Rythem
Encyclopedia
is a Japan
ese Pop
/Singer-songwriter
duo consisting of two female members, and . They are signed to Sony Music Japan. In addition to their vocals, Yui plays the piano while Yuka plays the guitar. Rythem is notable for flowing, fluid harmonies and cheerful, upbeat melodies.
in the Sony Music Audition. In May 2003, Rythem's first single Harmonia
was released and was used as the second ending theme song for hit TV TOKYO
anime series, Naruto
. Following the successful release of their debut single, 4 more singles and the debut album, Utatane
were released before Hōki Gumo was released in early 2005 as a single for the first opening theme of yet another hit TV TOKYO anime series, Yakitate!! Japan
.
The 8th single, 20 Tsubu no Kokoro
was a collection of tunes written and performed each by Yui and Yuka dedicated to each other. The 9th single, Kokoro Bīdama
was used as the 6th and final ending theme song of Yakitate!! Japan, rounding up their involvement with that anime series. The 10th single will be titled Negai
and will be used as the ending theme of Nippon TV show Sukkiri (スッキリ). Rythem's 2nd album and coinciding DVD was released in May and June 2006, respectively compiling their works, post-UTATANE as well as including some full length versions of short pieces which were performed on their weekly radio show "Enjoy Your Time!".
Busily promoting new up and coming talent, Rythem then headed out in late 2006 to perform a series of live concerts entitled "Acoustic PoP". With their busy schedule on the road, Rythem managed to pull out one single in time for the Spring season and the plentiful visual sights of cherry blossoms, named Sakura Uta
(or 'song of the cherry blossoms') in early 2007. As well as being a tie-in for the anime series Deltora Quest
(first ending theme), this single also marks the beginning of the "Third Stage" or Rythem's venture into the music arena.
As Summer quickly dawns, a 12th single has been announced to reflect the atmosphere of the season once again - Hotarubi or 'firefly'. Hotarubi was initially scheduled for release in August 2006, but was postponed for further tweaking in the areas of lyrics and arrangement. Their latest album, 23
was released on October 1, 2008.
Both two member has written songs for other artists: Yuka had written two songs, "Moment" and "I my me", for Yui Horie
. She also wrote the lyrics for all the songs (and composed a few) of Rie Tanaka
's album, Kokoro, which was out on October 20, 2010. Yui had also contributed a composition ("Frame") for the same album of Tanaka's and wrote "Milk" for Rina Sakamoto. However, she also recorded a duet ("Laundry") with Rie fu
this year for said artist's album, at Rie sessions.
A complete box set of 5 Blu-spec CDs and 5 DVDs, "RYTHEM COMPLETE BOX～Music of the people, by the people, for the people", is scheduled for release on 25 May 2011. It has a full collection of all their songs (a total of 72), including a new one called "Ai no Kotoba" (Words of Love). The DVDs contain all their music videos, footage of their final live performance, documentaries of their 7 years of publicity and interviews. Along with the 10 discs, the box ships with a booklet and a pair of character figurines of the duo (designed by YUI herself).
In the official announcement on their homepage, Yui and Yuka stated that they will use their full names to perform music in the future. Yui and Yuka have already began work as solo artists, with Yui changing her stage name to "Neat's". Yuka mentioned in an update to subscribers of her mailing list on 11 March 2011 that she has been recording demos, and it was announced that YUI will perform in a charity event, "＆SACHI vol.HOPE", on 24 May 2011 as a guest.
Compilation album:
"RYTHEM COMPLETE BOX～Music of the people, by the people, for the people"
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
ese Pop
Pop music
Pop music is usually understood to be commercially recorded music, often oriented toward a youth market, usually consisting of relatively short, simple songs utilizing technological innovations to produce new variations on existing themes.- Definitions :David Hatch and Stephen Millward define pop...
/Singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriters are musicians who write, compose and sing their own musical material including lyrics and melodies. As opposed to contemporary popular music singers who write their own songs, the term singer-songwriter describes a distinct form of artistry, closely associated with the...
duo consisting of two female members, and . They are signed to Sony Music Japan. In addition to their vocals, Yui plays the piano while Yuka plays the guitar. Rythem is notable for flowing, fluid harmonies and cheerful, upbeat melodies.
History
Rythem's talents as singer/songwriters, with flowing melodies and harmonies, began to shine as they worked with their own original tune Hitoritabi ShararuranHitoritabi Shararuran
is the fourth single of the Japanese-pop duo Rythem. It was released on April 21, 2004 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. This is the first single that the duo released in year 2004 yet it didn't gain much popularity since the single only peaked at the #137 in the Oricon weekly charts,...
in the Sony Music Audition. In May 2003, Rythem's first single Harmonia
Harmonia
-Art:* Harmonia , an outdoor sculpture by Achim Kühn in Turku, Finland-Antiquity:* Harmonia , the Greek goddess of harmony and concord* Harmonia -Art:* Harmonia (sculpture), an outdoor sculpture by Achim Kühn in Turku, Finland-Antiquity:* Harmonia (mythology), the Greek goddess of harmony and...
was released and was used as the second ending theme song for hit TV TOKYO
TV Tokyo
is a television station headquartered in Toranomon, Minato, Tokyo, Japan. Also known as , a blend of "terebi" and "Tokyo", it is the key station of TX Network. It is one of the major Tokyo television stations, particularly specializing in anime...
anime series, 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...
. Following the successful release of their debut single, 4 more singles and the debut album, Utatane
Utatane
Utatane is the first album from the Japanese duo RYTHEM, released in 2004.-Track listing:#"風船雲" Balloon Cloud 4:02#"ハルモニア" Harmonia 4:16#"一人旅シャラルラン" Travelling Alone 4:36...
were released before Hōki Gumo was released in early 2005 as a single for the first opening theme of yet another hit TV TOKYO anime series, Yakitate!! Japan
Yakitate!! Japan
is a manga, authored by Takashi Hashiguchi, serialized in Shogakukan's Shōnen Sunday, which has been adapted into a television anime series by Sunrise. The manga has spanned 25 tankōbon volumes, as of January, 2007, while the weekly serialization of the manga has ended as of January 10, 2007...
.
The 8th single, 20 Tsubu no Kokoro
20 Tsubu no Kokoro
is Rythem's eighth single. It was released on January 1, 2006 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. This single was only able to reach the #63 spot in the Oricon weekly charts.The item's stock number is AICL-1664.-Track listing:#20 Tsubu no Kokoro...
was a collection of tunes written and performed each by Yui and Yuka dedicated to each other. The 9th single, Kokoro Bīdama
Kokoro Bidama
is the J-pop duo Rythem's ninth single. It was released on March 1, 2006 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the sixth ending theme for the anime Yakitate!! Japan making this their second and last tie-in with the said anime series...
was used as the 6th and final ending theme song of Yakitate!! Japan, rounding up their involvement with that anime series. The 10th single will be titled Negai
Negai
is the sixteenth single by B'z, released on May 31, 1995. This song is one of B'z many number-one singles in Oricon chart. It sold over 1,498,000 copies according to Oricon....
and will be used as the ending theme of Nippon TV show Sukkiri (スッキリ). Rythem's 2nd album and coinciding DVD was released in May and June 2006, respectively compiling their works, post-UTATANE as well as including some full length versions of short pieces which were performed on their weekly radio show "Enjoy Your Time!".
Busily promoting new up and coming talent, Rythem then headed out in late 2006 to perform a series of live concerts entitled "Acoustic PoP". With their busy schedule on the road, Rythem managed to pull out one single in time for the Spring season and the plentiful visual sights of cherry blossoms, named Sakura Uta
Sakura Uta
Rythem's eleventh single is entitled and it was released on February 28, 2007 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The single was meant to be released in time for the spring season of 2007. The title track was used as the ending theme for the anime series Deltora Quest...
(or 'song of the cherry blossoms') in early 2007. As well as being a tie-in for the anime series Deltora Quest
Deltora Quest
Deltora Quest may refer to:*Deltora Quest *Deltora Quest...
(first ending theme), this single also marks the beginning of the "Third Stage" or Rythem's venture into the music arena.
As Summer quickly dawns, a 12th single has been announced to reflect the atmosphere of the season once again - Hotarubi or 'firefly'. Hotarubi was initially scheduled for release in August 2006, but was postponed for further tweaking in the areas of lyrics and arrangement. Their latest album, 23
23 (Rythem album)
23 is the third album from the Japanese duo, Rythem. It is set to be released on October 1, 2008 under their label, Sony Music Entertainment Japan...
was released on October 1, 2008.
Both two member has written songs for other artists: Yuka had written two songs, "Moment" and "I my me", for Yui Horie
Yui Horie
is a popular Japanese singer and voice actress. She is sometimes affectionately nicknamed by her Japanese fans.She hosts a radio show called and is the founding member of the singing group, Aice5. She is also a member of the band Kurobara Hozonkai, with the name YUIEL...
. She also wrote the lyrics for all the songs (and composed a few) of Rie Tanaka
Rie Tanaka
is a singer and voice actress . Notable among her numerous roles are Lacus Clyne in Gundam Seed and Gundam Seed Destiny, Chii and Freya in Chobits, Minna-Dietlinde Wilcke in Strike Witches and Suigintou in the anime adaptation of Rozen Maiden.-Personal life:As a child, Tanaka took singing classes...
's album, Kokoro, which was out on October 20, 2010. Yui had also contributed a composition ("Frame") for the same album of Tanaka's and wrote "Milk" for Rina Sakamoto. However, she also recorded a duet ("Laundry") with Rie fu
Rie fu
, born on January 11, 1985, in Tokyo, is a Japanese singer-songwriter. She resides in Tokyo but frequently travels to the United Kingdom to record and promote her work.-Personal life:...
this year for said artist's album, at Rie sessions.
Breakup
It was announced on October 24, 2010 on a live streaming video that all activities of Rythem will end on February 27, 2011, after the group's "Final Fantasy Live: The Best Rhythm in Rythem's History" performance on that day. Their last single, "A Flower", was released on November 10, 2010. The music video has the word "Fin" at the end. Their final album, Rythem, was released on December 8, 2010.A complete box set of 5 Blu-spec CDs and 5 DVDs, "RYTHEM COMPLETE BOX～Music of the people, by the people, for the people", is scheduled for release on 25 May 2011. It has a full collection of all their songs (a total of 72), including a new one called "Ai no Kotoba" (Words of Love). The DVDs contain all their music videos, footage of their final live performance, documentaries of their 7 years of publicity and interviews. Along with the 10 discs, the box ships with a booklet and a pair of character figurines of the duo (designed by YUI herself).
In the official announcement on their homepage, Yui and Yuka stated that they will use their full names to perform music in the future. Yui and Yuka have already began work as solo artists, with Yui changing her stage name to "Neat's". Yuka mentioned in an update to subscribers of her mailing list on 11 March 2011 that she has been recording demos, and it was announced that YUI will perform in a charity event, "＆SACHI vol.HOPE", on 24 May 2011 as a guest.
Discography
Studio album:- UtataneUtataneUtatane is the first album from the Japanese duo RYTHEM, released in 2004.-Track listing:#"風船雲" Balloon Cloud 4:02#"ハルモニア" Harmonia 4:16#"一人旅シャラルラン" Travelling Alone 4:36...
- Mugen FactoryMugen FactoryMugen Factory is the second album from the Japanese duo Rythem. It was released on May 24, 2006 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan...
- 2323 (Rythem album)23 is the third album from the Japanese duo, Rythem. It is set to be released on October 1, 2008 under their label, Sony Music Entertainment Japan...
- Rythem
Compilation album:
- Best Story
"RYTHEM COMPLETE BOX～Music of the people, by the people, for the people"
Singles
- HarmoniaHarmonia (song)is Rythem's debut single which was released on May 21, 2003 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan. The title track was used as the second ending theme for the anime series Naruto...
- Released: May 21, 2003 - Tenkyu (New Summer Version)Tenkyu (New Summer Version)is Rythem's second single. It was released on August 6, 2003 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan. The title track is a rearrangement of the B-side song in their previous single Harmonia and was used as the ending theme for the anime series Hamtaro...
- Released: August 6, 2003 - Blue Sky BlueBlue Sky Blueis the J-pop duo Rythem's third single under Sony Music Entertainment Japan. This single was released on November 19, 2003. The single only managed to peak at the #94 spot in the Oricon weekly charts making it their second consecutive single that didn't reach the top 30 and the second weakest...
- Released: November 9, 2003 - Hitoritabi ShararuranHitoritabi Shararuranis the fourth single of the Japanese-pop duo Rythem. It was released on April 21, 2004 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. This is the first single that the duo released in year 2004 yet it didn't gain much popularity since the single only peaked at the #137 in the Oricon weekly charts,...
- Released: April 21, 2004 - Mangekyō KirakiraMangekyo Kirakirais the J-pop duo Rythem's fifth single. It was released on May 26, 2004 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the theme song for Nippon Television's drama entitled Hikari to Tomo ni... ~Jiheishouji wo Kakaete~...
- Released: May 26, 2004 - Houki GumoHouki Gumois Rythem's sixth single. It was released on January 26, 2005 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the theme song for the anime series Yakitate!! Japan...
- Released: January 26, 2005 - Mikazuki RhapsodyMikazuki Rhapsodyis Rythem's seventh single. It was released on August 24, 2005 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS drama entitled Sekai Ururun Taizaiki...
- Released: August 24, 2005 - 20 Tsubu no Kokoro20 Tsubu no Kokorois Rythem's eighth single. It was released on January 1, 2006 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. This single was only able to reach the #63 spot in the Oricon weekly charts.The item's stock number is AICL-1664.-Track listing:#20 Tsubu no Kokoro...
- Released: January 1, 2006 - Kokoro BīdamaKokoro Bidamais the J-pop duo Rythem's ninth single. It was released on March 1, 2006 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the sixth ending theme for the anime Yakitate!! Japan making this their second and last tie-in with the said anime series...
- Released: March 1, 2006 - NegaiNegai (song)is the J-pop duo Rythem's tenth single and was released on March 1, 2006 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the ending theme for the Nippon Television's TV show Soukai Jouhou BARAETI SUKKIRI!!...
- Released: April 26, 2006 - Sakura UtaSakura UtaRythem's eleventh single is entitled and it was released on February 28, 2007 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The single was meant to be released in time for the spring season of 2007. The title track was used as the ending theme for the anime series Deltora Quest...
- Released: February 28, 2007 - HotarubiHotarubi (song)is Rythem's twelfth single which was released on February 28, 2007 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo's show FIGHTENSION☆SCHOOL...
- Released: July 18, 2007 - WINNER - Released: October 10, 2007
- Bitter & Sweet - Released: November 17, 2007
- Kubisuji LineKubisuji Lineis Rythem's fourteenth single. It was released on February 20, 2008 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. The title track was used as the theme song for Nikkatsu Co. Ltd.'s film entitled Naoko. Aishikata was used as the campaign song for Nippon Travel Agency Co., Ltd.'s Akai Fuusen Sotsugyou...
- Released: February 10, 2008 - Love Call/Akari no ArikaLove Callis Rythem's fifteenth single and the duo's first double-A side and collaboration single . It was released on July 23, 2008 under Sony Music Entertainment Japan label. Love Call is used as an ending theme for the Nippon TV's drama Sukkiri!! making this the group's second tie-in with the said drama...
- Released: July 23, 2008 - Gyuttoshite - Release Date: July 29, 2009
- Tsunaide te - Release Date: November 11, 2009
- Mudai - Release Date: July 7, 2010
- A Flower - Release Date: November 10, 2010