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ZARD (a.k.a. Izumi Sakai (坂井泉水, born Kamachi Sachiko 蒲池幸子, 6 February 1967 – 27 May 2007) was a female Japanese popular musician. Originally a group of 5 members, with lead vocalist Izumi Sakai (aka Sachiko Kamachi) as group leader. She was part of the record label B-Gram Records, Inc. Zard made their debut in February 10, 1991 with a single Good-bye My Loneliness. By their third album, it appears that the only member left in ZARD was Izumi Sakai, and from that point on, she had been the only member in that group.
Sakai was also a very prolific songwriter. She had written all her own lyrics, and had released several books of poetry as well. She had also written songs for other artists, most notably, for JPOP groups Field of View, WANDS and DEEN. She also wrote the lyrics for and participated in the collaboration for the single “Hateshinai Yumewo” featuring JPOP groups ZARD, REV & WANDS. The single also featured famed Japanese baseball hero Shigeo Nagashima. Some of her singles have been used in Anime, such as Dragon Ball GT and Detective Conan. Sometimes, she would cover songs she’s written for other artists like Field of View’s “DAN DAN Kokoro Hikareteku” or Teresa Teng’s “Anata to tomo ni ikite yuku”.
ZARD was also known for being mysterious. This is partially because her record label does not release too much personal information on their artists, and also because she did not make that many personal appearances. She had rarely appeared on any live TV music programs (eg.
Sakai was also a very prolific songwriter. She had written all her own lyrics, and had released several books of poetry as well. She had also written songs for other artists, most notably, for JPOP groups Field of View, WANDS and DEEN. She also wrote the lyrics for and participated in the collaboration for the single “Hateshinai Yumewo” featuring JPOP groups ZARD, REV & WANDS. The single also featured famed Japanese baseball hero Shigeo Nagashima. Some of her singles have been used in Anime, such as Dragon Ball GT and Detective Conan. Sometimes, she would cover songs she’s written for other artists like Field of View’s “DAN DAN Kokoro Hikareteku” or Teresa Teng’s “Anata to tomo ni ikite yuku”.
ZARD was also known for being mysterious. This is partially because her record label does not release too much personal information on their artists, and also because she did not make that many personal appearances. She had rarely appeared on any live TV music programs (eg.
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yuki246 wrote:
Let's vote this pic. http://www.last.fm/music/ZARD/+images/33823963
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Ricardo_Abe wrote:
Great melodies..
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IzumiSakai wrote:
ZARD WANSUI~
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wanomusic wrote:
been loving izumi for more than 10 yrs, my japanse teacher tried to teach us with her song.. since then i became a huuuge fan of izumi... cant believe that i still listen a lot and love her, shes the best..
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xansavior wrote:
i cant believe when im discover she already dead.. she has Beautiful voice.... i wish her spirit rest in peace..
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David_Kardex wrote:
Zard for ever!!
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edgeofuniverse wrote:
love the dragon ball and detective conan songs :) In May 27, 2007 I was performing guitar duet with my friend in an acoustic concert event. I only knew about your death a few days later...
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KREJERK wrote:
i love the album good-bye my loneliness
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Reqinald wrote:
good-bye my ronriness... ;_;
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Mati666 wrote:
Most beautiful female voice in the world<3
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KREJERK wrote:
i agree
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Larc_en_Ciel wrote:
Best pop star in the history of Japan period
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Bazaa wrote:
<3
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RWiibo wrote:
It's been 2 years since she left us. Thanks for your wonderful music...
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siuray wrote:
Miss you ~.~
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chillicez wrote:
Miss you so much.
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Mati666 wrote:
Goodbye Izumi....:< We will never forget about you.
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Kouga wrote:
Another year without you Izumi, but your music keeps going strong in my heart, thank you for your melodies and may you find peace wherever you are, good night, until we meet tomorrow, good night sweetheart.
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Satsuki-Kun wrote:
27th may.
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soaree wrote:
make her known. start here: SUCKERS for Female Vocalists thanks ^^
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