From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Fujifabric Origin Yamanashi, Japan Genre(s) Alternative rock, Power pop Years active 2000–present Label(s) SONG-CRUX (2001-2004) EMI Music Japan (2004-present) Capitol Music Website http://www.fujifabric.com Members Masahiko Shimura (Vocals, Guitar) Soichiro Yamauchi (Guitar) Daisuke Kanazawa (Keyboard) Shinichi Kato (Bass) Hiroshi Kido (Support Drums) Former members Kato Yuichi (Bass, 2000-2002) Akira Hagiwara (Guitar, 2000-2002) Tadokoro Sachiko (Keyboard, 2000-2002) Takayuki Watanabe (Drums, 2000-2004) Adachi Fusafumi (Drums, 2004-2006)
Fujifabric (フジファブリック?) is a Japanese rock band formed in 2000. While their music can be mostly coined as alternative rock or power pop, their music usually consists of an eclectic mix of genres, including jazz, disco and progressive rock.Contents [hide] 1 Name origin 2 History 2.1 Formation (1999-2000) 2.2 Early years (2001-2003) 2.3 Pre-debut (2004) 2.4 Fujifabric (2004) 2.5 Fab Fox (2005) 2.6 Teenager (2007-2008) 3 Members 3.1 Current 3.2 Former 3.3 Support 4 Discography 4.1 Albums 4.2 Singles 4.3 DVDs 5 References 6 External links
[edit] Name origin
Before the band made their formal debut they were originally known as Fuji Fabric (富士ファブリック?), in homage to the textile company which former band drummer, Takayuki Watanabe's, father owned. Just before moving to Tokyo and reforming the band, the spelling was changed to Fujifabric (フジファブリック?).[1]
[edit] History
[edit] Formation (1999-2000)
Originally a cover band consisting of several junior high school friends, Fujifabric's foundation was anchored by Shimura Masahiko and Takayuki Watanabe. After graduating from high school, the Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi natives began to take their musical interests more seriously and moved to Tokyo,[1] and recruited Tadokoro Sachiko, Kato Shinichi and Akira Hagiwara to perform in their band.
[edit] Early years (2001-2003)
The first Fujifabric performance was in October 2001 at Club Eggsite (now known as Shibuya Eggman).[1] After receiving success from playing several club gigs Fujifabric was signed up to Song-Crux. Before the release of their debut mini-album, A la Carte guitarist Akira Hagiwara and bassist Yuichi Kato left the band, keyboardist Tadokoro Sachiko also resigned shortly after, leaving Shimura and Watanabe. To replace the losses, Daisuke Kanazawa, and Shinichi Kato were recruited into the band and in June 2003 the band released their second mini-album A la Mode.[2]
[edit] Pre-debut (2004)
With their rising success they soon caught the attention of several major record labels and a bidding war over the band ensued; finally in 2004 Fujifabric was signed to Toshiba-EMI and Soichiro Yamauchi was brought into the band as lead guitarist. In January 2004 original founding member Takayuki Watanabe left the band due to creative differences,[1] consequently Adachi Fusafumi joined and took over as drummer. In February 2004 Fujifabric completed the "A la.." trilogy and released the EP A la Molto, Fujifabric's first release upon signing with Toshiba-EMI.
[edit] Fujifabric (2004)
Fujifabric released their first full studio album Fujifabric on November 10, 2004. Fujifabric was well received by music fans; and peaked at #17 on Japans Oricon Chart. [3][4]
[edit] Fab Fox (2005)
In 2005 the band released three more singles including the popular Ginga and Akaneiro no Yuuhi, the latter which featured the song Shinkirou and was used as the ending theme in the film Scrap Heaven. In November 2005 Fujifabric released their second full album FAB FOX which went on to peak to #8 and sell 13,152 units in its first week.[4]
[edit] Teenager (2007-2008)
After taking a two-year hiatus, Fujifabric released the single Aoi Tori which peaked at #9 on the Oricon Chart, and was featured as the ending theme in the film Nightmare Detective. The bands subsequent single Surfer King, featured Masahiko Kitahara, Nargo, and Gamo of Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, and marked Fujifabric's first collaboration. The tracks were included on Fujifabric's third studio album, TEENAGER, which came out on January 3rd and charted at number 11.[5]
[edit] Members
[edit] Current
Masahiko Shimura (志村正彦 Shimura Masahiko?, born July 10, 1980 in Yamanashi, Japan) is the only remaining original member of Fujifabric, he is the lyricist, lead vocalist, and rhythm guitarist of the group.
Daisuke Kanazawa (金澤ダイスケ Kanazawa Daisuke?, born February 9, 1980 in Ibaraki, Japan) joined the band in January 2003, replacing the former keyboardist.
Shinichi Kato (加藤慎一 Kato Shinichi?, born August 2, 1980 in Ishikawa, Japan) joined the band at the same time as Kanazawa, in January 2003. He is the bassist of the band.
Soichiro Yamauchi (山内総一郎 Yamauchi Soichiro?, born October 25, 1981 in Osaka, Japan) joined Fujifabric in January 2004 as lead guitarist.
[edit] Former
Fusafumi Adach (足立房文 Adachi Fusafumi?, born May 14, 1980 in Adachi-ku, Tokyo, Japan) joined Fujifabric in January 2004 as a drummer. He was an employee of Ringo Shiina's individual office kuronekodow before joining. He left the band on March 27, 2006 and is now front man for his band "Marvelous."
[edit] Support
Hiroshi Kido (城戸紘志 Kido Hiroshi?, born July 27, 1981 in Kyoto, Japan) - Dummer for Kenichi Asai's JUDE and unkie.
Toshiki Hata (畑利樹 Hata Toshiki?, born October 5, 1976 in Shimane, Japan) - Drummer for Tokyo Jihen.
Ryota Sakakibara (榊原良太 Sakakibara Ryota?, born in Kyoto, Japan)
[edit] Discography
[edit] Albums [2002.10.21] A la Carte (mini) [2003.06.21] A la Mode (mini) [2004.02.18] A la Molto (Pre-debut) [2004.11.10] Fujifabric [2005.11.09] FAB FOX [2008.01.23] TEENAGER [2009.05.20] CHRONICLE
[edit] Singles [2004.04.14] Sakura no Kisetsu [2004.07.14] Kagerou [2004.09.29] Akakiiro no Kinmokusei [2005.02.02] Ginga [2005.06.01] Niji [2005.09.07] Akaneiro no Yuuhi [2006.06.21] Yaon Live vol.1 (digital download) [2006.06.21] Yaon Live vol.2 (digital download) [2007.01.10] Aoi Tori [2007.06.06] Surfer King [2007.09.05] Passion Fruit [2007.11.07] Wakamono no Subete [2009.04.08] Sugar!!
[edit] DVDs [2006.02.22] Fab Clips [2006.07.12] Live at Hibiya Yaon [2008.12.17] Live at Ryogoku Kokugikan
