Bright (Japanese band)
| Company type | Musical group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Defunct | May 12, 2013 |
| Headquarters | Japan |
| Products | Music albums, singles, EPs |
| Website | www |
Bright (presented as BRIGHT) was a Japanese dance vocal ensemble signed to the prominent label Rhythm Zone.
History
The ensemble began in 2001 as a vocal trio named , consisting of childhood companions Nagi, Mi-Mi, and Meg. The addition of Nanaka Kobayashi in 2003 brought the group to four members, leading to the adoption of the name Bright.
Bright made their debut on Avex Group's indie imprint Rhythm Republic on April 25, 2007. As their fanbase expanded, they secured a contract with the major label Rhythm Zone. Their initial major mini-album, Brightest Star, was launched on January 16, 2008.
Working alongside vocalist K, Bright issued their first full studio album titled Notes 4 You. On April 17, 2013, they declared their decision to disband after performing their farewell concert on May 12.
Members
- Nagisa Shigemura (重村渚; born August 2, 1990, Hyogo Prefecture)
- Mizuki Inoue (井上みづき; born September 28, 1990, Osaka Prefecture)
- Megumi Nakaya (中谷萌美; born March 6, 1991, Osaka Prefecture)
- Nanaka Kobayashi (小林菜々香; born May 30, 1992, Osaka Prefecture)
Albums
- Notes 4 You (January 14, 2009) – reached #47 on Oricon charts
- Real (February 24, 2010) – peaked at #38 on Oricon
- In Harmony (October 20, 2010)
- Bright (March 21, 2012)
- Bright Best (August 22, 2012)
EPs
- Brightest e.p.01 (April 25, 2007)
- Brightest e.p.02 (August 8, 2007)
- Brightest Star (January 16, 2008) – attained #133 on Oricon
Singles
- "Sorairo" (April 9, 2008) – charted at #45 on Oricon
- "Tegami"/"One Summer Time" (July 16, 2008) – reached #39 on Oricon
- "I'll Be There" (November 19, 2008) – peaked at #48 on Oricon
- "Kotoba ni Dekinakute"/"Shining Butterfly" (May 20, 2009) – ranked #64 on Oricon
- "Feelin' You" (August 5, 2009) – placed at #76 on Oricon
- "Love: Aru Ai no Katachi"
- "Bad Girl!!" featuring SKY-HI(AAA) / "Autabi ni Suki ni Natte" (November 23, 2011) – reached #48 on Oricon with roughly 3,000 copies sold
- "Kimi ga Iru Kara: Kokoro no Tonari de" (February 15, 2012)
Digital Singles
- "Kirai...Demo Suki: Aishiteru"
- "Flower"
- "Shining Star"