7HOUSE (セブンハウス) was a Tsunku-produced Japanese rock band from 1999 to 2002 under the label zetima. In 2000 they had a column in magazines called "7HOUSE no Suntome Fashion-gaku" (セブンHOUSEの寸止めファッション学). THeir fan club was named CLUB QUE.
History[]
Group's NAME[]
The Earth is made up of seven continents. These seven continents make up one Earth. It is said that the name was chosen with the hope that 7HOUSE would become such a thing.[1]
Group's Formation[]
Producer Tsunku is, of course, the vocalist of SharanQ. His roots go back to the formation of the band in Osaka in 1998. At the time, Tsunku himself created a place for amateur bands to compete in the square of Osaka Castle Park, wondering if there was anything that could rival Harajuku Hokoten in Tokyo. This is what is commonly known as "Joten," which continues to this day, and is the backbone of SharanQ and of Tsunku. The group of friends centered around SharanQ, the Suppon Family, was formed spontaneously. Even after SharanQ moved to Tokyo, it has continued to the present day, with successive generations. Originally, 7HOUSE was started when Tsunku himself wanted to start a project other than SharanQ 4-5 years ago. While he was warming up the idea, he met bassist Hiroki while hanging out with his juniors in Osaka (Suppon Family). He asked for his advice, and he decided to take care of him, and while he was training as a boyar for the time being, he brought him to Tokyo as a member of the band in the future. A few years later, Hiroki brought in vocalist Kenji from the younger generation, and at the same time, Kenji brought in guitarist Yasunori, who he had known for a long time, to work with him. With this, the band's frontmen were finally complete. Finally, the final stage of the formation of 7HOUSE was underway. At first, Tsunku was exploring the possibility of himself playing drums. However, there was someone he was interested in when starting 7HOUSE. That person was drummer Ogu. He was an early member of Suppon Family and the drummer of Chameleon, who was equally popular with SharanQ at the time. He had been friends with Tsunku for a long time, so he was a little hesitant to have him participate in a project that was starting from scratch. However, as soon as he learned of Ogu's feelings of wanting to take on another challenge, it was decided that he would participate as the final member. He also fit in well with his position as the band's leader, and the ideal image of the band was created. After many twists and turns and dramatic turns, 7HOUSE was formed. Note: The Suppon Family is a street live group that still performs every Sunday from early afternoon until 6pm in the square on the way from Osakajokoen Station to Osakajo Hall.[2]
Members[]
- Kenji, born January 10, 1979 (Vocals)
- Yasunori, born June 15, 1975 (Guitar)
- Hiroki, born March 24, 1975 (Bass)
- Ogu, born June 17, 1969 (Drums)
Labels[]
- zetima (1999-2002)
Discography[]
Albums[]
- [1999.12.01] ONE BOX
- [2002.02.27] 2 ~February~
Singles[]
- [1999.01.21] STOP ~ Nakanaide (STOP~泣かないで)
- [1999.07.23] 0 EDIT
- [1999.10.27] Sondemo tte KISS (そんでもってKISS)
- [2000.08.02] Nayamanai Koi wa Nai! (悩まない恋はない!)
- [2001.04.18] Kiseki no Ame (奇跡の雨)
- [2001.11.17] Nandeyanen Shinbaisen Demo Ee (なんでやねん 心配せんでもええ)
Compilations / Other[]
- [1999.04.26] Tsunku - LOVE ~Dakiatte~ (LOVE~抱き合って~])
VHS[]
- VIDEO HISTORY SEVEN HOUSE
Works[]
Tours[]
- [2001.04.19-2001.05.26] 7HOUSE Live Tour 2001 Haru "Anzenbi"
- [2001.08.02-2001.08.08] 7HOUSE Live Tour 2001 Natsu ~Kiseki wa Manatsubi~
- [2001.11.12-2001.12.22] 7HOUSE live tour 2001 Fuyu ~Nandeyanen~
- [2002.07.23-2002.09.01] 7HOUSE Live Tour 2002 Natsu ~Tanoshiku Ikou ze! Natsu ya mon~
Events[]
- [2021.08.07] Hello! Shibuya no Natsumatsuri (Hello! 渋谷の夏祭り)
TV[]
- [2001.04.10] WOWOW "MUSIC TRIBE"
- [2001.24.10] "Music Communication TOP 30"
- [2001.05.03] BS Asahi "Live 21"
Radio[]
- [2000.10.07-] 7HOUSE - Kenji no Hitori de Seven (セブンHOUSE・ケンジのひとりでセブン)[3]
- [2002.xx.xx-] MIDNITE KISS 7HOUSE no Light Mae KISS
Magazine[]
- [2000.04.16] POP BEAT
- [2000.04.19] CD Data
- [2000.04.20] CD HITS
- [2000.04.23] Zappy
- [2000.04.23] Pia Nagoya Edition
- [2000.04.24] Uta BON
- [2000.04.24] SONG KONG
- [2000.05.07] POTATO
Trivia[]
- Kenji married Iida Kaori from Morning Musume in 2008.
External Links[]
- Official Site (zetima) (Wayback Machine)
- Official Site (tiki.ne.jp) (Wayback Machine)
- Japanese Wikipedia: セブンハウス
- Oricon Profile
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/web/20010305092138fw_/http://www.zetima.co.jp/artist/7HOUSE/biography.html
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/web/20010305092138fw_/http://www.zetima.co.jp/artist/7HOUSE/biography.html
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/web/20010129001800/http://ww2.et.tiki.ne.jp/~seven-up/sevenhouse-schedule.htm