• Interview with L~Lotus~

    L~Lotus~ is a five-piece band comprising of three ex. as milk members – 蓮華 (Renka) on vocals, saki and Takayuki on guitars, masato on bass, and YUJI on drums. They officially began their activities on March 6th and have released three digital singles to date: 「worry」 on May 19th, 「snow」 on May 26th, and 「tree」 on June 2nd. The members of L~Lotus~ sat down with us to answer a couple of questions, so give it a read to get to know them better! We’d like to thank JapanFiles... Read→

  • Interview with -LEON-

    -LEON- is a five-piece band from Gunma comprising of Yuji on vocals, Shin and Koya on guitars, Yamato on bass, and Masashi on drums. Mixing Asian cultural influences with visual rock, -LEON- has a heavy, modern sound with a distinct, ethereal flavor. On December 13th, the band released their first three track mini-album, 「REGULUS」 along with a PV for their song, 「Kokou ni Tou Tsuioku no Kagen no Tsuki」. The members of -LEON- took time to answer a few of our questions, so take a read through... Read→

  • Interview with GLACIER

    GLACIER is a five-member group from Okinawa, comprising of Makoto on vocals, Nao on lead guitar, Koujirou on rhythm guitar, Aki on bass, and Yuuki on drums. The band formed in July 2007 and made their major debut a year later on July 23rd. They have released a full album and six singles to date with their seventh single, 「愛の降る街」 (Ai no Furu Machi) which is the third installment of a 7-month digital release project, coming out on June 30th through JapanFiles and on iTunes. The members... Read→

  • Interview with O-PARTS

    O-PARTS is a two-man unit that started in June of 2009, formed by vocalist sho-ka (ex. Vogus Image) and bassist Jun (GaGaaalinG, ex. WAIVE). On August 20th, they released their first maxi-single entitled 「向日葵」 (Himawari) which included four tracks, all of which made it into the top ten of the Oricon Indies ranking. On May 26th, their second maxi-single, 「煌[kou]」 was released and will be available through JapanFiles from June 6th. Both sho-ka and Jun took time out of their busy schedules... Read→

  • Interview with Kaya

    In 2002, Kaya made his vocal debut in the Mana produced two-man unit, Schwarz Stein. In 2004, Schwarz Stein disbanded, and departing from the label the band was signed to, Kaya became a free singer. Using “aesthetics” as his main theme, Kaya conducts his activities with the goals of “the revolution of the aesthetic senses” and the “liberation of sexuality” in mind, and manages his own lyrics, CD jacket designs, make-up and costume designs as well as the organization... Read→

  • Interview with born

    born is a five member band that began together under RENNY AMY, which was active from August 2005, until December 31st, 2006. Shortly after, the same five members created D&L, and eventually changed their name to ‘born’ on April 9th, 2008 with the sponsored event at Takadanobaba AREA called “born presents 「bug scremo vol.01」”. About a week later, they released their first demonstration single, entitled 「Dust pain」, which was followed by the tour, 「Abnormal skin’s」. Since... Read→

  • Interview with Satsuki

    砂月-Satsuki- began his solo career on February 14th, 2009, after spending seven years as the vocalist for RENTRER EN SOI. His first solo release, 「AWAKE」 came out via his online shop on May 9th, and that month he also started his 「AWAKENING TO MOONLIGHT」 tour, which even made a stop in Los Angeles, California. His next release, 「CRYSTAL」 was out on August 21st, which was followed by his 「PEER INTO YOUR CRYSTAL HEART」 tour, where he preformed in both Tokyo and Las Vegas, Nevada. ... Read→

Posted on September 1, 2010 in New release, Oneman

sugs-first-dvd-single

SuG have announced that they’ll be releasing their first DVD-single on November 17th.

The title of the single will be 「無条件幸福論」(Mujouken Koufukuron) and it will come in two types, both for 1800 yen. Each type will include a PV to the title song and some special footage. According to CDJapan, Type A will also include ” recording scene, shooting jacket and video clip (making-of), off shot of live performance in Taiwan and Singapore, and more” and Type B – “shooting jacket, audition scene, and more”

Don’t forget to pre-order the release and support the band: Type A & Type B

Anyway, to commemorate the release the band will have a short standing oneman tour called 『crazy“LIVE”coaster』:

December 14th @ Nagoya Electric LadyLand
December 15th @ OSAKA MUSE
December 18th @ SHIBUYA-AX

Source: OHP, CDJapan

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Posted on July 1, 2010 in New release, News, Release

live-dvd-and-single-release-from-sug

Still remember that Lisa told here about SuG’s plans to release a live DVD of their performance at Akasaka BLITZ on May 9th? Finally there is more news about it – together with a new single information!

The live DVD, 『SuG TOUR 2010 TOKYO MUZiCAL HOTEL』 will be released in two types August 25th. Standard Edition costs 3,800 yen and includes only the live performance without MCs. Deluxe Edition costs 5,800 yen and comes with two discs and 20 pages photobook. Disc one will have the performance (with MCs) and disc two is a tour document.

You can already pre-order them from CD Japan:
Standard Edition
Deluxe Edition

On September 1st comes out their single「R.P.G.~Rockin’ Playing Game」. It will be released in three types and the title song is opening theme for 「FAIRY TAIL」 anime.

Limited Edition CD+DVD 1,850 yen (Pre-order @ CD Japan)
[CD]
01.R.P.G.~Rockin’ Playing Game
02.don’t stop da muzic
[DVD]
「R.P.G.~Rockin’ Playing Game」VIDEO CLIP

Regular Edition (CD Only) 1,550 yen (Pre-order @ CD Japan)
01.R.P.G.~Rockin’ Playing Game
02.don’t stop da muzic
03.16bit HERO3

FAIRY TAIL cover (CD+DVD) 1,850 yen (Pre-order @ CD Japan)
[CD]
01.R.P.G.~Rockin’ Playing Game
02.don’t stop da muzic
[DVD]
「FAIRY TAIL」opening video

Source: CD Japan, OHP

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Posted on June 24, 2010 in News

sug-no-longer-coming-to-singapore

Thanks again to all of our readers who sent this in!

Although SuG was planning on heading to Singapore to take place in the SINGAPORE COSPLAY CLUB’S SUG EVENT, “JAPAN ROMANCE” on June 26th and 27th, due to “unforeseen circumstances” the band will no longer be making an appearance.

SGCafe posted on their online forum:

It is with our deepest regrets that,due to some unforseen circumstances, SUG is unable to attend our event this coming weekend. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Source: SGCafe’s Forum, Member’s Blogs

Posted on June 23, 2010 in Cool, Event, News, Overseas

sug-in-singapore-june-26-27

Thanks to everyone who sent this in.

SuG, who we announced over here are going to Singapore in July, are actually going even earlier than that for a different event!

SuG will be special guests, and perform at a free event on June 26th and 27th. The event, entitled “JAPAN ROMANCE” is hosted by Singapore Cosplay Club.

Here is the full information the club posted:

SINGAPORE COSPLAY CLUB’S SUG EVENT
“JAPAN ROMANCE” 26th -27th June 2010

Venue: Orchard Central
Dates: 26th June 2010, 27th June 2010
Time: 11am – 9.00pm
Address: 181 Orchard Road
Admission: Free

The Singapore Cosplay Club is proud to present JAPAN ROMANCE featuring SUG as the star artistes!

SUG will be having an autography/photo session and a gig on the 26th June 2010. In a rare guesture, the SUG will also be the judges for Singapore Cosplay Club’s Asia Cosplay Meet!

The Singapore Cosplay Club has invited SUG as a judge for Asia Cosplay Meet’s regional round, Asia Cosplay Meet Phillippines that will be hosted on the 27th June 2010 concurrently with Japan Romance via internet live streaming.

There will also be booths selling Japanese items like anime merchandise and games.

Program
26th June 2010

11.00am Opening of event booths

4.00pm SUG GIG!!

27th June 2010

11.00am Opening of event booths

2.00pm Asia Cosplay Meet regional rounds screening

4.00pm Asia Cosplay Meet Philippines Judging by SUG

The 27th June 2010 is a cosplay day because the Asia Cosplay Meet’s regional round is taking place, so we invite everybody to come cosplay together with Philippines!

For all enquries about Japan Romance and SUG’s appearance, please direct them to japanromance@sgcosplayclub.org

Japan Romance is supported by Japan Airlines(official airlines), Japan National Tourist Organisation (JNTO) and Yokoso Japan!

Source: SCC

Posted on May 27, 2010 in Event, Lives, News, Overseas

lm-c-and-sug-go-to-singapore

Great news for fans in Singapore!
It has been confirmed that this year at Singapore’s Sundown Festival, both LM.C and SuG will be performing!

The performance will take place at Universal Studios Singapore®, Resorts World™ Sentosa on July 31st, and the show will start at approximately 8pm.

Tickets are $118 SGD and are already available from SISTIC!

So, how many Singaporean readers here are LM.C and/or SuG fans?

Source: SuG community, Sundown Festival OHP

Posted on May 22, 2010 in Costumes, News, Oneman

sug

From their Tokyo tour final show, 「SuG TOUR 2010“TOKYO MUZiCAL HOTEL”」, SuG are scheduling to release a live DVD of their show at Akasaka BLITZ!
No details are available as of yet, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated!

Furthermore, the band has a brand new look for their 2nd major single:

Along with their new look comes a Oneman Show called 「Sparkling Hot Shot☆~着火せよ!!大胆エモーション~」 (Sparkling Hot Shot☆~Chakkaseyo!! Daitan Emotion~) at Shibuya’s C.C Lemon Hall on August 29th!!

Tickets for this show are 4725 yen and are available from July 10th at Ticket Peer, Lawson Tickets, CN Playguide and e+

So, who is excited about the DVD?

Source: Takeru’s blog, OHP

Posted on April 26, 2010 in Event, News

lolita23qs-important-announcement

On June 9th, Lolita23q have an important announcement to make!

That night, they will hold a live at Shibuya O-EAST entitled「THE LIVE」, and they will perform as 重大発表-ロリヰタ-23区@セッション (Juudai happyou – Lolita23q @ session), with the line-up as the same, just that Ryosuke will be on vocals and that they have a support bassist named コゴエ (Kogoe) (ex-キナルラ (kenllre), ex-GHOST as Shuon).

Reservation tickets have closed, however, you can still purchase for 3800 yen from May 8th or at the door for 4300 yen.

Doors will open at 16:30 and the the show will begin at 17:00.

Other bands that will be performing at「THE LIVE」will be アンド (AND), Mix Speaker’s,Inc., ViViD, ダウト (D=OUT) and SuG.

So, what do you think the announcement is?

Source: OHP

Posted on April 18, 2010 in New release

2nd-major-single-for-sug

SuG have announced that they’ll be releasing their 2nd major single on the 30th of June!

It will be entitled 「小悪魔Sparkling」 (Koakuma Sparkling) and come in 3 types: 2 limited ones for 1890 yen each and a regular for 1575 yen.

Limited Edition Type A: [Pre-order!]

【CD】
01. 小悪魔Sparkling (Koakuma Sparkling)
02. Five Starz ~五枚目俳優~ (Five Starz ~Go Maime Haiyuu~)

【DVD】
01. 小悪魔Sparkling PV (Koakuma Sparkling)

Regular Edition Type B: [Pre-order!]

【CD】
01. 小悪魔Sparkling (Koakuma Sparkling)
02. Five Starz ~五枚目俳優~ (Five Starz ~Go Maime Haiyuu~)

【DVD】
01. Five Starz ~五枚目俳優~ PV (Five Starz ~Go Maime Haiyuu~)

Regular Edition Type C: [Pre-order!]

【CD】
01. 小悪魔Sparkling (Koakuma Sparkling)
02. Five Starz ~五枚目俳優~ (Five Starz ~Go Maime Haiyuu~)
03. 夏音 -kanon-

According to the OHP you will get a bonus trading card with the regular type, one type randomly chosen from five.

Source: OHP

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Posted on March 6, 2010 in Event, Session

ps-company-event

Well isn’t this interesting!
PS Company will be having an event on May 30th entitled 「TRIBAL ARIVALL Vol.100」at Shibuya AX!
The bands featuring are Alice Nine, Kra, SuG, SCREW, ViViD and also, a “mystery session band” formed by the company, THE 東京 HIGH BLACK (THE TOKYO HIGH BLACK)!

Tickets will go on sale from March 27th until May 26th and are 7,500 yen for standing while seat tickets are 8,000 yen, with an additional 500 yen for drinks.
Doors will be open at 16:00 and the event will start at 16:45.

So, any idea who will be in this mystery session band?

Source: OHP, SuG LJ community

Posted on February 12, 2010 in Random Fact

random-fact-of-the-day

When asked about their goals for the future as a major band, new member/drummer Shinpei replied with this answer!

“I would like us to play at Nippon Budokan”

Interesting, what do think SuG will accomplish as newly major artists?

Posted on January 23, 2010 in News

sug-signs-with-clj-records

Thanks to Milou for the heads-up!

Another band has signed with a European label, this time SuG with CLJ Records! CLJ have posted a following announcement on their site:

We are very proud to announce our brand-new signing – SuG

Stay tuned for the digital release of their Major Debut Single “gr8 story” and the European release of the new album “TOKYO MUZiCAL HOTEL”!

Both will be released simoultaneous to the Japanese release “gr8 story” at the 27th January and “TOKYO MUZiCAL HOTEL” at March 9th.

More details will follow as soon as possible!

Source: CLJ Records

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Posted on January 17, 2010 in New release, Tour

sugs-new-album

Although they celebrated their major debut on January 27th with a new single, 「gr8 story」, SuG have announced that on March 9th, they will be releasing a major debut album called 「TOKYO MUZiCAL HOTEL」!

The album is coming out in two types, a first press edition and a regular press edition.

The first press edition costs 3900 yen, and contains the 13 track CD, along with a DVD that has 40 minutes worth of footage of behind the scenes at a PV shooting. Also included is a 48 page photobook.

CD Tracklist [First Press]
01. gr8 story
02. Life♥2Die[album mix]
03. Block Party MonstAr
04. 39GalaxyZ[album mix]
05. 武士道-bushido-FREAKY
06. UMBILICAL[new arrange version]
07. 薫 (Kaori)
08. P!NK masquerade.[album mix]
09. L.E.D Ghosty
10. KARMA DISCORD
11. 16bit HERO 2
12. little lover boy
13. dot.0

The regular press edition is 3009 yen, and instead includes 18 tracks. The first releases of this version will also come with one of five randomly selected trading cards.

CD Tracklist [Regular Press]
01. million $orchestra
02. gr8 story
03. Life♥2Die[album mix]
04. Block Party MonstAr
05. early morning children
06. 39GalaxyZ[album mix]
07 .武士道-bushido-FREAKY
08. sweet box refrain
09. UMBILICAL[new arrange version]
10. 薫 (Kaori)
11. industrial police
12. P!NK masquerade.[album mix]
13. L.E.D Ghosty
14. KARMA DISCORD
15. super kawaiiii
16. 16bit HERO 2
17. little lover boy
18. dot.0

Along with the release, they’re having a 「TOKYO MUZiCAL HOTEL」 tour:
April 13th @ Nagoya ell.FITSALL
April 14th @ OSAKA MUSE
April 16th @ Fukuoka DRUM Be-1
April 18th @ Okayama IMAGE
April 27th @ Sapporo mole
April 29th @ Sendai HooK
May 9th @ Akasaka BLITZ

All tickets cost 3990 yen.

The band has set up a special section on their OHP for the release, nothing special, but you can check it out here.

Source: Brand-x, OHP

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Posted on December 8, 2009 in Cool, Costumes

sugs-song-in-anime

SuG will be celebrating their first major release in January which we told you about that over here. Now it seems a song from their release gr8 story will be used as an ending for the very popular anime KateiKyoushi Hitman REBORN! The song will air on January 9th!

sugnew

Source: Music Japan

Posted on December 1, 2009 in Major, New release

sug-goes-major

SuG has annonounced that their new single, 「gr8 story」 which comes out on January 27th, will mark their major debut!

The single is coming out in two types; a first press edition that costs 1889 yen and contains the single plus a DVD with the 「gr8 story」 PV. the regular press edition is 1575 yen, and contains there tracks.

Tracklist
1. gr8 story
2. milk tune
3. G☆E☆T☆G (Regular press only)

To go along with the news, the band has given their OHP a renewal, and you are able to listen to samples of their new songs!

Check it out: http://www.indie-psc.com/sug

Source: vkdb, OHP

Posted on November 25, 2009 in Cool, Costumes

sugs-costumes-on-display

SuG has posted on their OHP that their 「Left2Die」 costumes are available for viewing at ZEAL LINK in Shibuya!

So, if you’re in the area stop by and check it out!
For all those who can’t make it, they’ve posted a photo on their OHP:

sugzeal

Source: Indie PSC

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Posted on November 15, 2009 in News

members-of-sug-sick

SuG has posted the following announcement on their OHP:

Thank you for always supporting SuG.

Yesterday, our vocalist Takeru and guitarist yuji both went to the hospital after complaining of feeling ill, and were diagnosed with infectious gastroenteritis.

As a result and in accordance to their doctor’s orders, and keeping in mind the safety of everyone attending, SuG are reluctantly unable to perform from November 16th until the 18th.

However, at our scheduled instore event on November 16th at I.D. DEAD PILOT ONE, masato, Chiyu and shinpei will be making an appearance.

The following performances are affected by this news:
November 16th – I.D. DEAD PILOT ONE Instore Event
November 17th – Serial⇔NUMBER Sponsored Event at Osaka MUSE
November 18th – Serial⇔NUMBER Sponsored Event at Nagoya E.L.L

Information regarding refunds for the lives on the 17th and 18th will be available in a few days.

For those of you who were looking forward to our live, we offer our heartfelt apologies.

The members themselves hope that in a few days they will be able to meet with everyone, in perfect health.

We hope that you can give us your understanding.

PSCompany
SuG

Source: OHP

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Posted on November 14, 2009 in Sampling, Site

pnk-masquerade-pv-preview

SuG Have opened a special page on their OHP for the release of their new single, 「P!NK masquerade」 that’s coming out on November 18th.

The page doesn’t have a whole lot on it, but they have information about the single, about instore events, and a preview of the PV!

If you’re a SuG fans and interested, check it out: http://www.indie-psc.com/sug/pinkmasquerade

Source: OHP

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Posted on October 30, 2009 in Fashion

takeru-a-shop-manager-for-a-day

A few days ago, we talked about SuG teaming up with MALKO MALKA for two special collaborative items.

Well, they have now announced that Takeru will become a shop manager for one day at La Foret in Harajuku, which sells MALKO MALKA goods. On December 4th, Takeru will be working at the store, however, his stint as shop manager will be short lived, as it’s from 8:30pm until the store closes, at 10:30pm.

MALKO MALKA and SuG have also created a few special items, that are limited in number and are available only to those who reserve. Reservations are available from now until November 8th, and again from November 9th until the 27th. Those who reserve during the first session receive their items in December, and those who reserve in the second won’t get them until January.

What are the goods? Well, they have a jumper priced at 31290 yen, a backpack that’s 13440 yen and a tote bag which costs 8190 yen.

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For more information, check out malkomalka.com.

Source: Indie PSC, ZOZOPEOPLE

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Posted on October 2, 2009 in Myspace

sug-myspace

As of today, SuG has opened up their official MySpace!

Show your support by adding them, and you can check out some songs while you’re at it!
http://www.myspace.com/sugofficial

Source: Indie PSC

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Posted on September 16, 2009 in New release

sugs-november-single

The second part of SuG’s two month consecutive release campaign is coming out on November 18th, and titled 「P!NK masquerade.」.

The release is coming out in two types; a first press edition and a regular press edition.

First Press – 1890 yen
・P!NK masquerade.
・Steeze〜直角バリ堅すっぴん派〜 (Chokkaku Bari kata Suppin Ha)

Also comes with a DVD containing the PV for the title track.

Regular Press – 1890 yen
・P!NK masquerade.
・Steeze〜直角バリ堅すっぴん派〜 (Chokkaku Bari kata Suppin Ha)
・かぎりのつき、きみにつむぐ (Kagiri no tsuki, Kimi ni Tsumugu)

Both versions also come with a trading card.

Source: Brand-x

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