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
MeLt to Disband
17
May, 2013
MeLt, who after having lost their bassist Ten in March, have decided that they will disband this coming July.
A Message from MeLt
Thank you for always supporting MeLt.
As announced at out live show on the 30th of April, we will be disbanding after our live show in Ash OSAKA on the 5th of July. Yuki suggested we disband. We have gone on this far but it is with great difficulty we have made this decision.
Below are comments from each of the members.
Reiya
I am very sorry that it had to come to this to all our friends, staff and everyone who has supported us.
I really am sorry to our fans who have been with us since we started three years ago. I’m sorry we didn’t keep our promise to not break up. But if everyone stays with us we will do our best until the end. We learned how to have fun at lives from you. You gave my voice power in the lyrics and that is what will keep our band going. Together we were discouraged and encouraged, we laughed and cried. I have met amazing fans and that’s a treasure to me.
Before we break up it’s important we play in big venues. It’s important to me. MeLt’s disbandment is disappointing, lonely and sad as well as a lot of other feelings. I am disappointed, lonely and sad too.
But the biggest flowers don’t blossom until the end. I want us to leave behind something new. Let’s walk together until the end.
Yuki
The word “disbandment” doesn’t fit exactly because the intense feeling we each have for MeLt and our fans won’t change. But for us to grow, we have to go our separate ways.
Thank you for always supporting us!
From when we first started until now our bonds will never be broken!
Sora
I know nothing about visual kei. I have almost no band experience either. It was aspiration and curiosity that drew us four together.
We didn’t know our right from our left but with the help of our fans we were brought to adulthood. With all the cooperation from our staff and everyone else, the advice and encouragement we continued to receive, it really was the best fun.
Being in MeLt really was fun. Thank you so much for all your support. Thanks for being with us until the very end.
Sora.
Their last live, “MeLdriveR” will take place on July fifth at Ash OSAKA. Tickets will cost ￥3000 (￥3500 day of) and tickets went on sale on the 12th. DixdriveR will also be performing.
Source: Reiya’s blog, vkdb
Translation: Elena
Posted in DisbandingTags: MeLt
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 PV Recruiting
17
May, 2013
Here is the continuation of The Grand Update post that was made earlier.
For the PV of their upcoming maxi single, “CHANGE TO CHANCE,” Black Gene is looking for YOUR help to film it!
The band is taking applications from fans to star in the filming on June 5th, from 18:00~21:00 (around).
The filming will be around Shibuya, but the exact place has not been revealed.
All you need to do to apply is send your name, age, and current area of residence to ctcpv@blackgene.net with the subject line: 「エキストラ希望」.
If a large number of people apply, participating fans will be chosen by lottery. The application period ends on midnight (JST) on May 19th, so hurry! Winners will be notified on or after May 20th.
If selected, all you need to bring are clothes that are easy to move around in and a Black Gene towel.
Ever wanted to be in a PV? Now’s your chance!
Source: OHP
Posted in Cool, PVTags: Black Gene For the Next Scene
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
Indefinite Pause for Wizard
16
May, 2013
Despite having released their latest single “Metabolic Syndrome” in December, Wizard have announced that they have officially paused activities.
Important Announcement
Thanks you so much to those who regularly support Wizard. At this time, Wizard are announcing their decision to go on indefinite hiatus. We are truly sorry to those fans and staff members who have supported us since we started back again as well as those who have supported us from when we first formed.
We plan to play a live show at Ikebukuro Black Hole on the 6th of May. Please see this blog for more details.
There isn’t much time left before our last live but each of the members will do their absolute best until the end to thank you for all your unwavering support.
- Wizard
-Kaito-
Firstly, I’m sorry to surprise you all with such disappointing news.
I have been with Wizard since 2004 and a lot of time has passed since then. It’s a long time but it’s more than just that. A lot has happened in that space of time. We have been through a lot of hard times along the way but all the choices we made in Wizard and in our own lives were done willingly.
Whenever we can’t overcome a barrier, our hearts bring us through a diversion and we have done that until now. Whatever the way, I’m sure we can cross this barrier this time.
So as of the 6th of May each member will be going their separate ways. I hope you’ll support us in our separate activities.
-Sin-
I apologise, I’m still sorting through the many disappointing, sad feelings in my head.
One year is a short time but it was all happy, enjoyable memories. I’ve been proud to be Wizard’s guitarist for that year. It’s been a treasured life achievement.
I have been given the happiest days and I’m full of gratitude for that. Really, thank you so much.
I hope to meet everyone again someday.
-Masumi-
I’m sorry for such a disappointing announcement. It’s sad, disappointing news but there are no hard feelings.
It hasn’t been long since we reformed. I feel so disappointed. But when each of us do meet again I know it will make me happy to play together again. Wizard have been together for over eight and a half years. We’ve had a lot of experiences together. There have been a lot of hard times but each time we have been rescued by the support of our fans, their encouraging words and smiling faces. I really have so many feelings of gratitude for that.
Thank you for everything until we meet again.
-Atsushi-
It hasn’t been that long since we got back together, but it’s been a really fun year. I have a lot of memories and all I can do is try to express my thanks. We have always had your support. So from all of us, thank you.
After the 6th of May we’ll each be setting off on new paths. I don’t know if we’ll see each other again. But every time I sit back and think about all the great times I’ve had with Wizard, I’ll remembers all the tears and smiles from our fans.
I definitely won’t forget.
Let’s not be disappointed at our last live show. Let’s have fun.
-Kimi-
It’s Kimi.
First of all, I’m sorry for the disappointing announcement. One year ago, after taking a break from music I was brought in to play drums for Wizard. I had so much support from our fans. I earned a lot of experience. I have a lot of good memories.
Even though we have had our differences I love Wizard. I know the other members think the same too. So we will do our best when facing our new paths. I will do my best to meet everyone again.
I am really sorry we were only back for such a short time!
We will put all our strength into the 6th of May.
Posted in Pause, TranslationTags: Wizard
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
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
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
New Single + Preview, Instores and more for REALies
7
May, 2013
Talk about an overhaul! After graduating from the now defunct UNDERCODE PRODUCTIONS, REALies have completely remade themselves, starting with a new look and logo! They’ll also be releasing a brand new single in July, and they’ve planned a oneman tour and some special lives!
“LiNE” Limited Type A – ￥1890
1. LiNE
2. 君と僕、泡沫の夏 (Kimi to Boku, Utakata no Natsu)
DVD
“LiNE” Music Video
“LiNE” Regular Type B – ￥1575
1. LiNE
2. 君と僕、泡沫の夏 (Kimi to Boku, Utakata no Natsu)
3. イロコイロジック (Irokoi Logic)
“LiNE” Regular Type C – ￥1575
1. LiNE
2. 君と僕、泡沫の夏 (Kimi to Boku, Utakata no Natsu)
3. CЯOWN GAME
You can also attend the following instore events as they promote!
07.15 Shinjuku little HEARTS. (13:00 start)
07.15 Like an Edison LaForet Harajuku (17:00 start)
07.20 Like an Edison Osaka (12:00 start)
07.21 five Stars NAGOYA (12:00 start)
08.04 Fukuoka SKULL ROSE (15:00 start)
08.06 Pure Sound Amerikamura (12:00 start)
08.07 Like an Edison Nagoya (18:00 start)
08.09 Ikebukuro Brand X (19:00 start)
Also, for those of who you’ve purchased the single, you’ll be able to attend two free limited oneman lives! You must bring with you the admission ticket in the obi in order to attend. Drink tickets will cost an extra fee.
“RELiNE”
08.06 Osaka ASH
Open 17:30, Start 18:00
08.18 Ikebukuro Black Hole
Open 17:30, Start 18:00
Adding onto their schedule, they’ll also be holding a second anniversary series, titled “REALies 2nd Anniversary Toumeihan Twoman Tour -REALies x Blitz-.” Three lives will take place in the series, and each will cost ￥3300 (￥3800 day of) to attend. Tickets are currently on sale.
REALies 2nd Anniversary Toumeihan Twoman Tour -REALies x Blitz-
07.20 Osaka ASH
07.21 Nagoya HOLIDAY NEXT
07.25 Shibuya WWW
Within the last few days, they’ve also set up their own twitter account! You can follow them here. Also, you can preview their latest song on their youtube channel, or check it out here.
Source: OHP
Posted in Instore, New release, Oneman, Track Listing, YouTubeTags: Blitz, REALies
Called≠Plan to Disband
5
May, 2013
Sad news for fans of Called≠Plan today… It appears that they’ll be disbanding this June.
An important notice from Called≠Plan
Thank you for always supporting Called≠Plan.
As was announced at the live on 4/30, after the 6/13 one-man at Osaka RUIDO, Called≠Plan will be disbanding.
Comments from all members follow below.
After holding our one-man at Osaka RUIDO on June 13, 2013, Called≠Plan will be disbanding.
Called≠Plan was the the first official band I was a part of.
To the me who could do nothing, the me who knew nothing, this band gave me many special things and really helped me grow.
From the fans, I really gained a lot of strength. Thank you so much. As the disbandment draws near, I really think that the fact that we were able to get this far was thanks to everyone’s voices.
The stupidly happy days with both the members and the fans coming together, crying, laughing, building up a lifetime of memories, and everyone who treasures those moments are, I think, something I can brag about.
I am so happy that I was able to meet these wonderful members, and all our fans.
In this remaining one and a half months, with all my power I want to share our gigs with everyone, so until the end, please continue to lend us just a little more of your strength.
Please treat us well.Yuuto
I’m sorry for making such a sudden announcement.
As we announced at our gig the other day; Called≠Plan will be disbanding after our Osaka RUIDO one-man on June 13.
It has been about three and a half years since we started activities as Called≠Plan. For me, Called≠Plan was like a life itself, and all I have are special memories.
We probably didn’t make music that will change the world, but as long as there is even just one Called≠Plan song that stays and continues in everyone’s hearts, I am happy.
There are only a few gigs left but, I will give all my effort for each and every one of them to become a special gig for everyone.
To everyone who supports Called≠Plan, and to all our staff, thank you so very much.Otoha
Called≠Plan started in November 2009.
We have really always been supported by all of our fans.
Disbanding without being able to give anything back was an awfully painful decision.
We started from nothing, and steadily creating songs one by one, before we knew it we had created more than 30 songs.
Not just songs, pictures and videos too, each and every one that we put our everything into, will remain and continue forever.
And to everyone who has loved them, I am extremely grateful.
That I was able to meet these members was also a miracle.
I think there are always going to be regrets in life, but carrying those I want to continue walking forward from now on.
There is only a short time left before the day we disband but, until the very end, we will do our best to be a great band.Rei
It has been decided that after June 13, 2013, Called≠Plan will be disbanding.
To all the fans that have supported us until now, I am really sorry for making this announcement.
There is about a month and a half until we disband… we will be enjoying what’s left with everything we have, so everyone please enjoy the time together with us without regret!
Until the very end, please treat us kindly!Shu
At this time, I would like to apologize for the outcome that we will be disbanding.
The time that I have spend as Called≠Plan’s drummer has been a really short 10 months but, it was a really busy and productive 10 months.
It is thanks to the members and the company, and to all the fans that I was able to have such a wonderful 10 months.
It’s impossible for me to express the full extent of my gratitude.
And about just as much, my feelings of apology.
I’m so sorry.
Everyone, thank you so, so so much.minoru
Source: Members Blogs, vkdb
Posted in Disbanding, TranslationTags: Called≠Plan
D=OUT’s Latest Single
5
May, 2013
Back in March, we very briefly mentioned that D=OUT would be releasing a new single this June. Within the last week, they announced more details on it, as well as debuting the title!
「恋アバき、雨ザラし」Versions
Limited Type A – ￥1890
-Includes 3 tracks, PV + Making Of video
Limited Type B – ￥1890
-Includes 3 tracks, 3/3 & 3/4 live digest video + offshot video
Regular Type A – ￥1575
-Includes six tracks
-Regular Type B -￥1575
-Includes six tracks
You can also attend various instores while the band promotes the single! You have to preorder two different copies and have your reservation tickets to be able to attend.
05.14 little HEARTS. Sendai (18:00 start)
05.16 Sapporo Music Shop Ongaku Dokoro (18:00 start)
05.22 Kanazawa Forus 6F KUUGO Square (18:00 start)
05.30 Tokushima Station Clement Plaza 4F (18:00 start)
06.01 Tower Records Fukuoka (16:00 start)
06.01 Fukuoka SKULL ROSE (19:oo start)
06.04 Sunmall Hiroshima 5F (18:00 start)
06.06 Osaka ZEAL LINK (18:00 start)
06.09 Nagoya Kintetsu Passe (13:00 start)
06.09 Nagoya HMV (17:oo start)
We’ll keep you updated once more regarding the singles is released! Also, don’t forget about their upcoming Asia Tour beginning on June 12th!
Source: OHP
Posted in Instore, New releaseTags: D=OUT
hide’s 20th Solo Anniversary Events
3
May, 2013
As we all know, 2013 is the 20th anniversary of the start of hide’s solo career, and his unfortunate passing 15 years ago on May 2nd. This year in celebration of his life, a special series of events will be taking place over the span of 2013 to 2014. Today, the first bit of information has been revealed — two new tribute cover albums are to be released, and the hide Museum will temporarily reopen across the country!
Six consecutive works to be released in 2013 make up the first shot of “Visual SPIRITS” with two albums simultaneously on sale!
Though 15 years have passed since his eternal rest began, hide—who continues to inspire countless Japanese musicians—will see in his “20th anniversary of solo works” in 2013 and his “50th anniversary of birth” in 2014 with the unfolding of the anniversary project, “hide ROCKET DIVE 2013-14.”
Continuing on from the 1999 release that recorded a million sales “hide TRIBUTE SPIRITS,” release of six consecutive works has been decided for 2013!
The first shot of the series will see artists of the visual kei culture—which has come to represent Japan—release two albums at once.
Artists who have inherited that unique “visual kei” born from hide will, in turn, wrap that sound of hide’s in their own feelings and creativity and send it on to the future!
So, let’s learn who’s to be featured! Both will be released on July third, and will cost ￥3000.
hide TRIBUTE II -Visual SPIRITS- – ￥3000
1. UNDER CODE PRODUCTION LAST COLLABERATION 「D・N・A」- “Junk Story”
2. GOTCHAROCKA – “OBLAAT”
3. The Kiddie – “DAMAGE”
4. Sadie – 「ピンク スパイダー」(Pink Spider)
5. CELL – “HURRY GO ROUND”
6. DaizyStripper – “MISERY”
7. defspiral – “ever free”
8. DOPPEL – “Beauty & Stupid”
9. heidi. – “TELL ME”
10. Hitsugi from Nightmare – “D.O.D [DRINK OR DIE]”
11. machine – “DOUBT”
12. Matenrou Opera – “DICE”
13. Mix Speaker’s, Inc – “50% & 50%”
hide TRIBUTE III -Visual SPIRITS- – ￥3000
1. R-Shitei – “ROCKET DIVE”
2. Awoi – “BACTERIA”
3. A – “EYES LOVE YOU”
4. Kiryu - 「ピンク スパイダー」(Pink Spider)
5. Grieva – 「限界破裂」(Genkai Haretsu)
6. SCREW – “DICE”
7. D=OUT – “DOUBT”
8. DIAURA – “Beauty & Stupid”
9. DEZERT – “D.O.D [DRINK OR DIE]”
10. HERO – “HURRY GO ROUND”
11. FEST VAINQUEUR – “In Motion”
12. BORN – “ever free”
For those of you who’ll be in Japan at the time, you’re in for a treat! From 2000 to 2005, the hide Museum was an attraction in his birthplace of Yokosuka, and drew more than 450,000 people in attendance over those five years. As part of the anniversary year, they’ll be reopening the museum for a limited time in both Tokyo and Osaka.
Tokyo: hide MUSEUM 2013 DiverCity Tokyo Plaza～To The Future～
Exhibition period: June 29th (Saturday) to July 28th (Sunday), 2013
Venue: DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, Festival PlazaOsaka: hide MUSEUM 2013 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN®～To The Future～
Exhibition period: August 7th (Wednesday) to September 8th (Sunday), 2013
Venue: UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN®
Also as a commemorative item, you’ll soon be able to purchase “hide 20th Anniversary Pins Set,” which will be sold nationwide through Lawson, Loppi terminals, Erupaka and at HMV stores. Each of the 16 pins will be 8cm and feature the covers of all thirteen singles and three albums, and will be gathered together in a wooden frame! The entire set will definitely put a dent in your wallet with a price of ￥15,000. The first round of reservations will start on May 10th and end May 30th, and will be sent out on August 7th.
Two other events have currently been scheduled for the future, but none are currently expanded on in the terms of details. These are:
- Rock Musical “Pink Spider 2014″ has been confirmed!
- hide’s LIVE at the cinema! “hide ALIVE THE MOVIE” is currently in the works!
As a final note, dozens of band men and women have left their comments about hide on the OHP, and you can check them out here! (Please note that they are not translated into English.)
Source: OHP
Posted in Event, Goods, New release, Track ListingTags: hide
Fi’Ance. To Disband
3
May, 2013
Being the bearer of bad news is definitely not one of the best things to be these days.
Fi’Ance. announced today that after their Sponsored Live Events and One-Man on September 27th, the band will be disbanding. Members announced on their ameblos about the upcoming disbandment. Their messages can be read below.
An Important Announcement from Fi’Ance.
We would like to warmly thank you for your always-exceptional patronage.
We have an important message to you all from Fi’Ance..As the result of multiple talks with Fi’Ance.’s members and related management office, it has been decided at this time that after the SHIBUYA O-WEsT one-man performance on September 27th, we will cease activities.
As all of the members, moving toward the final one-man performance, will come together and perform better than ever, please support us
until the end.In addition, we will announce the details of our last sponsored tour and last one-man live at a later date.
Below are comments from the members.
Yuuka: I’m sorry for startling you with this sudden announcement.
No matter what kinds of things are said after this; no matter what kinds of things you think — I want you to understand that my feelings toward Fi’Ance. are genuine.Since I don’t want to have to end here with pretty words, I won’t say a lot but…
Kira-ko plays the drums with good energy, Kai-tsun can play the bass with ease, Shitsu fills us with cool phrasing, and I sing.I think that’s all we have.
Only that.
That’s going to go away.
Only that.
But, Fi’Ance.
from here.
Won’t somehow break off its engagement.
Shitsu: First of all, I am sorry for the announcement coming so suddenly.
Although of course all the members talked together and decided on this conclusion, I honestly haven’t sorted my feelings all out yet.I just absolutely don’t want to have any regrets after the final live; I don’t want to make our activities until now a waste…
Since I’ll strive to put all my strength into the things I can do with my beloved members as guitarist Shitsu of Fi’Ance., I want you to support me until the end.
Please give me your best.
I’m sorry
Kai: For the sudden announcement,
I’m full of remorse for all of the fans who have supported us until now.
The result, however,
is that I love Fi’Ance.,
and I feel proud that I’ve been able to play in a band like this with the very best members.
Until the SHIBUYA O-WEST last live on Friday, September 27th, 2013, we’ll come at you with all our power as one so please give us your best.
Kira: Fiances*, I’m sorry for the sudden announcement. We, Fi’Ance., will disband after September 27th, 2013 at SHIBUYA O-WEsT. Until that last day the members of Fi’Ance. will play the very best lives with you.
*The band refers to their fans as Fiances (kon’yakusha).
Translation by Ku
Information on their final One Man, titled “ETERNITY RING” was put up on their OHP only a short time ago.
9/27 @ Shibuya O-WEST
Fi’Ance LAST ONEMAN LIVE
-Eternity ring-
OPEN 17:00/18:00
TICKET￥3,800/￥4,300
A1-100 tickets will be available after May 9th’s performance at Ikebukuro Edge. B Tickets will be available via telephone request on May 11th, between the time of 12:00 and 13:00 (Phone Number: 03-3497-0664). Due to the sudden announcement, note that A and B tickets will be allowed into the venue at the same time (meaning Ticket A1 and B1 will be first to enter, following A2 and B2.) Otherwise, tickets will become available through e+ on 5/18.
Posted in Disbanding, OnemanTags: Fi'Ance.
MANJ゛ to Return
1
May, 2013
A Message from Sel’m:
Thank you for regularly supporting Sel’m.
At this time, our drummer MANJ”will be returning to play at our oneman live【 led madness 】at Shibuya Star lounge on the 22nd of May. He is currently in rehabilitation and after consultation with doctors it has been decided that he is strong enough to make a comeback. We hope that fans and staff will welcome him back warmly.
With MANJ゛’s return on the 22nd, we hope this will be a new start for Sel’m, where we will progress without fail.
Thank you for everything up until now.-Sel’m
Let’s wish him an enthusiastic return this May!
Posted in hospitalizationTags: sel'm
Third Consecutive Release for Alice Nine
30
Apr, 2013
News for Alice Nine fans today! Announced earlier in the week, they’ve given the details for the third and final part of their consecutive release series of singles.
“shooting star” Limited Type A – ￥1890
1. shooting star
2. Affection
3. shooting star (Instrumental)
4. Affection (Instrumental)
DVD
“shooting star” Music Video + Making Of
“Heart of Gold” live performance (Alice Nine Live 2012 Court of “9”＃4 Grand Finale COUNTDOWN LIVE 12.31)
“shooting star” Limited Type B – ￥1890
1. shooting star
2. Affection
3. shooting star (Instrumental)
4. Affection (Instrumental)
DVD
“Affection” Music Video
花霞 (Kasumi) live performance (Alice Nine Live 2012 Court of “9”＃4 Grand Finale COUNTDOWN LIVE 12.31)
“shooting star” Regular Edition – ￥1260
1. shooting star
2. Affection
3. shooting star (Instrumental)
4. Affection (Instrumental)
Source: OHP
Posted in New releaseTags: Alice Nine
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