Ryuji Imaichi | |
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Native name | 今市隆二 |
Born |
Kyoto Prefecture, Japan |
September 2, 1986
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Website | www |
Musical career | |
Genres | J-pop |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 2010–present |
Labels | Rhythm Zone |
Associated acts |
Ryuji Imaichi (今市 隆二 Imaichi Ryūji?, born September 2, 1986, in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan) is a Japanese singer. He is a vocalist for the dance group, Sandaime J Soul Brothers from Exile Tribe.
Imaichi grew up in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. In July 2006, he participated in the Vocal Battle Audition 2006: Asian Dream. He failed to passed the primary examination. After that he attended vocal training sessions for over 4 years prior to his debut.
In February 2010, Imaichi later participated in the Vocal Battle Audition 2: Yume o Motta Wakamono-tachi e. He passed the final live examination with Hiroomi Tosaka. He later became the vocalist of Sandaime J Soul Brothers from Exile Tribe. In September 27, the group first appeared Fantasy Goya-sai: Exile Tamashī. In November 10, the group released their first single "Best Friend's Girl".
In the past, Imaichi has expressed in several occasions how Exile's Takahiro was a major influence in his career and path to becoming a vocalist.
He is often compared to ATSUSHI, for his resemblance to him while wearing sunglasses.