Tamio Okuda

Once a member of Japanese rock act Unicorn, Tamio Okuda (born in Hiroshima on May 12, 1965) is a solo artist, producer, and occasional collaborator with singer/songwriter Yosui Inoue. Okuda released his first solo single in 1992, and his first album, 29, followed in 1994. In 1997 he released the popular album Shopping, which was his first collaboration with Inoue. Over the years he has released more than 20 singles and 13 albums (including compilations and collaborative efforts). He has also served as lead producer of the hit J-pop duo Puffy AmiYumi. ~ Chris True