• Interview with Kaya

    In 2002, Kaya made his vocal debut in the Mana produced two-man unit, Schwarz Stein. In 2004, Schwarz Stein disbanded, and departing from the label the band was signed to, Kaya became a free singer. Using “aesthetics” as his main theme, Kaya conducts his activities with the goals of “the revolution of the aesthetic senses” and the “liberation of sexuality” in mind, and manages his own lyrics, CD jacket designs, make-up and costume designs as well as the organization... Read→

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    You can now catch up on the latest news, styles and interviews all in the palms of your hands AND … in English! Cure is proud to present a totally new way to read and review Cure Magazine. A free issue of Cure Visual-Kei, “Vol. 0”, is now available. Get your hands on 31 complete pages of visual-kei information! “Vol. 0” features… Special article – Versailles-Philharmonic Quintet : “Born of Death, a new story begins here” Special article 2 – Matenrou Opera: Towards... Read→

  • Interview with born

    born is a five member band that began together under RENNY AMY, which was active from August 2005, until December 31st, 2006. Shortly after, the same five members created D&L, and eventually changed their name to ‘born’ on April 9th, 2008 with the sponsored event at Takadanobaba AREA called “born presents 「bug scremo vol.01」”. About a week later, they released their first demonstration single, entitled 「Dust pain」, which was followed by the tour, 「Abnormal skin’s」. Since... Read→

  • Interview with Satsuki

    砂月-Satsuki- began his solo career on February 14th, 2009, after spending seven years as the vocalist for RENTRER EN SOI. His first solo release, 「AWAKE」 came out via his online shop on May 9th, and that month he also started his 「AWAKENING TO MOONLIGHT」 tour, which even made a stop in Los Angeles, California. His next release, 「CRYSTAL」 was out on August 21st, which was followed by his 「PEER INTO YOUR CRYSTAL HEART」 tour, where he preformed in both Tokyo and Las Vegas, Nevada. ... Read→

  • Q & A with a:Vout

    The staff at Shattered-Tranquility.net is proud to bring you another new interview, this time with the young visual band α:Vout! α:Vout is a Tokyo-based indies band signed to the Speed Disk record label that started activity in March of 2009 as a 5 piece band, with the lineup of Joy on vocals, MIROKU and Sou on guitars, yu-ma on bass, and Sin on drums. Their first live was in late April, just before they released their first maxi single, 「BLACK OUT」, on May 20th. They wasted no time in putting... Read→

  • Q & A with Misaruka

    The staff at Shattered-Tranquility.net is very proud to bring everyone a brand new interview with the up and coming band, ミサルカ [Misaruka]! Misaruka is a relatively new visual indies band based out of Tokyo. They started as a session band, and flourished into a full fledged band on June 12th, 2008. Just a little less than two months later, they released their first single 「-amakusa-」 on August 2nd, 2008. Their music and aesthetics have made them fairly popular witin the visual scene in... Read→

Posted on January 31, 2009 in New release, Oneman

and-news

We talked about アンド (And)’s upcoming releases back in December.

They have now published the name for the first single, set to come out on March 25th! The single will be called 「ブラック アウト」c/w「ブラック キャット」 (Blackout c/w Black Cat) and costs 1890 yen. The single will also come with a DVD that has the PV for “Blackout”.

To commemorate the release, they will also be having four instore events! March 25th at Osaka I.D. PILOET DEADONE, April 1st at Sendai little HEARTS, April 19th at ZEAL LINK in Shinjuku, and April 25th at ZEAL LINK in Shibuya.

Furthermore, as we mentioned before, they will be having their two year anniversary oneman on August 9th at EBISU Liquid Room. The title is 「特攻 神風大作戦-任務㊙録-」 (Tokkoui Kamikaze Taisakusen – Ninmu Hiroku-; Special Attack Kamikaze Epic – The Mission’s Confidential Notes -). The oneman will cost 4700 yen to attend.

That day they’ll be selling a livehouse only single. Details on that have yet to be released. Futhermore, they will be filming their first DVD at the oneman that iwll come out near the end of September. However, this DVD will not be available in stores, and will only be available to those who purchase a special ticket. The DVD will contain 10 songs.

Source: OHP

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Overseas

otokage-hits-the-usa

Thanks to Nicholas for sending this in to us!

It turns out that 音影 (Otokage) will be appearing at Tekkoshocon this April! The convention takes place from April 3rd – th at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center and Westin Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA.

More information about the convention can be found here: http://www.tekkoshocon.com.

Nicholas also mentioned that a flyer being distributed for Tekkoshocon reads at the top “ENJOY the music of TRANS DIMENSIONAL NINJA group [音影] OTOKAGE in their US DEBUT”.

Source: Nicholas, Tekkoshocon Flyer

Posted on January 31, 2009 in New release

japanesque-rock-collectionz-aid-dvd

On February 21st there’s a new DVD coming out which is a collaboration between CURE and Bands@id called 「Japanesque Rock Collectionz Aid DVD「Cure」Vol.2」!

The DVD contains the following:

・ The front cover bands are Moran and ゾロ (Zoro)

・ A a report from the UNDER CODE PRODUCTION sponsored 「KISAKI SECRET PARTY」 that happened on January 10th at ESAKA MUSE

・ A report covering 「Cureless Addiction」 which took place on January 23rd at O-East and featured Wizard, ダウト (D=OUT), DaizyStripper, NightingeiL and ドレミ團 (Doremidan)

・ Style Council, featuring 拓 (Taku) from 平成維新 (Heisei Ishin)

・ An intreview with ジュリエット (Juliette)

・ Live Pick Up with DELUHI, Dali and メガマッソ (Megamasso)

・ Dance coaching with vocalist カイ (Kai) from ALiBi

・ An honesty corner with DaizyStripper’s vocalist 夕霧 (Yuugiri)

・ A bonus track featuring a bowling showdown between イロクイ。 (Irokui.) and 姫苺 (Himeichigo)

The DVD will cost 3500 yen and is only available for purcahse through Bands@id.

Source: Irokui. OHP, Bands@aid OHP

Posted on January 31, 2009 in New release

more-info-on-vistlips-upcoming-album

More info was released with regards to vistlip’s new mini-album that I talked about here that will be released April 3rd, 2009. The mini-album will be entitled PATRIOT and will be released in 2 versions. The limited version will contain the 6 tracks, plus a PV for 3360 yen, and the regular edition will contain 6 songs for 2625 yen.

track list:
01.音色〜melody line〜 (neiro~melodyline~/ tone color~melodyline~)
02.EVE
03.Earl Gray
04.Re:明日晴れたら (Re: Ashita Haretara/ Re: Tomorrow Will be Cleared up)
05.Princess Dizzy
06.影鬼 (kaze oni/shadow demon)
PV for “EVE” [limited version]

source: lj comm, ohp

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Random Fact

random-fact-of-the-day

It is that time again, the most awesome time of the day. What time would that be? Well, random fact of the day. I am the hot piece everyone likes to call Big Ern and today we are going to talk about weak points and strong points. What does Kazuhi of Madieduor say his weak point is? Well, when he is angry it shows 100% on his face. His strong point is that he claims to be cheerful and erotic.

Erotic is something that Big Ern knows all about. It makes me want to bust out into this Madonna song.

Erotic, erotic, put your hands all over my body
Erotic, erotic, put your hands all over my body
Erotic, erotic, put your hands all over my …

Erotic, erotic, put your hands all over my body
Erotic, erotic, put your hands all over my body
All over me

Want to know my strong points? How about my weak points? I’m not telling you, not this time. You have to CLICK HERE AND FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ME. Stalk me, talk to me, shed tears with me. Add me if you want….I love you.

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Costumes, Event, New release

megaromanias-new-look

Hey guys have you noticed Megaromania’s new look? I love how they stick with their colors!!! What do you guys think?

picture-41
The band also has a few instores coming up this spring in honor of their April release APOCALYPSE. Instores start on April 12th and end on May 15th.

Source:UC HP, Holiday Blog

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Ask Ernie

what-happened-to-the-saruin-members

It seems like a lot of people are wondering what happen to members of their favorite bands, after they disband. I’m sure a lot of people are curious about the answer of this one, so thank you to erinia for sending it in!

Q: Dear Ernie, illuminate me! I was giving a listen to Saruin today after a long time and thought… what have the members done after disbanding? are they in any new project?

A: I will try to be as illuminating as possible!!

This one was a another question that had great timing, because I recently say posted in the Saruin community on LiveJournal that a few of the previous members will be participating in a session band on March 7th at Holiday Shinjuku called 『めがっさ☆ごっちゃまぜ-1限目-』 (Megassa☆Gocchamaze-1genme-).
The sesion band with the former Saruin members is as follows:
Vocals - 詩闇 (Shion) [ex Diz]
Guitar - 柳 (Yanagi) [ex-Saruin]
Guitar - 蘭丸 (Ranmaru) [ex-Saruin]
Bass - 駁 (Baku) [ex-Saruin]
Drums - 夕音 (Yune) [ex-Saruin]

澪牙 (Reiga) has been quite busy, however, not as a drummer! He has switched to vocals, and was in 安眠祈願 (Anmin Kigan) who came to a close on the 30th. On the 12th, he also participated in the session band ARLSW which consisted of quite an interesting line-up:
Vocals - 澪牙 (Reiga) [ex.Saruin]
Guitar - 恋†架 (Renka) [ex.EREMIA]
Guitar - 濡夜 (Juya)
Bass - 渉流 (Wataru) [ex.STELLA...]
Drums – あぎぃ (Agii) [ex.Jigolo]

Almost all of the members have all been participating in session bands on and off. A few of them still keep up their blogs, so the best way to stay on top with what they are up to, is through there!
澪牙 (Reiga) – http://ameblo.jp/reiga-blog
柳 (Yanagi) – http://profile.ameba.jp/yanagi-lily-henachonpe
駁 (Baku) – http://profile.ameba.jp/baku-ba

Unfortunately I couldn’t find anything about Maria, so if anyone has any news, please feel free to comment and let us know!

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Cool

my-funny-valentine-promo

On February 14th at Umeda Holiday, Viodish select is sponsoring an event called 「My funny valentine」. Other bands playing at the event are マイナス人生オーケストラ (Minus Jiinsei Orchestra), 紅蝉 (Benizemi), Sweet symmetry, Glamour Design, sper≠maria and Bedroom Of The Sun.

To promote the event, they’ve posted a video on YouTube containing footage of the band’s performing live.

Check it out!

Source: Visunavi

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Ask Ernie

what-happened-to-since-1889

Thanks to all the people who have been sending in their Ask Ernie questions! I’m working hard on getting through as many as I can, so please be patient if yours hasn’t been answered yet!

Today’s question is from Thursday, and it was perfect timing!

Q I’m curious to know if you have any idea what might have happened to SINCE1889. Their website is gone. :(

A: So I set off to find the answer to your question, and indeed their website was gone. The one on vkdb didn’t work, nor did the one linked from their label, Sequence Records.

I headed the member’s blogs, and Hiroki had just posted today (January 31st) that Since 1889 has relocated their OHP.

You can now keep up to date with them by visiting http://www.since1889.jp!

You can see on thier OHP that they now have four members, instead of three plus a new look! Their new member is “SUPERguitar”ist yoshiatsu. As stated in his first entry to his official Since 1889 blog, he joined on January 14th.

Since the beginning of the year, the band has participated in two lives, and have a few planned for February and March.

For all fans who want to keep up with the band, you can also add them on MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/since1889official, and check out the member’s blogs:
Ko-ta – http://yaplog.jp/since_ko-ta
Setsu – http://yaplog.jp/since_setsu
yoshiatsu – http://yaplog.jp/since_atsu
Hiroki – http://yaplog.jp/since_hiroki

I hope that answers your question! We’ll be sure to keep up with them and post news as it comes!

Posted on January 31, 2009 in New release

mix-speakersinc-s-new-single

Mix Speaker’s,Inc. will be releasing a new single entitled ‘ロミオのメロディー’ Romeo no Melody/Romeo’s Melody on April 1st, 2009. No further details have been announced.

source: msi comm, ohp

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Event, New release

gakidos-start-of-6-month-conseuctive-releases

我羇道 (Gakido) will be having a six month consecutive release that’s kicking off on March 25th, with the release of their first single, 「空中浮遊」 (Kuchuufuyuu; Levitation). The cost is 525 yen, which is probably a good indication that it’s only one track.

The band has also announced that on that same day, they will be sponsoring an event to mark their official start! The event title is in Korean (which I know very little about, so if any Korean speaks would like to help us out with this one, that would be appreciated!):

gakidoevent

Thanks to Mija’s friend Hyun for translating the title for us. The title means (will make you want to go to the event for sure) is  Bitches who call us weridos.

The event will take place at Takadanobaba AREA and costs 2500 yen to attend. The other bands performining that night will be Hi:BRiD, SectMa, 己龍 (Kiryuu), Administrator, 東京ミカエル。 (Tokyo Michael) and more.

Source: Jishuban Club, OHP

Posted on January 31, 2009 in New release

the-end-of-missing-tracklist

Just over a month ago we talked about UNDER CODE PRODUCTION’s 「SUPER COMPILATION ALBUM」, 「The end of missing」, that was coming out on March 4th.

Well, they have posted the tracklist for the album and it is as follows (band name followed by song title).
1. chariots – shred
2. Megaromania – Transparent Shine
3. 平成維新 (Heisei Ishin) – 破片 (Hahen; Fragment)
4. Lamina – 布教和音 (Fukyou Waon; Propogation Chord)
5. brodiaea – インフェルノ (Inferno)
6. E’m~grief~ – 独白の空 (Dokuhaku no Sora; Monologue of the Sky)
7. SIVA – Brave
8. Dali – Thursday
9. Arc – 惜別 (Sekibetsu; Parting Regrets)
10. ClearVeil – 灰色ノ一片 (Haiiro no Ippen; A Slice of Grey)
11. ネガ (Nega) – Another eyes of reminiscence

Just as a reminder, the bonus track by G.O.L has been cancelled.

Source: UCP OHP (Each band’s page has been updated with the news)

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Departure

larme-dange-down-one

Larme d’ange has announced that their guitarist 柊木-Hiiragi- has decided to leave the band due to personal reasons.

Source: OHP

Posted on January 31, 2009 in New release

lulu-releases

Hello everyone, hows it been? Remember when the always awesome Adrienne posted about the upcoming LuLu release here? Well, our reader Adam sent in more information on that release…thank you!

「死期彩色」 (Shikisaishiki; Time of Death Colouration)

01. 生と死 (Sei to Shi; Life and Death)
02. 残酷な処理 (Zankoku na Shori; Cruel Conduct)
03. 目眩 (Memai; Vertigo)
04. 現実不感症 (Genjitsu Fukanshou; Frigid Reality)
05. スタッドコール (Stud Call)
06. 死期 (Shiki; Time of Death)

Posted on January 31, 2009 in Cool

aya-on-youtube

「あゃ」 (Aya) has uploaded two videos on YouTube for their fan’s enjoyment!

One was uploaded a couple weeks ago, and features their ‘rebirth’ with five members, and information on their upcoming single.

The second is footage of the rehearsal before a live, as well as video from a photoshoot.

Source: OHP

Posted on January 30, 2009 in New release

angeliques-new-single

Angelique is releasing a new single called on February 8th!
The title is 「恋は胸きゅん」 (Koi wa Mune Kyun; Love is a powerful feeling that tightens the chest), and the price is set at 1000 yen.

Source: BMA, TowerRecords

Posted on January 30, 2009 in New release

sadies-%e3%80%8cmaster-of-romance%e3%80%8d

Also mentioned at the end of December, was news on Sadie’s first full album 「MASTER OF ROMANCE」 which goes on sale February 25th.

The band has updated their OHP with the tracklist for both types!
The first press edition also includes a bonus track (name not published) and a live clip DVD with two songs.

The tracklist for the 11 track album is as follows.
1. imaginary creature
2. Ice Romancer
3. 心眼 (Shingan; The Mind’s Eye)
4. VIRTUAL FAKEMAN
5. Scarlet
6. アゲハの亡骸 (Ageha no Nakigara; The Corpse of the Swallowtail Butterfly)
7. Crimson Tear
8. 陽炎 (Kagerou; Heat Haze)
9. Parasite scene
10. Grieving the dead soul
11. Swallow Rain

Source: OHP, LJ Comm

Posted on January 30, 2009 in New release

merrys-album-news

Back at the end of December, we posted about how Merry would be releasing a new album on February 25th! Well the title is 「アンダーワールド」 (Under-world) and it not only is it available for preordering on CDJapan, but the details are all out!

It’s coming out in two types. The first press edition which comes with a DVD that contains the PV for 「Welcome to the under-world」 and bonus footage, as well as a “under-world” official book (64 pages) and special packaging.

The regular press is 2940 yen and comes with the 13 track CD only.

Tracklist
1. GI・GO
2. Friction ××××
3. under-world
4. 赤い靴 (Akai Kutsu; The Red Shoes)
5. 月食 (Gesshoku; Lunar Eclipse)
6. 演説~シュールレアリズム~ (Enzetsu~Surrealism~; Speech~Surrealism~)
7. [human farm]
8. ピラニア (Piranha)
9. 片道切符 (Katamichikippu; One-way Ticket)
10. カナリア (Canary)
11. 閉ざされた楽園(Album mix) (Tozasareta Rakuen; Closed Paradise)
12. 激声 (Gekishou; Enthusiastic Voice)
13. 冬のカスタネット(Album mix) (Fuyu no Castanets; Winter’s Castanets)

The band will also be the cover artist for Zy.[zi:] No.45 which will go on sale March 1st for 1470 yen. Other artists include Antic Cafe, the GazettE, Nightmare, D’espairsRay, Vidoll and MUCC.

Source: CDJapan, OHP

Posted on January 30, 2009 in New release

keis-solo-album

As you may know already, 圭(kei) will be releasing yet another release on March 4th, 2009 entitled “silk tree.”. This will be his first album release! It will be available in three different types:

The first is a special limited edition package which will come with 2 CDs and a DVD which will cost 8400 yen.  It will also come with a ‘gorgeous’ booklet and according to CDJapan, a special application card which is only valid in Japan.

The second is the normal first press which comes with a CD and DVD and will cost 3675 yen. And the third, a normal edition that will come with just a 13 track CD and will cost 3150 yen.

Source: Jishubanclub, OHP, CDJapan

Posted on January 30, 2009 in Cool, Event, Lives, News, Revival

sisters-sponsored-events

The young band that we introduced back in November will be organizing it’s first sponsored events called 「双月は暗闇に踊る」 (Soutsuki wa Kurayami ni Odoru – The two months are dancing in the darkness). They will be having 2 events, one in February, and one in March. Here are some details :

February 18th – Shinjuku RUIDO K4 : 「聞こえる狂鳴、冷めた赤」 (Kikoeru Kyoumei, Sameta Aka) :
Sister / M(GUEST) / Dark Schneider / Desert Empress /ノイエジール (could be Neue Ziel !!) / 久人(ex.VelBet)セッション (Hisato session) / Marie

March 5th – Takadanobaba AREA : 「聞こえぬ共鳴、覚めた夢」 (Kikoene Kyoumei, Sameta Yume) :
Sister / brodiaea(GUEST) /exist†trace / Dark Schneider / D-ZEL / D’LORE / ミサルカ (Misaruka) / ReivieЯ

Those who are lucky enough to be there will get a special privilege for both these events !

Source : OHP

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  • narumi: so so so so so so so AWESOME >w.<
  • Milou: oh my god. I LOVE IT ♥ * . *
  • TsUneko: Love it!!
  • Shiro: :c I agree with Jinx they’re not as dark as they were before, kinda miss it. But oh...
  • keri: HOLY SH*T!! I never knew a band with my name could actually be good, much less awesome!...
  • keri: This is great! ^^ I want to go to the Chicago show. (Lol, I just found out that I live...
  • Natsumi-chan: OMG! O_O I totally freaked out when I saw the pics…but in a good way XD. They...
  • Sammo: Going to the NYC one =D
  • fs_chibi: love it^~^ it suits them too and they are sexy as ever!!!!!

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