19 April 2006. Hearts Grow made their major label debut on 18 October 2006, with the release of their first single Road. Their second single was released in Japan on 6 December 2006. They are known for performing the ninth opening of Naruto
Naruto
is an ongoing Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto. The plot tells the story of Naruto Uzumaki, an adolescent ninja who constantly searches for recognition and aspires to become the Hokage, the ninja in his village who is acknowledged as the leader and the strongest of...
, the fourth ending of Demashita! Powerpuff Girls Z
Demashita! Powerpuff Girls Z
Powerpuff Girls Z, known in Japan as or PPGZ for short, is a magical girl anime series based on the American animated television series The Powerpuff Girls. The anime is co-produced by Cartoon Network Japan and Aniplex and was animated by Toei Animation, featuring character design by Miho Shimogasa...
, the fourth opening for Gintama
Gintama
, also known as Gintama, is a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Hideaki Sorachi and serialized, beginning on December 8, 2003, in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump...
and the first opening of Tetsuwan Birdy: Decode.
As of late 2009 the band has been on hiatus. The lead singer Haruna plans on a solo career.
Band members
| Name | Katakana | Instrument | Birth date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haruna | ハルナ | Vocal | 27 October 1986 |
| Chiaki | チアキ | Keyboards & Vocal | 23 October 1986 |
| Natsumi | ナツミ | Guitar | 24 May 1986 |
| Shintarō | シンタロウ | Guitar | 15 February 1987 |
| Yūsuke | ユウスケ | Bass & Backup vocal | 17 February 1988 |
Former
| Name | Katakana | Instrument | Birth date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yūya( Left due to injuring his arm ) | ユウヤ | Drums | 26 January 1987 |
Mini-Albums
| Single | Title | Tracks | Release date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | ハーツグロウ Hearts Grow |
Futari (ふたり) Smile Tsuyoku (強く) Human's Hearts |
14 February 2005 | |
| 2nd | Grow Smile Futari (ふたり) Kame (カメ) |
19 April 2006 | ||
| 3rd | サマーチャンプルー Summer Champloo |
Chiisa na Koi no Uta (小さな恋のうた) Himawari-Chanpuu, Rafutei, Spam Mix (ひまわり-ちゃんぷるう、らふてい、スパム Mix) Shimanchu nu Takara (島人ぬ宝) Road-Sweet Fuchagi Mix BestFriend Yura Yura-Ryukyu HAYASHI Mix (ユラユラ) |
22 August 2007 |
Singles
| Single | Title | Tracks | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Road |
|
18 October 2006 |
| 2nd | ユラユラ Yura Yura |
|
6 December 2006 |
| 3rd | ひまわり Himawari |
|
13 June 2007 |
| 4th | かさなる影 Kasanaru Kage |
|
23 January 2008 |
| 5th | そら Sora |
|
3 September 2008 |
External links
- Official Websites:
Ajisai Music
Hearts Grow