Janne Da Arc
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| Janne Da Arc | |
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| Also known as | Janne, JDA |
| Origin | Osaka, Japan |
| Genres | Alternative rock, pop rock, heavy metal |
| Years active | 1996–2007 (on hiatus) |
| Labels | Cutting Edge, Motorod/Avex |
| Associated acts | Acid Black Cherry, Damijaw |
| Website | www.janne.co.jp |
| Past members | |
| Yasu You Ka-yu Kiyo Shuji |
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Janne Da Arc (ジャンヌダルク Jannu Daruku) is a Japanese rock band from Hirakata, Osaka.[1] The visual kei band's name is sometimes shortened to "Janne" (ジャンヌ) or "JDA".[2]
History [change]
Janne Da Arc formed on May 9, 1996.[3] Its members are vocalist Yasu, guitarist You, bassist Ka-Yu, keyboardist Kiyo and drummer Shuji. The origin of the band name is a character of Japanese comic, "Devilman".
Fans were called "Darcar" in the days of the early days. Now they are called "Janner".
References [change]
- ↑ Last.fm, "Janne Da Arc"; retrieved 2012-6-13.
- ↑ JDA is an acronym. JDA means "Janne Da Arc".
- ↑ Natalie.mu, Janne Da Arc じゃんぬだるく; retrieved 2012-6-19.
Other websites [change]
- Janne Da Arc website (Japanese)
- AvexTrax Janne Da Arc website (Japanese)
