Figallo losing one member
31
Jan, 2011
Just a few weeks ago, we introduced ‘Figallo’ to you, a new band from Osaka with ex members from DISQLOC, VELGREED, RivaSquall and DI3SIRAE and today the band updated their homepage with an announcement that 明華 (Asuka) will leave the band due personal reasons.
Special thanks to Toki for translating the comments for us!
Kai, Sou, Kaya & Shiki’s comment
To everyone
We are really sorry for this sudden announcement.
We caused troubles for many people and it is like we are betraying everyone.
It is inexcusable and no matter how many times we apologize it’s not enough.
At present, we four have honestly still not really gulped down this quite sudden development.
The only thing we can really say at this stage is that the four of us, Kai, Sou, Shiki & Kaya will certainly return.
This is all we can promise right now.
As we will return as soon as possible, please give us only some more time.
figallo
Kai, Sou, Shiki & Kaya
Asuka’s comment
To all the fans who are supporting figallo,
thank you so much for always supporting us.Concerning the issue of my retirement,
due to personal circumstances
I ended up being in a seriously difficult situation
and I decided to retire over continuing the band.My very selfish decision is totally inexcusable.
I ended up not being able to create figallo together but
if you could please warmly support figallo’s activities from now on, I’d be very happy
Asuka
Source: OHP
New band – Unite
31
Jan, 2011
ユナイト (Unite) is a new band which has formed recently and will have its first live on March 29th. The line-up is as follows:
Vocal: 結 (Yui) [Twitter]
Guitar: 椎名未緒 (Shiina Mio) [Twitter] || ex. デルフィニウム (Delphinium) → キャンゼル (Canzel)
Guitar: LiN [Twitter]
Bass: ハク (Haku) [Twitter] || ex. ハルシオン[ (Halsion) as ともやす (Tomoyasu) → バッハ (Bach) → キャンゼル (Canzel)
Drums: ゆきみ (Yukimi) [Twitter] || ex. digitalic aAm → キャンゼル (Canzel)
The first live will take part on March 29th at Shibuya duo MUSIC EXCHANGE and will be entitled 「Beautiful:madnesS vol.6」. Other participating bands will be DuelJewel, Administrator, レミング, ZUCK and DIAURA. Tickets are 3300 yen in advance and 3800 yen at the door.
They will be silling a “Greeting CD” entitled 「UNiTE.」. It will cost 1300 yen and include 2 songs + SE:
01. melt into UNiTE.
02. Eniver
03. world wide wish
Are you excited?
Source: OHP, Visunavi, vkdb
AYABIE casted in Enishi
31
Jan, 2011
AYABIE are certainly busy these days. Now it seems the 4 guys are going to be a featured in the film ENISHI.
The 4-member band AYABIE revealed several projects on Saturday, including an announcement that they are serving as the music directors of a movie being released during Golden Week of this year. Directed by Kiyohide Matsumura, the film is titled “Enishi” and includes all four members of AYABIE in its cast.
“Enishi” stars voice actors Kisho Taniyama and Daisuke Namikawa, actress Mao Miyaji, and AYABIE members Yumehito and KENZO. The other two members of AYABIE, Takehito and Intetsu, have guest roles.
The story revolves around various people known as “shibito,” a term referring to those who have been legally declared dead after being missing for seven years. These “shibito” continue their lives in the shadows of society, each with different purposes that lead them into conflict.
AYABIE is providing the movie’s theme song “Melody,” which will be released on February 23 as their first single since forming as a new band. In late April, they also plan to release a soundtrack for “Enishi.”
To celebrate their single, they are holding several events in record stores between February 22 and March 20. They have also scheduled several concerts in those two months.
In addition, AYABIE will release a live DVD on March 23 that contains their concert on January 6 at Akasaka BLITZ, which was the final show of their “Virgin Snow Color 2nd season” tour.
Would you watch this movie?
Source: TokyoGraph
Dada answering your questions
31
Jan, 2011
Dada seems to have enough with false information forming around Velvet Eden, over the weekend he expressed his dislike for the article on Wikipedia describing Velvet Eden. He is giving fans a chance to ask him any questions and he will reply!
I saw Velvet eden Wikipedia.
Very shocked.There is a description of the bullshit.
Different from the truth.
All servile imagination.
I do not work like that!Mixed reality and delusion.
Dating mistake.
Errors in the lyrics.
Wrong description of the members.But I will leave it.
No interest from
I’m here now.
Please ask questions about Velvet eden.
I will answer honestly.
Wow, not many musicians are open as Dada, really unique! If you want to ask Dada a question just friend him on facebook!
Source: facebook
Posted in CoolTags: Velvet Eden
Awoi – new mini album
31
Jan, 2011
Great news for Awoi fans!
According to their mail magazine, Otogi has announced on their tourfinal 「the ending of abelcain」which was held on January 29th that the band will release a brand new mini-album on May 25th.
So far there aren’t any other details but the release date but we will keep you informed for sure!
Posted in New releaseTags: Awoi
LOST ASH’s Daiki in a TV Series
31
Jan, 2011
Take a look at this interesting news!!
Based on Murakami Motoka’s “JIN”, the TV series of the same title will be airing again!
In the story of “JIN” brain surgeon Minakata Jin, who has gotten into a time slip back to the end of the Edo-era – an environment without satisfactory medical equipment and medicine to save people’s lives – he exchanges his routs with the heroes of that time, while being caught in the vortex of history.
From October 2009, the TV series had been started and the series has also been awarded various prizes ever since.This popular program will be starting with its second season from April 2011 and within this season Visual-kei band vocalist Daiki from “LOST ASH” will be taking over a role as well.
It has not yet been announced as to what kind of character he will be playing, however, Daiki commented on it: “Music is music and acting is acting. Whichever it is, I think I would like to challenge my possibilities in either of the fields.”
Will Daiki be able to pull off this role? I hope so!
What do you guys say?
Source: Music Japan Plus
Updates on the LEM
30
Jan, 2011
Thanks to Sonii for sending this one in!
It’s been a while since we’ve reported on the LEM. If you recall, they started out as a three member band, then lost their vocalist, later gained a drummer, and have since gained a bassist. After almost a year-long rocky period, it seems that they’ve found a new vocalist and will finally become a five piece band!
So, as of January 29th, the LEM’s new vocalist is Rikuto (ex-neon/Ansem Elliott.)! Now that the band has a five person lineup again, they’ll be officially starting full activities on April 3rd. Additional details of their full activity start haven’t been announced yet, but here’s the first official photo, along with their new lineup:
left → right
G. 一貴 (Kazutaka) || B. 蘭 (Ran) || V. Rikuto || G. 潤 (Jun) || D. 真 (Makoto)
Quite a long time for a band to be without an official lineup, isn’t it? Hopefully they achieve success from here on.
Source: the LEM staff blog
Posted in New memberTags: the LEM
NEXX down one
29
Jan, 2011
It seems that 将 (Shou), the guitarist of NEXX, will leave the band after their first oneman, which will take place on February 12th at Ikebukuro CYBER.
According to his blog, his decision was made after numerous discussions with other members in he and the other members could not find an agreement about the band’s future. He apologizes the fans for that sudden decision and asks for supporting the band until his last live.
Source: Shou’s blog
First Tokyo oneman for Jin-Machine
29
Jan, 2011
Exciting news for all fans of Jin-Machine! The band has announced that they’ll be holding their first oneman in Tokyo in June!
The live will take place on June 25th at Ikebukuro CHOP. Tickets will be 1500 yen in advance and 2000 yen at the door.
Source: OHP
Posted in OnemanTags: Jin-Machine
kathakali disbanding
29
Jan, 2011
According to the vocalist Berry’s blog, kathakali has announced on their live on January 13th that they’ll be disbanding after their live on March 20th at Nishikujou BRAND NEW.
There is no official announcement about that fact, just Berry mentiones that he is sorry but asks for the understanding and support.
It’s sad, I really liked that band, they were very unique.
Source: Berry’s blog, Vsoku
Posted in DisbandingTags: kathakali
the fool holding short Russian tour
29
Jan, 2011
According to Music Japan Plus, the fool will be touring Europe, Mexico and Russia this year.
[the fool Russian tour 2011 ~Crazy frogs hunting the world Extra stage in Russia~] will take place at the following dates and venues:
Feb 18th – Moscow, XO Club
Feb 19th – Ryazan, HOLLYWOOD Club
Feb 20th – St. Petersburg, ArcticA Club
Official artist goods will be available at the merchandise stands on the day of the concert.
Autograph sessions will be held after the shows in all cities of the tour.
Source: OHP & Music Japan Plus
VizeL – new single
28
Jan, 2011
VizeL will finally release a maxi-single! It will be released on April 27th and its title is [Virgin], will cost 1890 Yen and contains two songs and comes with a DVD including a PV.
As soon as we have more information for you, we will let you know!
Source: member blog
Posted in New releaseTags: VizeL
DuelJewel – new single
28
Jan, 2011
It’s been a while since their last single release but according to brand-x, Duel Jewel will release a new maxi-single which is called [Vamp Ash] and will be released on March 16th in two different types. TYPE A comes with [Vamp Ash] PV and it costs 1575 Yen, TYPE B comes with DVD including footage from their live on October 2nd at Shibuya O-WEST.
[Tracklist]
01. Vamp Ash
02. The Greed
Source: brand-x
Posted in New releaseTags: DuelJewel
Sadie updates – 2nd album details and live house tour
28
Jan, 2011
Some time ago we told you about Sadie’s plan to release their 2nd full album. It will come out March 30th in two types and is entitled as 「Cold Blood」. Regular edition will include 12 tracks + 1 unplugged track and costs 3,360 yen, when limited edition will include 12 tracks and bonus live DVD with 2 tracks and costs 3,990 yen.
After their birthday concert at Osaka Nanba Hatch the band is gonna start their live house tour 2011, which is entitled as 「COLD BLOOD」 like the new album.
04/01 @ Shin-Yokohama Sunphonix Hall
04/03 @ Hamamatsu Madowaku
04/08 @ Kobe Taiyou to Tora
04/10 @ Fukuoka DRUM Be-1
04/15 @ Niigata RIVERST
04/17 @ Saitama Shintoshin VJ-3
04/22 @ Matsuyama SALONKITTY
04/24 @ Hiroshima Namiki Junction
04/29 @ Sapporo KRAPS HALL
05/01 @ Sendai Darwin
05/05 @ Nagoya E.L.L
05/07 @ OSAKA MUSE
TOUR FINAL
05/14 @ Akasaka BLITZ
Tickets to each show will cost 4,000 yen, expect tour final tickets which will be 4,300 yen.
Source: OHP
The GazettE’s new tour and DVD
28
Jan, 2011
Great news for all The GazettE’s fans! Not only will they release a live DVD with footage from their live at Tokyo Dome, which took place on December 26th, but also will go on a special fanclub-only tour with a very interesting concept!
The DVD will be entitled 「THE NAMELESS LIBERTY AT 10.12.26 TOKYO DOME」and will go on sale on March 23rd in two types. The regular type will include 2 DVD discs with live footage and cost 6090 yen, whilst the limited one will also include a bonus making-of disc and its price will be 9765 yen.
What’s more, they’ll hold a special “two concept” fanclub-only live tour, which will take place in March. Here is the info, which has recently appeared on their MySpace:
the GazettE LIVE TOUR 11 TWO CONCEPT EIGHT NIGHTS ABYSS / LUCY
Tickets are arailable for the fan club only tour starting from March 7th. Tickets for these exclusive show is available for members of the GLOBAL PS COMPANY FAN CLUB and are going on sale immediately until January 24.
Purchase ticket from the button in the GLOBAL PS COMPANY FAN CLUB and you can receive tickets at the box office in the venue.March 07 (Mon) Shinkiba STUDIO COAST -ABYSS-
March 08 (Tue) Shinkiba STUDIO COAST -LUCY-
March 15 (Tue) Yokohama BLITZ -ABYSS-
March 16 (Wed) Yokohama BLITZ -LUCY-
March 22 (Tue) Zepp Osaka -ABYSS -
March 23 (Thu) Zepp Osaka -LUCY-
March 28 (Mon) Zepp Nagoya -ABYSS-
March 29 (Tue) Zepp Nagoya -LUCY-OPEN17:30/START18:30
Furthermore, on March 10th at ZEPP TOKYO they will hold their 9th anniversary special live. More details to follow.
Anyway, do not forget about the fact, that they are going to release 「TRACES BEST OF 2005-2009」 on the same day as the DVD!
And make sure to pre-order the copies of all these releases, while they are still available!
⇒ THE NAMELESS LIBERTY AT 10.12.26 TOKYO DOME [Limited Edition] ; 9765 yen
⇒ THE NAMELESS LIBERTY AT 10.12.26 TOKYO DOME [2DVD Regular Edition] ; 6090 yen
⇒ BEST ALBUM「TRACES BEST OF 2005-2009」; 3150 yen
Source: natalie.mu, official MySpace
Posted in New release, TourTags: the GazettE
New single for ZUCK
28
Jan, 2011
ZUCK have announced that they will be releasing a new single on April 6th!
It will be entitled 「WO:LF 」and will come in two types – a limited one with DVD for 1575 yen and a regular one (CD only) for 1000 yen. More details, such as tracklist, to follow.
On March 5th they will hold their 1st anniversary oneman at Ikebukuro BlackHole. It is going to be entitled 『はじめての場所』(Hajimete no Basho). However, it is already sold out, which is a positive thing for a band!
Source: Vsoku, OHP
Posted in New release, OnemanTags: ZUCK
New member for RailTracer
28
Jan, 2011
レールトレィサー (RailTracer) have recently gained a new member – a drummer called BANZON (ex. Faralis).
Here is the band’s new look and BANZON is the one on the far right:
It seems that they will sponsor a 3man soon, which will take place on March 11th at RED-Zone. Other details to follow.
Besides that they will have a oneman live on June 18th at Meguro Rock Maykan. It will be hold under the title 「First Finale～Road of the Dream～」 and the tickets are 3000 yen in advance / 3300 yen at the door.
Source: Vsoku, OHP
Posted in New member, OnemanTags: Rail Tracer
Amber Bullet’s bassist taking a break
28
Jan, 2011
It seems that Amber Bullet’s bassists, hideto will take a break from live activities in February, due to his poor physical condition.
As soon as his return is announced, the band will update their OHP and we will let you know as soon as that happens! Until then, the band is planning to get a support member and hopes that even though hideto will be absent, that everyone will be able to enjoy the world of Amber Bullet.
Source: hideto’s blog
Posted in NewsTags: Amber Bullet
X Japan signs a contract with EMI Music North America
27
Jan, 2011
Good news for X Japan fans living in North America!!
Take a look at this news from Tokyograph.
Rock band X Japan has signed a 3-year exclusive agreement with EMI Music for production and distribution of their music in North America. Their first release through EMI is the single “Jade,” scheduled for March 15. This will be the band’s first single in North America, and their first CD single anywhere since “THE LAST SONG” in 1998.
X Japan successfully completed their first U.S. tour last summer, which included their debut U.S. performance at the rock festival Lollapalooza.
Leader Yoshiki said that they have plans for an album this summer, with about half of it being new songs. Naturally, they are also aiming to do a tour for the album before the end of the year.
Yoshiki also stated that the band is currently negotiating for releases in other countries, particularly Europe and other parts of Asia.
In addition, Yoshiki announced that he is getting his own regular radio show, called “YOSHIKI RADIO,” on the U.S.-based satellite radio service Sirius XM. The show is currently planned as a one-hour broadcast once a month, starting in February.
Source: Tokyograph
New band from Shimizuya Records
27
Jan, 2011
Nagoya-based label Shimizuya Records has given their OHP a refresh and revealed a new band in the process.
瞬獄殺 (Shungokusatsu) was formed by bassist Tony november16, and their concept is “instantaneous murder and descent to hell.” The lineup consists of vocalist Dragon, guitarist Richard (aka Lycaon’s Rito), guitarist Signature, bassist Tony november16 (formerly Lycaon’s Mio), and drummer BOSS (Izumi, ex-Juliette&the Pumpkin Head).
For their first live, they’ll hold a 50-person limited sponsored event called 初陣-絶対零度- (Uijin -Zettaireido-). The event will take place on February 10th at 新栄 (Shinsakae) DAYTRIVE. Furthermore, they’ll hold a 69-person limited oneman called 帝王切開 (Teiousekkai). The oneman (or “solo gig” as they call it) will take place on June 8th at 名古屋 (Nagoya) MUSIC FARM, and those who attend will receive a comment CD and will be allowed to take a picture with the band.
Shungokusatsu have already announced their first release: a demotape called 羅生門 (Rashoumon), to be released on March 30th for 666 yen. Unfortunately, the demotape will only be sold at Like an Edison Nagoya and at the band’s lives.
Source: OHP
Posted in New band, New release, OnemanTags: Shungokusatsu
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