Formed in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, on May 6, 1996, Sheila on 7 is an alternative rock band that blends rock and pop elements, characterized by catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and strong vocals. The band's initial lineup included Akhdiyat Duta Modjo on vocals, Saktia "Sakti" Ari Seno and Eross Candra on guitars, Adam Muhammad Subarkah on bass, and Anton Widiastanto on drums. Eross Candra is also the band's main songwriter. The name "Sheila on 7" refers to the seven-note solfège, and their fanbase is known as "Sheilagank." Sheila on 7 signed with Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia in 1998, and their self-titled debut album, released in 1999, achieved multi-platinum status and was ranked #33 on *Rolling Stone Indonesia*'s "The 150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time." The band made history as the first Indonesian act to sell over one million copies for each of their first three albums.