• Interview with L~Lotus~

    L~Lotus~ is a five-piece band comprising of three ex. as milk members – 蓮華 (Renka) on vocals, saki and Takayuki on guitars, masato on bass, and YUJI on drums. They officially began their activities on March 6th and have released three digital singles to date: 「worry」 on May 19th, 「snow」 on May 26th, and 「tree」 on June 2nd. The members of L~Lotus~ sat down with us to answer a couple of questions, so give it a read to get to know them better! We’d like to thank JapanFiles... Read→

  • Interview with -LEON-

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  • Interview with GLACIER

    GLACIER is a five-member group from Okinawa, comprising of Makoto on vocals, Nao on lead guitar, Koujirou on rhythm guitar, Aki on bass, and Yuuki on drums. The band formed in July 2007 and made their major debut a year later on July 23rd. They have released a full album and six singles to date with their seventh single, 「愛の降る街」 (Ai no Furu Machi) which is the third installment of a 7-month digital release project, coming out on June 30th through JapanFiles and on iTunes. The members... Read→

  • Interview with O-PARTS

    O-PARTS is a two-man unit that started in June of 2009, formed by vocalist sho-ka (ex. Vogus Image) and bassist Jun (GaGaaalinG, ex. WAIVE). On August 20th, they released their first maxi-single entitled 「向日葵」 (Himawari) which included four tracks, all of which made it into the top ten of the Oricon Indies ranking. On May 26th, their second maxi-single, 「煌[kou]」 was released and will be available through JapanFiles from June 6th. Both sho-ka and Jun took time out of their busy schedules... Read→

  • 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→

  • 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

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Posted on September 5, 2010 in Costumes, Lives, New release, Track Listing

update-on-merrys-single

Some time ago we’ve said that MERRY will be releasing a new single on October 6th. Well, finally there are more details available, such as tracklist and covers. Anyway, the new look, which promotes the release is:

As previously mentioned, the single is going to be titled 「クライシスモメント」(Crisis Moment) and will appear in stores on October 6th in two types:

Limited Type:

【CD】
1. クライシスモメント (Crisis Moment)
2. Fleeting Prayer

【DVD】
1. クライシスモメント PV (Crisis Moment)
2. The Cry Against… -bootlegged-
*at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO 2010.08.07
3. オリエンタルBLサーカス -bootlegged- (Oriental BL Circus)
*at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO 2010.08.07

Regular Type:

【CD】
1. クライシスモメント (Crisis Moment)
2. Fleeting Prayer
3. クライシスモメント -UNPLUGGED- (Crisis Moment)

Make sure to pre-order the singles, while they’re still available:

「クライシスモメント」(Crisis Moment) [w/ DVD, Limited Edition] (1890 yen)
「クライシスモメント」(Crisis Moment) [Regular Edition] (1260 yen)

Furthermore, they’ll have few interesting lives in the future.

The first one is going to be held on October 2nd at Shinagawa Stellarball, under the title 「~The opening of a Decadence~ disillusion from crisis」. Tickets for this concert cost 4500 yen.

Furthermore, they’ll have a special event called 「MERRY SONIC 10 WINTER~Special 2night~」. Basically, on December 29th at Shibuya AX there will be two concerts:

・ [白い羊] (Shiroi Hitsuji; White Sheep) at 15:30 
・ [黒い羊] (Kuroi Hitsuji; Black Sheep) at 19:00

Tickets for are 4500 a piece (separate for each gig).

Source: natalie.mu, OHP

Posted on September 4, 2010 in Costumes, New release

the-riotts-third-season

the Riotts. have updated their OHP today with few news. It seems they’re now starting their “third season” of activities and as for now they are only a trio:

As seen on the pic above, they’ve announced the release of their 2nd mini-album, which will go on sale on October 6th. They’ve described the release as their “last chapter”, we will see if that means anything. Anyway, more details to follow.

Source: Visunavi, OHP

Posted on September 4, 2010 in Blog, Costumes, New release, YouTube

more-details-on-blu-billion

Some time ago we’ve introduced a totally new band called Blu-BiLLion. They’ve had a countdown on their page and finally updated their OHP on September 1st. First of all, let me show you their look:

Secondly, the members have announced their ameblos:

Vocal: ミケ (Mike)
Guitar: 龍耶 (Tatsuya)
Guitar: mag
Bass: (Haku)
Keyboard: teru
Drums: Seika

Furthermore, there are finally more details about their release, which is going on sale on October 20th under the title 「Count Down」:


Limited Edition:
1890 yen

【CD】
・Count Down
・Love Addict

【DVD】
・Count Down PV

Regular Edition:
1260 yen

【CD】
・Count Down
・Love Addict
・Blue×Blue

If you’re curious about their sound, there is a short PV preview available:

Don’t forget to tell us what you think about the song!

Source: OHP, Brand-X

Posted on August 23, 2010 in Costumes, Event, New release

news-from-nil-delete-heads

Few days ago we have let you know about the fact that nil delete heads have a new bassist. Today the band has updated their OHP with several news. Let me start with their new look:

They have also announced that they’ll be releasing their 2nd mini-album! The title of it will be 「InvisiblΣ」and it will go on sale on October 20th for 2100 yen. The tracklist is as follows:

01. -dorothy-
02. S.I.G
03. Z
04. coupd’etat
05. “hello”
06. the Ultimate

To commemorate the release they’ll go on a short tour called 「目に見えるツアー」 (Me ni Mieru Tour):

November 6th @ Nagoya ell.SIZE
November 8th @ Osaka BRAND NEW
November 20th @ Ikebukuro BlackHole

Furthermore, the band will hold a sponsored event on November 31st at Ikebukuro BlackHole. It will be entitled CYCLONE HEAD vol:5 and the tickets for the event are 2800 yen if you but them in advance, whilst 3300 yen on the day of the concert.

All attendants will get a special present from nil delete heads – a DVD entitled 「池」(Ike).

And finally – they will sponsor a “one-coin” threeman live on December 20th! It will also take place at Ikebukuro BlackHole and the other two participating bands are 7Addict and Tu[ism]. Tickets are only 500 yen a piece, so it’s definitely worth attending the live, if you can. And what is more – if you do, you will get another bonus DVD called 「沼」(Nume), which is supposed to be some sort of ‘sequel’ to the first one.

Source: OHP

By the way, I found it interesting, because 池 means ‘pond’ and 沼 means ‘marsh’ and when placed together (池沼), they’re read as ‘Chishou‘ and it basically means ‘ponds and marshes’. I am wondering about the concept they have behind these DVDs now.

Posted on August 23, 2010 in Blog, Costumes, Lives

kids-looks-revealed

Few weeks ago I’ve introduced a band called キッド (Kid) to you. Back then a picture of the band wasn’t available, but it is now, so I thought I would share it with you guys:

Check out the OHP profile section as well to see better quality individual pictures!

By the way, they also have a band blog here, in case you’re interested!

And finally – if you want to see them live, you can do so on following dates:

September 10th @ HOLIDAY SHINJUKU
September 27th @ Shibuya O-Crest
October 1st @ HOLIDAY SHINJUKU

Source: OHP

Posted on August 23, 2010 in Costumes, New member

hiroki-officialy-joining-crazy%e2%98%85shampoo

Some time ago we’ve introduced to you a session band called Crazy★shampoo. It seems that ひろき (Hiroki) , who used to be a support member, has recently officialy joined the band. What’s more, the band has finally revealed their look:

And their upcoming live schedule looks as follows:

September 7th @ Ikebukuro CYBER
September 29th @ Ikebukuro RUIDO K3
October 7th @ Ikebukuro CYBER

Source: OHP

Posted on August 1, 2010 in Costumes, New release, News, Release

sid-news

SID just had their live at Saitama Super Arena and they had amazing news for the fans. They are gonna release a new single 「cosmetic」 on September 29th and perform at Tokyo Dome on December! OHP has been updated with new outfits too:

Their performance is going to take place on December 11th and will be titled as 「YEAR END CLIMAX 2010 ~全てのシドへ~」 (Subete no SID e). Tickets will cost 6,300 yen and go on general sale October 30th.

There aren’t any other details of the single yet, but we willkeep you informed!

Exciting, don’t you think?

Source: OHP

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Posted on August 1, 2010 in Costumes, Track Listing

details-on-lynch-s-last-indies-single

Do you remember when we wrote about lynch. going major? We mentioned that before they do that, they’ll release their last indies single. There weren’t any details back then, but now we can share with you some more information. But first of all let me show you the band’s new look:

The single will go on sale on September 22nd under the title JUDGEMENT. It will come in two types, a limited one containing 2 songs plus a DVD with two PVs, and a regular one with 2 songs only. The limited one will cost 2000 yen, whilst the regular one only 1000 (the jackets are also in that order):

Are you excited about the single?

Source: OHP

Posted on July 30, 2010 in Costumes, New member, News, Twitter, Url Change

sana-becomes-a-new-guitarist-of-k%ce%b1in

SANA has announced in his blog that he has joined Kαin! The band is restarting their activities too. Anyway, here is his new look:

He also has a Twitter account over here and a homepage.

Cool, don’t you think?

Source: night_slide @ LJ

Posted on July 29, 2010 in Cool, Costumes, Instore, Tour, Track Listing

news-from-dout

We have already talked about ダウト (D=OUT) joining Indie PSC and about the fact that they have planned to release a single and a DVD under new label. Finally there are more details about both of them! But first of all, let me show you the band’s new look:

The single will be entitled 「サイケデリコ∞サイケデリコ」(Psychedelico∞Psychedelico) and will go on sale on October 8th in three types, two limited ones for 1890 and a regular one, which will cost 1575 yen:

Limited Type A:
[PRE-ORDER]

【CD】
1.サイケデリコ∞サイケデリコ (Psychedelico∞Psychedelico)
2. DANCE NUMBER

【DVD】
『サイケデリコ∞サイケデリコ』(Psychedelico∞Psychedelico)
PV & Making-of

Limited Type B:
[PRE-ORDER]

1. サイケデリコ∞サイケデリコ (Psychedelico∞Psychedelico)
2. DANCE NUMBER
3. 天秤ラバーズ (Tenbin Lovers)

Regular Type:
[PRE-ORDER]

1. サイケデリコ∞サイケデリコ (Psychedelico∞Psychedelico)
2. 天秤ラバーズ (Tenbin Lovers)
3. 御礼参り (Oreimairi)

The DVD will be entitled 「御礼参り EXPO’10」(Oreimairi EXPO’10) and will be released on September 29th. Here is what CDJapan says about the DVD:

Disc 1 features footage from their concert performance at Shibuya O-EAST on June 26, 2010 and at BIG CAT on April 25, 2010. Disc 2 features behind-the-scene footage.

It will cost 6930 yen, however, it will be limited to 2000 copies only so hurry up and pre-order it, while it’s still available!

Anyway, to commemorate both releases, the band will hold several instore events:

Date: September 18th, 15:00 @ Shinjuku ZEAL LINK
Details: Talk & Signing

Date: September 18th, 18:00 @ Shinjuku ZEAL LINK
Details: Mini-Live, Talk & Handshake

Date: September 24th, 19:00 @ Jishubanclub
Details: “D=OUTalk~Anime Cosplay Meeting~” & Handshake

Date: October 2nd, 18:00 @ Sapporo GURUGURU
Details: Talk & Signing

Date: October 9th, 15:00 @ little HEARTS.
Details: Talk & Signing + Present raffle

Date: October 21st, 18:00 @ HMV Sakae
Details: Talk & Handshake

Date: October 30th, 17:00 @ Brand X
Details: Members’ personal property lottery + Handshake

Date: October 30th, 19:15 @ Brand X
Details: “Aye-aye” Game + Handshake

Date: November 4th, 17:00 @ Osaka ZEAL LINK
Details: Talk & Signing

Date: November 18th, 17:30 @ SKULL ROSE
Details: Talk & Handshake

Furthermore, they announced a new tour, which will kick off in September. It will be held under the name 「LIVE BAND TOUR’10」 and will consist of 47 (!) concerts. Details are as follows:

Date: September 4th @ Takadanobaba AREA
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT) [Oneman]

Date: September 5th @ Takadanobaba AREA
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT) [Oneman]

Date: September 11th @ Okinawa SALT&PEPPER
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT)

Date: September 17th @ HEAVEN’S ROCK Utsunomiya VJ-2
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), アンド (AND), ZUCK, ν[NEU], BORN

Date: September 19th @ Mito LIGHT HOUSE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), アンド (AND), ZUCK, ν[NEU], BORN

Date: September 20th @ Kashiwa PALOOZA
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), アンド (AND), K.Y,from 彩冷える (K.Y, from Ayabie), ν[NEU]

Date: September 23rd @ Club FLEEZ
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), アンド (AND), K.Y,from 彩冷える (K.Y, from Ayabie), ν[NEU], BORN

Date: September 25th @ Shinyokohama SUNPHONIX HALL
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), Administrator, K.Y,from 彩冷える (K.Y, from Ayabie), ZUCK, ν[NEU]

Date: September 26th @ HEAVEN’S ROCK Saitama Shintoshin VJ-3
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), アンド (AND), ZUCK, ν[NEU], HERO

Date: October 3rd @ Sapporo MESSE HALL
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui),【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 5th @ Aomori QUARTER
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui),【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 6th @ Morioka CLUB CHANGE WAVE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui),【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 7th @ Club SWINDLE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui),【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 8th @ Sendai HOOK
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui),【_Vani;lla】, MoNoLith

Date: October 11th @ Yamagata MUSIC SHOWA Session
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui),【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 12th @ Kooriyama CLUB#9
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), -OZ-, SCREW,【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 13th @ Niigata CLUB JUNK BOX mini
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), -OZ-, SCREW,【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 15th @ Tomiyama club MAIRO
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), -OZ-, SCREW,【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 16th @ Kanazawa AZ
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), -OZ-, SCREW,【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 17th @ Nagano CLUB JUNK BOX
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), -OZ-, ViViD,【_Vani;lla】

Date: October 19th @ Fukui CHOP
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), SCREW, HERO

Date: October 20th @ Matsuzaka M’AXA
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), SCREW, HERO

Date: October 22nd @ Nagoya E.L.L
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), SCREW, HERO

Date: October 23rd @ Gifu club G
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), ZUCK, SCREW, HERO

Date: October 24th @ Shizuoka LIVE HOUSE Sunash
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), SCREW

Date: October 26th @ Koufu CONVICTION
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), イロクイ。(Irokui), SCREW

Date: November 2nd @ Shiga U★STONE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), ZUCK, DaizyStripper, DuelJewel

Date: November 3rd @ Nara Never Land
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), ZUCK, DaizyStripper, DuelJewel

Date: November 5th @ ESAKA MUSE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), ZUCK, spiv states, DaizyStripper, DuelJewel, HERO

Date: November 6th @ Kyoto FAN J
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), ZUCK, DaizyStripper, DuelJewel, HERO

Date: November 7th @ Wakayama LiveHouse&Club GATE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), ZUCK, DaizyStripper, DuelJewel, HERO

Date: November 9th @ Kobe VARIT.
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), ZUCK, DaizyStripper, DuelJewel, HERO

Date: November 10th @ Tokushima club GRINDHOUSE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), DaizyStripper, DuelJewel, HERO

Date: November 12th @ Takamatsu DIME
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), DaizyStripper, DuelJewel,【_Vani;lla】

Date: November 13th @ Kouchi DIME
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), DaizyStripper, DuelJewel,【_Vani;lla】

Date: November 14th @ Matsuyama SALON KITTY
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), DaizyStripper, DuelJewel,【_Vani;lla】

Date: November 16th @ Ooita T.O.P.S
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 17th @ Hakata DRUM Be-1
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 19th @ Miyazaki SR BOX
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 20th @ Kagoshima SR HALL
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 21st @ Kumamoto DRUM Be-9
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 23rd @ Nagasaki DRUM Be-7
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 24th @ Saga LIVE HOUSE GEILS
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: November 26th @ Yamaguchi LIVE rise
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, 【_Vani;lla】

Date: November 27th @ Hiroshima NAMIKI JUNCTION
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, 【_Vani;lla】

Date: November 28th @ Okayama IMAGE
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, 【_Vani;lla】

Date: November 30th @ Izumo APOLLO
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

Date: December 12th @ Yonago Laughs
Performing: ダウト (D=OUT), R指定 (R-Shitei), ViViD, DaizyStripper

The tickets for oneman lives are 4000 yen a piece, whilst for events they cost 3800 yen in advance and 4300 yen at the door.

There is a special treat for the band’s fans though – a “special vacation” trip with the band on September 11th/12th. Of course you have to pay (and not a small amount of money) to go there, but if you do you:

・ get a shot with all the members
・ get to go to a ダウト (D=OUT) live (September 11th @ Okinawa SALT&PEPPER)
・ go to a lunch party with ダウト (D=OUT)
・ stay at the Pacific Hotel Okinawa, Port Hotel, or Okinawa Washington Hotel or another hotel of equal quality

the members are also planning a special project for all those who participate!

The prices depend on where you go from, more details are available here. Doesn’t it sound cool?

Finally, do not forget to check the band’s totally renewed OHP!

Source: OHP

Posted on July 23, 2010 in Costumes, Shopping

seileen-x-suppurate-system

Another cool joint venture with Ryonai’s company and musicians. This time its duo – Seileen who are sporting the new items in their latest look.

There are 8 new designs fans can order. You can see a preview of the designs from the poster above but you really have to check out SS’s english shop page to see the beauties up close! Which design do you like the most? I think I adore the heart necklaces the most!

Check out our post about Seileen’s new EP over here!

Source: SS Shop

Posted on July 16, 2010 in Costumes, New release, Oneman

screws-new-look-full-album-and-oneman

SCREW have announced that they’ll be releasing a new full album on November 17th! First of all let me present the band’s new look though:

It will be entitled 「DUALITY」 and will be available in 2 types. The limited type will include 11 songs + DVD with one music clip, whilst regular will include 13 songs only. Both types will cost 3675 yen.

Furthermore, the band will hold a oneman live called 「DUALITY SYMMETRY」on December 5th at Shibuya O-WEST. Tickets cost 3800 yen a piece.

Finally, there is a special section of the band’s OHP dedicated to the upcoming album, where you can see a special comment – just click here to see it.

Source: OHP

Posted on July 15, 2010 in Costumes, New release

yazzmads-distributed-dvd-and-new-look

As we mentioned few weeks ago, yazzmad will be participating in few events this summer. They’ve just announced that on July 22nd, on the event they call 「moratorium.3」 they’ll be giving a special digest bonus for all those, who pre-order the ticket through the band!

Anyway, they’ve recently updated their OHP with a completely new look, I think it’s certainly worth sharing:

What do you think about it? I personally like the photo, and if you also do, don’t forget to check the profile pics at their OHP!

Source: OHP, official MySpace

Posted on June 28, 2010 in Costumes, New release

new-live-dvd-for-baddies

花少年バディーズ (Baddies) have announced that they’ll be releasing a live DVD on July 21st!

It will be entitled 『強風ハロー!!-OTOMETIC NEO ANNIVERSARY-』(Kyoufuu Hallo!! -OTOMETIC NEO ANNIVERSARY-) and will contain live footage from the band’s 1st anniversary oneman held at Shibuya O-WEST on May 1st. It will cost 5010 yen and contain following songs:

01. 光のガンマン (Hikari no Gunman)
02. ロッキンプリンセス (Rocking Princess)
03. Blind Good Girl -私の彼氏は透明人間- (Blind Good Girl -Watashi no Kareshi wa Toumei Ningen)
04. Slim Smart Slender
05. NBL
06. ブーカーゴーゴー (Booker Go-Go)
07. 鎖骨に眠れ (Sakotsu ni Nemure)
08. 落陽 (Rakuyou)
09. テューズデー -怪物は幸福に満ちた- (Tuesday -Kaibutsu wa Koufuku ni Michita)
10. 乙女桜 (Otomezakura)
11. 人の域へ -It’s Integral- (Hito no Iki e -It’s Integral- )
12. アンタッチャブル -偉大なる感情- (Untouchable –Idainaru Kanjou–)
13. サンフラワータンク (Sunflower Tank)
14. Book
15. The Bluffer
16. Blue Bad Boy
17. ボンビーマン (Bombiman)
18. Balloon
19. 少年[B]アウト (Shounen [B] Out)
20. ブラッサム (Blossom)

Anyway, don’t forget that the guys are releasing a new single entitled 「バレリーナ」(Ballerina) on August 4th. Not only do they have a new look promoting the release (above), but also the covers for the single are now available:

Limited Edition Type A:

[PRE-ORDER]

Regular Edition Type B:

[PRE-ORDER]

Do not forget to pre-order the single by clicking the links above!

Source: OHP, Brand-X

Posted on June 21, 2010 in Costumes, Name Change, New release

black-cat-news

Thanks to Masamune for the heads-up!

Do you remember when we introduced a band called ぶらっく★きゃっと (Black Cat)? Well, they have updated their OHP and therefore let me share the news with you.

First of all, it seems they changed their name to BLACK CAT. What is more, they finally uploaded a band picture, what do you think about their look?

Furthermore, all members have had ameblo blogs for some time, so make sure to follow them if you’re interested:

http://ameblo.jp/blackcat-lion/
http://ameblo.jp/blackcat-kento/
http://ameblo.jp/blackcat-zeno/
http://ameblo.jp/blackcat-makoto/
http://ameblo.jp/blackcat-shintaro/

And finally – the band has announced that they’ll be releasing their first single soon! It will be entitled 「碧色のリザレクション」(Hekishoku no Resurrection ) and cost 500 yen (It will include the title song only.) However, they’ll be selling it only during their lives, starting on the 25th of July though.

It seems they will officialy start their acitvities on that day too, as they have been just on a ‘demonstration’ band so far.

Anyway, the band has uploaded a short CM, promoting the single:

Finally, the upcoming live schedule for BLACK CAT looks as follows:

June 29th @ Ikebukuro CYBER
July 2nd @ Ikebukuro CYBER
July 9th @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
July 25th @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
August 26th @ Shinsaibashi BIG CAT

Source: OHP

Posted on June 20, 2010 in Costumes

skulls-new-tour

Thanks to Pêh for the heads-up!

We have already talked about the 2-months consecutive singles for SKULL but it seems that the band will have a summer tour commemorating that campaign. But firstly, let me start with the band’s new look:

Anyway, the tour is going to be entitled 「闇を裂く陽炎と鼓動」(Yami wo Saku Kagerou to Kodou) and the details are as follows:

July 10th @ Takadanobaba AREA
July 11th @ Takasaki CLUB FLEEZ
July 18th @ Kashiwa PALOOZA
July 23rd @ Aomori QUARTER
July 25th @ Sapporo PENNYLANE
July 29th @ Kanazawa AZ
July 31st @ Kyoto MUSE
August 8th @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
August 11th @ Sendai HooK
August 12th @ Sendai HooK
August 14th @ Niigata JUNK BOX-mini-
August 15h @ Niigata JUNK BOX-mini-
August 27th @ Ikebukuro BlackHole (Tour Finale Oneman)

For the details about prices of the events, make sure to visit their OHP.

Source: OHP

Posted on June 8, 2010 in Costumes, Track Listing

details-on-vistlip%e2%80%99s-next-single

Back here we mentioned that they’d be releasing their 6th single.
Not only have the track lists been revealed, but also their new look!

As for the single, it is entitled「Hameln」, and the track lists for both types are:

vister:

[Pre-order here!]

【CD】
01. Hameln
02. 想い出CG (Omoide CG)

【DVD】
01. Hameln PV

lipper:

[Pre-order here!]

【CD】
01. Hameln
02. 想い出CG (Omoide CG)
03. 墜落 (Tsuiraku)

Furthermore, previews for the tracks and the PV are already up on their OHP, so be sure to check them out!

Source: OHP

Posted on June 8, 2010 in Costumes, New release

new-maxi-single-for-%e3%80%90_vanilla%e3%80%91

Thanks to gandalkorv for the heads-up!

Firstly,【_Vani;lla】 have updated their OHP with a totally new look! What do you think about it?

Furthermore, they have announced that they’ll be releasing a new maxi-single entitled 『sugar days to melt』. Unfortunately there are no more details available, but we will surely let you know once there are.

By the way, the band said that they’ll be having an important announcement at their oneman live on the 24th of August. Let’s hope it’s something positive!

Source: OHP

Posted on June 4, 2010 in Costumes, New release, TV

buck-ticks-new-single

BUCK-TICK have announced that they’ll be releasing a new single in August! Here is the band’s new look by the way:

Anyway, the single will be entitled 「くちづけ」(Kuchizuke; Kiss) . There are no more details available, however, from the 8th of July the song will be an opening theme to an anime called 「屍鬼」(Shiki), based on the manga under the sime title.. To get to know more about it, make sure to visit the anime’s official site.

More details about the release to follow.

Source: OHP, natalie.mu, buck_tick @ LJ

Posted on June 3, 2010 in Costumes, Name Change, New release

news-for-video-glamour

Few days ago Video Glamour has totally renewed their OHP and updated it with some news! Let’s start with the new look!

Furthermore, it seems that from now one the band’s name will be written as ヴィデオグラマァ instead of 電影グラマァ, however it will still be romanized as “Video Glamour”.

Back in May we have talked about their new single and now we can finally see the cover to it:

If you are curious about the single, make sure to visit their OHP, where you can see a short promotional video with a fragment of the title song – 「腐乱だ、明日」(Furanda, Ashita) .

Finally, their upcoming live schedule looks as follows:

July 5th @ Shinjuku RUIDO K4
July 16th @ Ikebukuro CHOP

Source: OHP

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