Miyavi: Biography, Facts and Career
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Takamasa Ishihara (石原 崇雅, Ishihara Takamasa; born September 14, 1981), better known by his stage name MIYAVI (雅, Miyabi, stylized in all caps), is a Japanese guitarist, singer-songwriter, record producer, and actor known for his finger-slapping style of playing a guitar. He has been active since 1999, first as guitarist for the visual kei rock band Dué le Quartz and then as a solo artist starting in 2002. In 2007, he became a member of the rock supergroup S.K.I.N. and in 2009 founded his own company, J-glam. He toured worldwide several times. From 2022 to 2024, he was a member of the supergroup The Last Rockstars. In 2014, Miyavi appeared in the motion picture Unbroken, directed by Angelina Jolie, and went on to undertake smaller roles in American productions such as Kong: Skull Island and Stray. Since 2013, Miyavi has been a volunteer at UNHCR, visiting refugee camps around the world. In November 2017, he was appointed an official Goodwill Ambassador.
Quick facts about Miyavi
- Full name: Miyavi
- Born: 1981-09-14
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q311181
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Who is Miyavi?
Takamasa Ishihara (石原 崇雅, Ishihara Takamasa; born September 14, 1981), better known by his stage name MIYAVI (雅, Miyabi, stylized in all caps), is a Japanese guitarist, singer-songwriter, record producer, and actor known for his finger-slapping style of playing a guitar. He has been active since 1999, first as guitarist for the visual kei rock band Dué le Quartz and then as a solo artist starting in 2002.
What nationality is Miyavi?
Miyavi is Japan.
When was Miyavi born?
Miyavi was born on 1981-09-14.
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