Syu | |
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 Syu performing with Galneryus in 2014 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | September 23, 1980 Ashiya, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan |
| Genres | Power metal, neo-classical metal, thrash metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Labels | HPQ, VAP, Warner Music Japan |
| Member of | Galneryus |
| Formerly of | Animetal |
| Website | Official website |
Syu (Japanese: シュウ, Hepburn: Shū) is a Japanese musician, best known as leader and guitarist of the power metal band Galneryus. He also performs guitar and lead vocals in Spinalcord (formerly known as Aushvitz) and was formerly a member of Animetal. Under his own name, Syu has released one studio album, one cover album and one instrumental album, each featuring collaborations with many guest musicians. He was voted Best Guitarist in online music magazine Beeast's music awards four years in a row, from 2015 to 2018.[1][2][3][4] His work on Galneryus' song "Emotions" was named the 73rd best guitar instrumental by Young Guitar Magazine in 2019.[5]
- ^ BEEAST MUSIC AWARD 2015 結果発表. Beeast (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-11.
- ^ BEEAST MUSIC AWARD 2016 結果発表. Beeast (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-11.
- ^ BEEAST MUSIC AWARD 2017 結果発表. Beeast (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-11.
- ^ BEEAST MUSIC AWARD 2018 結果発表. Beeast (in Japanese). Retrieved 2021-06-11.
- ^ ヤング・ギター厳選『ギター・インストの殿堂100』名演ランキング. Young Guitar Magazine (in Japanese). 2019-06-11. Retrieved 2020-12-29.