Shinya (musician)

, better known by his mononymous stage name , is a Japanese musician, media personality and entrepreneur. He is best known as the drummer of the rock band
Luna Sea since 1989. He released the solo album ''No Sticks'' in 1997, and has supported other recording acts such as
Maki Ohguro,
Nanase Aikawa,
Kyosuke Himuro, and
Miyavi. Shinya has also done session work for a variety of artists. Luna Sea are regarded as one of the most influential bands in the
visual kei scene. In addition to his former pupil Jun-ji (
Siam Shade), musicians such as Pierre Nakano (
Ling Tosite Sigure), Shinya (
Dir En Grey), and Satoyasu Shomura (
Alexandros) have cited Shinya as an influence.
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