The next online Viju☆Love☆Cafe is scheduled for Sunday, November 6. The program, hosted by Akemi Oshima and Biju the Cat, will be broadcast at 14:00 JST (convert time here). Special guests include: Chisato (PENICILLIN), Teruki (An Cafe), aicle, DNR, Seremedy, Kaya, DaizyStripper, Lolita 23q, TaKt, and ShiroRooM.
The program will be re-broadcast on November 6 at 24:00 JST and Saturday, November 12 at 21:00 JST.
Viju☆Love☆Cafe broadcast here
Monday, October 31, 2011
PV Preview for Nightmare's "Ray of Light"
Avex released a PV preview for Nightmare's new song "Ray of Light." The 1:18 minute long preview is available from the avex YouTube channel.
"Ray of Light" PV preview here
"Ray of Light" PV preview here
Sunday, October 30, 2011
ViViD New Release & Nico Nico Broadcast with Special Kra Appearance
ViViD will release a new single on November 3. The new single, “Fake,” will be their third single. They will also be broadcasting a show on Nico Nico on October 31 at 22:00 JST (convert time here). Kra has announced that vocalist Keiyuu and drummer Yasuno will also make appearances.
ViViD OHP hereViViD media schedule here
Nico Nico link here
SCREW to Release New Album & Spring Tour
Indie band SCREW announced on their OHP today that they will be releasing a new album on February 15, 2012. The new album will be called 「糜爛-BIRAN-」. More information will be announced soon. They also announced that they have decided to do a Spring Oneman tour in 2012.
SCREW OHP here
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Akemi Oshima Shares Link to Jasmine You Tribute Song
Esprit D'Air Offers Download Discount
London-based visual band Esprit D'Air is now offering a 70% discount on the download of their single 「出逢い」 "Deai". Enter the discount code "deai29".
Deai download here
Deai download here
Thursday, October 27, 2011
YELLOW FRIED CHICKENz Announce Second Release
YELLOW FRIED CHICKENz, featuring Gackt, will be releasing their second CD single, “All My Love/You Are the Reason” on December 28. The group will also be doing live performances on November 5 and 6.
ダウト New Single & Oneman Live in November
ダウト (D=Out) will be releasing a new single on November 2. The new single, titled「全身全霊ＬＩＶＥＳ」(Zenshin Zenrei LIVES), will be released in three types. The band will also appear in a oneman live on November 23, 2011 at Shibuya-AX. The live, titled 「Life is LIVE'11～まさに人生とはライブだ！～」, will begin at 17:30 JST.
Fool’s Mate Vol. 362 on Sale 10/29
Fool’s Mate Vol. 362 (December 2011) will be released on October 29. The magazine will feature ViViD on the cover, as well as features for Acid Black Cherry, Golden Bomber, YELLOW FRIED CHICKENz, baroque, Angelo, and more.
Fool’s Mate Vol. 362 information here
Kra Has Upcoming “Tortilla!” Tour & Radio Appearance
On November 14, Kra will kick off their 2011 “とるていーや！！(！´°Д°｀！)”(Tortilla!!) tour. The band will also appear on the Nack 5 [Beat Shuffle] program on November 11 at 19:00 JST (convert time here).
Maverick DC Group Presents Jack in the Box 2011
On December 27, 2011, the Jack in the Box 2011 event will take place at the Nippon Budokan hall. Performers will include: 44MAGNUM, MUCC, SID, and girugamesh, among others.
Jack in the Box event page here
Girugamesh Updates OHP & News
Girugamesh recently changed the look of their OHP and updated their news and information. They have announced the release of a new live DVD, featuring footage from their February 2011 Oneman. The DVD will be released in February 2012. They have also announced dates and times for a 13-day live appearance at Shibuya WWW. The new website includes a page for PVs and PV previews.
Girugamesh OHP here
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Alice Nine to Release New Single in December
Alice Nine will be releasing a new single on December 21, 2011. The new single, 「虹の雪」(Niji no Yuki), was composed by vocalist, Shou. The Limited Edition versions of this single will included live DVD footage from their 7th THEATER anniversary live on September 9, 2011. The Regular Edition will include a bonus track new version of 「 闇ニ散ル桜」 (Yami ni Chiru Sakura).
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
New girugamesh App for Android
Android has released a free "girugamesh" app for its users. The app helps keep fans updated on the band's latest Twitter and blog information and is available from the Android Market.
Android release information here
Android release information here
Crunchyroll Offers Music Videos
Crunchyroll, a website that offers Japanese drama and anime in English, also offers access to some music videos. The site includes profiles and information for bands like LM.C, girugamesh, X Japan, MUCC, Glay, vistlip, and VAMPS, among others.
Crunchyroll Music page here
Golden Bomber New Look & New Single
ゴールデンボンバー (Golden Bomber) has updated their look for their upcoming single release. The new look can be found on their OHP. The new single, 「酔わせてモヒート」（Yowasete Mojito）, will be released on November 23, 2011.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Nightmare Nack 5「Jack in the Box! 」Podcast on iTunes
ナイトメア (Nightmare) has a regular Nack 5 radio podcast. The podcast, called “ナイトメア Jack in the Box!” features vocalist, Yomi, and guitarist, Hitsugi, and airs every Wednesday. It is available as a free subscription from iTunes.
Podcast information here
Miyavi and Kreva Collaborate on Single
Miyavi and Kreva have collaborated on the new single release, “Strong”. The Miyavi vs Kreva “Strong” CD was released on October 5, 2011, in multiple editions. The CD Limited Edition includes a DVD featuring PV footage. The Regular Edition and iTunes version include an “exclusive” MYV version of the song. Clips of the PV footage are also available for viewing from Miyavi’s YouTube Channel.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Nightmare New Look & CD Album
ナイトメア(Nightmare) has a new look for their upcoming self-titled album. “Nightmare” will be released November 23 in three types. The new look and CD track listing can be found on their OHP.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Hear Japan Offers Global Music Downloads
Hear Japan is a global download store for Japanese MP3 music, including visual kei. The online store, located in Yokohama, Japan, offers a variety of music searchable by genre and band, as well as news and artist interviews in English. They are currently accepting suggestions for bands, labels, and albums to add to their store.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Kogure To Appear Live in Cologne
German band Kogure will appear live in Cologne on Saturday, October 29. The performance will be held free of charge at the Historical City Hall. Seating is limited. Information is still forthcoming.
Appearance information will appear here
Appearance information will appear here
Next Nightmare Appearance on Nico Nico Web on 10/25
Nightmare’s next appearance on their Nico Nico web show, “Bakuretsu! Nightmare,” will be Wednesday, October 25. The show airs at 23:00 JST (convert time here). Nico Nico registered members may timeshift if they cannot watch the live show.
“Bakuretsu! Nightmare” show airs here
L’Arc~en~Ciel Announces 2012 World Tour
L’Arc~en~Ciel will be conducting a 20th anniversary world tour in 2012. The band will make stops in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Shanghai, Taipei, New York, London, and Paris.
Angelo Added New Member & Released New Album
Karyu (Gt., ex-D’espairsRay) has joined Angelo as a guitarist. The band released a new album, “Babel,” on October 5.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Nightmare to Appear on Tokyo FM
ナイトメア (Nightmare) will be making two appearances on Tokyo FM's [Jack in the Radio] show. They will appear October 26 and November 2 on [Jack in the Radio] at 21:25 JST (convert time here).
Appearance information here
Appearance information here
LM.C Shoxx File Special on Sale 10/21
A special Shoxx File will be released on October 21, featuring the history of LM.C in Shoxx from 2006-2011. The special 304-page book is in color.
JP to YOU information and ordering here
JP to YOU information and ordering here
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Viju☆Love☆CafeSpecial to Air 10/24
Akemi Oshima has announced that she and Biju-tan the cat will be the MC for a Viju☆Love☆CafeSpecial. The special will be broadcast online on Monday, October 24 at 22:00 JST (convert time here). Special guest will be Italian visual band, DNR.
Watch Viju☆Love☆CafeSpecial here
Visit DNR OHP here
Watch Viju☆Love☆CafeSpecial here
Visit DNR OHP here
SuG's Takeru Collaborates with SPINNS
THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S ~ New Band
The new band THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S recently formed. Band members include seasoned veteran musicians: kazuya (Gt., ex-FANATIC CRISIS, ex-Lastlip), SHUN (Gt., ex-FANATIC CRISIS, ex-Lastlip), Ricky (Vo., DASEIN), ZERO (Ba., ex-D'espairsRay), and TSUKASA (Dr., ex-D'espairsRay). They will participate in a live event on December 1 at Shibuya O-East, along with PENICILLIN, LM.C, and DaizyStripper.
THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S OHP here
THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S OHP here
Akemi Oshima Promotes Rock 'N Roll Diary
exist†trace Appears in BARKS Article
BARKS has included an online article (in Japanese) about exist†trace's new CD release, "The Last Daybreak". The article includes a video clip of the new PV, track listings and extras for the different release types, and a listing of live appearances.
View the article here.
View the article here.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
SuG's New "Toy Soldier" Single to Be Released on 10/26
SuG will release their new single "Toy Soldier" on Wednesday, October 26. The new single will be released in four different versions: Limited Edition Type A (w/DVD) , Limited Edition Type B (w/DVD), Limited Edition Type C (w/photobook), and Regular Edition. A clip of the PV can be seen on the "Toy Soldier" information page.
SuG OHP here
SuG "Toy Soldier" information here
CD Japan pre-order Type A here
CD Japan pre-order Type B here
CD Japan pre-order Type C here
CD Japan pre-order Regular Ed. here
SuG OHP here
SuG "Toy Soldier" information here
CD Japan pre-order Type A here
CD Japan pre-order Type B here
CD Japan pre-order Type C here
CD Japan pre-order Regular Ed. here
Born Will Appear Live at NekoCon 2011
exist†trace Will Perform on U.S. East Coast in 2012
In March 2012, exist†trace will make several live appearances on U.S. East Coast. The band will be a special musical guest for the Pittsburgh, PA, TekkoshoconX on Saturday, March 24, 2012. They will also make appearances in Boston, MA, and New York, NY. More details have yet to be announced.
exist†trace OHP live here
TekkoshoconX OHP here
exist†trace OHP live here
TekkoshoconX OHP here
Esprit D'Air--New London-based Band
Esprit D'Air is a new visual band--formed in 2010--based in London. Members include Yosh (vocalist), Kaito (guitar), Erisu (bass), and Daishi (Drums). Their debut EP titled 「出逢い」 (Deai) is available via iTunes. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Esprit D'Air OHP here.
Deai EP preview here.
Preview music videos here.
Esprit D'Air OHP here.
Deai EP preview here.
Preview music videos here.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Versailles Announces Official Title for New DVD
Shoxx Vol. 226 Released October 21
The latest edition of visual kei magazine Shoxx (vol. 226) will be released October 21, 2011. The cover artists featured in this issue will be Sakito and Ruka, guitarist and drummer for the band Nightmare. Other artists appearing in this issue include: the GazettE, LM.C, Kra, SuG, ViViD, Sadie, Alice Nine, D-OUT, and THE KIDDIE. The included poster and advertised photo card gift feature Sakito and Ruka.
Order the magazine from:
CD Japan here
YesAsia here
Japanese Products to YOU (with photo card present) here
Order the magazine from:
CD Japan here
YesAsia here
Japanese Products to YOU (with photo card present) here
MUCC Gets New Look, Single, and DVD
MUCC has recently updated their look for their upcoming single 「アルカデイア」 (Arcadia), a collaboration with DAISHI DANCE. The new single will be released November 23. Fans can view the new look and release information here.
The band will also be releasing a DVD on November 23. The Chemical Parade DVD will feature footage from the recent Chemical Parade tour, including the May 21, 2011 performance at Nippon Budokan.
MUCC OHP here.
Arcadia Limited Ed. pre-order from CD Japan here.
Arcadia Regular Ed. pre-order from CD Japan here.
Chemical Parade DVD pre-order from CD Japan here.
The band will also be releasing a DVD on November 23. The Chemical Parade DVD will feature footage from the recent Chemical Parade tour, including the May 21, 2011 performance at Nippon Budokan.
MUCC OHP here.
Arcadia Limited Ed. pre-order from CD Japan here.
Arcadia Regular Ed. pre-order from CD Japan here.
Chemical Parade DVD pre-order from CD Japan here.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Miyavi Brings "What's My Name?" Tour to North & South America
Miyavi is bringing his "What's My Name?" World Tour 2011 to North and South America. He will kick off the North American leg of the tour in San Francisco, CA, on October 20, traveling across the United States before moving on to Venezuela on November 10 for the South American leg.
Tour dates, locations, and ticket information are available on his OHP here.
Tour dates, locations, and ticket information are available on his OHP here.
Kra New look & CD Release
Kra has a new look and a new album being released on October 26. The new look can be seen on their updated OHP here, and features a Halloween theme. The new album is titled 「ナロとトルテ」 (Naro to Torute). A short PV preview spot appears on the OHP. Kra recently appeared on Viju Love Cafe and SCREW TV to promote the new release.
Kra OHP here.
CD Japan pre-order Limited Ed. w/DVD here.
CD Japan pre-order Regular Ed. here.
Kra OHP here.
CD Japan pre-order Limited Ed. w/DVD here.
CD Japan pre-order Regular Ed. here.
exist†trace New Look & 5-Track Release
All-female visual kei band exist†trace will release a new 5-track CD on October 19. The new CD is titled "The Last Daybreak". They also have a new look, which can be seen here on their new OHP design. The PV for the new single "The Last Daybreak" can be seen on their official YouTube channel.
exist†trace OHP here.
Official YouTube here.
CD Japan pre-order Limited Ed. w/DVD here.
CD Japan pre-order Regular Ed. here.
exist†trace OHP here.
Official YouTube here.
CD Japan pre-order Limited Ed. w/DVD here.
CD Japan pre-order Regular Ed. here.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
SuG's Takeru Starts Fashion Line
Takeru, vocalist for SuG, has created his own fashion line called "million $ orchestra". Fashion includes accessories, created in collaboration with ALICE BLACK, and a 2011 Autumn/Winter catalog of clothing.
The website is available in English and Japanese, and offers international shipping via coolJAPANstore.
million $ orchestra English site here.
The website is available in English and Japanese, and offers international shipping via coolJAPANstore.
million $ orchestra English site here.
UNRAVE--New Visual Kei Band
Hizaki and Kaya Collaborate on Single
Kaya will release a new single 1/25/2012 titled "Vampire Requiem." The song is composed by Hizaki (guitar, Versailles) and features him as a guest musician.
HIZAKIofficial Twitter linked a song preview here.
HIZAKIofficial Twitter linked a song preview here.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Hizumi's Umbrella Online Store Now Open
Hizumi (ex-D'espairsRay vocalist) has just opened the online store associated with his new Umbrella project. The store, currently offering postcard art prints, a tote, luxury phone cases, and LED art, is open to international customers.
Find out about the Umbrella project here.
Visit the online store here.
Find out about the Umbrella project here.
Visit the online store here.
Alice Nine Channel Airs 10/23/11
The next air date for Alice Nine's Nico Nico program (Alice Nine Channel) is October 23, 2011. The program airs at 23:00 JST (convert time zones) here. Registered Nico Nico members may timeshift for later viewing.
GazettE New "Toxic" Album on iTunes
the GazettE's new "Toxic" album release is now available through iTunes in the United States.
Kogure Offering Free EP Download
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