I. Introduction:
L.E.I. (零), the stage name of Kawamura Kazuma (川村壱馬), is a Japanese singer, performer, and actor, widely recognized as a lead vocalist in THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE. Kazuma first gained attention in 2014 after winning EXILE Presents VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION 4 ~Yume wo Motta Wakamono Tachi e~, where he was one of three winners chosen to join THE RAMPAGE. Now expanding his musical career, L.E.I. will debut as a soloist with his upcoming single, “Enter,” set for release on January 29, 2025.
Stage Name: L.E.I. (零)
Birth Name: Kawamura Kazuma (川村壱馬)
Position: Vocalist, Rapper, Performer, Actor
Birthday: January 7, 1997
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Height: 170 cm (5’6″)
Blood Type: B
Instagram: rmpg_kazuma_kawamura | @lei_staff
Twitter: @lei_staff
Youtube: @零/L.E.I
Fun Facts:
– He was born In Osaka, Japan.
– He is an only child.
– His mother is an esthetician and involved in the beauty business.
– He and his father are 40 years apart and get along great, he plans to buy him a house.
– He has been training karate since he was a child.
– In spring 2024, he shared that his lifelong goal is to marry the person he loves and enjoy a happy marriage, a dream he remains committed to despite his career as a public figure.
– In October 2018, he made his acting debut in the TV drama Prince of Legend, playing the role “Team Kyogoku Brothers‘” prince Ryu Kyogoku.
– On February 14, 2019, he attended the PRINCE OF LEGEND PREMIUM LIVE SHOW, a fan-meeting with the whole Prince of Legend cast, at Yokohama Arena.
– He is one of the members of a krump dance crew Rag Pound, together with fellow bandmates Makoto and Kaisei.
– He has written the lyrics for the songs ‘100degrees‘ & ‘Dream on‘.
– He worked with RIKU & Hokuto to write the lyrics for the song ‘Song for you‘.
– Hobbies include listening to music, shopping, walking, and reading books.
– Special skills are singing, dancing (krump), karate, rapping, and acting.
– A devoted fan of Tosaka Hiroomi from Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS, he shares a close friendship with him and often seeks his advice and inspiration.
– Associated emoji is a wolf, symbolizing his serious and calm nature.
– Known as the center of THE RAMPAGE and highly regarded for his English language skills.
– Developed a passion for krumping after watching Iwata Takanori, despite initially having little interest in dance.
– Has the deepest singing voice within the group and is known for his serious, stoic character.
– Viewed by others as sharp and straightforward but also has a softer, endearing side.
– Praised by his Sadako DX co-stars for his dedication and ability to uplift others on set.
– Values authenticity, preferring to live by his own principles and personal philosophy.
– Hasegawa Makoto describes him as outwardly cool but with a youthful, charming personality that enjoys sweets and Pokémon.
– Often described as having a mysterious aura that draws people in.
– Seen by Yoshino Hokuto as a perfectionist who deeply cares for those around him.
– Has grown more forgiving, now trying to understand different perspectives despite his strong sense of justice.
– Frequently compared to a wolf for his calm, solitary nature and unique perspective.
– Self-identifies as individualistic and finds it difficult to talk to new people due to shyness.
– Admits to having insecurities but strives to embody an ideal self.
– Considers himself highly professional, following a strict diet and skincare routine since junior high.
– Credits his mother for instilling his interest in skincare, which he believes supports his mental health.
– Summarizes his personality in one word as “free.”
– Approaches work with intensity, only pursuing projects he is passionate about.
– Personally oversees the creation of his merchandise, considering allergies and preferences of his fans.
– Balances his work in the group and solo endeavors, giving 120% to each role.
– Believes the group’s survival depends on his personal success, feeling a strong sense of responsibility.
– Aspires to be influential, leave a legacy, and challenge societal norms around gender, especially in beauty.
– Inspired by EXILE AKIRA to maintain clear boundaries between solo and group work for personal stability.
– Appreciates his own resilience and unique sense of self.
– Describes himself as “serious and passionate” and deeply committed to his family, friends, and fans.
– Finds joy in surprising others with gifts and in taking care of those around him.
– When it comes to relationships, he values authenticity and mutual growth, disliking superficiality or cheating.
– Draws encouragement from knowing his loved ones are present, rather than seeking explicit support.
– Desires to explore varied acting roles, with an interest in mystery and unique, unconventional characters.
– A big eater but mindful of his weight and diet due to past body image concerns.
– Enjoys cooking and experimenting with various recipes at home.
– Prefers sweeter chocolates over bitter ones.
– Has a broad music taste, enjoying hip-hop as well as classical and orchestral genres.
– Aspires to work in music production and other creative fields.
– Extremely afraid of insects, often avoiding them during shoots.
– Known as a “clean-freak,” feeling uneasy if his surroundings aren’t orderly.
– Strives for minimalism but collects video game figures, which he lovingly dresses up.
– Passionate about interior design, enjoying quick redecorations and specific color themes.
– Avidly interested in makeup, valuing it as a personal choice beyond gender norms.
– Sees makeup as a way to boost self-esteem and freely admires unconventional styles.
– Often uses makeup to create moods, choosing “masculine” or “sexy” looks for shoots.
– Sometimes wears light-colored lip balm in private for confidence.
– Also focused on inner health, watching his diet closely and avoiding additives.
– Has a love for cute items, dressing his stuffed animals in tiny clothes.
– Passionate gamer, often playing with other artists in competitive settings.
– Enjoys watching gaming tips and tricks on YouTube.
– A devoted reader, particularly drawn to mystery, philosophical works, and romance.
– Enjoys manga over anime and appreciates titles like CROWS, Evangelion, and Black Butler.
– Wears a mix of sporty street and chic clothes, depending on his mood.
– Avoids mixing brands, especially for high-end fashion.
– Treasures gifts from friends, like jewelry and accessories with sentimental value.
– Prefers wearing plain white T-shirts with silver accessories.
– Very much an indoor person, describing himself as “super ultraindoor.”
– Identifies as a night person who dislikes working out in public, training at home instead.
– Reflects fondly on a childhood friendship from his karate dojo that became like family.
– Often befriends people older than himself, finding comfort in their company.
– Played baseball and brass instruments in junior high but wasn’t keen on team sports.
– Remains a fan of baseball today.
– Faced social challenges in elementary school, where he often felt misunderstood.
– Avoids giving direct advice to juniors, preferring a supportive approach.
– Defines true strength as the courage to face personal weaknesses.
– Beginning October 2024 he created the stage name L.E.I for solo work and will be releasing his first single titled “Enter” in January 2025.
II. Filmography:
Dramas
- Sexy Tanaka-san: Nakahara Shingo (2023)
- Nichiyo no Yoru Gurai wa…: Sumida Kenta (2023)
- 6 from High&Low the Worst: Hanaoka Fujio (2020)
- Aristocratic Birth: Prince of Legend: Kyogoku Ryu (2019)
- High&Low: The Worst Episode.O: Hanaoka Fujio (2019)
- Prince of Legend: Kyogoku Ryu (2018)
Movies
- My (K)night: Setsuna (2023)
- Sadako DX: Maeda Ouji (2022)
- High&Low: The Worst X: Hanaoka Fujio (2022)
- Advent of an Aristocrat: Prince of Legend: Kyogoku Ryu (2020)
- High&Low: The Worst: Hanaoka Fujio (2019)
- Prince of Legend: Kyogoku Ryu (2019)
III. Music:
Singles
[2025.01.29] Enter
Solo Songs
[2023] Sekai ga Kawatte Shimatta Keredo
Participating Works
[2018] m-flo presents PRINCE PROJECT feat. Kawamura Kazuma - "Take on Me"[
WITH THE RAMPAGE
Studio Albums
[2018.09.12] THE RAMPAGE
[2019.10.30] THE RIOT
[2021.02.24] REBOOT
[2022.01.25] RAY OF LIGHT
[2023.02.22] ROUND & ROUND
Best Albums
[2024.02.14] 16SOUL / 16PRAY
Other Albums
[2019.07.03] BATTLE OF TOKYO ~ENTER THE Jr.EXILE~
[2020.01.31] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2017-2018 "GO ON THE RAMPAGE" (digital live album)
[2021.06.23] BATTLE OF TOKYO TIME 4 Jr.EXILE
[2022.09.12] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2019 "THROW YA FIST" (digital live album)
[2023.07.19] BATTLE OF TOKYO CODE OF Jr.EXILE
[2024.08.07] BATTLE OF TOKYO Jr.EXILE vs NEO EXILE
[2024.09.11] RMX16 (remix album)
Singles
[2017.01.25] Lightning
[2017.04.19] FRONTIERS
[2017.07.19] Dirty Disco
[2017.11.08] 100degrees
[2018.04.25] Fandango
[2018.07.18] HARD HIT
[2019.01.30] THROW YA FIST
[2019.07.31] WELCOME 2 PARADISE
[2019.10.02] SWAG & PRIDE
[2020.01.15] FULLMETAL TRIGGER
[2020.04.25] INVISIBLE LOVE
[2020.09.30] FEARS
[2020.12.09] MY PRAYER
[2021.06.30] HEATWAVE
[2021.10.27] LIVING IN THE DREAM
[2022.09.07] THE POWER
[2022.10.19] Tsunage Kizuna
[2022.11.30] ROUND UP / KIMIOMOU
[2023.05.02] 16BOOSTERZ
[2023.08.02] Summer Riot ~Nettaiya~ / Everest
[2023.11.08] Katasumi
[2024.05.08] CyberHelix
[2024.07.24] 24karats GOLD GENESIS
[2024.10.30] Endless Happy-Ending
Digital Singles
[2020.10.26] MY PRAYER
[2021.04.07] YOUR LIFE YOUR GAME
[2021.05.03] ALL ABOUT TONIGHT
[2021.08.11] LIVING IN THE DREAM
[2021.09.08] Moon and Back
[2021.09.15] Stampede
[2021.09.29] OFF THE WALL
[2022.03.02] Change My Life
Pre-release Digital Singles
[2018.07.07] BREAKING THE ICE
[2018.08.31] LA FIESTA
[2018.09.05] Over
[2018.12.28] THROW YA FIST
[2019.01.07] Starlight
[2019.01.13] DOWN BY LAW
[2019.07.04] WELCOME 2 PARADISE
[2019.07.04] SUMMER DAYS
[2019.07.19] One More Kiss
[2019.07.26] Nobody
[2019.09.12] SWAG & PRIDE
[2019.09.16] FIRED UP
[2019.10.09] Move the World
[2019.10.22] So Good
[2019.12.13] FULLMETAL TRIGGER
[2020.03.20] INVISIBLE LOVE
[2020.08.19] FEARS
[2020.11.25] ESCAPE
[2021.02.01] SILVER RAIN
[2021.04.26] CALL OF JUSTICE
[2021.10.18] No Limit
[2022.01.07] RAY OF LIGHT
[2022.06.29] THE POWER
[2022.09.25] Tsunage Kizuna
[2022.10.31] ROUND UP
[2023.04.11] 16BOOSTERZ
[2023.07.23] Everest
[2023.07.31] Summer Riot ~Nettaiya~
Collaboration Singles
[2023.11.24] What is done (with BOOM BOOM CASH)
Other Singles
[2021.12.01] THE RAMPAGE FROM EXILE
[2022.04.25] MY PRAYER - From THE FIRST TAKE
[2022.04.25] Starlight - From THE FIRST TAKE
Live DVD/Blu-rays
[2022.04.27] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2021 "REBOOT" ~WAY TO THE GLORY~ THE FINAL
Compilations/Others
[2016.06.15] HiGH&LOW ORIGINAL BEST ALBUM (CD2 #6 "Unbreakable" (GENERATIONS vs THE RAMPAGE), CD2 #7 "FIND A WAY")
[2022.12.28] HiGH&LOW THE WORST BEST ALBUM (CD1 #3 "SWAG & PRIDE", #9 "FIRED UP", CD2 #2 "THE POWER", #4 "Slam That Down", #9 "Fallen Butterfly")
IV. Concerts/Tours
Tours
[2017.12.01-2018.08.17] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2017-2018 "GO ON THE RAMPAGE"
[2019.02.06-2019.05.26] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2019 "THROW YA FIST"
[2020.02.05-2020.02.24] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2020 "RMPG"
[2021.03.17-2021.04.28] THE RAMPAGE PROLOGUE LIVE TOUR 2021 "REBOOT" ~WAY TO THE GLORY~
[2021.07.01-2021.12.15] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2021 "REBOOT" ~WAY TO THE GLORY~
[2022.04.16-2022.12.30] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2022 "RAY OF LIGHT"
[2023.05.27-2023.12.24] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2023 "16"
[2024.04.06-2024.07.21] THE RAMPAGE LIVE TOUR 2024 "CyberHelix" RX-16
Concerts
[2020.07.08] LIVE×ONLINE "THE RAMPAGE"
[2020.09.19] LIVE×ONLINE IMAGINATION "THE RAMPAGE"
[2020.12.22] LIVE×ONLINE BEYOND THE BORDER "THE RAMPAGE"
[2022.10.31] ABEMA×LDH ONLINE Limited Live THE RAMPAGE 2022
[2023.11.18] 2023 THE RAMPAGE 1st FAN CONCERT in SEOUL ~THE BEGINNING~
Concerts Featured In
[2016.07.22-2016.10.03] HiGH&LOW THE LIVE
[2019.07.04-2019.07.07] BATTLE OF TOKYO ~ENTER THE Jr.EXILE~
[2019.12.31] LDH PERFECT YEAR 2020 COUNTDOWN LIVE 2019▶︎2020 "RISING"
[2020.09.27] LIVE×ONLINE PREMIUM LIVE EXILE TRAIN
[2020.10.30] LIVE×ONLINE INFINITY "Trick or Treat!! R.F.B. Halloween Party!!"
[2020.12.31] LIVE×ONLINE COUNTDOWN 2020▶︎2021 "RISING SUN TO THE WORLD"
[2021.03.10-2021.06.12] EXILE TRIBE LIVE TOUR 2021 "RISING SUN TO THE WORLD"
[2021.12.31] LIVE×ONLINE COUNTDOWN 2021▶︎2022
[2022.05.21] iCON Z 2022 ~Dreams For Children~
[2022.07.21-2022.07.24] BATTLE OF TOKYO TIME 4 Jr.EXILE
[2022.12.31] Jr.EXILE LIVE-EXPO 2022
[2023.07.21-2023.07.30] BATTLE OF TOKYO CODE OF Jr.EXILE
[2023.12.30-2023.12.31] LDH LIVE-EXPO 2023
[2024.08.10-2024.09.01] BATTLE OF TOKYO ~Jr.EXILE vs NEO EXILE~
Concerts Featured as Support Act
[2014.06] EXILE TRIBE PERFECT YEAR 2014 SPECIAL STAGE "THE SURVIVAL" IN SAITAMA SUPER ARENA 10DAYS
[2014.09-2014.12] EXILE TRIBE PERFECT YEAR LIVE TOUR TOWER OF WISH 2014 ~THE REVOLUTION~
[2015.05-2015.10] Sandaime J Soul Brothers LIVE TOUR 2015 "BLUE PLANET"
[2015.09-2015.12] EXILE LIVE TOUR 2015 "AMAZING WORLD"
[2016.10-2017.05] EXILE THE SECOND LIVE TOUR 2016-2017 "WILD WILD WARRIORS"
Events
[2021.09.08] ABEMA × LDH 2021 Special Fan Meeting EXILE TRIBE STATION in YOKOHAMA
[2021.12.09] ABEMA×LDH ONLINE X'mas LIVE PARTY
[2022.09.21] ABEMA×LDH THE RAMPAGE SPECIAL FAN MEETING 2022
[2023.12.08] THE RAMPAGE FAN EVENT in THAILAND
[2024.06.03] THE RAMPAGE FAN EVENT in THAILAND 2024
[2024.06.16] THE RAMPAGE OFFICIAL FAN CLUB EVENT 2024 "THE RAVERS DAY" CyberHelix AFTER PARTY IN OSAKA
Sources: Exile Tribe Wiki, The Rampage Fan Club, The Rampage Official Website.
Profile information sourced from [L.E.I. Profile & Facts] (created by me).
