Lycaon Announcements Galore
25
May, 2013
When Lycaon makes announcements, they sure do know how to do it with flare!
Lycaon announced at their One Man yesterday a barrage of good news! First, as covered in a prior article, Lycaon has moved to a new subsidy of Shimizuya Records, titled VOGUE ENTERTAINMENT. But, along with that announcement comes a few other very important annoucements: Lycaon will be releasing their newest mini-album this September and a celebratory One Man for the new mini-album will happen in October! Of course new mini-albums and One Mans are pretty common, but Lycaon seems to be taking it a step forward and adding some seriously awesome bonuses with the new mini-album and tickets for the live!
The mini-album, titled “マゾヒストレッドサーカス” (Masochist Red Circus) will be released on September 4th in two versions, First Press Box Edition and Regular Edition. The First Press Box Edition runs for ¥4200 and includes not only the CD which comes with 6 tracks and the DVD, but several very special special gifts. These gifts include a special-edition box, special content goods (which have yet to be announced in depth other than that they will be excellent special goods) and most importantly a free invitation ticket to DRUG PARTY 2013. In addition, each copy will come with one of 12 special trading cards. Only a few stores will have this First Press box available (Listed below) and they are limited to only 500 copies. So, it would be best if you’re quick about preordering!
Masochist Red Circus will be available in Regular edition with the same tracklist and DVD for ¥2600. Copies will also come with one of 12 trading cards.
Lycaon First Press Box Edition will be available at the following stores:
fiveStarsNAGOYA
All littleHEARTS. branches
All Puresound branches
All ZEAL LINK branches
All Like an Edison branches
BRAND X
Tokyo CROSS CAT
Niigata RIP
Shizuoka Ash-LD’50
Hokkaido ONGAKUDOKORO
Fukuoka SKULLROSE
Hiroshima Magical Square
Okinawa Takara Records
Their One Man, titled “MASOCHIST RED CIRCUS” will take place on October 6th at Takadanobaba AREA. Tickets will cost ¥3500/¥4500 (plus a ¥500 drink fee) with doors opening at 17:00.
Tickets A~ will be available through pre-order from June 24nd to July 22th through VOGUE Entertainment. In addition to receiving a better ticket, you will receive one of three special gifts with your Ticket (An autographed photo, a special cheki, and other goods that are not available for sale.) You can find out more information on their website for how to reserve your ticket! Please note that there is an additional fee for shipping and handling. You will need to be in Japan to pre-order your tickets this way, as it requires sending money through the Japanese Post.
LYCAON Mini-Album RELEASE One Man
MASOCHIST RED CIRCUS
10/6 @ Takadanobaba AREA
Ticket: ¥3500/¥4500
Time: 17:00/17:30
A~ Tickets available through Pre-order
B~ Tickets available through e+ on 6/1
And as one last little note (thank you to our reader, Katie, for throwing this piece of news our way!) it seems that Rito has had a bit of a… change of heart? Well, at least a change of name! Rito is no more! According to their website and his new Ameblo, Rito’s name has changed to 零 (Zero). So, don’t fear–you can still follow your favorite guitarist at his new Ameblo. Note that his twitter has not changed.
So, what do you guys think? Are you excited about all this news for Lycaon? And is anyone planning on grabbing a copy of the mini-album or attending the One Man? If so, leave your opinions in the comments below!
When we have more information about the track list or any updates, we will let you know! So, remember to check back often.
Source: Ameblo, OHP
Posted in Mini Album, Name Change, OnemanTags: Lycaon
D’ERLANGER’s New Album
22
May, 2013
D’ERLANGER’s sixth full-length album, “#Sixx,” was released today in Japan as the first album the band has put out in about four years. The CD comes in two types and can easily be picked up from CDJapan. Buyers will receive a limited postcard with each purchase of the CD.
“#Sixx” Limited Edition CD+DVD – ￥3500
CD Track List
1. XXiS
2. MY BLOODY BURROUGHS POEM
3. CAVALLARO
4. Beast in Me
5. My lips to overlip your lips
6. Candy in the shape of you
7. Crimson Crow
8. Dance naked, Under the moonlight.
9. IS THIS LOVE
10. the end of edenDVD Track List
DVD is footage of a special live recorded on April 16, 2013 without an audience.
1. LULLABY
2. Zakuro
3. Beast in Me“#Sixx” Regular Edition – ￥3000
Track List
1. XXiS
2. MY BLOODY BURROUGHS POEM
3. CAVALLARO
4. Beast in Me
5. My lips to overlip your lips
6. Candy in the shape of you
7. Crimson Crow
8. Dance naked, Under the moonlight.
9. IS THIS LOVE
10. the end of eden
To commemorate the release, the band is also going on a tour of the same name. A pre-reserve ticket period will open up through Ticket Pia on Monday, May 27th and end on Monday, June 3rd. General sales begin June 15th.
July 13th (Sat) @ Nagoya BOTTOM LINE
July 15th (Mon) @ Osaka BIGCAT
July 20th (Sat) @ Sendai darwin
July 21st (Sun) @ HEAVEN’S ROCK Utsunomiya
July 27th (Sat) @ Niigata GOLDEN PIGS RED
July 28th (Sun) @ Kanazawa EIGHT HALL
August 2nd (Fri) @ Hiroshima Namiki Junction
August 3rd (Sat) @ Kouchi X-pt.
August 10th (Sat) @ Fukuoka DRUM Be-1
August 16th (Fri) @ Sapporo cube garden
August 31st (Sat) @ HEAVEN’S ROCK Saitama Shintoshin
September 1st (Sun) @ Takasaki Club FLEEZE
September 7th (Sat) @ Kashiwa PALOOZA
September 8th (Sun) @ Mito Lighthouse
September 16th (Mon) @ Shinagawa Stella Hall
Tickets for the tour will cost ￥6000 yen. Premium seating tickets are also available for ￥10,000 yen for the Shinagawa show, though they are fan club-only tickets.
Source: OHP
Posted in New release, Tour, YouTubeTags: D'ERLANGER
Elektel Shiki’s First Mini Album & New Single
21
May, 2013
ヱレキテル式 (Elektel Shiki), whom originally intended their first mini album to be released on May 25th, have announced that the sale date has been pushed back to next month. However, we have full details on the release, as well as their new single!
「アングララカルチャー「概論版」- ￥1000
1. アングララカルチャー (Angura Culture)
2. academism
3. メトロムジカ「奇奏する鍵盤」(Metro Majika “Kisou suru Genban”)
Their second release, 「アングララカルチャー処方箋」 (Angura Culture Shohousen) will now be released on June 5th, and come with seven tracks, and like the previous single, come with one of five trading cards.
「アングララカルチャー処方箋」- ￥2500
1. ひきこもりこうしんきよく-intro- (Hikikomori Koushinkyoku -intro-)
2. 処方箋。(Shohousen.)
3. マーキュロと規則的なSysRq(処方箋ver.) (Mercurochrome to Kisokuteki na SysRq [Shohousen ver.])
4. アングララカルチャー(処方箋ver.) (Angura Culture [Shohousen ver.])
5. 6㍉
6. 鬱棘(処方箋ver.) (Utsutoge [Shohousen ver.])
7. せんちめんたる常用(処方箋ver.) (Sentimental Jouyou [Shohousen ver.])
You can purchase both at the above links through CDJapan; first press on both is already sold out! Also, check out a two minute preview of their latest song.
Source: OHP
Posted in New release, Single, Track ListingTags: Elektel-shiki
An Cafe’s New Single and Massive Tour
21
May, 2013
Back in April, we mentioned that An Cafe would be kicking off three months of consecutive releases starting this June. Today, they’ve updated with more details on their first single of the three!
「Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～」Limited Edition – ￥1680
1. Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～
2. テケスタ光線～アンチエイジングver～ (Tekesuta Kousen -Anti Aging Version-)
3. Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～ -Instrumental-
4. テケスタ光線～アンチエイジングver～ -Instrumental-
DVD
Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～ -Music Video
爆笑!? (Bakushou) SMA LEAGUE Cafe1-GP 2013
「Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～」Regular Edition – ￥1200
1. Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～
2. テケスタ光線～アンチエイジングver～ (Tekesuta Kousen -Anti Aging Version-)
3. Bee Myself Bee Yourself ～自分らしく君らしく生まれたストーリー始まってんだ～ -Instrumental-
4. テケスタ光線～アンチエイジングver～ -Instrumental-
Secondly, we finally have dates for their currently ongoing tour, “NYAPPY GO ROUND キミノマチ (Kimi no Machi).” Seven lives have already taken place, but don’t worry, there’s still a ton left! All lives will cost ￥3910 to attend, save for the tour final, which will cost ￥6500.
10th Anniversary year LIVE CAFE “48″ Prefecture TOUR 「NYAPPY GO AROUND キミノマチ (Kimi no Machi)」
04.21 Shibuya AX
04.27 Saitama HEAVEN’S ROCK Kumagaya
04.28 Takasaki club FLEEZ
04.29 Tochigi HEAVEN’S ROCK Utsunomiya
05.03 Yokohama BAYSIS
05.04 Kashiwa PALOOZA
05.05 Mito Lighthouse
05.24 Koriyama CLUB #9
05.05 Akita Club SWINDLE
05.26 Morioka CLUB CHANGE WAVE
06.09 Okinawa Sakurazaka Central
06.21 Yamagata Music Showa Session
06.22 Aomori Quarter
06.25 Sapporo cube garden
06.27 Niigata Live Hall GOLDEN PIGS RED STAGE
06.28 Nagano CLUB JUNKBOX
06.29 Kofu KAZOO HALL
07.05 Kanazawa AZ
07.06 Toyama SOUL POWER
07.07 Fukui CHOP
07.12 Matsue canova
07.13 Yonago laughs
07.15 Shunan LIVE rise
07.17 Hiroshima Cave-Be
07.18 Okayama IMAGE
07.20 Takamatsu DIME
07.21 Tokushima club GRINDHOUSE
07.23 Kouchi X-pt.
07.24 Matsuyama Salon Kitty
07.26 Yokkaichi CLUB CHAOS
07.27 Gifu CLUB-G
07.28 Hamamatsu Madowaku
08.03 Saga GEILS
08.04 Nagasaki DRUM Be-7
08.06 Kagoshima SR HALL
08.08 Miyazaki SR BOX
08.10 Ooita DRUM Be-0
08.11 Kumamoto Be-9 V2
08.14 Nagoya E.L.L
08.16 Nara Neverland
08.17 Shiga U-STONE
08.18 Wakayama GATE
08.24 Kyoto MUSE
08.25 Mito VARIT
08.31 Sendai darwin
09.06 Osaka BIG-CAT
09.15 Fukuoka DRUM Be-1
TOUR FINAL 「ニャッピー県」(Nyappy Prefecture)
01.04 Nippon Budokan
Once more about their next two singles is released, we’ll let you know! For now, check out this short preview of their latest music video!
Source: OHP
Posted in New release, Single, Tour, Track ListingTags: Antic Cafe
ALSDEAD’s Upcoming Summer Single and One Man
21
May, 2013
We’ve been rather quiet about ALSDEAD as of late, but that hasn’t stopped the band from making several good announcements within the last week!
At their sponsored live event on May 12th, ALSDEAD announced they will be releasing a new single this summer, as well as having a One Man at Ikebukuro Edge on August 23rd.
There is currently no new information about the upcoming single despite its planned release during the Summer of 2013, but a little more information has been released on their upcoming One Man!
8/23 @ Ikebukuro EDGE
ALSDEAD ONE MAN
-Beautiful Tripper-
Start: 18:30/19:00
Ticket: ¥3000/¥3500
The date of the start of ticket sales has yet to be released, so check back with us often for updates on both the One Man and the new single.
In addition, ALSDEAD announced a very special Collector’s Item that they began selling at their Sponsored event! The item is a collaboration with Pureblack Gothic Labo and is the pinkie ring worn by Maki with his most recent costume.
The ring is available on Gothic Labo’s webshop or available at ALSDEAD lives, though if you want one be quick as they are stocked in very limited quantities!
So, what do you think about the upcoming release? Excited? Drop us your opinion in the comments below!
Posted in Collaboration, Costumes, New release, Oneman, SingleTags: ALSDEAD
VAMPS News
21
May, 2013
When VAMPS makes news, they really make news. We have three big announcements for you readers today.
First, VAMPS has been chosen as one of the performers in this year’s MTV Video Music Awards Japan! They’ll be rocking along with acts like Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Momoiro CloverZ, and TLC! It will be broadcast on June 23rd at 20:00 (JST).
If you are currently in Japan and have an address here, you can apply to win a free ticket to the performance on June 22nd here! It takes place at the Makuhari Messe Event Hall. The application period ends on May 31st at 17:00. 250 winners will be notified by e-mail and tickets will be send to their address.
Second, VAMPS has announced another “BEAST PARTY” for 2013! This time, it’s called “BEAST ON THE BEACH.” It takes place on August 10th and 11th at Yamanashi Prefecture’s Yamanakako Communication Plaza Kirara. The show opens at 16:00 and starts at 17:30, but the area is open from 9:00-21:00.
Regular standing tickets are 6660yen (7160yen same day). But, if you are a VAMPADDICT or HYDE Room member, you have the option to purchase a special standing ticket. For 8500yen, you also get a soft drink bar ticket and an official BEAST PARTY towel. Pre-order for VAMPADDICTs is from May 23-28th. HYDE Room’s pre-sale starts on May 29th and ends on June 3rd. The Pia Pre-reserve is from June 10-16th. Finally, regular sales begin on June 29th.
More information on details like a tour bus & overnight package will come soon.
We’ve come to our last newsflash from VAMPS!
On July 3rd, VAMPS will be releasing a double A-side single called “AHEAD/REPLAY.” It comes in three versions: Type A (1600yen) contains the “AHEAD” Official MV, while Type B (also 1600yen) includes the MV for “REPLAY.” The Regular Version is 1200yen. You can place an order for any copy at CDJapan.
“AHEAD” has been chosen as the theme song for Sony Mobile Communication’s new Xperia Smartphone! Check out the CM below before (or after) you pre-order your copy. HYDE the man appears himself (in glasses, too!):
Source: OHP, VAMPS Official Facebook
Rainman’s New Single
20
May, 2013
We certainly haven’t talked about レインマン (Rainman) here in a long while. Recently, they announced they’d be releasing a new single, and today they’ve updated with a new look and more details.
「梅雨盤２」- ￥500
1. 冷たい雨 (Tsumetai Ame)
2. シニカルメモリー (Cynical Memory)
They also have three lives currently planned for the month of June.
06.13 Takadanobaba Area // AREA 16th Anniversary “NO613-ZE”
With: Sick2, Elektel Shiki, Gagagaga, FULL EFFECT, LakuGaki
Cost: ￥3000 (￥3500 day of)
06.21 Ikebukuro EDGE // ViSULOG PRESENTS「HYSTERIC CIRCUS vol.6」
With: PLUNKLOCK, L&DS, Revolv, 「xxx」is D￡AD, Zelktage
Cost: ￥3000 (￥3500 day of)
06.27 Shibuya STAR LOUNGE // CЯOWN×CГOWN presents『reflection of desire ＧＯＬＤ ~Shibuya Zettai Yuuhei Kuiki~ vol.18
With: Airish, Alaids, Euphoria, SPELLBOX, Black Klaxon, llll-Ligro-
Cost: ￥3500 (￥4000 day of)
Source: OHP
Posted in New releaseTags: Rainman
New Single for Baddies
19
May, 2013
News from 花少年バディーズ (Hana Shounen Baddies) today! They’ll be releasing their latest single this July, and they’ll also be hosting a short oneman tour this fall.
「ブギウギ」Limited Type A – ￥1575
1. ブギウギ (Boogie Woogie)
2. ベーコンレタスチーズバーガー (Bacon Lettuce Cheeseburger)
3. 少年[B]チェンジ(不良品種Edit) (Shounen [B] Change (Furyouhinshu Edit)「ブギウギ」Limited Type B – ￥1575
1. ブギウギ (Boogie Woogie)
2. ベーコンレタスチーズバーガー (Bacon Lettuce Cheeseburger)
3. MIKADUKI (不良品種Edit) (Furyouhinshu Edit)
Secondly, they’ll beholding a short three-stop solo tour, each venue hosting two days. Tickets will cost ￥3500 (￥4000) day of to attend, save for the tour final, which will cost ￥3800 (￥4300). Presale through BadEggBox will begin on June 28th through July 8th, and general sale starts on August 31st.
Hana Shounen Baddies Fall 2013 Tour “Boys dance BoogieWoogie”
09.28 HOLIDAY NEXT Nagoya
09.29 HOLIDAY NEXT Nagoya
10.19 Osaka FANJ Twice
10.20 Osaka FANJ Twice
TOUR FINAL 「たのしくはじけてなおかつせつなくやさしいライブ」(Tanoshiku wa Jikete na Okatsusetsu naku Yasashii Live)
11.03 Shibuya WWW
Source: OHP
Posted in New release, TourTags: Baddies
Second Mini Album for Umbrella
19
May, 2013
umbrella, whom will be attending Anime North this coming weekend with Awoi, and are still at Otafest 2013 in Calgary today, have announced they’ll be rereleasing their second mini album this July.
「モノクローム(黒)」- ￥3150
1. セカイノオワルヲト (Sekai no Owaruwoto)
2. 風穴 (Kazaana)
3. ワスレナグサ (Wasurenagusa)
4. モノクローム (Monochrome)
5. 太陽光線 (Taiyou Kousen)
6. 微熱 (Binetsu)
7. LoV
8. 風見鶏 (Kazamidori)
DVD:
“LoV” Music Video
Did any of you see them perform at Otafest? Are you planning on attending Anime North this weekend? Let us know how it went!
Source: OHP
Posted in New releaseTags: umbrella
Updates from THE GALLO
19
May, 2013
Having just celebrated their fourth anniversary earlier this month, THE GALLO is alive and kicking, making more and more magazine appearances and gaining more traction as they move ahead at full speed. There’s a lot for their fans to look forward to this summer and fall!
First, the band will be holding their biggest self-sponsored one-man live this year on June 8th — “Shin ・ Kokkei Sensen Fukoku” — to celebrate vocalist Jojo’s birthday. Tickets are on sale for the live, which will take place at Ikebukuro EDGE. There are three bonuses for attendees!
- A free distribution DVD just for attending
- The one-and-only chance to purchase the limited release, “Maou -kyousou-”, for ￥1000
- A chance to take a picture with the band (attendees must provide their own camera)
Members of the band have hinted at new costumes to come soon — though it may be ambitious to expect them at the June show — as well as an announcement to be made at the live. A limited birthday stamp rally will launch at THE GALLO’s June 8th live as well; fans will be given a stamp card with which they can collect a prize this autumn if they manage to attend birthday lives for Jojo, guitarist Wajou, and drummer Kaede and receive stamps for their patronage. The prize has not yet been announced.
Perhaps even bigger news than such an exciting live comes from a recent issue of V-splash, the first place in which THE GALLO officially announced that they will be releasing their first full-length album in the autumn! There are no further details, but June may bring more information regarding this release as well.
Though known for not being particularly active in summer months, the band has a couple of upcoming event lives in Tokyo.
June 22nd (Sat) @ Shibuya REX
Lin 3rd ANNIVERSARY & Indefinite Hiatus Sponsored Event “Obscure Ideal ~Judgement of fortune~”July 9th (Tue) @ Ikebukuro EDGE
rivabook presents [NEW Innovator]July 19th (Fri) @ Ikebukuro EDGE
ViSULOG PRESENTS “HYSTERIC CIRCUS vol. 7″September 7th (Sat) – details to come
Kaede’s birthday liveSeptember 14th (Sat) – details to come
Wajou’s birthday live
Source: OHP, Jojo’s blog
Posted in Lives, New release, NewsTags: THE GALLO
Serial⇔NUMBER’s New Bassist, Consecutive Releases
19
May, 2013
About a week ago, Serial⇔NUMBER’s own Yui casually announced on his blog that support bassist Ryou has officially joined the band!
Ryou
Bass
Birthday: 10/28
Blood Type: O
Officially four members strong, putting out three months of consecutive releases this summer. Each release is a double A-side single, meaning that each single will have two title tracks. The first, released on May 10th, is called 「琉海道夢／DENKI GIRL」 (“Ryuukaidoumu / DENKI GIRL”), costs ￥1,260, contains a DVD — and is limited to 100 serialized copies. Unfortunately, the CD is limited to live sales.
There isn’t much information about the upcoming singles, but at least the dates have been decided –
June 21 @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
July 24 @ Ikebukuro EDGE
Though we can only assume that each single will be limited to lives, it appears that copies won’t be limited to one day, but available until they sell out. With that in mind, there are several upcoming chances to see Serial⇔NUMBER this spring and summer, with more sure to come!
May 23rd (Thu) @ Ikebukuro EDGE
rivabook presents [NEW Innovator]May 28th (Tue) @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
KR.planing presents [KR Planning vol.2]June 1st (Sat) @ Nagoya HOLIDAY NEXT
SCAPEGOAT presents NEW SINGLE “COUNT D[a]WN” RELEASE Countrywide TOUR [9]June 2nd (Sun) @ Ash OSAKA
SCAPEGOAT presents NEW SINGLE “COUNT D[a]WN” RELEASE Countrywide TOUR [9]June 4th (Tue) @ Hakata DRUM Be-1
SCAPEGOAT presents NEW SINGLE “COUNT D[a]WN” RELEASE Countrywide TOUR [9]June 10th (Mon) @ Shinyokohama NEW SIDE BEACH
SCAPEGOAT presents NEW SINGLE “COUNT D[a]WN” RELEASE Countrywide TOUR [9]June 21st (Fri) @ Ikebukuro BlackHole
Serial⇔NUMBER presents Three-Month Consecutive Double A-side Single Release Number 2 Commemorative Sponsored LiveJuly 24th (Wed) @ Ikebukuro EDGE
Serial⇔NUMBER presents memorial day [8]
Source: vkdb, Yui’s blog, OHP
Posted in Lives, New member, New releaseTags: Serial Number
News from Vistlip
18
May, 2013
News from vistlip today! Not only will they be embarking on a oneman tour this July, but they’ve also announced they’ll be releasing their third full album!
Along with that release, on May 29th, they’ll also be dropping a live DVD! You can purchase “vistlip oneman live FBA 2013/2/1 Tokyo International Forum Hall A” in two versions, a Limited Edition including live footage as well as a tour digest for ￥7140, and a Regular Edition containing just the footage from the live, for ￥4935. Both can be ordered on CDJapan. Some first press editions are still available!
They’ve also announced a new oneman tour for the summer! “[sequence of chronograph]” will take place through the latter half of July, and all lives will cost ￥4500 (￥5000 day of) to attend. Tickets are currently on sale.
vistlip oneman live tour [sequence of chronograph]
07.17 Sendai darwin
07.19 Sapporo PENNY LANE 24
07.24 Nagoya DIAMOND HALL
07.25 Nanba Hatch
07.28 Fukuoka Drum LOGOS
07.31 Shibuya Public Hall
We’ll keep you updated on the album as more becomes available!
Source: OHP
Posted in New release, TourTags: vistlip
GACKT Best of the Best vol.1 MILD & WILD
17
May, 2013
In the midst of his first solo tour in 4 years, GACKT has announced the release of not one, but two best-of albums!
They are respectively titled “MILD” and “WILD”. Tracklists have not been released yet, but we already have details on editions, prices, and pre-order sites. All editions are set to be released on July 3rd, just one day before GACKT’s birthday!
MILD and WILD will be released in three editions: regular, special, and Blu-ray. The regular editions of both MILD and WILD costs 3150yen. The special edition contains a CD+DVD and costs 4410yen. Lastly, the CD+Blu-ray edition costs 5040yen.
In addition, limited edition box sets will be released. The 2CD+2DVD edition costs 12,075yen. It includes both MILD and WILD, a booklet, 10 cards, and a sticker. The 2CD+2Blu-ray version will cost you 13,650yen. Limited editions are already close to being sold out, so pre-order them fast!
Here are some CD Japan pre-order links for you:
MILD (Regular)
MILD (CD+DVD)
MILD (CD+Blu-ray)
WILD (Regular)
WILD (CD+DVD)
WILD (CD+Blu-ray)
Limited Edition MILD & WILD (2CD+2DVD)
Limited Edition MILD & WILD (2CD+2Blu-ray)
As cover art and tracklists are revealed, count on S-T to keep you updated.
Source: OHP
Posted in New releaseTags: Gackt
Black Gene For the Next Scene: The Grand Update
17
May, 2013
As some of you readers might have noticed, the site has been a bit stagnant lately. As such, we have fallen behind on updates for a few bands.
Therefore, this shall be deemed Black Gene For the Next Scene: The Grand Update!
First, the band is releasing not only their first album, but also a new maxi single.
The maxi single, “CHANGE TO CHANCE,” will be released on July 24th. (There’s an exciting bit of news with this in an upcoming article, so stay tuned!) It will be released in two types.
Their first album is titled 「Dance to Rave ～脳内シェイクなsong達～」 (Dance to Rave ~nounai shake na song tachi~). It will be released in three types on August 28th.
Details on both the album and maxi single have not been released yet; check back in a few days!
What we can give for you now is a list of planned in-store events for each release:
“CHANGE TO CHANCE” In-Store Events
July 24th @ Like an Edison Shinjuku (19:00~)
July 25th @ Jishuban Club (19:00~)
July 26th @ ZEAL LINK Shibuya (19:00~)
July 27th @ little HEARTS. Shinjuku (14:00~)
July 27th @ BRAND X (19:00~)
July 28th @ little HEARTS. Sendai (14:00~)
July 29th @ Niigata R.I.P (19:00~)
August 3rd @ Like an Edison Nagoya (14:00~)
August 8th @ Fukuoka SKULL ROSE (14:00~)
August 10th @ ZEAL LINK Osaka (14:00~)
August 10th @ Like an Edison Osaka (18:00~)
August 17th @ Nagoya FIVE STAR (14:00~)「Dance to Rave ～脳内シェイクなsong達～」 In-Store Events
August 31st @ little HEARTS. Shinjuku (14:00~)
August 31st @ Like an Edison Shinjuku (18:00~)
September 1st @ BRAND X (17:00~)
September 7th @ ZEAL LINK Shibuya (18:00~)
September 8th @ Jishuban Club (18:00~)
September 14th @ Sapporo Ongakudokoro (17:00~)
September 20th @ Fukuoka SKULL ROSE (19:00~)
September 22nd @ Like an Edison Osaka (18:00~)
September 27th @ little HEARTS. Sendai (19:00~)
October 12th @ ZEAL LINK Osaka (18:00~)
October 13th @ Nagoya FIVE STAR (20:00~)
October 14th @ Like an Edison Nagoya (12:00~)
More details will be announced in the next few days.
Next up on our list, we have Black Gene’s upcoming oneman tour.
September 15th @ Sapporo COLONY
September 16th @ Sapporo COLONY
September 21st @ Hakata DRUM-SON
September 23rd @ Osaka RUIDO
September 28th @ Sendai MACANA
September 29th @ Aomori SUNSHINE
October 14th @ Nagoya ell.SIZE
October 20th @ Kanazawa vanvan v4
–TOUR FINAL: 『脳内シェイクな君達と死ぬまでDance to Rave』 (Nounai shake na kimitachi to shinu made Dance to Rave)–
November 10th @ Ebisu LIQUID ROOM
Ticket: 3000yen
Aside from all of these releases, events, and tours, Black Gene has finally set up an official blog!
You can visit it here.
Finally, a bit of fun news.
As I’m sure a lot of you already know, fans at Japanese concerts like to do what they call 振付 (furitsuke), which roughly translates to “choreography.” Usually, the fans will create it themselves or improvise based on cues from the band members. Black Gene, however, has set their own rules for the game by making their own furitsuke videos!
First up, we have 「桜乱トランスdestiny」 (Sakura ran trance destiny)
Then we have 「獄彩夢」:
If you’re planning on going to a Black Gene live in Japan, don’t forget to practice, practice, practice!
Keep checking the site for more Black Gene updates…
Source: OHP
Posted in Instore, Lives, New release, News, Oneman, Release, TourTags: Black Gene For the Next Scene
Jupiter’s Debut Single
17
May, 2013
If you’ve been waiting to hear more from Jupiter, wait no longer!
On July 24th, the 5-member group will release their debut single, “Blessing of the Future” via Universal Music.
It will be released in two types: a Deluxe Edition and a Regular Edition.
Jupiter – “Blessing of the Future” Deluxe Edition – 2900yen
CD
1. Blessing of the Future
2. ARIA
3. SHOUT YOUR DESIRE
DVD
1. Blessing of the Future PV
2. Blessing of the Future Making OfJupiter – “Blessing of the Future” Regular Edition – 1280yen
CD
1. Blessing of the Future
2. ARIA
3. SHOUT YOUR DESIRE
Hurry and pre-order your copies at CDJapan!
If you’re more interested in seeing them live, check out one of their upcoming shows:
May 26th “stylish Wave Generation” @ Akasaka BLITZ
With: PENICILLIN / 168-one sixty eight- / 己龍 (Kiryu) / GOTCHAROCKA / DIAURA / MEJIBRAY
Ticket: 5500yen (6000yen same day)June 6th “Domestic Alien Vol. 2″ @ SHIBUYA-REX
With: METEOROID/ PIECE / GALEYD / Neverland / ALIVE / Sick2
Ticket: 3000yen (3500yen same day)June 19th “Ultimate Stupid Party” @ SHIBUYA-REX
With: GALEYD / METEOROID / Signal / BLACK LINE / SUPER BOYS /「xxx」is D￡AD / （O.A.）precious hearts
Ticket: 3000yen (3500yen same day)July 13th @ SHIBUYA-REX
(details TBA)August 9th “Kaya presents 『ソドムの晩餐 -Decadence TABOO-』” (Sodomu no bansan -Decadence TABOO-) @ Shibuya O-WEST
With: Kaya / aki / DER ZIBET / KEN.MORIOKA（ex.SOFT BALLET）
Ticket: 4000yen (4500yen same day)
Also, on August 29th, Jupiter will be having a live event in commemoration of their formation. Ticket sales start on June 15th.
August 29th “The Wishing Ceremony” @ Ebisu LIQUID ROOM
With: 摩天楼オペラ (Matenrou Opera)/12012/Art Cube/NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST /and more
Ticket: 4000yen
Stay tuned for more details and cover art on their debut major single!
Source: OHP
Posted in Event, Featuring, Lives, Major, New release, News, Release, Track ListingTags: 12012, 168 -one sixty eight-, aki, ALIVE, Art Cube, 「xxx」is d￡ad, BLACK LINE, DIAURA, GALEYD, GOTCHAROCKA, Jupiter, KAYA, Kiryu, Matenrou Opera, MEJIBRAY, METEOROID, neverland, NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST, PENICILLIN, PIECE, precious hearts, Sick2, Signal, super boys
More on Jackman’s New Album
15
May, 2013
News from Jackman today! Back in April we announced that they’d be releasing their first full album, and today they’ve updated with more details!
“GIGA” Limited Edition – ￥6300
1. 蛍 (Hotaru)
2. すいすい (Suisui)
3. 麻倉露波 (Asakura Tsuyunami)
4. NOTハレルヤ (NOT Hallelujah)
5. 新、五右衛門 (Shin, Goemon)
6. 錦鯉 (Nishikigoi)
7. change the life
8. ナナシ (Nanashi)
9. 陽の昇る場所 (You no Noboru Basho)
10. 偽我 (Giga)
DVD:
Footage from oneman live at Osaka MUSE, 2013.3.22
1. SE
2. LIVE maniac
3. 餓鬼 (Gaki)
4. 無修正アイドル (Mushuusei Idol)
5. 一秒 (Ichibyou)
6. Crow-Claw
7. 江戸を斬る (Edo wo Kiru)
8. 執政プロローグ (Shissei Prologue)
9. 平成B型 (Heisei B Kata)
10. ファンタジスタ (Fantasy Star)
11. G線上の歌姫 (G Senjou no Utahime)
12. nue
13. マイン (Mine)
14. Miracle World
15. 蓮 (Hasu)
“GIGA” Regular Edition – ￥3150
1. 蛍 (Hotaru)
2. すいすい (Suisui)
3. 麻倉露波 (Asakura Tsuyunami)
4. NOTハレルヤ (NOT Hallelujah)
5. 新、五右衛門 (Shin, Goemon)
6. 錦鯉 (Nishikigoi)
7. change the life
8. ナナシ (Nanashi)
9. 陽の昇る場所 (You no Noboru Basho)
10. G線上の歌姫 (G Senjou no Utahime)
11. 偽我 (Giga)
You’ll also be able to attend the following instore events. To attend the ones before the release date, you must have a reservation ticket showing you’ve pre ordered the album. Tokyo Quartet will be joining in the first two sessions.
05.02 Fukuoka SKULL ROSE (14:30 start)
05.05 little HEARTS. Sendai (14:30 start)
05.06 little HEARTS. Shinjuku (14:00 start)
05.09 fiveStars Nagoya (14:30 start)
05.10 Visual Cafe SEVEN (Shinsaibashi) (15:00 start)
06.15 Osaka ZEAL LINK (13:00 start)
06.15 Like an Edison Osaka (17:00 start)
06.20 Like an Edison Nagoya (15:30 start)
06.22 Like an Edison Tokyo (15:00 start)
06.22 Like an Edison Shinjuku (17:00 start)
06.26 Hamamatsu Ash-LD’50 (14:30 start)
Source: Planet Child Music Blog
Posted in Instore, New release, Track ListingTags: Jackman
MERRY Restarts Activities
14
May, 2013
Back in February, Merry went on hiatus due to the concern of the health of vocalist Gara.
Today, the band announced their official revival in August 2013!
On August 10th, Merry will hold an outdoor live at Hibiya Park Daiongakudou titled “devour act 2~拝啓、最モ臭イ遊戯 絶望ノ窓カラ闇二降ル星…貪リ食ウ夢” (devour act 2~haikei, motto mo kusai yuugi zetsubou no mado kara yami ni furu hoshi…musaborikuu yume). The event is all seated, and tickets cost 5000yen (6000yen same-day).
Seating priority for tickets will be in the following order: CORE -> ONLINE -> Official Site -> regular.
The ONLINE (mobile site) pre-order starts from today (May 14th) and goes until May 30th. CORE members can pre-order tickets from May 27th~June 4th. The official site pre-order starts on May 31st and ends on June 6th. Finally, regular ticket sales begin on June 29th.
But, that’s not all!
MERRY has also decided to remake and re-release a single from their indies era, 「窓 -replay-」 (Mado -replay-).Sales are limited to CORE members and those attending their their August 10th show. It only costs 1000yen, but stock is limited, so get one as soon as you get to the live!
Also limited to the upcoming live will be an original hooded towel designed by Gara. Pre-order for CORE members is set to begin in early June. If you want to have a chance at getting these, sign up for CORE before May 20th!
More on BORN’s New Singles
13
May, 2013
Back in February we talked about BORN’s new two-month consecutive campaign, and recently they’ve updated with more details, along with instores!
“HONESTY” Limited Edition – ￥2625
1. HONESTY
2. 華… (Hana…)
DVD
LIVE TOUR 2013 “Devilish of the PUNK” at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO 2.23
1. Vermin’s cry
2. BLASTED ANIMALS
3. 剥愛のスローモーション (Hakuai no Slow Motion)
4. モザイク (Mosaic)
“HONESTY” Regular Edition – ￥1575
1. HONESTY
2. 華… (Hana…)
3. BODY
“MOTHER” Limited Edition – ￥2625
1. MOTHER
2. 嫌 (Iya)
DVD
LIVE TOUR 2013 “Devilish of the PUNK” at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO 2.23
1. RED DESIRE
2. Devilish of the PUNK
3. MAD whistle
4. Dammit!!!!!
“MOTHER” Regular Edition – ￥1575
1. MOTHER
2. 嫌 (Iya)
3. -&-
Their live DVD, costing ￥4200, “BORN THIS WAY -LIVE & DOCUMENT from TOUR 2013 ‘Devilish of the PUNK’” will be released on May 29th, featuring footage from all stops of the tour from January to February. First press copies from CDJapan will come with a special postcard, so order fast! There’s only two copies left for first press!
If you purchased any of the preceding, you’ll be able to attend their upcoming instore series, starting in June.
06.19 Fukuoka SKULL ROSE (17:00 start)
06.21 Osaka ZEAL LINK (18:00 start)
06.24 Nagoya fiveStars (18:00 start)
06.27 little HEARTS. Sendai (16:00 start)
06.29 Sapporo Music Shop Ongaku Dokoro (15:00 start)
07.03 Brand X (18:30 start)
07.10 Jishuban Club (18:00 start)
07.13 Shinjuku ZEAL LINK (13:00 start)
07.13 Shibuya ZEAL LINK (16:30 start)
We also mentioned their latest tour last time! To reiterate, it will be titled “BREAK BASTARD CITY,” and all tickets will cost ￥3800 (￥4200 day of) to attend, except for the tour final, which will cost ￥3990 (￥4500 day of.) Tickets for each show began May 11th, and the tour final will go on sale on June 8th.
BORN LIVE TOUR 2013 “BREAK BASTARD CITY”
06.12 Meguro Rock Maykan
06.16 Shin Yokohama NEW SIDE BEACH!! (formerly Sunphonix Hall)
06.20 Hakata DRUM SON
06.22 Osaka MUSE
06.23 Nagoya ell.FITS ALL
06.26 Sendai MACANA
06.30 Sapporo KRAPS HALL
TOUR FINAL
07.07 Ebisu LIQUID ROOM
They’ve also linked a special announcement and comment video on their OHP, so check it out below!
Source: OHP
Posted in Instore, New release, Tour, Track Listing, YouTubeTags: born
New B-Side Album for LM.C
9
May, 2013
LM.C, whom after having released their single “DOUBLE DRAGON” last year, have announced more details on their new coupling album!
“B-Side BEST!!” – ￥2500
1. 激FANFARE【未発表新曲】(Geki FANFARE [Unreleased Track])
2. @FUNNY PHANTOM@
3. mR. century
4. Haunted House make a Secret
5. marble-s
6. maple leaf
7. Tiny Circus
8. …with VAMPIRE
9. DAYS
10. ningyo no namida
11. A Blueberry Night
12. YASHA姫 (YASHA Hime)
13. BAD SPIDER
14. Shibuya Cantabile
Bonus Track
15. ★Rock the LM.C★ by RUN LM.C
16. No Fun, No Future by THE MAD LM.C
17. MAD or DIE. by THE MAD LM.C
Also, don’t forget about their upcoming 2013 live tour “STRONG SIDE vs POP SIDE” this July, and it’s coming up fast! Tickets are already on sale, and many of the venues are already sold out! To reiterate, you can check out the tour dates that are still available below.
LM.C LIVE TOUR 2013 -STRONG SIDE vs POP SIDE-
7.11 Mito VARIT. (STRONG SIDE)
7.13 Takamatsu DIME (POP SIDE)
7.14 Matsuyama Salon Kitty (STRONG SIDE)
7.16 Kumamoto DRUM Be-9 V2 (POP SIDE)
7.18 Fukuoka DRUM Be-1 (STRONG SIDE)
7.20 Okayama IMAGE (POP SIDE)
7.21 Hiroshima Namiki Junction (STRONG SIDE)
7.23 KYOTO MUSE (POP SIDE)
7.27 Nagoya Bottom Line (STRONG SIDE)
7.28 Esaka MUSE (POP SIDE) THANK YOU SOLD OUT!!
8.07 Sapporo Kraps Hall (STRONG SIDE)
8.08 Sapporo Kraps Hall (POP SIDE)
8.10 Sendai MACANA (STRONG SIDE) THANK YOU SOLD OUT!!
8.11 Sendai MACANA (POP SIDE) THANK YOU SOLD OUT!!
8.13 Mito LIGHT HOUSE (STRONG SIDE)
8.14 Kashiwa PALOOZA (POP SIDE) THANK YOU SOLD OUT!!
8.20 Nagano CLUB JUNK BOX (STRONG SIDE) THANK YOU SOLD OUT!!
8.21 Nagano CLUB JUNK BOX (POP SIDE) THANK YOU SOLD OUT!!LM.C LIVE TOUR FINAL -Stay strong, Stay pop-
10.05 Shibuya Public Hall
Source: OHP
Posted in New release, TourTags: LM.C
DIV’s New Look + Single
8
May, 2013
News from DIV today! After “Taste of Life” dropped in April, they’re planning on releasing their next single for July.
Also through the month of September, you’ll be able to attend a set of four special lives! “FOUR BY FOUR,” a series of four member produced lives, will each feature a day arranged by one of the members. All lives will cost ￥3000, or you can purchase a ticket for all four days for ￥10,000.
Member Produced Live “FOUR BY FOUR”
09.01 Higashi Koenji 20,000 Den’atsu (Tokyo)
Produced by Shogo
09.08 Higashi Koenji 20,000 Den’atsu (Tokyo)
Produced by satoshi
09.16 Higashi Koenji 20,000 Den’atsu (Tokyo)
Produced by Chobi
09.22 Higashi Koenji 20,000 Den’atsu (Tokyo)
Produced by CHISA
As a final word, they’re already planning on their second oneman! It’ll take place on November 3rd at Shinjuku BLAZE, and more details will be released as the time comes closer. Did any of you attend their first oneman at Shibuya O-WEST on May 6th? How was it?
Source: OHP
Posted in Costumes, Lives, New releaseTags: DIV
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