L’Arc-en-Ciel 25th L’Anniversary at Tokyo Dome
L'Arc-en-Ciel 25th L'Anniversary LIVE 4.8.2017 L'Arc-en-Ciel has become a household name in Japan since the late 1990's. They've also captured more than a few hearts overseas. The ...
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Interview: Grieva’s Proof of Existence
Our first interview of the new year is with none other than Grieva! We're sure you've at least heard of them before, but in case you haven't, Grieva is a 90's-style visual kei ban ...
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Synk;yet’s Shiori Returns to the Stage as Rino Exits
Last year, bassist Shiori left Synk;yet in order to properly recover from an ongoing medical issue. It's been a little while since we've heard about Shiori...but it look likes his ...
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LEZARD’s New Look, New Sound, and New Frontman
In June of last year, LEZARD's vocalist Lime made his departure from the band. Since then, the band has been searching for a new vocalist. They finally found one, and he's got a s ...
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BugLug’s Issei Makes Recovery, Returns to Scene
Way back in May, BugLug's vocalist Issei took a plunge down the stairs that caused head injuries serious enough that he underwent emergency surgery. After a long and surely arduou ...
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L’Arc-en-Ciel Celebrating 25th Anniversary with Big Shows
Happy L'Anniversary to one of our favorite bands! L'Arc-en-Ciel will officially be celebrating their anniversary with a two-day extravaganza at Tokyo Dome. The 55,000 person capac ...
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Glamhaze to Disband
It only seemed like it was yesterday that we introduced グラムヘイズ (glamhaze) in late December, but now the band has some unfortunate news for their fans. Following the release of the ...
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LUNA SEA’S HOLY KNIGHT
It's a little surprising to realize that LUNA SEA, being veterans of the scene, has never released their own Christmas song. But it looks like the band is going all out with their ...
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Introducing: RAZOR
Here's a new band full of names that you'll probably recognize. RAZOR is a five-member band that will officially kick off activities on November 30th with a one-man show and the r ...
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LIPHLICH’s Full Album, Oneman Tour
Next Wednesday, the 19th, is going to be a big day for visual kei fans, as tons of new releases will be dropping on that day--including LIPHLICH's newest album. LIPHLICH's upcomin ...
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Interview: THE BLACK SWAN’s Black “PERSONA”
THE BLACK SWAN has continued to rise in the ranks of the visual kei industry. After the release of their first full album "OUSIA," they pulled off a successful one-man show in TSU ...
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Introducing: LACK-CO.
We have a new band for you that made their debut this past week! Let's see if you can spot any familiar faces...introducing: LACK-CO. Vo. てんてん (Tenten) Ex. Chemical Pictures, kiss ...
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Arlequin New Look, New Single
Arlequin has updated their website with a new look...and with a new look comes a new release! The band has announced a new maxi single is in the works and will be released on Nove ...
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D Releasing New Album in October
D's new album is just in time for Halloween! On October 26th, D will release their full album "Wonderland Savior." It contains a mix of recent releases and some brand new songs. I ...
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SCAPEGOAT Starts New Chapter with Dirty Single
It's been about two months since SCAPEGOAT's last single release. They're gearing up for another single in two more months, and a "new chapter." On September 14th, SCAPEGOAT will ...
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Become Immortal and Avant Garde with lynch.
lynch. is releasing some live footage from the grand finale of their one-man tour at the end of 2015. "IMMORTALITY," featuring scenes from "DARK DARKER DARKNESS" at Tokyo Dome Cit ...
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Mediena Disbanding this September
Despite releasing their first single 「呪縛」(Jubaku) back in December and their upcoming live schedule, Mediena have made a sudden announcement regarding their status. Released on Ju ...
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the LOTUS Loses Rian
Shortly after the release of their first album "Zoltax" back in April and on the eve of their "ELIZA" oneman tour kicking off this month, the LOTUS have some sad news for fans. On ...
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A9 “TRUTH IN LIGHT AND DARKNESS” Final @ TSUTAYA O-EAST
In April, A9 released their 2nd EP “LIGHT AND DARKNESS,” featuring new music that showcases their brand new sound. To celebrate, they held a nationwide tour with 16 stops titled “ ...
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NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST to Tour Europe in July
It's been a long time coming, but one of visual kei's most anticipated bands is making their European debut. NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST will hit Europe in their first ever European tour ...
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