• 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→

  • Cure on your iphone!

    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 March 11, 2010 in Cool, Costumes, Event, New release, News

first-sponsored-event-and-first-single-for-kanon

Finally some real news coming from 華音 (Kanon) ! After 3 live-distributed CDs in 2009, they have finally announced that their first single will soon be coming out ! To promote this first single, the band will also sponsor its first event !

The event will be hold on May 12th at HOLIDAY Osaka along with other bands such as : Ridiot / LAGING / VANDECK /アリィ (Allie) / Shade_ / etc…

By the way, this first single will be called 「Answer」… and that’s about all we know so far. But of course, we’ll keep you updated !

Source : Kanon’s OHP

Posted on March 10, 2010 in Cool, Introduction, New band, Project

schwarzs-limited-project-the-distorted-my-stratic-faith

A few months after Schwarz has left ケミカルピクチャーズ (Chemical Pictures), it seems he’s already back on the scene with a brand new (but time-limited) project called the Distorted my stratic Faith. So far, the band is only made of two members : Schwarz and さくら (Sakura) who’s been in SKULL from 2003 to July 2008.

They have also announced a few events they’ll be taking part in, but no release seems to be planned so far (if they ever release anything).

This looks really nice to me, and the members are also really cool, but I wonder, with just a guitarist and a bassist, who’s singing ? Or is it just instrumental ? I know they already have at least 6 songs but I wonder how it sounds… What do you think ?

Sources : vkdb, Schwarz’s blog, Sakura’s blog

Posted on March 9, 2010 in Blog, Cool, New release

vistlips-new-single

vistlip will be releasing a new single on May 12th called 「STRAWBERRY BUTTERFLY」!

The single is coming out in two versions; a ‘vister’ version and a ‘lipper’ version.

The ‘vister’ type comes with both a CD and DVD, and costs 1890 yen. The DVD will contain the PV for the lead song, 「STRAWBERRY BUTTERFLY」.

The ‘lipper’ type is 1260 yen, and comes with a bonus track.

CD Tracklist
1. STRAWBERRY BUTTERFLY
2. Night Parade
3. NEXT [lipper type only]

Each first press version of the releases will come with one randomly selected card that contains an illustrated picture, done by a ’sea painter’ of one of the members.

CDJapan has both versions available for pre-ordering on their OHP!
「STRAWBERRY BUTTERFLY」 – vister Version (First Press)
「STRAWBERRY BUTTERFLY」 – lipper Version (Regular Press)

On their OHP, the band also has a little blog parts application that fans can put on their blogs to show their support!

Check out the band’s OHP for the codes to put them on your own blog or website!

Source: OHP, CDJapan

Posted on March 3, 2010 in Cool, New release

news-from-blade

We’ve been waiting for quite a long time but we finally have news from BLADE, good news ! The last time we posted an article about them was in July, more than half a year ago, back when they were resuming their activities after an activity pause.

BLADE has recently announced through their OHP that they would release 3 consecutive singles ! Some details are still missing as of now but here’s what we can already tell you :
- The first single will be called “DESTINY” and will go on sale on May 8th for their live at HOLIDAY Shinjuku.
- The two next ones will be released in June and July but they still have to decide on which day…
- All three singles will cost 500 yen (so, presumably for just one song) and all 500 copies and will be sold during their lives only.

Sounds like CDs that will be found on auctions or at least that will be hard to get, but it’s still great news !

Source : OHP

Posted on March 2, 2010 in Cool

kayas-sister-on-twitter

Kaya just tweeted that his sister can now be followed on twitter! Add Nomico over here. For those who don’t know – Nomico sings on anime OST and has even performed live shows.

Source: Kaya’s Twitter

Posted on February 26, 2010 in Cool, New release, Revival

variable-messiahs-best-of-collection-and-one-day-revival

Thanks to Richard for sending this in!

This is certainly something interesting. A best album and one-day-only comeback concert celebrating 10 years since the formation of Variable Messiah, the former band of Goshi and Hiroshi of SUICIDE ALI, Hiroki of Oto-oni), Taichi (ex. project EDEN), and Aki (ex. 73shiki, now in ROLL DAYS), have been confirmed. The album will include remastered versions of songs selected by the members.

The album will be entitled 「BEST COLLECTION 2000~2004」 and go on sale on the 12th of May for 3150 yen. However, it will be limited to 500 copies only, so do not hesitate and buy it!

01. スズメバチ (Suzumebachi)
02. Mechanical stran’ger
03. 人を殺した夢をみた (Hito wo Koroshita Yume wo Mita)
04. Z
05. Plunge on planet
06. THE THIRD CELL
07. 影、、彩りて (Kage Irodorite)
08. 探せない心 (Sagasenai Kokoro)
09. ベラル (Belar)
10. 転生の果てで (Tensei no Hate de)
11. 狂った時計 (Kurutta Tokei)
12. ライリ・レイリ・ララ (Rairi, reiri, rara)
13. 「Savage?」
14. Door
15. レイノルの神 (Reinoru no Kami)
16. 音も色もない白い部屋 (Oto mo iro mo nai Shiroi Heya)
17. DeadLINE
18. SON OF A BITCH
19. 劣悪遺伝子 (Retsuaku Idenshi)
20. 喰らう獅子 (Kurau Shishi)

Furthermore, the band will have a one-day revival on the 16th of May at Nanba Rockets! More details about it to follow.

Finally, there is this small promotion video about the news on YouTube:

Source: Darkest Labyrinth, Suicide Ali Staff Blog

Posted on February 16, 2010 in Cool, Costumes, Goods

aicle-opens-fanclubnew-look-and-goods

We already told you guys about Aicle’s new release over here. The band has continued on with the neon look and updated with new imagery. The band also has new goods for sale including photosets of their previous look, tshirt, cap and a new tote bag. There is also a new fanclub hosted on yahoo! Members can receive unique photos, video and chances for meet and greets. Not sure if its offered to international fans as of yet.

Source: OHP

Posted on February 16, 2010 in Cool, Costumes, Event, New release, News

news-from-kelli

What a surprise !!! Back in September, I told you that kelli would go on an activity pause to work on their first mini-album ! 4 months after their latest live, we finally have something new to say about them, and it’s a really good surprise !

We know have more details about the mini-album we were waiting for. Entitled 「All Dirty,」 it will be available on March 16th ! We don’t have any other details as of yet but we’ll keep you updated… but what’s the surprise then ? Well the mini-album will be available for free download on their website ! Isn’t that awesome ?

kelli will also come back on stage on March 23rd at Shinjuku RUIDO K4 for an event along with : Serendipity / lam. (formerly know as Like absolute myself) / Amaranth / ウツセミ (Utsusemi) / 『the WoRLD』

Also, what do you think about their new look ? If I didn’t know it was kelli from their OHP, I probably wouldn’t have recognized them !

Source : OHP

Posted on February 10, 2010 in Cool

gackt-as-a-voice-actor

It seems that Gackt is really busy lately! He will be taking part as a voice actor in new Luc Besson’s movie entitled “Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard”. He also took part in the previous part of the movie and he will be taking over the role of as the arch enemy of the main character this time as well.

Here is a part of the news from MUSIC JAPAN+, which gives more detail about the fact:

“I really want to come up to the feelings of the director. So please expect something unlike GACKT, as you know him through music. I think it is interesting that I am taking a different approach on the impressions of my normal voice. Please look forward to it!” GACKT said with vivid enthusiasm.

The director commented on the continuous work with GACKT as a voice actor in the movie “Maltazard is an evil emperor, but this time, there is more of a tame approach to his character. I think it is a good way to also show a new side to GACKT. And the female fans will certainly have to watch it!”

If you are curious what the movie is about, please check out the trailer!

Source: MUSIC JAPAN+

Posted on February 5, 2010 in Cool

matenrou-operas-yo-and-dueljewels-collaboration

Now, this is cool! Matenrou Opera’s Yo and DuelJewel’s Shun, Natsuki and Yuya have decided to team up with MOKICHI to design some interesting accessories.

The important thing is that it’s limited sale, it has begun on the 4th of February at 12:00 and will last until the 8th, 12:00.

There are few types of accessories you can buy. First of them are cute bear charms, each costing 2100 yen. These red heart and bear charms are signed by the respective member. They’re a limited time offer for Valentine’s day, and can be attached to a cell phone or bag. Even though Yo has a ‘cool’ image, this time around he chose a pop-style yellow bear. The chic brown bear fits Shun’s image perfectly. The cute, pink bear matches Yuya’s character, which everyone loves. For Natsuki, the white bear and pearl chain are suitable for his image. (The bears mentioned in the order they appear below)

Next type of accessories are scrunchies! Each costs 2280 yen. Shun’s scrunchie (first left) is a limited item which was made for his birthday. It has a ‘gorgeous’ white flower, Shun’s pick, as well as his birthstone, amethyst. It was made from Shun’s heart, to all of the fans who support him. There are two colours; silver and gold which refers to the plating around the amethyst. Next two are designed by Yo, who has created a scrunchie that features a cute charm and chain. The scrunchie has a prominent purple flower which suits Yo’s image. There are two types, one with a star charm and another with a cross charm. Both types of charms contain Yo’s signature.

The last accessory is a necklace signature model by Yo, and this time it’s a piece that gives off a ‘cool’ impression. It’s a mirror charm, which has Yo’s signature. The simple design makes it also suitable for men. It costs 2100 yen.

Source: Mokichi, Yo’s blog

Posted on February 5, 2010 in Cool, New release

i-love-hide-usb-release

This is definitely an interesting way to release something!

CDJapan has announced that they will be selling an “I love hide” complete audio collection on… a USB stick!

As written on CDJapan:

Complete album release from hide in USB memory stick! This USB stick contains his all studio and live audio recordings; single 13 titles, album 3 titles, live album 2 titles, plus rare song “Junk Story” for 120 tracks total. Also contains digital booklet featuring lyrics and jacket art works.

* An estimate is provided for the shipping charge for this edition. It is subject to change, and might be adjusted when an accurate information on the dimensions and weight becomes available

The cost is 18000 yen, or roughly $200 USD and it will be released on April 28th.

To pre-order yours, head on over to CDJapan!

Source: CDJapan

Personally, I think this is a really neat way to release music, and I wonder if it’ll become more and more popular with artists in the future. What do you think?

Posted on February 5, 2010 in Cool, Tour, iTunes

versailles-new-tour-dates-and-official-iphone-application

First of all, do you remember when we mentioned new Versailles 2010 tour? No tour dates outside Japan were available then. Now, Versailles have announced the first part of their world tour – South America concerts!

June 4th @ Sao Paulo, Brazil
June 6th @ Santiago, Chile
June 9th @ Buenos Aires, Argentina
June 11th @ Lima, Peru
June 13th @ Mexico City, Mexico

What is more, the band will announce Europe tour dates (June~July) soon. We will keep you updated.

There is another cool piece of news connected to Versailles though. The band has announced today on their Twitter, the release of the official Versailles iPhone application! It costs 480 yen and is basically an amazing application for Versailles fans. It has few cool options, like making a photo collage (Versailles outfits + your face for example). There is also a gallery with official Versailles pictures! You can also connect with the official Twitter via this app but also with Twitters of all the band’s fans. Doesn’t it sound awesome? Here are few screencaps of how the application looks like:


Source: OHP, Official Twitter

Posted on February 5, 2010 in Cool

fatimas-countdown

Now for something completely different. It seems that Fatima has a countdown on their OHP! There are only 9 days until revealing whatever it might be. Do you have any ideas what they might reveal?

Source: OHP, vkdb

Posted on February 4, 2010 in Cool

last-member-of-zuck-revealed

Now we have the full band images. The last member of ZUCK has revealed himself as Hayato. You can stalk his blog over here.
What do you think of the group now that you know all the members?

Source: HP

Posted on February 4, 2010 in Cool, Event

ledas-appearance-at-a-guitar-and-band-contest

On February 28th at MI Japan Sapporokou S-100 Hall in Sapporo, there will be a guitar solo and band contest!

Making an appearance at the contest is none other than DELUHI’s guitarist, Leda.
At the event there will also be a Leda corner, mini-seminar, demonstration and Q&A.

The event costs 1000 yen to attend, and they are also taking applications for those who want to participate in the contest. The winner will receive a “wonderful prize”. For those performing, the rules are that you must perform one original song.

If you’d like to go, you can sign up over at YOUNG GUITAR & MI JAPAN SAPPORO.

I think it’s awesome when musicians take the time out to talk to and help other budding artists, and I’d definitely be interested in seeing the acts that showed up for the contest! Hopefully everyone attending will have a great time.

So here’s the question, if you got the chance, would you go to participate in the band contest, guitar solo contest or just go to watch?

Source: OHP

Posted on January 26, 2010 in Cool, Event

phantasmagoria-and-cure-team-up

Cure and Phantasmagoria are teaming up for a cool event over twitter on February 1st.

Cure presents a twitter special event which takes place on Cure Mag official twitter (Cure_office)
One of the most influential bands, Phantasmagoria limited reunion.
Live Streaming of Cure Magazine cover photo shoot of Phantasmagoria.

Feb.1 is Phantasmagoria day on Cure twitter!
Phantasmagoria members will be on Cure Mag Official twitter (Cure_office) and ready to send tweets to you!

Cure Official Twitter connects to Cure Mag official facebook, so you can enjoy photos and movies of Phantasmagoria on your facebook!

* Find Cure Mag Official twitter searching “Cure_office” and follow us
* To watch live streaming, you need to apply for the event thru twitter
* The special event starts at 9pm JPT.#CureVKei

If you have twitter, I suggest you to go and add them!

Source: Cure Facebook

Posted on January 26, 2010 in Cool

tsukasa-revealed

Tsukasa, the guitarist for ZUCK has now been revealed!

You can also visit his blog located over here. What do you think? Only four more days until the next member is revealed!

Source: HP

Posted on January 21, 2010 in Cool

kanon-helps-out-with-game

Kanon of Antic Cafe is producing a fun little game which is available for cell phone users. The game is called 『Pinky☆Distortion』and tells of a story of a young girl (you play as this character) who likes and works in the visual kei scene as a worker in a Harajuku studio. She stumbles on a new band called Dis;code and notices they do not have a singer!! So what does she do? She becomes their manager and tries to hire a vocalist. Thats the summary of the story line. What do you think…something that you would play?


On February 20th, KERA will be sponsoring an event with Kanon Wakeshima. Antic Cafe’s Kanon will also be there to talk about the game. You can go to the site for more game info.

Source: HP

Posted on January 18, 2010 in Cool, Fashion

quaff-official-band-of-onmyodo-shoes

Some more news for the unique band QUAFF! The band is now the official band for the hip shoes ONMYODO. The brand also has had booths at well known anime conventions like Anime USA. Its pretty cool the band is pairing up with a shoe design company.

Click on the pictures for more detailed/bigger view. Which pair of shoes are your favorites?

Source: QUAFF Myspace, ONMYODO

Posted on January 16, 2010 in Cool

quaff-guys-added-to-prs-website

This is really cool news. Makito and Takuma have both been added to the Paul Reed Smith guitar site! Their artist profiles were just added this week on the main site! You can see a couple of pictures of both of them with their guitars. They also updated their myspace with this nice message.

GOOD NEWS!!!

QUAFF Guitarists MAKITO & TAKUMA have officially been added to the Artist Registry on the PAUL REED SMITH GUITARS (PRS) website! It is a great honor!!

CONGRATULATIONS to MAKITO & TAKUMA!!!

You can check out their profiles here and here or go to the main site to see the entire list.

OH and just in case you’re wondering. Makito uses PRS Custom 24 and Takuma uses PRS Custom 22.

Source: QUAFF Myspace

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