ALI (band)
ALI (acronym for Alien Liberty International) is a multinational hip hop/funk band formed in Shibuya, Tokyo. All members of the band are mixed with roots in Japan, Europe, America, Asia, and Africa. ALI released their first single "Wild Side", which was chosen to be the opening theme song for the first season of anime Beastars, and their self-titled debut album, both in 2019. A year later, ALI released their second single "Lost in Paradise" featuring rapper AKLO, used as the ending theme for the anime Jujutsu Kaisen. On May 14, 2021, it was announced on the band's official website that activities would be suspended indefinitely due to drummer Kahadio being arrested for fraud. On November 18, 2021, it was announced that the band had returned, but drummer Kahadio would no longer be part of the group. On February 23, 2022, the band released the EP "Inglourious Eastern Cowboy". On January 25, 2023 they released their debut album "Music World". Band members Current members Leo Imamura – vocals (2016–present) Luthfi Rizki Kusumah – bass guitar (2016–present) Alexander Taiyo Fidel – percussion (2016–present) César Aiichiro – guitar (2020–present) Jin Inoue – keyboard (2019–present) Former members Jua – rapping (2016–2020) Zeru – guitar