Tetsuji Hayashi
Japanese composer and musician (born 1949) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Tetsuji Hayashi (Japanese: 林 哲司, Hepburn: Hayashi Tetsuji, born August 20, 1949) is a Japanese composer, singer-songwriter, and arranger known for his influential contributions to the development of J-pop and city pop during the 1980s. He was exposed to Western pop music from an early age, sparking his passion for music. He honed his skills as a composer and arranger, and in 1978, he composed Mariya Takeuchi's debut album, Beginning, followed by her hit single "September" in 1979 and "Mayonaka no Door" for Miki Matsubara that same year. His collaborations extended to other prominent artists such as S. Kiyotaka & Omega Tribe, Masaki Ueda and Junichi Inagaki.
Tetsuji Hayashi 林哲司 | |
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Born | (1949-08-20) August 20, 1949 (age 74) Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan |
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Occupation(s) | Composer, singer-songwriter, arranger |
Years active | 1973–present |
Website | www |
Education | Nihon University |
Despite initially planning retirement in 2008, Hayashi returned to the spotlight due to fan support at a commemorative concert. Since then, he has continued to compose and produce music. His legacy was celebrated with the release of the compilation album 50th Anniversary Special A Tribute of Hayashi Tetsuji: Saudade in 2023, accompanied by a concert showcasing his impact.