Kishou Taniyama is a Japanese singer, voice actor, and lyricist best known as the vocalist and lyric writer of the rock unit GRANRODEO, where he performs under the name KISHOW. Born in Yamaguchi, Japan, he has built a career that bridges voice acting and anime music, making him a familiar figure for fans of seiyuu culture and anison.
As a vocalist, Taniyama is known for an expressive, powerful delivery that works equally well in hard-edged rock and in more melodic, dramatic songs. That style has helped GRANRODEO stand out in anime-related music, especially through energetic tracks tied to action series, character themes, and opening songs that lean into intensity and emotion.
His presence in Japanese entertainment extends beyond the band. Taniyama has remained active as a voice actor, giving him a rare dual profile that appears both in cast credits and in theme-song listings. This crossover has strengthened his standing in the anime world and made his work especially familiar to listeners who follow both performance and music.
Fans also know him by the nickname Kiiyan, a widely used shorthand for one of the recognizable voices associated with modern Japanese rock and anime music. Taken together, his work as a singer, lyricist, and voice actor shows why Kishou Taniyama remains an important name in anime-linked music culture.
