DEEP SQUAD Members Profile and Facts
DEEP SQUAD (ディープ・スクワッド) is a six-member all-male vocal group consisting of TAKA, YUICHIRO, KEISEI, Uhara Yuhi, RYOJI, and SUZUKI, managed by LDH JAPAN and signed to Sony Music Associated Records. Formed in 2019, the group includes the three remaining members of DEEP joined by three winners of the DEEP VOCALIST AUDITION, which saw over 12,000 contestants. They officially debuted on July 22, 2020, with the digital single “Get With You,” exactly one year after the project was announced.
DEEP SQUAD Official Accounts:
Website: LDH mobile / LINK Fanclub
X (Twitter): @DEEPSQUAD_JP
Instagram: @deep_squad_official
YouTube: DEEP SQUAD
TikTok: @deepsquad_official
Spotify: Deep Squad
Members Profile:
TAKA
Stage Name: TAKA (タカ)
Birth Name: Kimura Takahiro (木村貴浩)
Position: Leader
Birthday: October 24, 1983
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Height: 175cm (5’9″)
Blood Type: O
Instagram: deep_taka
TAKA Facts:
– He was born in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.
– He graduated from ESP Musical Academy.
– In 2006, he became a finalist in the EXILE VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION ASIAN DREAM.
– He debuted as a founding member of DEEP and later became the group’s leader after ATSUSHI’s departure.
– He remains the only original member of DEEP as of now.
– In 2019, he also became a member of DEEP SQUAD following the group’s formation.
– He expressed a desire to support LDH as a producer and foster new talent through DEEP SQUAD.
– He envisions DEEP SQUAD becoming a platform for the next generation, including plans for entertainment-filled arena tours.
– He shares the same given name as EXILE’s TAKAHIRO.
YUICHIRO
Stage Name: YUICHIRO (ユウイチロウ)
Birth Name: Maeda Yuuichiro (前田雄一郎)
Birthday: November 8, 1981
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Height: 173cm (5’8″)
Blood Type: A
Twitter: YUICHIRO_deep
Instagram: deep_yuichiro_official
YUCHIRO Facts:
– He was born in Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.
– In 2006, he became a finalist in the EXILE VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION ASIAN DREAM.
– He officially joined DEEP that same year.
– His younger brother is RYO, a former member of DEEP.
– He has known KEISEI and SHOKICHI since 2006 due to their shared musical roots.
– In 2019, he became a member of DEEP SQUAD following the group’s formation.
– Upon the formation of DEEP SQUAD, he affectionately referred to the new members as “sons” he hoped to raise with love and care.
KEISEI
Stage Name: KEISEI (ケイセイ)
Birth Name: Amou Keisei (天羽景聖)
Birthday: January 24, 1986
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Blood Type: A
Instagram: deep_keisei
KEISEI Facts:
– He was born in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.
– He graduated from ESP Musical Academy.
– In 2006, he was a semifinalist in the EXILE VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION ASIAN DREAM and later joined DEEP.
– He has been close with YUICHIRO and SHOKICHI since 2006 due to their shared musical backgrounds.
– In February 2018, he married a non-celebrity woman.
– In 2019, he became a member of DEEP SQUAD following the group’s formation.
– In 2023, he featured on Sato Kodai’s track “SWEET GIRL” alongside D’Soul.
– Since January 2024, he has hosted the radio program NEW MUSIC PEOPLE on FM NORTH WAVE.
Higa Suzuki
Stage Name: SUZUKI (スズキ)
Birth Name: Higa Suzuki (比嘉涼樹)
Position: Vocalist
Birthday: August 14, 1995
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: –
Blood Type: –
Nationality: Japanese
Instagram: @suzuki_higa_official
SUZUKI Facts:
– He was born in Okinawa, Japan.
– He previously worked as a sushi chef and a hairdresser, gaining expertise in hair care.
– Around age 18 or 19, he began wearing makeup due to influence from friends and work in the beauty industry.
– On July 22, 2019, he was announced as one of the three winners of the DEEP VOCALIST AUDITION and joined DEEP SQUAD.
– He admires EXILE ATSUSHI, EXILE HIRO, and DJ DARUMA.
– He listens to a wide range of genres including anime songs, Japanese idols, and BIGBANG.
– He prefers modest and street fashion styles, from vintage to rock, and also wears women’s clothing.
– He is known for being laid-back and chill, but also sharp, insightful, and occasionally “tsundere.”
– Though shy at first, he becomes playful once he’s comfortable.
– He’s an indoor person who rarely goes out alone and prefers staying home on his days off.
– He enjoys cooking and cleaning with others and has a strong competitive streak.
– His hobbies include anime, fashion, fishing, and camping.
– He is highly detail-oriented, especially about routines like drying laundry and skincare.
– Due to an egg allergy and sensitive skin, he limits sweets and is careful with his skincare.
– He hopes to debut as a solo artist and release an all-English song with WOLF HOWL HARMONY.
Sugiyama Ryoji
Stage Name: RYOJI (リョウジ)
Birth Name: Sugiyama Ryoji (杉山亮司)
Position: Leader, Vocalist, Rapper
Birthday: May 15, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Height: 177 cm (5’9½”)
Weight: –
Blood Type: –
Nationality: Japanese
Instagram: @ryoji_sugiyama_official
RYOJI Facts:
– He was born in Saitama Prefecture, Tokyo, Japan.
– He has an older brother.
– From a young age, he played soccer and developed skill in juggling.
– Before debuting, he worked part-time as a painter and also trained as a hair stylist.
– He became a fan of DEEP during their “COLOR” era.
– On July 22, 2019, he joined DEEP SQUAD as one of the three winners of the DEEP VOCALIST AUDITION, alongside Uhara Yuhi and Higa Suzuki.
– He admires artists such as Chris Brown, DJ DARUMA, EXILE HIRO, and KAZUKI from DOBERMAN INFINITY; Chris Brown in particular inspired his interest in singing and rapping.
– He describes himself as a well-balanced person—funny, attentive, and assertive.
– He leads the group’s musical direction, contributes to songwriting and production, and regularly shares music with the members.
– His hobbies include writing rap lyrics and playing soccer.
– He is interested in Korean music, food, and club culture, and hopes to travel to Korea one day.
– He enjoys anime like “ONE PIECE“, “Chainsaw Man”, and “Oshi no Ko”, and likes playing soccer and basketball.
– He is learning English and is friends with NOSUKE and Sato Hinata from the iCON Z audition.
– He has a distinct preference for fragrances, often blending masculine and sweet scents like cream puffs.
– His favorite foods include karaage, yakiniku, sushi, and omurice.
Uhara Yuhi
Birth Name: Uhara Yuhi (宇原 雄飛)
Position: Singer, Performer
Birthday: March 16, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Height: 178 cm (5 ft 10 in)
Weight: –
Blood Type: –
Nationality: Japanese
Instagram: @yuhi_uhara_official
Uhara Yuhi Facts:
– He was born in Osaka Prefecture, Japan.
– In his youth, he began training at EXPG Osaka.
– As an early step into the entertainment industry, he auditioned for VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION 5.
– In 2019, he won the Grand Prix at the DEEP VOCALIST AUDITION, earning his debut opportunity.
– On July 22, 2020, he officially debuted with DEEP SQUAD through their first digital single, “Get With You.”
– He was later announced as a member of LDH’s next-generation group, THE JET BOY BANGERZ.
– He passed the Men’s Chapter 2 of iCON Z Dreams For Children, leading to his second debut with THE JET BOY BANGERZ.
– He was awarded MVP at the DODGEBALL KINGDOM THE 2ND SEASON tournament.
– He is half Korean, though he does not speak the language.
– Among the members, he is known for being dependable and passionate, while also playful and mischievous.
– He frequently performs as the center during THE JET BOY BANGERZ stages.
– He takes an active role in songwriting, music selection, and production across both groups.
– He is currently taking acting lessons and hopes to pursue solo activities in the future.
– He has a strong interest in beauty and skincare, regularly visiting salons for treatments and eyebrow grooming.
– He takes pride in maintaining clear skin and has never experienced major skin issues.
– He describes himself as an outdoorsy person who enjoys exploring and appreciating scenic views.
– He greatly admires EXILE SHOKICHI for his skills in music and production.
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