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Sheila on 7 is an alternative rock band from Yogyakarta, Indonesia. They have changed their lineup several times since their formation on 6 May 1996. Their first lineup consisted of Akhdiyat Duta Modjo (also known as Duta, vocals), Saktia "Sakti" Ari Seno (guitar), Eross Candra (guitar), Adam Muhammad Subarkah (bass), and Anton Widiastanto (drums). Anton left the group in 2004, while Sakti left in 2006, leaving their current lineup as it is, but with Brian Kresna Putro replacing Anton in the drums until his departure in 2022.<ref name="So7 RSI">Template:Cite magazine</ref>

Their self titled debut album Sheila on 7 was ranked #33 by Rolling Stone Indonesia on "The 150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time".<ref>Template:Cite book</ref> The magazine also listed the songs "Dan" (#29) and "Melompat Lebih Tinggi" (#147) on "The 150 Greatest Indonesian Songs of All Time".<ref>Template:Cite book</ref>

Sheila on 7 is the first ever band in Indonesia with their first 3 albums sold more than 1 million copies in Indonesia only, with Kisah Klasik Untuk Masa Depan ranked #8 and Sheila on 7 ranked #13 on the list of Indonesian all time best selling albums. Kisah Klasik Untuk Masa Depan charted at #1 on Hits Albums of the World on Billboard Malaysia.<ref>Template:Cite magazine</ref> By now, Sheila on 7 has sold estimated more than 8 million copies album in Indonesia.

HistoryEdit

The band came from an earlier incarnation called " W.H.Y Gank " which was headed by Adam and Sakti. Both members had invited Duta - who had been performing with Adam at as a singer and acoustic guitar duo at their neighbourhood 17 August celebrations - to join their band practice to be a vocalist.<ref name="history">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> A year after "W.H.Y Gank" was formed, the band met Eross (who then became their lead guitarist and leader the band). The four of them decided to form a new band, and while at their first studio jamming session Eross introduced the band to Anton. The band was given the name "Sheilagank" - "Sheila" being the name of a female friend both Adam and Eross knew of - with the official formation date being 6 May 1996.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Sheilagank performed in numerous band festivals organised by high schools for about 2 years until the middle of 1998, when they got their first recording contract with the Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia label.<ref name="So7 RSI"/> The members changed their band name to "Sheila On 7": the "on 7" referring to the seven-note solfège, while "Sheilagank" became the name of their fanbase.

Sheila On 7 since its beginning in the Indonesian music scene has made a lot of achievements, including being the only Indonesian band that is able to sell physical albums for more than one million copies, three albums in a row. Through the success of the debut album Sheila On 7 (1999), followed by two other albums that exploded in the market, Kisah Klasik Untuk Masa Depan (2000) and 07 Des (2002). In 2003, they released their first film soundtrack Ost. 30 Hari Mencari Cinta which succeeded sold over 600.000 copies and followed by their fourth studio album Pejantan Tangguh in 2004, although not as successful as the first three albums where sales reached millions, this album was able to sell more than 450,000 copies. Because of that success, they also have loyal listeners in neighboring countries such as Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei.

On 18 October 2004, Anton was dismissed from the band management due to disciplinary issues while Brian filled Anton's position.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> Brian performed with Sheila On 7 in different promo tours for the album Pejantan Tangguh. The Very Best of Sheila On 7: Jalan Terus (2005) album became the first studio recording release after the drummer replacement.<ref name="So7 RSI"/>

In 2006, Sakti left the band amidst recording 507 as he was to continue his studies in Pakistan and this did not gel with their schedule. It was during this time that Brian was promoted as their permanent drummer until 2022.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref>

On 26 January 2018, Sheila on 7 released their first single entitled "Film Favorit" under their own label named 507 Records. It also be their first time to involves music directors for working on their song.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref><ref>Template:Cite news</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref> "Film Favorit" itself is a song created by guitarist Eross, which inspired the story of a close friend who has not managed to find a life partner.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref><ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

On November 25, 2024, they released their latest single titled "Memori Baik," featuring Aishameglio, the daughter of Duta.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation |CitationClass=web }}</ref>

Musical styleEdit

Their musical style is deemed difficult to determine though it is still in the pop rock genre, but it is clear that they are believed to play a "Sheila music", where ideas or creations for their songs emerge spontaneously, hence the simple lyrics and musical concepts. Sheila on 7 tend to compose upbeat and optimistic songs that reflect the bliss of being teenagers and young adults.<ref name="So7 RSI"/>

Band membersEdit

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Current members

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Former members

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TimelineEdit

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DiscographyEdit

Studio albumsEdit

Title Album details Sales Certifications
Sheila On 7 1,300,000+
Kisah Klasik Untuk Masa Depan
(Classic Tales for the Future)
1,700,000+
07 Des
  • Released: 18 March 2002
  • Label: Sony Music (Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore)
  • Formats: CD, cassette, digital download
1,300,000+
Pejantan TangguhTemplate:Ref label
(Alpha Male)
  • Released: 25 May 2004
  • Label: Sony Music (Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore)
  • Formats: CD, cassette, digital download
450,000+
  • ASIRI: 3× Platinum<ref name="So7 Anton"/>
507 Template:N/A Template:N/A
Menentukan Arah
(Determine the Direction)
  • Released: 28 July 2008
  • Label: Sony BMG Music Entertainment Indonesia
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Berlayar
(Sailing)
1.000.000+
  • ASIRI: Multi Platinum<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation
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Musim Yang Baik
(Good Season)
  • Released: 10 December 2014
  • Label: Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia
  • Formats: CD, digital download
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Compilation albumsEdit

Title Album details Sales Certifications
OST. 30 Hari Mencari Cinta
(OST. 30 Days Looking for Love)
600,000+
  • ASIRI: 4× Platinum
The Very Best of Sheila On 7: Jalan Terus
(The Very Best of Sheila On 7: Move Along)
  • Released: 2005
  • Label: Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia
  • Formats: CD & cassette
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Sheila On 7 Top Request
(Sheila On 7 Top Hits)
  • Released: 2009
  • Label: Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia
  • Formats: CD & digital download
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FilmographyEdit

Awards and nominationsEdit

Award Year Category Work/Nominee Result Ref.
Panasonic Awards 1999 Best Music Video "Dan" Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 1999 Best Pop Song "Dan" Template:Won
MTV Indonesia Awards 2000 Most Favorite New Artist "Dan" Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2001 Best Progressive Pop Song "Sephia" Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2001 Best Song "Sephia" Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2001 Best Recording Artist "Sephia" Template:Nom
Indonesian Music Awards 2001 Best Album Kisah Klasik Untuk Masa Depan Template:Nom
Indonesian Music Awards 2001 Best Progressive Pop Album Kisah Klasik Untuk Masa Depan Template:Nom
Indonesian Music Awards 2001 Best Progressive Pop Duo/Group "Tunjuk Satu Bintang" Template:Nom
Popular Star Awards 2001 Popular Star Special Award Sheila on 7 Template:Won <ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Music Planet Awards 2002 Most Popular Duo/Group Sheila on 7 Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2002 Best Pop Album 07 Des Template:Won
Music Planet Awards 2003 Most Popular Duo/Group Sheila on 7 Template:Won
Music Planet Awards 2003 Best Duo/Group Sheila on 7 Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2004 Best Duo/Alternative Pop Group Pejantan Tangguh Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2004 Best Alternative Pop Album Pejantan Tangguh Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2004 Best of the Best Album Pejantan Tangguh Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2004 Best Alternative Pop Song "Pejantan Tangguh" Template:Won
Music Planet Awards 2005 Best Duo/Group Sheila on 7 Template:Won
Music Planet Awards 2005 APM Best Song "Berhenti Berharap" Template:Won
Music Industry Awards 2005 Best Indonesian Album Ost. 30 Hari Mencari Cinta Template:Won
Indonesian Music Awards 2012 Best Pop Duo/Group Sheila on 7 Template:Nom <ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Indonesian Music Awards 2013 Best Children Duo/Group/Vocal Group/Collaboration "Ambilkan Bulan" Template:Nom <ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Indonesian Choice Awards 2015 Song of the Year "Lapang Dada" Template:Won <ref name="ICA 2015 win">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Indonesian Choice Awards 2015 Album of the Year Musim Yang Baik Template:Won <ref name="ICA 2015 win"/>
Indonesian Choice Awards 2015 Band/Group/Duo of the Year Sheila on 7 Template:Won <ref name="ICA 2015 win"/>
Indonesian Music Awards 2015 Best Pop Duo/Group "Lapang Dada" Template:Nom <ref name="AMI 2015">Template:Cite news</ref>
Indonesian Music Awards 2015 Best Pop Recording Producer Eross Candra Template:Nom <ref name="AMI 2015"/>
Indonesian Music Awards 2015 Best Pop Album Musim Yang Baik Template:Nom <ref name="AMI 2015"/>
Indonesian Music Awards 2015 Best of the Best Album Musim Yang Baik Template:Nom <ref name="AMI 2015"/>
Dahsyatnya Awards 2015 Outstanding Video Clip "Lapang Dada" Template:Nom <ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Dahsyatnya Awards 2016 Outstanding Song "Lapang Dada" Template:Won <ref name="DA 2016 win">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Indonesian Choice Awards 2018 Song of the Year "Film Favorit" Template:Won <ref name="ICA 2018 win">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation CitationClass=web

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Indonesian Choice Awards 2018 Band/Group/Duo of the Year Sheila on 7 Template:Won <ref name="ICA 2018 win"/>

NotesEdit

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