Maretu

MARETU is a Japanese musician and producer who began his career in 2011 releasing Vocaloid music. Known for his unique blend of heavy metal, chiptune, and techno-pop, MARETU's compositions often incorporated traditional Japanese musical elements such as shamisen and kakegoe. His debut album Coin Locker Baby was released in 2016, followed by the instrumental album FRIED EYE in 2018. MARETU's third album SIU, released in 2019, further showcased his distinctive style. Notable singles included "Dokuhaku" (2016), "i'm high" (2017), and "Namida" (2021). His music videos often featured word clouds, and his lyrics frequently explored themes of depression, alienation, and antinatalism. MARETU gained a cult following and was recognized as a representative Vocaloid producer by Real Sound.