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Japanese composer and arranger renowned for his atmospheric and emotionally resonant video game soundtracks.Keigo Hoashi is a co-founder of the music production company MONACA. He gained international acclaim primarily for his significant contributions to the soundtracks of the NieR and Drakengard video game series, particularly NieR:Automata, often collaborating closely with director Yoko Taro and composer Keiichi Okabe. His work blends orchestral elements, electronic music, and experimental vocals.

• Hoashi often works under the pseudonym 'K.K.' in the credits of the NieR series games.
• He studied composition at Tokai University in Kanagawa, Japan, before co-founding MONACA.
• While primarily known for game music, Hoashi and MONACA have also composed for anime series like 'Kill la Kill'.
• His work on NieR:Automata won numerous awards and is widely regarded as one of the greatest video game soundtracks of all time.