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- Artist's or Band's Name
- RNG - Rich Nakatsu Group
- City & State
- Seattle, WA
- Country
- USA
- Music Genre(s):
- Rock
- Bio:
- Independent Solo artist from Seattle
My Music
Artist Bio
Started out as a project with a friend in 1993 writing Christian folk songs. As he moved onto his folk music, I began experimenting with different styles of music. I slowly got myself out of the acoustical folk phase, and went more technical, by incorporating synthesizers, and using various sound modules. Realizing that my strength is in the Rock genre, I expanded out and worked on my guitar skills. I am constantly changing my ideas about how I can improve my song writing.
More About RNG - Rich Nakatsu Group
Why this name?
It's really a solo project. I have members come and go as guest artists. Now, I have many people wanting to collaborate, so I've decided on RNG - Rich Nakatsu Group.
Do you play live? any interesting moments?
I've played live when I was part of a metal group, Fatalis, and a dance rock band called Fynnie's Basement. Embarrassing moment, a bloody nose on Stage.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
With the boom in making your own Home Studios, there are so many people out there making their own music. With the Internet, the opportunities of having your songs heard is endless. It's great. It's only going to get better. However, at the same time, I think copyright is going to play a vital role in protecting your music.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I would definitely entertain the idea
Your influences?
Most of my songs are instrumental and melodic. Some artists that are very influential to my musc writing are, Tak Matsumoto, Joe Satriani, and David Gilmour
Favorite spot?
Wherever I go, good food = Good Spot. :D
Equipment
Electric Guitars:
- Ibanez RG320FM
- Ibanez S470
- Peavey Wolfgang
- BC Rich Ice Mockingbird
- Fender Telecaster
Acoustic Guitars
- Alvarez Yairi signature 6-string
- Yamaha FG450-SA Acoustic/Electric
Bass Guitars
- Fender American Pro Jazz Electric Bass, Maple Fingerboard (Olympic White)
- Fender Player Jazz Electric Bass, Maple Fingerboard (Tidepool)
Amplification/Electronics
- Gallien-Krueger 1001RB-II (750Watt) Bass Head
- Tech 21 SansAmp RBI Preamp
- Furman M8DX Merit Series Spike Protector
- Line 6 Relay G50 Digital Wireless Guitar System
- Galliern Kreuger 4x10 Cabinet
- Peavey 2x10 Cabinet
Synthesizers
- Roland XP-30
Effects
- Line-6 XT Live Effects Processor (Settings are all customized)
Recording
- Pro Tools 12
- Focusrite Scarlett 6i6 Audio Interface
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New humble beginnings
Posted on November 25, 2017 at 2:11am 0 Comments 0 Likes
To all my friends here on IMC, it’s official! I have been asked to step into the bass player’s role for Seattle’s hip band, Fynnie’s Basement. They are a group of fun and talented musicians that bring out some awesome tunes! We’re wrapping up our recording sessions at Synergy Productions to release our first album! We will be doing a release party as well! Stay tuned! I am thankful to all my friends here for the encouragement and the many fist bumps. I will continue to write songs for RNG, as… Continue
New songs posted
Posted on March 22, 2013 at 3:42pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
It's been a while since I last posted songs. It's also been a a while since I've been together with my bandmates of Fatalis. Talking with them, we came to an agreement that I can use the songs I wrote for Fatalis, and put them under my Studio band name, RNG - Rich Nakatsu Group.
The first song you will hear on the playlist is the song that I submitted for this year's IMC Music Awards. The songs that feature Lance Zielinski (Vo) are the songs I wrote. The songs are much…
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Hey man. I had a blast at IMC 2014 and hope to see you next year and meet face to face
HI Rich, It was so nice to meet up with so many talented artists at the awards in April. I am sorry to respond so late. I was in the midst of finishing High school and a very harried time. It was great to be nominated so many times and win several after making the trip again this year. Keep up the great work, I know it is a strugle sometimes but you and your music are worth it. Congratulations to you on all of your achievements!
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Doing my best to continue on, Tivoli Skye *
I remember Rich, it was great meeting you! CONGRATS to you too!
thank you sooooo much!!!!! Keep Rocking
Great music, Rich! Keep the tunes coming :)
For sure! We have some big stuff coming up! We're a cover story in the May/June issue of I Am Entertainment magazine. And winning Best Alternative Band the other night is gonna hype us up a lot here back home.
Nice to meet you. alchalant of Detroit MI wanted to drop by and say hi! Congrats!!
Congratulations with the award :)
Thanks so much man, we really appreciate it! Had a blast out in LA, hope to see you again next year!
Beautiful music ! can't wait to meet :)
Best, Tivoli Skye
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