AKINO to leave bless4 after December 21 live; band becomes bless∞(Forever)
The singer ends a 24-year run with the group and will pursue a solo career, while Akashi and Kanasa lead the renamed act.
AKINO announced that she will graduate from the band bless4 to pursue a solo career, with her final live performance as a member set for December 21, according to animenewsnetwork.com. After that show, the group will change its name to bless∞(Forever), with Akashi and Kanasa as its main members.
AKINO spent 24 years with bless4. She debuted alongside her siblings with the single "Good Morning! Mr.Sunshine." Her solo debut came with the singles "Genesis of Aquarion" and "Go Tight," both composed by Yōko Kanno.
The band itself debuted in Japan in 2003. Its lineup has changed before: AIKI left in 2022 to focus on family and his solo career.
What happens next
Fans will see AKINO perform one last time with the group on December 21. From then on, the act continues as bless∞(Forever) under Akashi and Kanasa, while AKINO moves ahead with solo work.
Quick answers
When is AKINO's final performance with bless4?
Her final live as a bless4 member is on December 21.
What is bless4's new name?
The band will be renamed bless∞(Forever), with Akashi and Kanasa as main members.
How long was AKINO in bless4?
She was with the band for 24 years.