HAGANE: Biography, Members & Album Information
Biography
HAGANE is a Japanese all-female melodic speed and power metal band formed in Tokyo in June 2018 by guitarist Sakura. The band's name—the Japanese word for “steel”—was chosen to represent strength forged through repeated challenges. Known for combining striking visual aesthetics with blistering twin-guitar harmonies, technical precision, and soaring vocals, HAGANE quickly established themselves as a prominent force in the modern Japanese heavy metal scene. Following a major lineup transition in 2023, founder Sakura and bassist Sayaka rebuilt the group with powerhouse vocalist Nagi and drummer Junna, launching an aggressive new chapter that includes international festival appearances across Europe.
Band Members
- Nagi (Vocals): Possesses powerful, dynamic high-tone vocals that anchor the band's intensified melodic speed metal direction.
- Sakura (Guitar): Band leader, founder, and primary songwriter, renowned for her lightning-fast neoclassical phrasing and aggressive guitar work.
- Sayaka (Bass): Anchors the rhythm section with driving, heavy low-end grooves and rock-solid technical execution.
- Junna (Drums): A powerhouse percussionist whose speed and precision drive HAGANE's high-tempo speed metal arrangements.
Key Albums & Discography
- Code; 9021 (2022): The band's definitive full-length debut studio album, showcasing their orthodox melodic metal roots and intricate technical arrangements.
- Top of the Tower (2025): The triumphant sophomore studio album and first full-length release with the revamped four-piece lineup, charting successfully on the Oricon charts.
- Episode Ø (2020): Their breakout debut mini-album/EP that established their signature harmonic metal style.
- Life Goes On! (2024) & Metal Quest (2026): Celebrated EPs marking the band's powerful modern relaunch and international expansion.
HAGANE
Vocal：凪希
Guitar：Sakura
Bass：Sayaka
Drums：JUNNA
月光-TSUKIKAGE-
作詞：JUNNA
作曲：Sakura
編曲：Sakura
Mixed By: Yoshinori Kumamoto (prime sound studio form)
HAGANE - 月光-TSUKIKAGE- (Official Music Video)