Gyaruru (ギャルル) was a short-lived Japanese pop group produced by TNX and signed on the TN-mix label. Sifow served as the group's producer, while Tsunku was the music producer. The group dressed in the signature Gyaru style, with music in the Eurobeat and Para Para style. The original line-up when the group launched in 2007 consisted of Natsuko "Gal" Sone, Tokito Ami, and Tsuji Nozomi a soloist under Hello! Project. Upon the sudden announcement of Tsuji's engagement and pregnancy that same year, the group added a new member to the line-up as a replacement, Abe Asami, the younger sister of Hello! Project soloist Abe Natsumi. Gyaruru later became inactive after less than a year, with the group's official blog closing in May 2008.
On January 18, 2024, nearly 17 years since the group was active, Tsunku announced an audition with the intention of reviving the group with a new incarnation for the Reiwa era.[1]
Members[]
Remaining Members[]
- Tsujiji (つじじ; Former Leader) (Left on May 8, 2007)
- Sonene (そねね; Leader)
- Amimi (ぁみみ)
- Abebe (あべべ) (Joined on May 15, 2007)
History[]
2007[]
Formation of the new group was first noted in the gal magazine Ranzuki in the June 2007 issue -- which was released in mid-April. The official announcement was made on the April 24, on the TNX website and at a special launch event. Gyaruru is described as a 'Para Para gal unit' and danced to upbeat, eurobeat inspired songs.
On May 8, it was announced that Tsuji Nozomi would be retiring from Gyaruru to focus on her personal life. A few days later on May 15, it was announced that Abe Asami would be joining the group under the name of 'Abebe'.
On June 20, they released their first single "Boom Boom Meccha Maccho!" under the TN-mix label with the b-side "Onna no Ultra".
Member Stage Names[]
The girls chosen for the original line-up were each given a special name; Natsuko "Gal" Sone became 'Sonene', Tokito Ami became 'Amimi' and Tsuji Nozomi became 'Tsujiji'. The group's name "Gyaruru" is based on the japanese word 'Gyaru', a transliteration of the English word 'gal'
Discography[]
- [2007.06.20] Boom Boom Meccha Maccho! (Boom Boom めっちゃマッチョ!)
Gallery[]
References[]
External Links[]
- Gyaruru Fangroup
- TNX Official Website
- Wikipedia: Japanese