New Band: Ecthelion
22
Apr, 2013
It looks like we have a brand new band to introduce to you today! They just opened their OHP yesterday, and they’re already kicking their activities off with a bang. Their name? Ecthelion -エクセリオン-.
Vo. miu.
Birthday: Late July
Blood: A
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Gu. 兆-kizasi- (Also in ALIST GRACE)
Birthday: 10.16
Blood: A
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Gu. 朝倉プトン (Asa Kurapton)
Birthday: 8.6
Blood: B
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Ba. LiO (Also in ALIST GRACE)
Birthday: 2.2
Blood: A
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Even though they just opened yesterday, they’re already planning their first single in less than three weeks! “Ray” will be released on May 15th and come with three tracks. You can even preorder it on CDJapan!
“Ray” – ￥1260
1. Ray
2. Rainy Star
3. Masquerade Butterfly
They also have six lives currently scheduled through June. If you attend, you have the option of purchasing their live distributed single “Hello World,” for ￥500!
04.24 Shibuya REX // CROWNxCROWN Presents <reflection of desire GOLD ~渋谷絶対幽閉区域~ (Shibuya Zettai Yuuhei Kuiki) Vol.15>
Cost: ￥3500 (￥4000 at door)
With: L&DS, AvelCain, ALSDEAD, NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST, METEOROID, Amaryllis05.10 Shibuya STAR LOUNGE // CROWNxCROWN Presents
Cost: ￥3300 (￥3800 at door)
With: L&DS, E-BLAZE, XALTEA, JOKER, Stealth Mania, zechs, Chanber Rain, VAASTU, FULL EFFECT, llll-Ligro-05.14 Ikebukuro BLACK HOLE // SUPER BOYS presents <EMOTIVE VISUAROCK FESTIVAL vol.1>
Cost: ￥3000 (￥3500 day of)
With: SUPER BOYS, Twins☆, TRUST, SRASH NOTES GARDEN, NAINE05.29 Ikebukuro EDGE // G2Search Presents <空前絶後> (Kuuzen Zetsugo)
Cost: ￥3150 (￥3600 day of)
With: LucaRia, Resist, and more06.01 Nagoya HOLIDAY NEXT // SCAPEGOAT presents <NEW SINGLE「COUNT D[a]WN」RELEASE COUNTRYWIDE TOUR【９】>
Cost: ￥3500 (￥4000 day of)
With: SCAPEGOAT, EVE, シリアル⇔NUMBER, Tokyo Quartet, Panorama Kyokou Xenon, Black Klaxon, PLUNKLOCK06.02 Osaka ASH // SCAPEGOAT presents <NEW SINGLE「COUNT D[a]WN」RELEASE COUNTRYWIDE TOUR【９】>
Cost: ￥3500 (￥4000 day of)
With: SCAPEGOAT, シリアル⇔NUMBER SoniqRush, Black Klaxon, PLUNKLOCK, Romancing Saga, and more
Wanna hear a preview of their music? They’ve posted a preview of their song “Hello World” on their OHP. You can also follow their official youtube channel by visiting the video! We’ll be sure to keep an eye on them!
Posted in Introduction, New band, New release, Track ListingTags: ALSDEAD, amaryllis, AvelCain, Black Klaxon, Ecthelion, L&DS, llll-Ligro-, LucaRia, NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST, Panorama Kyokou Xenon, PLUNKLOCK, Romancing Saga, SCAPEGOAT, Serial Number, Tokyo Quartet
Introducing: VAMPIRE ROSE
16
Apr, 2013
Here’s something out of the ordinary, even when it comes to Visual Kei.
This band has been around since the summer of 2012, but since we have not introduced them on Shattered Tranquility yet, this is being filed under an introduction post.
VAMPIRE ROSE is the solo project of Count ROSE, who is actually the chief of a themed restaurant in Ginza called Vampire Cafe. Support members are from different bands. They have had a few lives this year already, but they will be having their first one-man event on April 29th at Birth Shinjuku, followed by a dinner party at Christon Cafe in Tokyo. A big announcement is planned for that day, so if you’re interested, you’d better go!
VAMPIRE ROSE 1st One-man: 「狂乱吸血薔薇独裁劇」 (Kyouran kyuuketsu bara dokusai geki)
Part 1: Live
April 29th @ Birth Shinjuku
OPEN: 14:00/START: 15:00
Ticket: 3000yen (4771yen same-day)Part 2: Dinner Party
April 29th @ Christon Cafe Tokyo
OPEN: 19:30/START: 20:00
Ticket: 4000yen (4771 same-day) *price includes dinner and freeflow drink menu
Those who attend both lives have a chance to get a special DVD along with a 6-shot checki with ROSE and members. For ticket reservations, e-mail from_vampire_rose@yahoo.co.jp with your name and desired number of tickets.
Still undecided? Maybe this CM will convince you:
In addition, VAMPIRE ROSE will be releasing their first mini-album, “Vampire Sanctuary,” on April 24th!
Vampire Sanctuary – 2800yen
1. 降臨 (Kourin)
2. Lunatic Bite
3. Forbidden 〜獣を愛した少女〜 (Kemono wo ai shita shoujo)
4. マザードール (Mother Doll)
5. Sorrow 〜闇に産まれた獣〜 (Yami ni umareta kemono)
6. 薔薇冥界 (Bara meikai)
7. 血薔薇の宴 (Chibara no en)
Artists such as Hikari (Vallquar), KAZ (ex.VII-SENSE), Rio (Secilia Luna), YURI (ex.ANCIENT MYTH), Rize (Ariabl’eyeS), and Vetchie (Misaruka) contributed to composing the tracks on the mini-album.
If you’re interested in learning a bit more about ROSE, feel free to check out his Twitter or Ameblo:
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VAMPIRE ROSE OHP
Posted in Cool, Introduction, Lives, New band, New release, News, Oneman, Release, Solo, Track Listing, TwitterTags: ANCIENT MYTH, Ariabl'eyeS, Misaruka, Secilia Luna, Vallquar, vampire rose, VII-Sense
Introducing: JILUKA
3
Apr, 2013
We have yet another new band to introduce to you today, readers!
JILUKA is a 4-piece band whose activities will officially begin on May 6th at Shibuya REX.
May 6th @ Shibuya REX
with: 「xxx」is D￡AD / Zelktage / NAINE / Nobady / オッドウェイ (Oddway) / JILUKA / AMARANYX / Dieu / なんでやねんセッション (Yuya(ex.RED universe) (Nandeyanen Session) / 昔の仲間達 (Mukashi no Nakamatachi)
Tickets: 2900yen (3400yen same day)
There is very little information about the band so far, but here’s a brief introduction of JILUKA’s members:
As well as having their first official live at REX on May 6th, JILUKA will also be releasing their first maxi single, “Sick.”
JILUKA 1st Maxi Single “Sick” – 1,260yen (tax incl.)
1. Sick
2. Segregater
What kind of sound do they have? Hear for yourself; they just uploaded a preview of “Sick” yesterday:
Stay tuned as we learn more information about them and when their OHP will officially be up!
Posted in Introduction, Lives, New band, New release, News, Release, Track Listing, Twitter, YouTubeTags: AMARANYX, 「xxx」is d￡ad, JILUKA, Jupiter, NAINE, Nobady, Zelktage
Introducing: Jupiter
3
Apr, 2013
We hesitated a bit with posting this information since it was brought to our attention on April Fool’s Day, but now we can confirm that this is, indeed, true!
Jupiter is a 5-member band with Universal Music Japan. The branch they are debuting under is more directed towards Western music and an international audience, so it’s rumored that their activities are more directed globally.
The line-up will seem very familiar to many of you; with the exception of the vocalist (ZIN), all of the previous members of Versailles are a part of Jupiter.
Vo. ZIN
Information on their OHP right now is scarce, but they have confirmed their first single release will be in Summer 2013 titled “Blessing of the Future” under the record label Thunderball667.
Their first live will be on April 17th at Takadanobaba AREA. They have a couple of others too, so check out the information if your interest is piqued yet:
April 17th @ Takadanobaba AREA
with: Art Cube / cocklobin / ZIZ / The CANDY SPOOKY THEATER
Tickets: 3000yen (3500yen same day)April 21st @ CLUB CITTA’ Kawasaki
with: 己龍 (Kiryu) / MEJIBRAY / Moran / Lycacon / カメレオ (Kameleo) / Black Gene For the Next Scene / THE MICRO HEAD 4N’S (GUEST)
Tickets: 4000yen (4500yen same day)May 6th @ Shibuya REX
with: 「xxx」is D￡AD / Zelktage / NAINE / Nobady / オッドウェイ (Oddway) / JILUKA / AMARANYX / Dieu / なんでやねんセッション (Yuya(ex.RED universe) (Nandeyanen Session) / 昔の仲間達 (Mukashi no Nakamatachi)
Tickets: 2900yen (3400yen same day)
They also have a preview of their sound on the portal of their OHP:
Source: natalie.mu, OHP
Posted in Introduction, Lives, Major, New band, New release, News, Release, YouTubeTags: AMARANYX, Art Cube, 「xxx」is d￡ad, Black Gene For the Next Scene, cocklobin, Jupiter, Kameleo, Kiryu, Lycaon, MEJIBRAY, Moran, NAINE, Nobady, The Candy Spooky Theater, THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S, Versailles, Zelktage, ZIZ
Introducing: VOW
22
Mar, 2013
We’ve got a new band based in Tokyo to introduce today.
VOW is a 4-piece band that will begin its live activities starting from May 21st, 2013. On March 20th, they made their first audio release with 「ロンリーラビット」 (Lonely Rabbit). It includes three tracks: 「ロンリーラビット」, 「キケンな愛」 (Kiken na Ai), and 「心の果て」 (Kokoro no hate). The bad news is that it can only be purchased in Japan. The good news is that the band has decided to release all three tracks included on the CD as free MP3 files on their official home page! Just visit their “SOUND” section to listen.
Without further ado, here’s the lineup:
Vo. 真白(Mashiro) [ex-Himeyuri, Paradeis]
Birthday: June 20th
Blood Type: A
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Gt. 聖 (Sei) [ex-Paradeis]
Birthday: October 9th
Blood Type: A
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Ba. 瑠希 (Ryuki) [ex-Himeyuri, Paradeis]
Birthday: August 26th
Blood Type: O
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Dr. RIRI [ex-MILK]
Birthday: June 26th
Blood Type: O
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Want to see them live? They’ve got a few performances scheduled for the end of May already:
May 21st @ Shibuya O-WEST
with: DOLLARS / Anli Pollicino / LOST ASH / L&DS / FEST VAINQUEUR / Crazy★Shampoo / シビレバシル (Sibile Bashir)
Tickets: 3300yen (3800yen same-day)May 28th @ Nagoya ell. Fits ALL
with: Called≠Plan / 東京カルテット (Tokyo Quartet) / LOST ASH / Glam Grammar / FEST VAINQUEUR / Crazy★Shampoo / シビレバシル
Tickets: 3300yen (3800yen same-day)May 29th @ Osaka MUSE
with: Called≠Plan / 東京カルテット / LOST ASH / Glam Grammar / FEST VAINQUEUR / Crazy★Shampoo / シビレバシル
Tickets: 3300yen (3800yen same-day)
Ticket sales start on March 31st.
If you want to see them a bit sooner than that, check out a clip of their 「ロンリーラビット」 PV below:
What do you think of VOW? Let us know by leaving a comment!
Posted in Introduction, New band, New release, PV, Release, Sampling, TourTags: Anli Pollicino, Called≠Plan, Crazy★shampoo, DOLLARS, FEST VAINQUEUR, L&DS, LOST ASH, Oyuugi Wagamama-dan x 【PaRADEiS】, Sibile Bashir, Tokyo Quartet, VOW
New Band: the Sherry
4
Mar, 2013
This is a name that’s been floating around recently –it’s about time we introduce them! Formed last May and kicking off activity full time in October, the Sherry are a new face to the scene!
Vocal: KOU
Birth: 12.30
Blood: B
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Guitar: 白雪 (Shirayuki) (ex-ボクラノ(Bokurano))
Birth: 2.8
Blood: A
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Guitar: Johann
Birth: 5.16
Blood: O
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Bass: 鬼姫 (Kiki)
Birth: 10.1
Blood: B
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Looking good, right? On February 13th, they released their first single nationwide, named “Dreamers.” It was released in two types, both containing three tracks, for ￥1500. Also, they released a preview for the title track on their YouTube.
“Dreamers” Type A – ￥1500
1. Dreamers
2. Progress
3. LOVE IS LIFE
“Dreamers” Type B -￥1500
1. Dreamers
2. Progress
3. Story. (Special Remix Version)
Spanning from the single, they’ve scheduled several live appearances over the next few months, and they’re already planning their first oneman this June! Several events have already taken place, so we’ll only list the upcoming shows.
03.08 Ikebukuro Edge // NovA Presents 『Caramel “POP”corn』- ￥3500 (￥4000 at door)
with: NovA, Resist, LucaRia, ALIVE, Plus Magic, Oddway, Limit!!
03.14 Ikebukuro Black Hole // Cure v-splash PRESENTS 『V-SPLITS Vol.1』- ￥3000 (￥3500 at door)
with: LANDZ, the Raid., RUSH, ROUGE, AMARANYX, Plus Magic
03.18 Takadanobaba AREA // SHOCK WAVE Apollo Vol.72 – ￥2800 (￥3300 day of)
with: ASTRID CLOWN, Zelktag e, NovA, グレヱテル (Gretel), とかげ (Tokage)
03.27 Ikebukuro Edge // THE GALLO Sponsored Event 『黒鶏帝都制圧作戦・乙』(Kurokei Teito Seiatsu Sakusen・Otsu) – ￥3000 (￥3500 at door)
with: THE GALLO, un, gaNesha, Capella, Signal, ムシケラトプス (Mushikera Tops), LucyMonoStone
04.01 Ikebukuro Black Hole // D’uAl 2-Month Consecutive Sponsorship 「AWAKE」- ￥3000 (￥3500 at door)
with: D’uAl, Sick2, REVIL, 激情と自由 (Gekijou to Jiyuu), Hresvelgr, 悲絶奴隷 (Hizzedorei)
04.05 Nagoya ell.FITS ALL // 『Boys eat Banana』- ￥3500 (￥4000 at door)
with: 花少年バディーズ (Hana Shounen Baddies)
04.06 Osaka RUIDO // 『Boys eat Banana』- ￥3500 (￥4000 at door)
with: 花少年バディーズ (Hana Shounen Baddies)
05.16 Ikebukuro Black Hole // the Sherry Sponsored Event
More to be announced
05.17 Osaka MUSE // GOEMON RECORDS Presents Cindy&Kate Disbandment Tour 「かしまつり-the FINAL-大阪編」(Kashimatsuri -the FINAL-Osaka hen) – ￥3500 (￥4000 at door)
with: Cindy&Kate, 花少年バディーズ (Hana Shounen Baddies), Dear Loving, FEST VAINQUEUR, GAKIDO, Blitz, GALEYD, カラット (Carat), the Raid., Paranoid≠circuS
05.19 NAGOYA HOLIDAY NEXT // GOEMON RECORDS Presents Cindy&Kate Disbandment Tour 「かしまつり-the FINAL-大阪編」(Kashimatsuri -the FINAL-Nagoya hen) – ￥3500 (￥4000 at door)
with: Cindy&Kate, FEST VAINQUEUR, GAKIDO, Blitz, GALEYD, カラット (Carat), the Raid.
05.23 Sendai MACANA // GOEMON RECORDS Presents Cindy&Kate Disbandment Tour 「かしまつり-the FINAL-大阪編」(Kashimatsuri -the FINAL-Sendai hen) – ￥3000 (￥3500 at door)
with: Cindy&Kate, 花少年バディーズ (Hana Shounen Baddies), Jin-Machine, FEST VAINQUEUR, GAKIDO, Blitz, GALEYD, カラット (Carat)
05.31 Ikebukuro EDGE // Avidit.&EDGE Sponsorship 『五月晴れ』 FINAL 衣替え 2Dayz (Satsukibare FINAL Koromogae 2Dayz) – ￥3000 (￥3500 at door)
with: Avidit., アンディメア (UN-DE-MEA), ViV, FUNNY, LiLiCaLONEMAN
06.15 Ikebukuro Black Hole // 『Spread The Wings 2nd -Ride on the NEXTream-』- ￥3000 (￥3500 at door)
Wanna see a preview of their music? Check it out here!
Source: OHP
Posted in Introduction, New band, Track Listing, YouTubeTags: the Sherry
Mitsu and Yuina’s New Project, DOPPEL
2
Mar, 2013
Looks like we have good news for fans of Dolly this week! Mitsu and former member Yuina, now of World Wrap Word, have banded together to form a new experimental project band, and today their OHP opened!
Vocal – 蜜 (Mitsu)
Birthday: 8.6
Blood Type: A
Guitar – ゆいな (Yuina)
Birthday: 2.6
Blood Type: AB
Currently, they have two singles slated for release, one on April 4th, and a second on May 5th. Their first mini album will drop on June 5th in two types. There are no names set as of the moment, but we’ll keep you updated with more as they announce it! Also, they have two oneman lives taking place in June and July, both taking place at Roppongi morph. They’ll cost ￥3800 (￥4300 day of) to attend, and tickets will go on sale on April 6th and 28th.
06.06 Roppongi morph
「エッグノック#1〜The humpty day〜」(Eggknock #1 ~The humpty day~)
07.07 Roppongi morph
「エッグノック#2〜The dumpty day〜」(Eggknock #2 ~The dumpty day~)
We’ll keep you updated with these guys for sure! Are any of you planning on attending their concerts?
Posted in Introduction, New band, New release, OnemanTags: Dolly, DOPPEL, World Wrap Word
Introducing Black Klaxon
1
Mar, 2013
It seems that most people forget about bands outside of the local Tokyo area, so it’s always nice to see an up-and-coming band from other parts of Japan! So, it’s nice to finally have the opportunity to introduce a new Nagoya-based band that has hit the scene very recently!
Forming back in May of 2012, Black Klaxon has finally reached out of their local Nagoya after having their first One Man at Nagoya 3 Club Star Imaike last week. They currently have a handful of upcoming lives in Tokyo and Osaka, but that doesn’t seem to be the only good news for this fledgling band! At their first One Man they announced a new maxi-single, a tour, and two One Mans in their hometown of Nagoya and Tokyo.
So, before we get to dates, let’s actually meet the band!
Vocals: Rey
Birthday: 2/4
Blood Type: B
Musical Artist: Kyo (Dir en Grey), Yasu, Wataru (12012)
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Guitar: K.O.H
Birthday: 4/5
Bloody Type: A
Musical Artist: Chris Impellitteri (Imellitteri), Mike Stern, Yngwie Malmsteen (LOUDNESS), DAITA, you
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Guitar, Chorus: YUKKY
Birthday: 1/17
Blood Type: A
Musical Artists: Red Hot Chili Peppers, GLAY
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Bass: Kouya
Birthday: 12/8
Bloodtype: A
Musical Artist: Metallica
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Drums: 雅秀 (Masahide)
Birthday: 12/7
Blood Type: O
Musical Artist: SlipKnot
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Black Klaxon’s upcoming maxi-single is titled “Another Sky” and will hit stores on 4/27. No other details have been released thus far, such as the track list or price, but when we find out we will give you guys more information!
We do, however, have information on their upcoming lives!
3/11 @ Shibuya Rex
CЯOWN×CГOWN presents
『reflection of desire ＧＯＬＤ vol.11』
Open: 15:00/15:30
Act: Alsdead, Scapegoat, Ruvish, Black Klaxon, GaGaGaGa, JOKER, JyuLie, FUNNY, Cross hearT, Ms. Liar
Ticket: ¥3500/¥40003/15 @ Shibuya STAR LOUNGE
CЯOWN×CГOWN presents
『reflection of desire vol.26』
Open: 15:00/15:30
Act: Black Klaxon, Serial Number, Otogadead, NO EVACUATION, Uchuu Sentai NOIZ, Botan Ikka, REVERiE, LAZAROUS, Marble Head, Hai-Oru C
Ticket: ¥3000/¥35003/21 @ Club CITTA’
Death trap-GIG SP
TRUST TOUR 2013 SPRING
Open: 14:30/15:00
Act: Black Klaxon, TRUST, Poltergeist, Fi’Ance., AMARANYX, ROMANESQUE A LIVE, Sick2, Gekijou to Jiyuu
Ticket: ¥3500/¥40003/28@ Takadanobaba AREA
Open:16:30/17:00
Act: Black Klaxon, Mebius, JUSTICE KING, GremlinS, zechs, SLIME
Ticket: ¥3000/¥3500
In addition, their “Another Sky” Tour will start after the maxi-single’s release with the One Man’s happening the month after.
Black Klaxon 3rd Single Release TOUR
「Another Sky」4/29 @ Kobe KING CROSS
4/30 @ Fukuoka DRUM Be-1
5/2 @ Shinsaibashi Fanj twice
5/4 @ Kanazawa AZ
5/5 @ Nagoya ell.size
5/6 @ Nagoya CLUB 3STAR IMAIKE
5/9 @ Sendai HOOK
5/16 @ Takadanobaba AREA
Black Klaxon Second ANNIVERSARY ONE MAN
「You’re the Only one」
6/7 @ Ikebukuro RUIDO K3
6/11 @ Nagoya ell Fits.All
Anyone interested or excited in Black Klaxon? Anyoneplanning on attending any of the upcoming lives or picking up a copy of their new single? If so, tell us in the comments below!
Posted in Introduction, Lives, New band, New release, OnemanTags: ALSDEAD, AMARANYX, 『Seigi』Suuhai Kyoudan JUSTICE KING, Black Klaxon, Botan Ikka, Cross hearT, Fi'Ance., FUNNY, GAGAGAGA, GremlinS, Hai-Oru C, Imitation Pops Uchuu Sentai NOIZ, JOKER, JyuLie, LAZAROUS, Marblehead, Mebius, Ms. Liar, NO EVACUATION, Otogadead, Poltergeist, REVERiE, ROMANESQUE A LIVE, RUVISH, SCAPEGOAT, Serial Number, Sick2, SLIME, TRUST, zechs
New Band: DOLLARS
28
Feb, 2013
Amidst all the horrible news lately, it’s always great to find something cheerful, isn’t it? As of today, a new band has formed! Tokyo Quartet’s Kiyoto, as of the 27th, has started his own project! It’s name, DOLLARS.
Vocal: 清人 (Kiyoto) // CELLT→楽團孤独 (Gakudan Hitori)→江戸川パラドクス (Edogawa Paradox)→東京カルテット (Tokyo Quartet) (current)
Guitar: ロッソ (Rosso) // UN-DE-MEA (support)
Guitar: SASA // DEVIL KITTY→MADARA→CELLT
Bass: ruchi // xTRiPx→楽團孤独 (Gakudan Hitori)
Drum: rei // シビレバシル (Shibile Bashir) (support)
Their first live took place on February 27th at Ikebukuro BlackHole, and they’re already starting off with a mission! They’ll be releasing a new single on March 6th, title 「東京ジャンキー」(Tokyo Junkie). It’ll come in two types, a Red Disk and Blue Disk, both costing ￥1000. Each version will come with either a PV for 東京ジャンキー, or “Deep Blue.”
東京ジャンキー [赤盤] (Tokyo Junkie [Red Disk]) – ￥1000
1. 東京ジャンキー
2. 狼少年 (Ookami Shounen)
東京ジャンキー [青盤] (Tokyo Junkie [Blue Disk]) – ￥1000
1. 東京ジャンキー
2. ピーターパン症候群 (Peter Pan Shoukougun)
Currently there’s one instore scheduled for the release, which will take place on March 9th at Ikebukuro Brand X. We’ll be sure to keep you updated about them in the future!
Source: PCM’s Blog, Kiyoto’s Blog, vkdb
Posted in Introduction, New band, New release, ProjectTags: CELLT, DOLLARS, Tokyo Quartet
Introducing: Bremen
21
Feb, 2013
It appears we haven’t introduced this band yet! Formed in late 2012, ブレーメン (Bremen) have already released two singles, and are planning to release three more starting this March.
Vocal: 雄 (Yuu) (Twitter)
Guitar: けーた (Keta) (Twitter)
Guitar: TAKUYA (Twitter)
Bass: hisato (formerly Jiro of Ancestral) (Twitter)
Their first single “cherry light” was released on August 8th, and their DVD Single “Useless Regret,” dropped soon after. Currently, they’re planning a three-month consecutive release ranging from March to May! Not much is known regarding each release, but the first of the set, “bloom” will drop sometime in March. We’ll keep you updated when more becomes available.
They also have a series of lives set up for the coming future! Each event will cost ￥3000 to attend.
02.25 Shibuya REX // ANSIA Sponsored Event 「第十八回-来々祭-」(Daijuuhachikai -Rairai Matsuri-)
with: ANSIA, PLUNKLOCK, クレイドル (Cradle), アンディメア (Undemea), Lucy MonoStone, AMARANYX
03.05 Ikebukuro EDGE // rivabook presents 「Innovator」
with: ROUGE, gaNesha, Miss Jelly Fish …and more
03.12 Ikebukuro EDGE // EDGE 1st Anniversary 「撃剣霊化」(Gekiken Reika)
with: Violensus luxion, IIII-Ligro-, NEMETH, I-アイ, Riot Labyrinth, for CroiX
04.04 Ikebukuro EDGE
More to be announced
04.08 Shibuya REX // Neverland 2nd Single Release Event 「The musical box.」
with: Neverland, Awake, オッドウェイ (Oddway), カラット (Carat) …and more”
05.31 Shibuya REX
More to be announced
You can also follow them on their official Ameba and Myspace! Wanna get a taste of their sound? They’ve posted a general preview video on their OHP, so check it out!
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Introducing: Planetarium
19
Feb, 2013
It appears we’ve a somewhat new band today, with some faces familiar to the scene! MAR, Planet Child Music’s representative and former vocalist of SEED, formed his own band under the label, and recently, they’ve launched not only a complete overhaul of PCM’s webpage, but a separate page for the group, Planetarium (プラネタリウム).
Vocal – MAR (hysteric→SEED→CODE7203-KineSicS)
Birth: 12.17
Ameba Blog
Twitter
Guitar – Rin (hysteric→SEED, Atomic Berry)
Birth: 1.4
Bass – Hisa (hysteric→SEED)
Birth: 5.26
Keyboard – Yuno (ALLSENTH→DERGICAL→Vivace)
Birth: 1.27
Drums – Musashi (M)
Birth: 11.14
Twitter
You can also follow their member blog here. Three different releases were sold in the past, titled 「ソニック」(Sonic,) 「プレイ」(Play) and 「亜音速サブソニック」(Aonsoku Subsonic). Most recently, they have a new single titled “LINK”, which will drop on May 26th for ￥1575. More information will be released at a future date.
Currently there is one live scheduled for a band, as well as one in the discussion process.
03.02 Osaka LIVE HOUSE ‘D
MeLtてん脱退主催『卒業』(MeLt Ten Retirement Sponsorship “Graduation”)
with: MeLt, GateNo.14, LK, Vivace, forte, アメダマ (Amedama,) レメニス (Reminisce)
￥3000 in advance, ￥3500 day of
04.20 Shinsaibashi Soma
Details to be announced
Want to hear a preview of their sound? They’ve recently released the PV for their track, “GUILTY PAIN” on Youtube. It was originally the first track on their mini album, 「ソニック」. Check it out! Also, have you checked out Planet Child’s new overhaul? You can view the new website here.
Posted in Introduction, New release, YouTubeTags: M, Planetarium, SEED
Introducing: Lucifer’s underground
19
Feb, 2013
A few days ago, Hina (ex-hurts) announced on his blog that a new band named “Lucifer’s underground” has formed! The only information released so far is the band members and their first live taking place at Zepp Nagoya.
Let’s take a look at the line-up:
Vo. Hina (ex-hurts)Gt. erina (ex-VII-Sense)
Support Gt. Shun (ex-Vidoll)
Support Ba. Masato (ex-VII-Sense)
Dr. Kaede (ex-hurts)
So, what do you think? Interesting mix?
If you’re curious enough, go swing by Zepp Nagoya on February 26th to catch a glimpse of them live. Tickets are 3000yen advance/4000yen same-day.
No further information has been released about the band, but we’ll keep you updated!
Source: vkdb,jp, Hina’s Official Blog, erina’s Official Blog, Shun’s Official Blog, Kaede’s Official Blog
Posted in Introduction, Lives, New bandTags: hurts, Lucifer's underground, Vidoll, VII-Sense
Introducing: Yeti
17
Feb, 2013
Just in time for the release of their first mini-album, we bring you: Yeti!
Yeti is a 4-piece band that formed last year. They simply introduce themselves with these eerie words:
“They come out of nowhere.
Over fields and mountains
They’re not defined by color.
They don’t seek, nor give.
They just simply… become your neighbor.”
Gu. – 幸久 (Yukihisa)
Twitter
Ameblo
Yeti already has a couple of one-man shows planned. In fact, one of them is already sold out! You can still catch them solo in Higashi-Koenji, though!
March 16th @ Ikebukuro EDGE –SOLD OUT–
-First One-man show 「一身上の都合」 (Personal Matters)April 7th @ Higashi-Koenji Niban Den-atsu (￥3000/￥3500)
-Additional One-man show 「一身上の都合」 (Personal Matters)
May 17th @ Takadanobaba AREA (￥3500/￥4000)
-Yeti / amber gris / AUBE / LANDZ / LEZARD / LOST ASHJune 6th @ Ikebukuro EDGE (￥3000/￥3500)
-Yeti / 悠希 / 聖 / 花少年バディーズ / and another band that will be announced on April 20th
On February 20th, Yeti will be releasing their first mini-album entitled ｢家庭の事情」(Katei no Jijou)!
Yeti 「家庭の事情」 – ￥2600
1. door door
2. ie
3. ju-sin
4. picasso
5. nagashi
6. ten to ten
You can preview what each song sounds like on their OHP. They have also released a clip of their first PV for a limited time:
The band is also planning – you guessed it – some in-store events to commemorate the release. Don’t miss it!
March 17th @ Shinjuku little HEARTS.
March 22nd @ Brand X
March 24th @ Tower Records Shinjuku
So, what do you think of this band that “came out of nowhere”? Be sure to leave a comment with your thoughts!
Source: OHP
Posted in Instore, Introduction, Lives, New band, New release, Oneman, PV, ReleaseTags: Yeti
Introducing xrista
13
Feb, 2013
As we announced earlier, OROCHI’s Guitarist Yukimura left the band recently, and it seems he is already preparing a new band!
Yukimuri (who has changed his stagename to Lyo) posted the following on his facebook in English about the creation of his new band.
[Notice of a new band]
This time, I formed a new band Xrista.
I decided to change the name to Lyo(椋).
I will not get used to everyone because it was a familiar name for four years, you should become familiar because little by little the heck♪
and
I was going to transfer the ameba blog.
New blog should be moved from below.
Please register again everyone.
But I would spend a little time people,
I hope everyone re-register♪
Though no official photos (other than the band’s logo) have been revealed and the OHP has yet to be created, Xrista officially formed on February 1st. What we can tell you is limited due to the nature of the news, but with some heavy research we found out a little more about Xrista.
Vocals: 彪牙 (Hyuga)
Ameba
Guitar: 椋 (Lyo) guitar
Ameba
Guitar: れー (Re)
Ameba
Bass: ゆうきYuuki
Ameba
Drums: きよ (Kiyo)
Ameba
If you’re wondering what this band will look like, don’t worry for too long! According to Lyo, Xrista will be having their first live debut on February 22nd at Ruido K3!
2/22 @ Ruido K3
Open: 16:00/16:30
Ticket¥3000/¥3500
CAST:RoNo☆Cro/「xxx」is D￡AD/ALIVE/Xrista/ガガガガ/Limit!!/NAINE/LucaRia
Anyone planning on attending? It seems like it will be a great live, and debuts are always great experience.
The moment Xrista unveils their new website we’ll have more information available!
Source: Lyo’s Ameblo
Posted in Introduction, New band, NewsTags: ALIVE, 「xxx」is d￡ad, GAGAGAGA, LucaRia, NAINE, RoNo☆Cro, xrista
New Band: Lezard
27
Jan, 2013
This news is thanks to Tenshii, who recently informed us of this new Tokyo band! Formed just a week ago, the band does not currently have any music to offer quite yet, but there is certainly a buzz around them with a One Man already planned in a few months time. By then, there certainly should be more music material for you to hear, but until then… Let’s introduce Lezard!
Members
Vocal: 来夢 (Pronounced ライム or “Lime”)Birthday.11/19
blood type.B
Ameblo
Twitter
Guitar:公佑 (Kousuke)
Birthday.8/9
blood type.O
Ameblo
Twitter
Bass: TACC
Birthday.10/14
blood type.0
Ameblo
Twitter
Drums: Natsume
Birthday.11/5
Blood type.O
Ameblo
Twitter
“Majiro” the Armadillo Mascot Twitter (Official News and Staff)
There is only one video available on the youtube account, but if you want to give it a look it is down below! The band introduce themselves, tell a little more about what fans should expect in the future, and also talk about their likes, dislikes, and hobbies. In addition, you can hear some of their music in the backgrounds, so you can get a feel for their sound!
Lezard will be having their first One Man at Ikebukuro Edge, limited to 150 tickets, on April 20th. More information is listed below, so if you like what you see you should definitely check them out! Tickets will be available staring on February 2nd.
LEZARD 1st Oneman Show 『とかげはじめました。』”Tokage Hajimemashita”
150 Person Live
4/20 @ Ikebukuro Edge
OPEN: 17:00/17:30
Advance ¥3,000/¥3,500
Source: OHP, Tenshii
Posted in Introduction, New band, OnemanTags: LEZARD
Introducing: DEZERT
26
Jan, 2013
Despite having written multiple news reports including DEZERT, we have never actually reported anything just about the band! Considering the exciting things in store for the band, it seems a shame to waste any time! So, without any further ado, let’s meet DEZERT!
MEMBERS
Vocal: Chiaki
Birthday: Unknown
Cigarette: Mild Seven 10mm Long
Ameblo
Guitar: Kira
Birthday: 9/12
Cigarette: Marlboro Menthol Lights
Ameblo
Bass: SaZ
Birthday: 10/18
Cigarette: Long Peace
Ameblo
Drums: SORA
Birthday: 6/22
Cigarette: Marlboro Menthol Box
Ameblo
Twitter
Starting back in early February of last year in Tokyo, DEZERT has gotten extremely popular over the last several months in the Visual-Kei scene.r So popular, in fact, that their upcoming One-Man at the Kagurazaka EXPLOSION sold out months in advance. (There are three other One Mans upcoming, so I’ve taken the time to add them below.) Though with a name like DEZERT with lyrics sprinkled (pun not intended) with sugary sweet references, one would assume their music would be just as sweet. Alas, that would be a wrong assumption (their newest single has a track named “Chocolate Cream Chainsaw.” Not entirely sure I want to partake in that particular dessert.) The music has a dark air to it, so if that’s your style you should definitely look into this band!
2/08 @ Kagurazaka EXPLOSION (SOLD OUT)
[OPEN/START]18:00/18:303/31 @ Meguro Rockmaykan
[OPEN/START]18:00/18:30
[ADV/DAY]￥3.000/￥3.5004/27 @ Shinjuku Birth (Formerly known as Shinjuku HOLIDAY)
[OPEN/START]18:00/18:30
[ADV/DAY]￥3.000/￥3.5005/26 @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
[OPEN/START]18:00/18:30
[ADV/DAY]￥3.000/￥3.500
In addition to this exciting information, the band recently released their 2nd Mini-Album titled「ぼくの死骸と君のチョコレート」(Boku no Shigai to Kimi no Chocolate.) The single comes with 3 tracks and costs ￥1575. Unfortunately it doesn’t seem that Dezert’s newest single is available on CDJapan at the moment, so if you’re in Japan grab a copy at your local Like an Edison/Zeal Link/little hearts. shop! You can also get their cds at any of their upcoming lives or Brand X.
Source: OHP
Posted in Introduction, New release, OnemanTags: DEZERT
Introducing: Locus
24
Jan, 2013
Well, don’t we have a treat today! A new band has emerged in Osaka and seems to be causing quite a stir. Though the band has been around since January of last year, today marks as special day as the have just recently released their first album! So, without further introduction, let’s meet the members of Locus!
Vocal: Ayame
Birthday: 12/18
Blood type: Unknown
Ameblo
Guitar: Nao
Birthday: 3/24
Blood type: A
Ameblo
Guitar: Ringo
Birthday: 10/9
Blood type: Unknown
Ameblo
Bass: Rei
Birthday: 5/15
Blood type: A
Ameblo
Drums: Oo
Birthday: 9/16
Blood type: A
Ameblo
Lotus just recently released their first album on 1/23, kicking it off with their own event at the Shinsaibashi FANJ twice that night. The album is titled “Ugly Crow” and contains 9 songs. Fortunately, you can pick up your own copy at CDJapan. I’ve added the link down below if you’re interested. If you want to hear a sample of their music, the band has uploaded their song “Iro Ochi” off their new album for your listening enjoyment! Scroll down to take a peek!
1. Delusion
2. トンネル (Tunnel)
3. 色堕ち (Iro Ochi)
4. 遮断 (Shadan)
5. Kidnapping
6. 明るさRegret (Akarusa Regret)
7. 混沌の空 (Konton no Sora)
8. 最後の唄 (Saigo no Uta)
9. Ugly moth
If you were unable to catch them live last night, no need to fret! Locus will be at the OSAKA CLAPPER on February 17th at AMARANYX Presents【DESIRABLE CLOUD 9】 Event. More details are listed below, so if you’re in the Osaka area try and check these guys out.
AMARANYX Presents【DESIRABLE CLOUD 9】
2/17 @ OSAKA CLAPPER
Open:16:30 / 17:00
Tickets: ￥2,800/￥3,300 (w/drink ticket)
Bands: LOCUS /AMARANYX / ANSIA / forCroiX / UNDEAD / Lucy S´Hiwind
Source:OHP
Posted in Event, Introduction, Lives, New band, New releaseTags: AMARANYX, ANSIA, forCroiX, LOCUS, Lucy S'Hiwind, undead
Introducing: AMARANYX
24
Oct, 2012
We have no shortage of new bands to show you today, readers.
This time we’re introducing AMARANYX. This 5-member band’s activities started in Sendai in August 2011, but they have recently expanded their activities to the Greater Tokyo Area and have witnessed a sudden increase in fans.
Members:
On November 28th, they will release their third single, entitled 「SILHOUETTE」! It will be released in two types.
[SILHOUETTE] Type A – ￥1890, tax included
CD
1. シルエット (Silhouette)
2. Fragment of Father Freak
DVD
1. シルエット -MUSIC CLIP-
[SILHOUETTE] Type B – ￥1575, tax included
1. シルエット
2. Fragment of Father Freak
3. PARADE
Of course, the band will be touring in commemoration of their new single release, so, here’s the schedule!
October 25th @ SHIBUYA-REX
Tickets: ￥2800 advance/￥3300 same-dayNovember 20th @ Sendai MACANA
Tickets: ￥2800 advance/￥3300 same-dayNovember 22nd @ Shinjuku RUIDO K4
Tickets: ￥2800 advance/￥3300 same-dayNovember 27th @ Imaike 3STAR
Tickets: ￥3300 advance/￥4300 same-dayNovember 28th @ Imaike 3STAR
Tickets: ￥3300 advance/￥4300 same-dayNovember 30th @ Osaka BRAND NEW
Tickets: ￥2500 advance/￥3000 same-dayDecember 7th @ Sendai MACANA
Tickets: ￥3000 advance/￥3500 same-dayDecember 13th @ SHIBUYA-REX
Tickets: coming soonDecember 18th @ Shinjuku RUIDO K4
Tickets: ￥3000 advance/￥3500 same-dayDecember 27th @ Osaka BRAND NEW
Tickets: ￥2800 advance/￥3300 same-day
For more information on the band, make sure to check out their Official Home Page!
Here’s a clip of their new single:
What do you think?
Posted in Blog, Introduction, Lives, New band, New release, News, Release, Tour, Track Listing, Twitter, YouTubeTags: AMARANYX
Introducing: GOA
24
Oct, 2012
Searching for new bands? Look no further!
GOA is a 4-member band who released their first single, 「虹/DISCO」 (Niji/DISCO) on October 13th. They are releasing their first mini-album on December 12th called 「the sun」.
Let’s introduce the band, shall we?
Vo. トヲル (Tohru)
Gt. 亮太 (Ryota)
Ba. ムラカミゴア (Murakami Goa)
Dr. 子雲 (Shiun)
Official Home Page
Ameblo
Twitter
YouTube
Check them out when you get a chance!
Here are the details on their first mini-album, 「the sun」:
Tracklist:
1. Helter Skelter
2. I Like You
3. Nu=ROCK
4. A.
5. The End
6. (No Title)DVD
1. Nu=ROCK (MV)
It will cost ￥3150, and you can purchase or preorder it on CDJapan.
If you’re thinking about seeing them live and in action, you’re in luck!
October 26th @ Ikebukuro EDGE
November 10th @ Nagoya MUSIC FARM
November 11th @ Osaka LIVEHOUSE D’
December 7th @ Tokyo Kouenji Niman Den-atsu
All tickets are ￥3000 advance/￥3500 same-day.
Here’s a little taste of what they sound like:
Their sound is a bit unique, don’t you think?
Posted in Introduction, Lives, New band, New release, News, Release, Tour, Track Listing, Twitter, YouTubeTags: GOA
Introducing: Kharin A.K.
14
Sep, 2012
We have discovered a new band: Kharin A.K.! This Tokyo-based visual kei group is made up of 5 members. They released their first single 「Reincarnation/Star ort」 on August 27th, but sales are only limited to lives for now. Without further ado, let’s introduce the members:
Vo. KATE
Gt. tomi
Gt. ULKI
Ba. CHIHIRO
Dr. HALHI
Kharin A.K. has a few lives scheduled on their very recently launched OHP!
[Halloween Visual Kei Big Event]
October 31st @ Shinjuku HOLIDAY
Tickets: 2500￥[Visualise Presents Vol.3XX]
November 25th @ Ikebukuro CYBER
Tickets: 2500￥[Visualise Movement]
December 27th @ Shibuya O-WEST
Tickets: advance 3000￥/same day 3500￥
Want a sample of their sound? Check out this official YouTube preview:
Source: OHP
Posted in Introduction, Lives, New band, NewsTags: Kharin A.K.
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