FAITH is a five-member pop fusion band from Nagano. FAITH was formed in 2015 when the members from all different high schools met at Ina GRAM HOUSE in Nagano. The unique aspect that FAITH brings to the table is three of the five members are half Japanese and American. The five members include: Akari Dritschler (Vocalist), Yajima Rei (Guitarist/Vocalist), Ray Cassner (Guitarist/Vocalist), Fujiko Arai (Bassist), and Luca Melanson (Drummer). FAITH is a global pop band that fuses together mainstream melodies with sounds that have the feel of 90s western music. Akari’s vocals combine with all the members to make for a fun, fresh taste in pop music. All of FAITH’s songs are sang in English and are written by Akari herself. You can hear the pop-fusion in Akari’s vocals, and with the 90’s style composition each member contributes, it makes for the perfect match. FAITH recently participated in the Tokyo International Music Market’s Livestream.

FAITH’s track “Lonely” is a pop-rock track that not only has a great composition, but Akari’s vocals shine as she delivers powerful lyrics that reach into your soul. Their latest digital single, “Irony,” is an upbeat pop tune that has a catchy beat, a chorus that sticks with you, and fantastic guitar work. “By My Side” is one of FAITH’s more mid-tempo tracks and it shows Akari’s sweet vocals that blend perfectly with the composition. The opening to “Kian,” with the extensive guitar work, makes this track shine as it sets the mood for the rest of the song. For me, it’s all about the composition and the chorus as it makes this song. “DON’T FALL” starts off with Fujiko Arai on the bass before Yajima Rei and Ray Cassner join in and it is amazing. The use of bass in this track is fantastic.

FAITH has one major debut album, Capture it (2020), one mini album, 2x3 Border, two EPs: Un and Yellow Road, and five digital singles. Be sure to check out FAITH’s official website, Twitter, and Instagram accounts along with their latest music video for “Irony” below!