Akiko Noma | |
Alias: | Akko |
Birth Date: | 13 February 1980 |
Birth Place: | Kagoshima, Japan |
Instrument: | Bass guitar |
Genre: | J-Pop, Rock |
Years Active: | 2000–present |
Label: | EMI Music Japan |
Associated Acts: | GO!GO!7188 |
Website: | Official Site |
,[1] best known as Akko, was the bassist, back-up vocalist, and lyricist of GO!GO!7188. She has also released two solo albums under her maiden name . She sings, writes lyrics, and composes music.
In GO!GO!7188, she seemed to be the most outspoken member; she did most of the talking during their interviews and live shows.[2]
While in high school she met Yuu, who formed Jellyfish, a JUDY AND MARY cover band made-up of five girls including Akiko.[3] When Jellyfish broke up a few years later, Yuu and Akiko would remain together and in 1998 form the rock band GO!GO!7188. Although Yuu is the lead vocalist of the group, her style of performance is somewhat reserved. This goes in sharp contrast to Akiko's energetic dancing and bass playing, making Akiko the most visible personality during the live performances despite their drummer, Turkey, garnering the label of "leader."
In 2003, she released on the BM Label, and in 2005 under EMI Japan.[4]
After getting married in October 2006, she changed her surname from .