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BtrueTV – GazettE Ruki & Uruha Interview
Posted on February 8, 2010 in Interview, Translation

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This interview is quite a few years old, I believe, but it’s not from too far back. It’s the TV interview from ‘BtrueTV’ with The GazettE members Ruki and Uruha, where they talk about everything from how GazettE formed, their gigs overseas, foie gras and Nintendo DS.

I have also occassionaly added notes to further explain some of the translations in small print in []s.

I really enjoyed this interview – hope you all do too :)

Presenter: I will now introduce today’s guests; two members from the very popular Visual-kei band, GazettE!
Ruki: I am the vocalist, Ruki.
Uruha: I am the guitarist, Uruha.
Presenter: I always listen to your songs and watch you on TV, so I’m very happy to have the chance to meet you!
Uruha: Thank you very much.
Ruki: (laughs)
Presenter: I’m not lying!
Ruki: Oh, really?
Presenter: You looked at me as if to say I was lying.
Ruki: Well, yes.
Presenter: Of course not! I always enjoy watching you.
Ruki & Uruha: Thank you very much.
Presenter: You fit with the mood of my cafe very well today!
Ruki: Yeah, I think we did alright. It’s a good job I didn’t come in a t-shirt!
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random fact of the day
Posted on January 7, 2010 in Random Fact

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I hear Ruki of Gazette has a shopping habit. He is pretty fashionable. He claims if he ever won the lottery he would totally spend it on a shopping spree!

What would you do if you won the lottery?

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the GazettE Christmas Eve and Tour
Posted on December 26, 2009 in News, Tour

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This year, the GazettE performed their first Christmas Eve live! For anyone who’s interested in checking out photos of the performance, Barks.jp have posted a couploe which you can view here.

According to the live report on Barks.jp, from the morning of the live around 20000 fans gathered, many wearing Christmas clothes, at the livehouse.

If you’re interested in the set-list, you can view it here.

the GazettE will also be having a fanclub member only tour in the new year that kicks off in March. Dates and venues are as follows:
March 5th @ ZEPP FUKUOKA
March 7th @ SINKIBA STUDIO COAST
March 8th @ SINKIBA STUDIO COAST
March 10th @ ZEPP NAGOYA
March 11th @ ZEPP NAGOYA
March 15th @ CLUB CITTA’ KAWASAKI
March 17th @ ZEPP TOKYO
March 19th @ ZEPP SAPPORO
March 21st @ ZEPP SENDAI
March 25th @ YOKOHAMA BLITZ
March 26th @ YOKOHAMA BLITZ
March 30th @ ZEPP OSAKA
March 31st @ ZEPP OSAKA

Source: Barks.jp

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Ruki designs for ABNORMAL [EYE]DENTITY
Posted on December 14, 2009 in Cool, Fashion

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Looks like Ruki is collaborating with ABNORMAL [EYE]DENTITY in creating 5 types of glasses with prices ranging from 22,050 – 27,300 yen (which can be about $240.00 to $300.00 USD). The first pair of glasses have already started to receive orders (they started on December 8th) and are now sold out! To reserve your pair check out the site here.

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Ruki goes on to describe that Model 1-2 are simple and classic. A sense of fun with a classic cross motif. Model 3-4 are made to have large frames and lens. Model 5 is a classic model with turtle shell.


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If you go to the BENT Mobile site with your phone you can see video, behind the scene and comments with Ruki. Seems like he really had fun with this project! Would you pay that amount for glasses designed by Ruki?

Source: Famima

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SNAKED LOWS 2nd Collection
Posted on November 3, 2009 in Fashion

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About a year ago, we talked about how Reita from The GazettE was teaming up with DEAL DESIGN’s Yamashita to create a new accessory brand, 「SNAKED LOWS」.

The brand has announced that they are now releasing their second collection, which includes a wallet and key chain. They are items that are designed for their ease of use, and can be used every day, or on special occasions.

So first up is the “ROUND CUT WALLET”, which is made from tanned cowhide cut into a gentle curve, and balanced with python leather. The design shares similar characteristics to that of a biker style wallet, with added silver parts to give it a beautiful finish. (Click photos in enlarge).

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The wallet comes in three colours, “BLACK-PYTHON”, “DIAMOND-PYTHON” and “RED-PYTHON”, all of which cost 42000 yen (roughly $465 USD). Inside, it can hold up to ten cards, there are two places for bills, as well as a coin slot. The first 100 people who buy the wallet will receive an original poster featuing Reita and Yamashita.

The second item is the “COFFIN CUT KEY CHAIN”. This one is an accessary which is simple, yet thick and heavy (perfect for not losing your keys). The brand name is carefully carved into the design, giving it a wonderful finishing touch.

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The keychains come in three colours as well, silver, black brass and brass. The silver version costs 36750 yen (roughly $410 USD), whereas the black brass and brass types are 16800 yen (around $185 USD). Those who order first will receive a special key cover as well; there are only 50 of the silver type, and 100 of both the black brass and bass types.

For more information about each product, check out the SNAKED LOWS 2nd Collection page on DEAL DESIGN.

Source: the GazettE OHP

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“BEFORE I DECAY” Cover Art
Posted on September 24, 2009 in New release, News

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As we mentioned here, the GazettE are releasing a new single on October 7th entitled “BEFORE I DECAY”.

The cover arts were posted on Brand-X today, you can see them below:

the limited edition one;
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the regular edition one;
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Since they are released soon, if you haven’t ordered your copy yet, be sure and do so!
You can order here if you like;

limited edition
regular edition

Source: brand-x and CDJapan

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the GazettE [A HYMN OF THE CRUCIFIXION]
Posted on September 10, 2009 in News, Oneman

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GazettE will have a live on December 24th (XMAS!) at Tokyo BIG SIGHT called [A HYMN OF THE CRUCIFIXION]. Tickets are 6,800-7,300 yen, and will be available from November 28th. 

Source: OHP, BMA

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the GazettE new live DVD
Posted on September 8, 2009 in New release

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the GazettE has just announced that they will be releasing a brand-new DVD titled 「TOUR09 -DIM SCENE- FINAL AT SAITAMA SUPER ARENA」 with the footage of their tour final from the 5th of September. It’ll be sold in 2 types. The limited will cost 9,765 yen and contain 2 DVDs together with a bonus disc 「マルチアングル映像」 (Multi-angle Eizou), a 60-page booklet and it’ll come in a special packaging. However, the regular type will cost only 6,090 yen.

Source: OHP

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See the GazettE on ‘net TV today only!
Posted on July 19, 2009 in Cool, Event, Other, TV

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This is pretty cool news for Gazette fans. As posted on a myspace bulletin:

Only on July 19th at 4:30 pm in Japan time！They will hold a special television performance to commemorate the release of their long awaited new album “DIM”！
The attendance of all five members of the GazettE, who have proven their strength in the past, will no doubt cause a panic at the Harajuku Ame-Star Studios!
the GazettE’s new album “DIM” was released just a short time ago, and a special preview version of the music video for “THE INVISIBLE WALL” is viewable on their official MySpace!
Their appearance at a satellite studio is quite rare!! Will they will show off their unique personalities as they discuss “DIM”?
You can also watch via the web! Don’t miss this rare opportunity, you won’t find another one like it!
One time only! Everyone, use the ‘net to send your feelings to the GazettE!

The special program will go on air from 4:30 pm on July 19th.
Only 400 people will be able to watch the GazettE up close from outside the studio. But nobody will stop you from watching them online!
All you the GazettE fans, get ready to take over the studio!

Be sure to visit Ameba Broadcasting today!

http://studio.ameba.jp/index.do

Source:  Official Myspace

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New single for the GazettE
Posted on July 18, 2009 in New release

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After launching its fourth album, DIM on the last day July 15, The Gazette has prepared the launch of a new single for the day October 7 called   BEFORE I DECAY in regular and limited versions.

Besides the title-track, the single includes the song Damashi and will bring a limited edition bonus DVD with the clip of BEFORE I Decay, a Digipack packaging.

Source:OHP

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V-ROCK FESTIVAL 09
Posted on July 8, 2009 in Cool, Event, Lives, News

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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

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the GazettE’s new PV preview
Posted on June 19, 2009 in PV, Track Listing, YouTube

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Much thanks to Micah Ely for informing us that the GazettE have a preview on their site of their newest PV for The Invisible Wall, which is off their upcoming album release 「DIM」.

There is an audio preview on Kai’s radio program and there is also a preview of the PV, which is sort of cool from what I can see!

Also, I’m not sure if the complete track list for 「DIM」 was posted here, so here it is, just in case someone hasn’t seen it yet:

DIM -LIMITED EDITION-

15 JUL 2009 Release KICS-91479 3,780Yen (Tax-in)
[ContentS]
01. ｢HAKURI｣
02. THE INVISIBLE WALL
03. A MOTH UNDER THE SKIN
04. LEECH
05. NAKIGAHARA
06. ｢E RI KA｣
07. HEADACHE MAN
08. GUREN
09. ｢SHIKYUU｣
10. 13STAIRS[-]1
11. DISTRESS AND COMA
12. ｢KANSYOKU｣
13. SHIROKI YUUTSU
14. IN THE MIDDLE OF CHAOS
15. ｢MOUROU｣
16. OGRE
17. DIM SCEN

Source: Myspace, OHP

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the GazettE to appear at movie screening!
Posted on June 17, 2009 in Cool, Event, Other

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Well, this little piece of news got me pretty excited! I do wish I could go, even though I’m not much of an ‘action’ type movie lover myself.

the GazettE have supplied songs to film soundtracks twice in the past, but this July for the very first time they will be participating in an advance screening event!

The film is called “Hard Revenge, Millie~Bloody Battle”, and is said to be a good old fashioned ultra-violent, Japanese action film starring female action star Mizuno Miki.

Movie-goers will also be presented with limited edition “Hard Revenge…” x the GazettE memo pad as a gift for attending the film.

What kind of performance will they put on for theater goers? We can’t wait to find out!

Don’t forget about the advance sale of tickets for the GazettE’s tour final show to overseas fans. Read all about it right here!

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Source: MUSIC JAPAN+, Myspace bulletin

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Costume update for the GazettE
Posted on June 3, 2009 in Costumes

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Looks like the Gazette band members have a new group image for their OHP and their Official MySpace page.
Pretty cool right? I hope they post another one soon, hopefully it will be a bit clearer, to see them better.

Picture provided to me by the lovely Mikki! Thank you so much!

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Source: Myspace, OHP

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Random fact of the day
Posted on May 28, 2009 in Random Fact

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Lets talk about hobbies! Do you know what Kai of the GazettE likes to do on his free time? COOK!!!

Good then he’ll make someone really happy with that talent. Speaking of cooking, I had the best black beans tonight!! YUM! What are your favorite foods?

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the GazettE’s new look
Posted on March 9, 2009 in Costumes

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They have a new look for their new PV 「DISTRESS AND COMA」. Which will be released March 25.

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Many of you have probably already seen it, but what are your thoughts on the new appearance?
I think it’s pretty nice. I love Ruki’s hair and Aoi’s isn’t so bad either.

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“She likes it hard”.
Posted on February 27, 2009 in News

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The second type [Auditory Impression] of the GazettE’s new single, 「DISTRESS AND COMA」, which is coming out on March 25th has a third track called 「WITHOUT A TRACE」.

As it turns out, that track will be used as the ending song for the upcoming movie, 「ハードリベンジ、ミリー　ブラッディバトル」 (Hard Revenge, Milly Bloody Battle) that will be released in Japan this summer!

For more information about the movie, you can check it’s OHP. I have to say, the tag-line, made me giggle.

Source: PSCompany Staff Blog

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  • Hitsunyan: :’D Im so shallow but, their hair is fiiiit xD

  • marushia: yippie, I can’t wait to see it and hear it too

  • marushia: that’s one fatty cute cat. I have 9…seriously

  • marushia: I look foward to hear their music

  • marushia: I have to see the anime to see if is worth heidi’s song.

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  • nyuh: omg yay eek asdfghjkl (bored) That was really a pleasant vid/song! retardozm is love!

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