Konirata
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| File:Konirata artist image.jpgKonirata artist image.jpg Konirata's Artist Image, March 2023 | |
| Born | Chris Drea 27 July 2000 Long Island, New York |
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| 📆 Years active | 2012–present |
Chris Drea (born 27 July 2000), also known by his stage name Konirata, is an American producer. He is currently signed to Virgin EMI Records[1] and Lantis.
Early life
Konirata was born in Selden, Long Island, New York. During high school, he was torn between his love for Anime and Basketball and his passion for Music. He eventually decided to pursue his music career during his junior year of high school.
After graduating from high school, Konirata attended college for a brief period before dropping out at the age of 19 to focus on producing professionally. He started producing music in Japan when he was 12, where he learned how to produce songs for different artists in genres such as J-pop and pop. This experience helped refine his unique sound and contributed to his growth as a producer and songwriter.
Konirata signed a deal to produce songs with Lantis in 2015 and with Virgin EMI Records in January 2023.[1]
2012–2019
Konirata's music career began on 15 August 2012 with the release of his first produced song, "お後がよろしくって…よ!".[2] In November 2017, he produced a song for the artist Asca (singer) [3]
In 2019 Drea worked with the vtuber Hanabasami Kyo on the song Ao ni Tamerau, which was released on April 4, 2019.
Drea collaborated with Spira Spica to produce the song "イヤヨイヤヨモスキノウチ!" which was released under Sony Music Entertainment Japan on August 28, 2019.
Drea produced the song "Magical Babyrinth" by DA PUMP, which was released on October 21, 2019, under Sonic Groove. Drea helped create the unique sound of the song.
Drea produced the song Devikyu by Yu Serizawa which was released under Avex Pictures on November 27, 2019
2020–Present: Chasing Technicolor Dreams
In August 2020, he collaborated with Japanese artist Takayoshi Tanimoto under Nippon Columbia. The song, "Unidentified Flying Ship", was released on 19 August 2020.[4]
In March 2021, he worked with Japanese band Uverworld on the song "Hour Glass" under Sony Music Entertainment Japan.
Drea released several singles in early 2023 after signing with Virgin EMI,[1] including "The Less We Talk", "Fantasy I Found", and "Moving".
Drea released his debut song in Japanese あなたの一日 under Lantis featuring the vocals of Takumi Ishida on March 8, 2023.
Drea confirmed that his debut album Chasing Technicolor Dreams was set to be released on May 19, 2023. Drea states that the album is simply a collection of 14 tracks that will take you on a journey through the ups and downs of his life. Drea has stated that the album has influences from AJR.
Influences
Drea has stated on multiple occasions that Kanye West is one of his biggest inspirations. "I loved everything, but it was Kanye West who really changed everything for me." Drea has also stated that he was inspired by Frank Ocean, AJR and Satoru Kōsaki. Drea has also made it known that he is a big fan of J Dilla and animated film studios Pixar and Studio Ghibli, drawing inspiration from the music and computer animation film studios for his album Chasing Technicolor Dreams. Drea explains that he loves how their movies are "simple yet presented in a way that is relatable". Drea credits much of his musical development and success to his bandmates whom he met while in college, expressing his love for them in a Facebook post stating, "Each member of my band has contributed to my growth and success by imparting their knowledge and skills to me. I make a conscious effort to surround myself with individuals who excel in areas where I may lack expertise." continuing "Therefore, it's rare to find someone, particularly in the music industry, in my circle whom I don't admire and respect".
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Pope, Jack. "Konirata Has Started Working with a Leading Record Brand: Music Producer Set to Take Career to New Heights". Retrieved 6 March 2023.
- ↑ "お後がよろしくって…よ!」 - じょしらく OP 歌詞 CC【極♨落女会】". 15 August 2012.
- ↑ "Asca - KOE Lyrics". genius.com. 22 November 2017.
- ↑ "オープニングテーマ「未確認飛行船」Music Videoの1コーラスが公開！谷本貴義ベスト配信アルバム「Career along」のジャケット写真も到着！！". Retrieved 6 March 2023.
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- 2000 births
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- Singers from New York (state)
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- Virgin EMI Records artists
- 21st-century American male musicians
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