Nama Mail: Connect daily with artists by mail
17
May, 2013
Nama Mail is an internet service that has been gaining some considerable ground in the visual kei world lately. Created by entertainment company Index, it sounds as though the service has actually been around for a little while catering to Japanese idol fans, but added visual kei artists to the lineup on April 19th. The site offers its service for 27 bands, meaning more than 100 bandmen.
So what is it?
Nikkansports reported, the day after the visual kei branch opened:
A fee-based membership service where mail is delivered in real-time from the very cell phones of the artists themselves. (Monthly fee of 315 yen per bandman.) With the artists’ own desired timing, “Nama Mail,” with attached photos, or “Nama Voice,” with attached audio messages will be delivered to registered fans. Since fans can reply to the messages they receive in real-time, they can convey their own feelings directly to the artists.
Participating visual kei artists are:
HERO, Avidit, Kiryu, Royz, FEST VAINQUEUR, KISAKI, DuelJewel, Black Gene For the Next Scene, A, CELL, MEJIBRAY, Griever, Carat, THE RHEDORIC, Gakido, Hana Shonen Baddies, the Sherry, LOST ASH, Panorama Kyokou Xenon, BIOSPHIA, cocklobin, Misaruka, AMARANYX, JokArt au Legal, Lycaon, One Star, and Tokyo Quartet.
That’s quite a list! Some of the artists included in the service have filmed short ads, like Lycaon’s below, that have been uploaded to the site’s official YouTube channel.
Unfortunately, even after checking out the service’s (brief) FAQ, we can’t seem to find any information as to whether it’s possible for fans outside of Japan to sign up for the service. If any readers have tried signing up, or want to sign up, let us know if you’ve been successful!
In any case, what do you think? Would you sign up for this? Is the price reasonable? We’re curious to hear your opinions.
Translation: Ku
Source: Nama Mail Website, Nikkansports
Posted in News, Other, YouTubeTags: A, AMARANYX, Avidit., Baddies, BIOSPHIA, Black Gene For the Next Scene, Carat, CELL, cocklobin, DuelJewel, FEST VAINQUEUR, Gakido, GRIEVER, HERO, JokArt au Legal, Kiryu, Kisaki, LOST ASH, Lycaon, MEJIBRAY, Misaruka, One★Star, Panorama Kyokou Xenon, ROYZ, THE RHEDORIC, the Sherry, Tokyo Quartet
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
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!
Update on Dolly’s Live DVD
9
May, 2013
For those of you who’ve been waiting for news after the postponement of Dolly’s last live DVD, today they’ve finally straightened out details of the release.
A notice in regards to Dolly’s live DVD, “Yume no Saihate”
Thank you for supporting Dolly as always.
At this time, we would like to announce that the release of Dolly’s live DVD, “Yume no Saihate,” which was postponed due to manufacturing troubles, has officially been decided.
Limited Edition (MSDL-29)
To be shipped by home delivery service from Shinjuku 2013.05.14Regular Edition (MSDL-30)
Goes on sale 2013.06.12To those who were looking forward to and waiting for this release, we have caused a great deal of trouble, and would like to apologize from the bottom of our hearts.
Source: Hachi’s Blog
Translation: Elena
PSC’s Global Fanclub to Dissolve
30
Apr, 2013
Bad news today for fans all across the world who may have joined the PS Company’s Global Fan Club –As of November 1st, the fan club will officially dissolve.
Thank you for always supporting PS COMPANY Artists.
It has been decided that the “GLOBAL PS COMPANY FAN CLUB” will be dissolved on 2013/11/01 (Fri).
We are grateful to all of the current members.Please see below for the information considering the operation of GFC from now on.
● About the Future
In August 2013, it will become possible for foreign residents to join the GazettE OFFICIAL FAN CLUB “HERESY”. Further information considering this matter will be announced on the Official Site, Official Facebook, and also to the e-mail addresses registered to GFC.Now, after the dissolution of GFC, we will inform about Alice Nine, Kra, ViViD, D=OUT, SCREW and BORN’s activities and ticket sales in the Official Sites and Official Facebooks.
● About the Services
・ Admission procedures will end on 2013/07/31 (Wed) 12:00 (JST)
・ Renewal procedures will end on 2013/11/1 (Fri) 12:00 (JST)
・ Online shop will end on 2013/07/31 (Wed) 12:00 (JST)
・ Ticket Pre-Sales will end on 2013/07/31 (Wed)
* We accept a ticket pre-sale order for a concerts which will be held after a dissolution of GFC based on each designed sales term. The acceptance will be made until 2013/7/31(Wed).
･ Accessing to HERESY, club ALICE, Koropokkuru’s sites will end on 2013/11/01 (Fri) 12:00 (JST)
・ Accessing to GFC Member Site, and Other Fan Club Services will end on 2013/11/01 (Fri) 12:00 (JST)● Considering Refund of the Membership Fee
To everyone who’s membership lasts longer than 2013/11/02 (Sat), part of the Membership fee will be refunded based on the amount of days left.
However, the admission fee does not become a target of this refund.[ Way of Refund ]
The amount will be refunded to the PayPal account the fee was paid from.* If you have cancelled the Membership yourself before the end of the service, 1st November, even if you would have had Membership left after 2nd November, you will not be refunded, so please take this in notice.
Source: Global Fan Club OHP
Amber gris’s Equipment Vehicle (and Equipment) Stolen
25
Apr, 2013
Oh, dear! There is horrible news from Amber gris today.
It was announced yesterday on Koto’s blog that sometime between April 21st and 24th the band’s Equipment vehicle was stolen out of a parking garage, and inside was all of their equipment! The van was packed at 5-5 Yayoi-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo with hundreds of thousands yen worth of equipment. A full list of the equipment has been placed on their OHP, with a plea for the return of their things. If you would like to check out the list of things taken, please following this link.
Band members are requesting that people keep on the lookout for a white Toyota HIACE with a high roof with a black streak below the back window on one side. You can see a photo of the vehicle on Koto’s blog. Police and the parking company are investigating into the matter.
The licence plate number is Tokorozawa 100 6957 (所沢 す 100 6957)
If anyone knows anything about this case, the band asks to be contacted at info@amber-gris.com
Despite this serious set-back and the fact that the band’s One Man Tour Final will be happening in 4 days, the band does not seem to be cancelling their live at Ebisu’s LIQUIDROOM. This is a rather impressive act, and we at Shattered-Tranquility wish them the best with their One Man and finding the thieves. There are few things worst than having a car stolen, but when it includes all of your musical equipment… things get a lot more ugly.
Source: Koto’s Ameblo
Posted in News, OtherTags: amber gris
DOPES. to Disband
23
Apr, 2013
It seems like 2013 is not a good year to be a fan or musician in the Visual Kei scene…
Terrible news for fans of DOPES. today. It was announced at their 2nd Anniversary “DOPES. Anniversary Live” Event on 4/21 that after their upcoming One Man at RUIDO K3 on July 25th, DOPES. will be disband. This news comes as quite a shock as it seemed DOPES. was readying for additional touring throughout Japan over the summer.
While DOPES. OHP has yet to announce the disbandment, members have posted comments regarding the disbandment. Below are the comments posted on their Ameblos:
—Notice of DOPES. disbandment—
Thank you for supporting DOPES. as always. This is a sudden announcement, but at this time we would like to report that after the Ikebukuro Ruido K3 event on July 25, 2013, DOPES. will be disbanding. The decision to disband is the result of many discussions between the members and the staff.
To all the fans who cheer for us, as well as to all the staff involved, we would like to extend our deepest apologies and our gratitude. We only have a little time left, but for the rest of the current schedule, all four members will be continuing with everything we have, so please continue to support us to the very end.
DOPES.
NARUMI / KAI / MASATO / RYO 2013.04.21
It was really such a sudden decision,
To unexpectedly announce this but,
DOPES. is disbanding.Because of various feelings, tears were falling, but today let’s end that.
There are only a few lives left to count but,
Until the end, let’s all be there with a smile.Everyone, I love you.
Thank you.
KAI
There is an end. This case is just one example of that.
I think that everyone who came to yesterday’s event, and everyone who has seen the OHP knows this already but, after the 7/25 event DOPES. will be disbanding.
We took many things into consideration but, for the present for members this is this best path to take. We haven’t really internalized this so, since we decided to disband we have been rehearsing and having meetings with the same energy as before, and it really hasn’t set in yet.
Honestly, when it came time for the encore, we really didn’t want to make the announcement.
But, this way is for the best. To everyone who went through the trouble to come, I’m so sorry for making you feel sad.
For the time being, we still have some time to continue activities as DOPES.
There are very few lives remaining but, until the end we’ll be giving it all we’ve got, so won’t you accompany us to the last?
Thank you for supporting us.
MASATO
Thank you and good work yesterday.
As we announced yesterday, DOPES. will be disbanding after the event performance on 7/25.
I think we are all really sorry for making such a regrettable announcement.
We discussed things to the very last minute, but the end result was that we would disband.
I feel quite mortified myself.I’m really sorry.
There’s only about three months remaining but,
Please treat DOPES. well until the the end.Thank you so much for yesterday.
RYO
It really is sad, isn’t it…
But, where there is a beginning there must also be an end.Today we discussed DOPES.’ disbandment.
Making such a sudden announcement was really inexcusable.I said not to cry, but it’s impossible, isn’t it.
We said it many times, but this isn’t a breakup of discord.
We discussed it properly, and the result was that we arrived at this decision.That short 2 years really felt like a long time,
And it was the setting of various growth for us.I won’t say goodbye yet!
There is still a bit of time before our last live on 7/25.Until the very end, won’t you come along together with us?
For a little longer, I want to enjoy this time with everyone.
Thank you so much for today.
~Narumi
(Translation by Elena)
Any readers planning on attending DOPES. last One Man?
Source: Ameba
Posted in Disbanding, NewsTags: DOPES.
D.I.D. Announcements Galore!
22
Apr, 2013
Excellent news was announced last week for fans of the band D.I.D.! Along with their release of D.I.D.’s first single “the Point of No Return”, tucked inside the jacket was quite a surprise: An announcement of their first One-Man tour, a a live-only release, their second single, and a 2-day 1st Anniversary One Man!
Talk about being busy!
D.I.D. will be releasing their limited single “THE NATURAL BORN SINNER” at their live at Takadanobaba on May 19th. The release is limited to the first 200 purchases of their new towels. More information on the live is listed below!
5/19 @ Takadanobaba AREA
ACT: D.I.D., Dezert, Grieva, Orochi, Downer, Born, DuelJewel
Tickets: ¥3000/¥3500
Time: 16:00/16:30* (Note that D.I.D.’s time is different, however the most up-to-date doors time is presented at e+
Tickets available through e+
Next is Ikebukuro Blackhole’s 4th x D.I.D. 1st Anniversary! These two lives, titled “REBELLION” will occur on August 26th and 27th, with tickets costing ¥3000/¥3500. Tickets 1~100 for this special One Man will go on sale at D.I.D./Black Gene For the Next Scene’s event BLACK:I.D. on June 21st at Shinjuku BLAZE. Note that there is a cap of 150 people per live, so make sure to grab your ticket! These lives have very limited space.
Blackhole 4th x D.I.D. st Anniversary
150 Limited 2days ONEMAN
REBELLION
8/26 & 8/27 @ Ikebukuro Blackhole
Tickets: ¥3000/¥3500
Time: 17:30/18:00
B Tickets will be available on 6/28 through e+
Next is the release of their 2nd single, titled “Paranoid Personality”. The single will come in 5 types, including 3 different songs per release. It will be released on October 2nd. Each type is limited to 500 copies and will cost ¥1260. We have included the links to CDJapan so you can preorder your copy today! Feel free to click on the links below.
Paranoid Personality A
1. I want to die
2. 瓦解
3. nihilism.
4. Paranoid PersonalityParanoid Personality B
1. ANTI+CHRIST anthem
2. Good morning,MOTHER fxxker
3. THE LOST MY HANDS
4. Paranoid PersonalityParanoid Personality C
1.Amaryllis
2. PROMINENCE inc.
3. the code number[13.]
4. Paranoid PersonalityParanoid Personality D
1. LiLLY of the VaLLeY
2. blindness=MARIA
3. paradox
4. Paranoid PersonalityParanoid Personality E
1. Merciless sorrow-666-
2. the time has come
3. infinite numbness
4. Paranoid Personality
Their next, and perhaps biggest, announcement is their 1st One Man tour titled “Paranoid Personality”! D.I.D. will be stopping in Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka before finishing off with thei Tour Final at Shibuya O-West. Information on the One Mans is listed below! Please note that all information is identical for Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka.
D.I.D. 1st One Man TOUR
“PARANOID PERSONALITY”
10/12 @ Nagoya 3STAR
10/20 @ OSAKA CLAPPER
10/23 @ Fukuoka DRUM son
Tickets:¥3000/¥3500 (tickets will go on sale on 6/23)
Time: 18:00/18:30TOUR FINAL
11/1 @ Shibuya O-WEST
Tickets: ¥3800/¥4300 (tickets A 1~150 will go on sale after the One Man on 8/27)
Time: 17:00/18:00
So much exciting news! Is anyone else excited about these upcoming releases and One Mans? Anyone planning on attending?
Source: Sai
Posted in Lives, New release, News, OnemanTags: born, D.I.D, DEZERT, Downer, DuelJewel, Grieva, OROCHI
AMARANYX’s Kazuharu Returns
22
Apr, 2013
Good news for AMARANYX fans this week. We mentioned earlier in the month that AMARANYX’s drummer, Kazuharu, was restricted from lives after a nasty bout of appendicitis. However, it seems that Kazuharu is ready to get back to playing, as the OHP has announced the following message:
Thank you very much for always supporting AMARANYX.
A few days ago, drummer Kazuharu was hospitalized for emergency surgery due to acute appendicitis. However, we would like to report that he will be returning to activities as of the April 19th live at Ikebukuro EDGE.translation by Elena
This means that Kazuharu will in fact be performing at AMARANYX’s upcoming free One Man that we announced last week.
Source: OHP
Posted in hospitalization, News, Oneman, OtherTags: AMARANYX
Ma’Fade Records “Ultimate Stupid Party” Special Live
21
Apr, 2013
Ma’Fade Records announced recently that they will be hosting a special Event Live on June 19th titled “ULTIMATE STUPID PARTY” at Shibuya REX. The live will include several headlining bands and a special surprise band! Who is this special band? Well, you’ll have to read on!
GALEYD, who originally announced “ULTIMATE STUPID PARTY” at their 3rd One Man, will be sharing the stage with Meteroir, Signal, Black Line, Super Boys, xxx is dead, and a band which was only revealed as “SPECIAL SECRET BAND.” Now, we can confirm that this special secret band will be JUPITER.
Tickets cost ¥3000/¥3500, not including the ¥600 drink ticket. A 1~100 tickets are sold out, but it is still possible to purchase A~101+ tickets at GALEYD’s upcoming events, or are available for purchase through eplus.
6/19 @ SHIBUYA REX
MA’FADE RECORDS presents”Ultimate Stupid Party”
ACT: GALEYD / METEOROID / Signal / BLACK LINE / SUPER BOYS /「xxx」is D￡AD / JUPITER / （O.A.）precious hearts
TICKET: ¥3000/¥3500
START: 16:00/16:30
Source: OHP
Posted in Event, Lives, NewsTags: BLACK LINE, GALEYD, Jupiter, METEOROID, precious hearts, Signal, super boys, xxx is dead
hide Memorial Day 2013
18
Apr, 2013
It is getting close to May 2nd, and many of us know what that means: the annual hide Memorial Day. This year is the 15th anniversary of legendary guitarist hide’s untimely death, so this is a very special year for many fans. In addition, it is the 20th anniversary of hide’s Solo career.
hide’s post-humorous management company has announced the premiere of the Special Compilation Live “hide FILM ALIVE!” Tickets are still available for the film’s screening, which will take place at Club CITTA’ in Kawasaki. The price of tickets are ¥3900, not including the ¥500 drink ticket required at the door. Two screenings of the film will be made, at 14:00 and 18:30.
If you are interested in seeing this historical event, please order your tickets soon! Information on where you can get tickets is available below. Thank you staff member vii-vii for the translation!
Hide Memorial Day 2013
Hide FILM ALIVE
~20th of Solo Works Edition~
Solo Work 20th Anniversary
Special Compilation Live Film ScreeningThe Film Premiere of the Special Compilation Live “hide FILM ALIVE!!!”
-Let’s meet in spring!-
May 2nd is hide Memorial Day.
This year hide’s rock spirit comes alive on the screen and through sound in the premiere of the live film “hide FILM ALIVE!!” The 2013 film celebrates the 20th anniversary of hide’s solo work in the premiere screening of this compilation live film.
Featured are of course several iconic songs, such as the music clip and making of hide’s first solo single “EYES LOVE YOU” and clips from his first solo tour “HIDE TOUR PHYCHOMMUNITY~ hide no heya he youkoso” in Kawaguchi Lilia Hall. This film compilation features precious footage of hide’s solo career. Hide’s music never fades and his rock entertainment is restored even today.Schedule
Date: May 2nd [Wednesday]
Venue: Club Citta
First screening: Doors open 13:00, start 14:00
Second Screening: Doors open 17:30, start 18:30*One day, two screenings
*Entrants from first screening cannot stay for the second
*Video content from each screening will be identical
To enquire regarding this concert, please contact Club Citta for more information.Tickets
Thank you for 20 years of support
Pre-booking: 3,900 yen [tax inc. not including drink ticket]
*Tickets at door on day of screening not yet decided
*Entrants must also purchase drink ticket priced 500 yen to enterLEMONeD SHOP [Harajuku] over the counter sales
Tickets on sale 11am Saturday 30th March
Call 03-5771-7707
Our Harajuku branch does not sell tickets
We do not book tickets over the phoneGeneral Ticket Release
Tickets on sale nationwide 10am Saturday 6th April
Lawson ticket: 057-084-003 [L code: 73630]
Eplus : http://eplus.jp
Pia: 0570- 02-9999 [P code: 196-466]
The play guide on hide’s official site is no longer available.
Ticket Purchasing From Club CittaAvailable for purchase by anyone.
*Lottery system
*Max 4 tickets per person
Entries taken from 12am Friday 22nd March and end 23:59pm Wednesday 27th MarchLottery announcement and ticket exchange: from Friday 29th March after lottery draw confirmation until Friday 5th April
Source: OHP
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:
Twitter
Ameblo
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
SOPHIA’s Activity Pause
10
Apr, 2013
Sad news for SOPHIA fans today.
It was announced on Natalie.mu that SOPHIA would be stopping all band activities after their countrywide tour.
Natalie.mu’s article:
It has come to light that after their current countrywide tour, which is now in progress, SOPHIA will go on an activity pause.
For details on the activity pause, the band explained, “It’s because in 2014 we face our 20th anniversary and we share a mutual feeling of wanting to once again reevaluate our activities up until now, as well as our future as artists, the existence of all the fans supporting us, and the music that each member should express as SOPHIA.” The Nippon Budokan performance in Tokyo on August 12th will be the last live before the pause.
SOPHIA formed in 1994 and had their major debut in 1995. Facing the 15th anniversary since their debut, in 2010 it was disclosed that keyboardist Miyako Keiichi was suffering from a malignant follicular lymphoma tumor and the band took a temporary pause, but with Miyako’s recovery the next year, activity was restarted in 2011. They have released a new album, “Mirai Otona Sengen,” this past March.
And here’s what the band has to say:
Thank you for supporting SOPHIA, now more than ever.
It is a sudden bulletin, but after this current countrywide tour,
SOPHIA will pause band activity.Since the 2010 hiatus, we went through a contract cancellation and label transfer from the office we advanced together with for 15 years,
And with Miyako’s comeback we restarted band activity, but because in 2014 we face our 20th anniversary and we share a mutual feeling of wanting to once again reevaluate our activities up until now, as well as our future as artists, the existence of all the fans supporting us, and the music that each member should express as SOPHIA,
At this time we will take a break from activity.The current schedule is this countrywide tour,
And after this tour SOPHIA will stop all band activity.We would like to ask for your understanding,
Starting with all the many fans, and the staff we have worried.April 9, 2013
SOPHIA Matsuoka Mitsuru, Toyota Kazutaka, Kuroyanagi Yoshio, Akamatsu Yoshitomo, Miyako Keiichi
ever-blue Co. Ltd., all members
If you want to see SOPHIA before they go on activity pause, you can still see them at any of these stops left on their tour:
April 13th @ ORIX THEATER (Osaka)
April 14th @ ORIX THEATER (Osaka)
April 26th @ Nihon Tokushugou City Meeting Hall (Aichi)
April 27th @ Nihon Tokushugou City Meeting Hall (Aichi)
May 3rd @ Sendai Denryoku Hall (Miyagi)
May 5th @ Shibuya Koukaidou (Tokyo)
May 6th @ Shibuya Koukaidou (Tokyo)
May 18th @ Penny Lane 24 (Sapporo)
May 19th @ Penny Lane 24 (Sapporo)
May 25th @ Diamond Hall (Nagoya)
May 26th @ Diamond Hall (Nagoya)
June 1st @ Namba Hatch (Osaka)
June 2nd @ Namba Hatch (Osaka)
June 8th @ Club QUATTRO (Hiroshima)
June 9th @ Club QUATTRO (Hiroshima)
June 15th @ Niigata LOTS (Niigata)
June 16th @ Niigata LOTS (Niigata)
June 22nd @ Shinkiba STUDIO COAST (Tokyo)
June 23rd @ Shinkiba STUDIO COAST (Tokyo)
July 3rd @ Kobe Chicken George (Hyogo)
July 4th @ Kobe Chicken George (Hyogo)
July 6th @ Fukuoka DRUM LOGOS (Fukuoka)
July 7th @ Fukuoka DRUM LOGOS (Fukuoka)
July 12th @ Naha Central (Okinawa)
July 13th @ Naha Central (Okinawa)
–TOUR FINAL–
August 12th @ Nihon Budoukan (Tokyo)
Tickets for venues that are not halls are 5,800yen, while hall shows are 6,800yen. Sales have already started for all shows before the May 18th Penny Lane show. On April 27th, all tickets for shows after May 18th (including Penny Lane) will be up for grabs. The only exception is the tour final at the Budoukan; those tickets do not go on sale until July 9th. Mark your calendars so you don’t miss your chance, SOPHIA fans!
Source: vkdb.jp, Natalie.mu, OHP
Signal’s 3rd One Man
9
Apr, 2013
Fantastic news was announced by Signal at their One Man on April 5th at Shinjuku’s Tokyo Wild Side. Prior to the encore, Signal announced that on June 28th the band will be holding their second anniversary One Man titled “OVER THE DEAD LINE.” This will be the band’s third One Man.
The live will take place at Ikebukuro EDGE, doors opening at 17:30/18:00. Tickets will cost ¥3000/¥3500 (not including EDGE’s ¥500 drink ticket.) A Tickets will be going on sale on 4/13, at their Event Live at Otsuka HEARTS.
There was also a mention of another upcoming announcement, though no further news was given at the time. So, when this reporter knows more, so will you!
6/28 #EDGE Ikebukuro
2nd Anniversary Oneman
『OVER THE DEAD LINE』
【OPEN / START】17:30 / 18:00
【ADV / DAY】￥3,000 / ￥3,500
Source: OHP
Kyo Official Website
5
Apr, 2013
DIR EN GREY fans have had a lot to look forward to so far this year: their new mini album, “THE UNRAVELING,” EU tour dates, and a nationwide tour. Now Kyo, their vocalist, has opened his own official website and Twitter account.
There is not much information on the site yet, but it seems like a Facebook page and YouTube account will be added at some point as well.
For now, fans can purchase exclusive postcard sets or download free wallpapers designed by Kyo himself (though you might want to download them as soon as possible; according to the site, Kyo will change the downloads whenever he feels like it).
Posted in Media, News, TwitterTags: Dir en grey
VAMPS Open an Official Facebook Page
5
Apr, 2013
For you VAMP fans, here’s some news for you! VAMPS has officially joined facebook. In addition to being able to see the latest news from VAMPS, you’ll be able to see exclusive “webisodes” and messages from them. In fact, they already have their first webisode up! Conveniently, the news are translated into English and the webisodes have English captions as well.
Source: OHP
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
MANNEQUIN’s One-Day Revival
31
Mar, 2013
Any MANNEQUIN fans still out there?
Earlier this month, bassist TATSURO announced on his blog that MANNEQUIN will be having a one-day revival performance at Ikebukuro CYBER on June 29th!
Ticket prices are not listed yet, but if you want to reserve one, send an e-mail with your name and number of tickets to mannequin.tickets@gmail.com.
Who’s going to go?
Source: vkdb.jp, TATSURO’s blog
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