marble

marble is a Japanese musical duo that started out as The Student's back in 1999. The pair—micco and Tatsuya Kikuchi—actually met at music school and hit it off. At first, Kikuchi was basically backing micco's solo work, but they realized they had better chemistry as a team and decided to make it official.

The group's sound blends their complementary strengths, with both members contributing to songwriting and production. Over the years, they've built a loyal following in Japan, known for their polished pop sensibilities and intricate arrangements. They eventually rebranded as marble, moving away from their original group name.