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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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Posted on September 3, 2009 in Random Fact

random-fact-of-the-day

Another SuG fact? This time its about new member Shinpei! Did you know some brands he loves are PPFM and Vivienne Westwood! Westwood is so popular among these visual bands. Have you seen Shinpei – he looks like a fashionable dude ^^!

shinpei

Posted on September 3, 2009 in New member, News

support-drummer-officially-joins-sug

Ever since former drummer Mitsuru left SuG earlier in the year during May, SuG has had support drummer Shinpei accompany them. Shinpei was added as an official member of the band after their live show at TAKADANOBABA AREA tonight.

Source: vkdb, OHP

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Posted on September 2, 2009 in Random Fact

random-fact-of-the-day

Roadie quiz again!! Ah I feel like we could have a whole test about roadies, there are so many roadies turned bandmates! Today’s victim is….Masato of SuG! Who was he a roadie for?

Give up? Antic Cafe!

Man, I want to roadie for Yanni!!!! Please?

Posted on August 30, 2009 in New release, News, Track Listing

sug-tracklist-of-life%e2%99%a52die

Thanks to Miyu for the head’s up! Seems I.D.Pilot shop put up the tracklist of their new single “Life2Die” which is set to release on October 14th, as we mentioned before.

Well the tracklist for the three type releases is:

Type A
<CD>
1.Life♥2Die
2.heavy+electro+dance+punk

Type B
<CD>
1.Life♥2Die
2.heavy+electro+dance+punk

<DVD>
Life♥2Die PV

Type C
<CD>
1.Life♥2Die
2.heavy+electro+dance+punk
3.16bit HERO

Source: I.D.Pilot

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Posted on August 19, 2009 in Event

v-rock-announced-more-bands

More bands have been announced for the festival. And now who playing when is now known! I would die from so much star power!!

October 24th
abingdon boys school
Alice Nine
ALI PROJECT
Angelo
BOUNTY
BREAKERZ
D
D’espairsRay
D’ERLANGER
ドレミ團 (Doremidan)
イロクイ。(Irokui.)
Kra
Marilyn Manson
Moi dix Mois
ニンジャマンジャパン (Ninjaman-japan)
PENICILLIN
SEX MACHINEGUNS
SOHODOLLS
SuG
高見沢俊彦 (Takamizawa Toshihiko)
ベルベット (VelBet)
ViViD

October 25th
Aoi
And
彩冷える (Ayabie)
D=OUT
DaizyStripper
DuelJewel
exist†trace
heidi.
heidi.
Kagrra,
LM.C
LOVEX
メリー (Merry)
NEGATIVE
-OZ-
サディ (Sadie)
SCREW
土屋アンナ (Tsuchiya Anna)
the Gazette
the Underneath
【_Vani;lla】
Versailles –Philharmonic Quintet- (????)
ヴィドール (Vidoll)

Not sure if Versailles will cancel the appearance here as well.

Source: Myspace, HP

Posted on July 23, 2009 in Random Fact

random-fact-of-the-day

Hey, hey, hey! It’s Big Ern back again for another random fact!
Today, our fact comes from Takeru of SuG. It seems that SuG is on tour and had to cross over onto a ferry (which is Takeru’s ‘worst nightmare’?) But he did it for his fans! Aww.

According to his blog:

I finally made it to Hokkaido after riding that wretched ferry.

I just got off.

Darn it!

Before I go back to Tokyo, I’m going to make sure to suck the life-force out of everyone who comes to see us. (laugh)

Bye(・ω・)ノシ

So, S-T readers, what are some of your worst experiences or nightmares? And have you had to face them already?

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Posted on July 8, 2009 in Cool, Event, Lives, News

v-rock-festival-09

I don’t believe this was posted about before, but if so, please excuse me.

I’m excited about this so much! Check out the main site at http://v-rockfes.com/ for more information, as well as a line-up of most of the artists.
A few of them are: Versailles, the Gazette, SuG, D’espairsRay, Sadie, ヴィドール, Moi dix Mois, etc…

In 2009 JAPAN will set its attention to the WORLD!
We proudly present this year’s Festival of Festivals!
In October 2009 more than 50 artists will participate
in the world’s largest visual-kei festival ever…V-ROCK!

For two days on four stages Makuhari Messe will be transformed into sacred ground.
More than 50 bands from overseas and Japan will provide the greatest live spectacle ever!

As well as space for live performances there will be space for other events made available for you:
A lobby area where you can meet artists and participate in events
An international food court where you can sample foods of the world
Space where you can purchase exclusive event/artist goods
A flea market where you can sell your own goods
Areas where you can freshen up and rest and relax

On July 19th, 2009 (Japan time) the madness begins!
For those living outside of Japan, you can purchase tickets as part of a tour-package.

GENERAL INFORMATION
DATE: October, 24th (SAT)-25th (SUN)
VENUE: CHIBA MAKUHARI MESSE
TICKET: 1-DAY TICKET 12,000 JPY (tax-included) / 2-DAY TICKET 20,000 JPY (tax-included)

Source: V-RockFes.com

Posted on July 4, 2009 in Cool, New release

sug-releases-again-and-again

This news was sent in by Miyu…thanks!

It appears SuG will be releasing two consecutive singles~! The first is Life2Die and it will out on October 14th. The second release is P!NK masquerade and you can get it on November 18th.

ST reader Miyu also pointed out this:

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Source: OHP

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  • Jinx: Yay! They got the opening theme this time!
  • Ku: This is extremely disappointing to me. I adore Calmando Qual but Kiwamu doesn’t deserve...
  • Jinx: Damn. Not another one.
  • Lara: I have 15 cats ^ ^
  • Lara: There music is really good, quite heavy rock ^ ^
  • Ann: Aaaaah, i love Suicide Ali AND i also love Calmando Qual. After GPKism came to South...
  • nyuh: interesting indeeeeed o____O
  • Noora: Awesome, awesome news!!!
  • K: Yap, it’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’ style… great. Not the boring...
  • Shizuka: Someone watched the new Alice movie too often huh? XD Tak looks so cool in that pic :D

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