Luke Takamura is a Japanese musician, singer, and songwriter. He is best known as guitarist of the heavy metal band Seikima-II from 1987 to 1999, and for various temporary reunions since. From 2002 to 2020, he was the lead singer and guitarist of the rock trio Canta. Luke was voted the tenth greatest Japanese guitarist in a 2019 poll held by goo. He has cited Yuji Adachi, Steve Vai, Eddie Van Halen and Kazumi Watanabe as guitar influences.
Takamura, as his character in Seikima-II, at Japan Expo 2010.
Seikima-II is a Japanese heavy metal band, formed in 1982. Throughout their career they have had numerous lineups, with lead singer Demon Kakka the sole constant member. The group has sold over 10 million records in Japan alone.
Seikima-II at Japan Expo in Paris, 2010.
Demon Kakka and Jail O'Hashi performing in 2010.
Demon Kakka performing the song "Dead Symphony".
Lead vocalist Demon Kakka