DD Company was founded in 2017 by Zeararu. to give more opportunities to the groups through better organisation, promotion and space to perform. DD stands for Daredemo Dream, meaning Anybody Can Dream. It's also a play on the otaku term Daredemo Daisuki, used to refer to fans who can't choose a favourite member.
There are currently 5 idol groups and 2 bands registered under DD, as well as other associated talents, staff, and trainees. The members often collaborate to produce videos and sometimes appear together at events such as DD Party. Below are some short introductions to the other groups under DD as well as links to where you can find out more about them.
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*ChocoLate Bomb!!, often known as Chocobo, is a male idol group with 7 members. They have been close friends with MeseMoa. for many years, sometimes being the opening act for their concerts, and joined DD when it was founded in 2017. The group was formed by E~suke and began by posting dance covers like Musumen., starting to release original songs in 2015. The odorite Iripon is a former member, as is the goat Shiropen (yes, really).
Members: Panmen, Leo, Nagisa Kouta, E~suke, Sasser, Yujimaru, Takkun
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YouTube English translation account (fanmade)
The band fixsodia formed in 2013 when the members met at music college, and became part of DD Company in 2017. Their lineup has had several changes over the years, and there are currently 2 members - vocalist Mikkii is an old friend of Shirofuku's. fixsodia have produced many songs for other DD groups as well as their own music.
Members: Mikkii, Bach
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Panda Dragon, also known as Paragon or Pandora, is a male idol group with 6 members. They formed in 2018 when the members passed the MeseMoa. Babies Audition and were the first new group to be created under DD. Their singles are usually cheerful and inspired by different countries. Former member Yuuya graduated in March 2021.
Members: Nagi, Naruki, Patch, Youta, Taiga, Adu
Links:
YouTube English translation account (fanmade)
cosmic!! was a 7-member male idol group formed in 2017 by odorite duo T-ine! They joined DD Company in 2019 and disbanded on 9th April 2023. Some of the members have remained associated with DD:
Turu-T and JAM have become a dance and vocal duo under DD.
Kikucho and Toa have taken over management of DD LIVE CAFE cosmic!!
Former member Tommy (who graduated in 2021) is an actor under DD's management
Members: Sora, JAM, Kikucho, Toa, Umineko, Turu- T, Fine
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YouTube English translation account (fanmade)
Often known as WanNyan, they are a four-piece band who joined DD in 2021. They were formerly known as GRANDSTAND and have been writing songs for the DD groups for several years. Their brand is performing in dog and cat masks. Their fans are called Otomodachi, which was also the name of the album they promoted in 2021 when they opened a pop-up shop in Tokyo.
Members: Golden Kunka-kun, Chihuahua Jap Jr, Munchi Kan, Persia Goraiko
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ReLIT is a 7-member male idol group which formed in 2021. The members are all former DD trainees and were selected to be part of the new group through the DD Babies Debut Audition. Their first single was produced using the money they earned through the audition process. When they debuted, some of the members adopted new stage names.
Members: Aono Seiichiro, Ayano Ren, Kinose Haruki, Taki Kanata, Miyamae Masaya, Nishina Hibiki, Asaga Ryuu
Links:
YouTube English translation account (fanmade)
DD's newest group, formed out of the members who won the Paragon Babies Audition in 2023. They have been formed as a younger brother group to Panda Dragon, so their activities are currently limited to being the opening act for Paragon's tour. Their group name and member colours will be announced on 3rd May.
Members: Fujita Shunpei, Ryuwo*, Komugi., Tora, Gento, Oto, Shima
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DD Babies are DD's idols in training. The members have joined in various generations since 2018, so some have been training for years while others are very new. Originally they were a large group of trainees who would perform at monthly concerts, but they disbanded following the Paragon Babies Audition. Some members were then split into 2 trainee groups: Ramune Market and ONEFULL.
Links:
Official blog DD Babies Twitter YouTube English translation account (fanmade)
Ramune Market (or Ramuket for short) is a trainee idol group aiming to debut. Their members include former DD Babies members as well as new trainees.
Members: Yabuki, Iori, Kaori, Icchi
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ONEFULL is a trainee idol group aiming to debut. Their members include former DD Babies members as well as new trainees.
Members: Kenty, Rinto, Souta, Rio, Shou, Yuuto, Hikaru
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