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KUNITAKE HIROKI from THE FOREVER YOUNG

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In recent years, alongside his work with the band THE FOREVER YOUNG, Hiroki Kunitake has been actively pursuing acoustic solo activities, not limited to live houses but extending to streets, bars, and even public bathhouses, most notably through his Ramen Solo Tour. Now, he has completed a new release featuring four tracks, including two self-covers of THE FOREVER YOUNG songs.

The collection includes:

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL, a gem-like ballad that conveys the determination to keep taking each others hands and step forward into the future, even after countless clashes.

YOUTH, a self-cover of a signature live staple by THE FOREVER YOUNG that refuses to let youth end.

Ogori Station 3, a song capturing everyday moments spent with close friends in Kunitakes hometown of Ogori City, Fukuoka.

Isshō Seishun Totsugeki Sengen (Lifelong Youth Declaration of Assault), recorded live in the studio in a single take, overflowing with raw energy, unpolished words, and unfiltered emotionsan anthem that embodies truly living in the present.

This release contains all four tracks, each carrying its own unique expression of Kunitakes world.

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  • KUNITAKE HIROKI from THE FOREVER YOUNG

    Based in Kurume, Fukuoka, he is the bassist and vocalist of the band THE FOREVER YOUNG, performing nationwide across Japan. With a raw voice that lays bare inner struggles and emotions without a home, his presence moves audiences deeply often to the point of tears while raising their fists in the air. In recent years, alongside the band, he has been actively pursuing solo acoustic performances. His unique Ramen Singing Tour, held not only in live houses but also in streets, bars, and even public bathhouses, takes him all over the country, combining heartfelt music with his deep love for ramen. On September 2, 2025-known as Kuni Day he will release his second solo work, Genjitsu. Breaking free from the boundaries of genre, his free-spirited approach continues to expand the scope of his artistry.

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