Name: Missa Bendova
Profession: Homemaker, Volunteer for Nippon Project
Birthplace: Orange County, California
Some thing that defines you: Mismatched Socks (they don’t matter, so I don’t pay attention)
Favorite Quote: “…and you’ll see, I’m more than the anime and sushi.” -miwaLyric
Heroes: exist+trance, Necrocircus, Noodles- all female J bands
Favorite Animals: Siberian Tigers! Siberian Huskies! 
What you do to Relax: Listen to music, walk in a park
Favorite Book: The Earth’s Children series by Jean M. Avel
Favorite Song: DISABLED COMPLEXES by Dir en Grey
Favorite Movie: Anime
Favorite Food: Fruit
Your next Dream/Goal: More Japanese bands touring the World!
Define Peace: Listening to music from around the world, and seeing that it carries the same message.
A little about Missa:My interest in Japanese music actually started when I was really young (like… 9?) and saw a special on TV about taiko. That was it for me, I fell in love right then and there. Upon researching taiko, I discovered my second favorite traditional instrument: shamisen. Taiko and shamisen led to me discovering how beautiful the language is and how wonderful the music can be. I still don’t see what the big deal is over sakura and sushi though.
I started doing work for Nippon Project (based in Europe) in November 2006. I didn’t officially join the non-profit organization until February 2007. I originally joined because I was doing the work anyway for my then best friend/roommate. I kept on doing it because I loved sharing the knowledge of, and hopefully love for, Japanese music with people around the world. Because of organizations like Nippon Project, bands in Japan are discovering just how big the fanbase is overseas, and are holding more and more shows/concerts outside of Japan. In the end, everyone involved benefits.
Message to the Next Generation: Don’t give up, keep your head up and keep plugging along. Remember karma and be the best person you can be.
Last words?: Mew? >^_^< NipponProject.com
My mini-bio on Missa Bendova:
Missa found me on my website, and asked me for an interview. We set one up and I met Missa, someone who is passionate about musicians, and commits her time and energy to helping musicians be heard worldwide. Her style is unique and cute, and she defines originality. I asked her if I can interview her as well, and on went our new style of interviewing (of each other). Missa is one of a million talented writers who help spread the word about music, art and entertainment including everything else that goes on in the world. This dedicated writer is helping blow up positive musicians one song at a time, while expressing herself. Keep writing Missa!
Posted February 18, 2008 at 12:47pm by miwaLyric
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