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Tokyo, Japan (2010 – present)

BiS (short for Brand-new idol Society or Shinsei Idol Kenkyuukai in Japanese) is a so-called unorthodox idol group from Tokyo, Japan produced by Matsukuma Kenta, who creates their distinctive rock-based sound. Beginning as the pet project of solo artist Pour Lui in late 2010, BiS was first unveiled as a four-member unit in December, later debuting with the free digital single “Taiyou no Jumon” in January and releasing their first album two months later on March 23rd. Their image quickly became controversial with their extreme PVs and performance style, and since their formation, they’ve experienced multiple line-ups. BiS currently consists of five members: leader Pour Lui, first-generation member Hirano Nozomi (Nonchan), second-generation member Terashima Yufu (Yuffy), and third-generation members Wakisaki Yurika (Wacky) and Michibayashi Rio (Mitchel). As of this year, they’ve been signed to Avex and will make their major debut in July.