musicJAPANplus has just announced that SCREW will be airing the last episode of their regular "SCREW TV SHOW" on November 2. The 23rd --and final-- episode of the web program will air via the musicJAPANplus USTREAM video channel at 21:00 JST (convert time here). The first episode of the show aired in September 2010.
SCREW TV announcement and airing here
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
exist†trace Live DVD Available for Pre-order
exist†trace's long-awaited live DVD titled "ONE MAN SHOW -Just Like a Virgin- 2012.6.23 Shibuya O-WEST" is now available for pre-order. The DVD is scheduled to be released on November 28 and will be available for purchase from the HMV Online website. Track listings and purchasing details are available on the HMV site.
exist†trace OHP here
HMV ordering here
exist†trace OHP here
HMV ordering here
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Golden Bomber New Anime-themed Release 11/7
Golden Bomber will be releasing a new anime-themed CD on November 7. The "'Ixion Saga DT' OP Theme & ED Theme: DT Suteru / Let's Go ED" single release will be available in four types, and it will include music to be featured as opening and ending themes for the new anime of the same name.
Golden Bomber OHP here
"Ixion Saga" Limited Type A at CD Japan here
"Ixion Saga" Limited Type B at CD Japan here
"Ixion Saga" Limited Type C at CD Japan here
"Ixion Saga" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Golden Bomber OHP here
"Ixion Saga" Limited Type A at CD Japan here
"Ixion Saga" Limited Type B at CD Japan here
"Ixion Saga" Limited Type C at CD Japan here
"Ixion Saga" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
kiss my way New Single Release 12/5
kiss my way has announced that they will be releasing a "last single" on December 5. The new single titled "Yugure" will be released in two types. A short promotional clip of the title PV can be found on the band's news page.
kiss my way OHP here
"Yugure" Type A at CD Japan here
"Yugure" Type B at CD Japan here
kiss my way OHP here
"Yugure" Type A at CD Japan here
"Yugure" Type B at CD Japan here
Monday, October 29, 2012
Crimson Shiva 1st Mini Album Release 12/5
Crimson Shiva will release their first mini album on December 5. The new mini album release will be titled "IDEAL -Idea-". Check out the band's official YouTube channel to hear more of their style.
Crimson Shiva OHP here
"IDEAL -Idea-" CD at CD Japan here
Official YouTube here
Crimson Shiva OHP here
"IDEAL -Idea-" CD at CD Japan here
Official YouTube here
Hone (Kari) New Single Release 12/5
Hone (Kari) will be releasing a single on December 5. The single titled "Franken" will be released in two types, each featuring two songs.
Hone (Kari) OHP here
"Franken" Limited Release Type A at CD Japan here
"Franken" Limited Release Type B at CD Japan here
Hone (Kari) OHP here
"Franken" Limited Release Type A at CD Japan here
"Franken" Limited Release Type B at CD Japan here
Sunday, October 28, 2012
SEX-ANDROID New Releases on 11/14
SEX-ANDROID has announced plans to issue two new releases on November 14. The band's new single "Datte... Baka Dakara" will be released in two types, each with three tracks. On the same day, the band will be releasing a new mini album called "Koroshiya Milk-chan" which will include a total of six tracks.
SEX-ANDROID OHP here
"Datte... Baka Dakara" Limited Edition Type A at CD Japan here
"Datte... Baka Dakara" Limited Edition Type B at CD Japan here
"Koroshiya Milk-chan" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
SEX-ANDROID OHP here
"Datte... Baka Dakara" Limited Edition Type A at CD Japan here
"Datte... Baka Dakara" Limited Edition Type B at CD Japan here
"Koroshiya Milk-chan" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
vistlip Live DVD Release & Web Appearance
vistlip has announced plans to release a new live DVD and make an appearance on the Nico Nico Live website. The new DVD is tentatively titled "vistlip oneman live THE END." featuring the band's July 7th appearance at the Tokyo Dome City Hall. That DVD will be released on November 28.
The band will also be making an appearance on the Nico Nico Live web program called "2nd 'nico the vistlip' supported by dwangya live" on October 30. The program starts at 20:00 JST (convert time here), and time shifting is available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot catch the show as it airs live.
vistlip OHP here
"vistlip oneman live THE END." DVD at CD Japan here
vistlip on Nico Nico here
The band will also be making an appearance on the Nico Nico Live web program called "2nd 'nico the vistlip' supported by dwangya live" on October 30. The program starts at 20:00 JST (convert time here), and time shifting is available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot catch the show as it airs live.
vistlip OHP here
"vistlip oneman live THE END." DVD at CD Japan here
vistlip on Nico Nico here
Saturday, October 27, 2012
A(ace) New Single Release 11/21
A(ace) will be releasing their fourth single on November 21. The new single, titled "ELEMENTA ALCHEMICA," will be released in two types.
A(ace) OHP here
"ELEMENTA ALCHEMICA" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"ELEMENTA ALCHEMICA" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
A(ace) OHP here
"ELEMENTA ALCHEMICA" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"ELEMENTA ALCHEMICA" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
SID New Single Release 11/21
SID will be releasing a new single on November 21. The new single, titled "V.I.P," will be released in four types, including a limited pressing "Magi - The Labyrinth of Magic" anime version, for which the title track is the opening theme. Be sure to "like" the band's official Facebook page to see updates as they are released.
SID OHP here
SID Facebook here
"V.I.P." Limited Pressing anime version at CD Japan here
"V.I.P." Limited Edition Type A at CD Japan here
"V.I.P." Limited Edition Type B at CD Japan here
"V.I.P." Regular Edition at CD Japan here
SID OHP here
SID Facebook here
"V.I.P." Limited Pressing anime version at CD Japan here
"V.I.P." Limited Edition Type A at CD Japan here
"V.I.P." Limited Edition Type B at CD Japan here
"V.I.P." Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Friday, October 26, 2012
[Update] amber gris New Release Details
amber gris updated their news blog to include information about their upcoming releases. The band will be releasing a new two-track single titled "bright or blind" on December 5. Check out the PV short clip for this single in the blog update. They have also announced that they will release a new full album on February 27, 2013. That album will be the band's second.
amber gris news blog here
"bright or blind" CD at CD Japan here
Updated 11/20/12: amber gris have updated their OHP to include the name of the new album scheduled for release on February 27--"AROUND CHILDREN."
amber gris news blog here
"bright or blind" CD at CD Japan here
Updated 11/20/12: amber gris have updated their OHP to include the name of the new album scheduled for release on February 27--"AROUND CHILDREN."
LUNA SEA Release Details Announced
LUNA SEA has released details on their OHP for their upcoming new single. The new double-A side release will be titled "The End of the Dream/Rouge," and it will be released on December 12 in four types.
LUNA SEA OHP here
Limited Edition Type A at CD Japan here
Limited Edition Type B at CD Japan here
Limited Edition Type C at CD Japan here
Regular Edition at CD Japan here
LUNA SEA OHP here
Limited Edition Type A at CD Japan here
Limited Edition Type B at CD Japan here
Limited Edition Type C at CD Japan here
Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Thursday, October 25, 2012
DIR EN GREY New Single Release 12/19
DIR EN GREY has announced that they will be releasing a new single on December 19. The new single, titled "RINKAKU," will be released in three types--Limited Pressing, Limited Edition, and Regular Edition. Track listings and release details are available on the band's OHP.
DIR EN GREY English OHP here
"RINKAKU" Limited Pressing Release CD at CD Japan here
"RINKAKU" Limited Edition CD at CD Japan here
"RINKAKU" Regular Edition CD at CD Japan here
DIR EN GREY English OHP here
"RINKAKU" Limited Pressing Release CD at CD Japan here
"RINKAKU" Limited Edition CD at CD Japan here
"RINKAKU" Regular Edition CD at CD Japan here
NIGHTMARE ARENA 37C file book 2004-2010
Nightmare and Arena 37C music magazine will be releasing a special hardcover book collection in November. The "NIGHTMARE ARENA 37C file book 2004-2010" will be a 400-page collection of the band's appearance in the popular magazine from 2004 to 2010. The collector's book will retail for 6300 yen.
Nightmare book announcement here
Nightmare book available at JP to You here
Nightmare book announcement here
Nightmare book available at JP to You here
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
BORN & AND on MJP TV 11/8
musicJAPANplus has announced that they will be hosting a special joint program featuring both BORN and AND. On November 8, each band will appear on the website in their own feature corner. The program airs at 20:00 JST (convert time here). Airing information is available on the musicJAPANplus website.
Program airing announcement here
Program airing announcement here
Ninjaman Japan Official Facebook
Ninjaman Japan announced via their OHP that they have created their own official Facebook page. The page currently features photos and posts in English that help explain the band's mission. Be sure to "like" the page to get future updates as they are
released.
Ninjaman Japan Facebook here
Ninjaman Japan Facebook here
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
BORN on Nico Nico 11/14
BORN will make another appearance on the Nico Nico Live website with their "Black Theory Radio Star" program. The next appearance will be on November 14 at 21:00 JST (convert time here). Time shifting is available for registered Nico Nico members who cannot listen to the program as it airs.
BORN's "Black Theory Radio Star" airs here
BORN's "Black Theory Radio Star" airs here
Viju☆Love☆Cafe #17 Airs 11/4
Viju☆Love☆Cafe #17 will have its next webcast on Sunday, November 4 at 14:00 JST (convert time here).
This month, Akemi Oshima and Biju-tan will host interviews and comments
from: PENICILLIN, D, Makoto (†яi¢к), JUN & Toya (GOTCHAROCKA), vistlip, RUVISH, and THE KIDDIE.
Viju☆Love☆Cafe airs here
Viju☆Love☆Cafe airs here
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†я i ¢к,
D,
GOTCHAROCKA,
PENICILLIN,
RUVISH,
THE KIDDIE,
Viju☆Love☆Cafe,
vistlip
Monday, October 22, 2012
SCREW on Nico Nico 10/27
It's a busy month for the band as members of SCREW will appear again on the Nico Nico website in the fourth episode of their "SCREW's Nico Nico Yattemita" corner. The show, titled
"Atsumare Do-M Club," will air on October 27 at 12:00
JST (convert time here).
Nico Nico
registered users can time shift if they cannot watch the
live show as it airs.
SCREW Airs on Nico Nico here
SCREW Airs on Nico Nico here
Seremedy Official North American Street Team Project
Swedish visual band Seremedy has a North American Street Team, and they are seeking fan help in spreading the word about the band. In a recent post on their official blog, the Street Team list several ways North American fans can raise awareness for the band and get their music broadcast to a wider audience. Members of Seremedy have encouraged support for these projects on their official Facebook fan page. Showing support increases their chances for playing overseas venues.
Project MADness Seremedy Street Team here
Seremedy OHP here
Seremedy Facebook here
Project MADness Seremedy Street Team here
Seremedy OHP here
Seremedy Facebook here
Sunday, October 21, 2012
lynch. New Single Release 10/24
lynch. will be releasing a new single on October 24. The new single, titled "LIGHTNING," is currently featured on the bands OHP with a full PV and audio clip.
lynch. OHP here
"LIGHTNING" at CD Japan here
lynch. OHP here
"LIGHTNING" at CD Japan here
SCREW on Nico Raji 10/24
SCREW will appear as guests on the next "Nico Raji" program on the Nico Nico Live website. The web radio program will air on October 24 at 22:00 JST (convert time here),
and time shifting is available for Nico Nico registered users who
cannot watch the program as it airs live.
SCREW on Nico Raji airs here
SCREW on Nico Raji airs here
Saturday, October 20, 2012
THE SOUND BEE HD to Appear at Katsucon 19
THE SOUND BEE HD will be making an appearance at the 19th annual Katsucon in National Harbor, MD. The three-day convention in the D.C. metro area takes place between February 15 and 17, 2013 at the Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center. The band, formed in 2000, will be appearing at the event courtesy of Tainted Reality and Starwave Records. The announcement was made on Friday via a Tainted Reality live USTREAM broadcast.
THE SOUND BEE HD OHP here
Tainted Reality here
Katsucon 19 here
THE SOUND BEE HD OHP here
Tainted Reality here
Katsucon 19 here
vistlip Comment at MJP YouTube
musicJAPANplus has made a comment clip from vistlip available on their official YouTube page. The comment features the band discussing their upcoming "Flash of vistlip" webcast on October 23, as well as their new single release due out October 31. The comment clip is conveniently subtitled in English. Fans can watch the band's webcast from the MJP video page.
vistlip on MJP YouTube page here
vistlip on MJP YouTube page here
Kra Official Facebook
musicJAPANplus announced via its official Facebook page that PS Company band Kra has created its own Facebook page. The page currently features short video clips from recent releases like "Kakusei Distortion" and "Honne." Be sure to "like" the page to get future updates as they are released.
Kra Facebook here
Kra Facebook here
Friday, October 19, 2012
YOHIO Album on iTunes
Swedish visual kei musician and guitarist for Seremedy, YOHIO made his solo debut in April with his mini-album titled "REACH the SKY." That album is now available on iTunes in the United States. The six-track release is available for $7.74. Check local iTunes Store listings for availability in other countries.
YOHIO page here
YOHIO page here
Versailles Collaboration & iTunes Release
Versailles may be stopping band activity at the end of 2012, but they are still going strong in the time remaining. Versailles and Japanese jewelry company Artemis Classic have teamed up for a collaboration project. The exclusive line of Versailles memorial accessories are available in the Artemis Classic online store starting today, featuring a variety of pendants and rings to complement each band member.
Versailles' new self-titled album is also now available on iTunes in North America. The "Versailles" album was released on September 26, and features new songs as well as recent single releases like "Rose" and "Rhapsody of the Darkness." The album sells for $10.99 in the United States. Check your local iTunes store for listings in other countries.
Versailles OHP here
Versailles x Artemis Classic collaboration project here
Versailles' new self-titled album is also now available on iTunes in North America. The "Versailles" album was released on September 26, and features new songs as well as recent single releases like "Rose" and "Rhapsody of the Darkness." The album sells for $10.99 in the United States. Check your local iTunes store for listings in other countries.
Versailles OHP here
Versailles x Artemis Classic collaboration project here
Thursday, October 18, 2012
RUVISH First Single Release 11/21
Newcomers RUVISH will be releasing their first single on November 21. The band's first release will be called "Kasanari," and it will be released in two types. Be sure to check out the PV spot and audio sample clips featured on their OHP.
RUVISH OHP here
"Kasanari" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"Kasanari" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
RUVISH OHP here
"Kasanari" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"Kasanari" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
THE KIDDIE New Album Release 11/28
THE KIDDIE will be releasing a new full album on November 28. The new album will be called "The 5 -FIVE-," and it will be released in two types. The Limited Edition version is expected to include two CDs and a bonus DVD.
THE KIDDIE OHP here
"The 5 -FIVE-" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"The 5 -FIVE-" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
THE KIDDIE OHP here
"The 5 -FIVE-" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"The 5 -FIVE-" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
PENICILLIN New Release 12/5
On December 5, PENICILLIN will be releasing a new members' choice CD in celebration of their 20th anniversary. The new "20th Anniversary Member Selection Best PHOENIX STAR" album will be released in two types, and it compliments their "20th Anniversary Fan Selection Best DRAGON HEARTS" release on April 11.
PENICILLIN OHP here
"20th Anniversary Member Selection Best PHOENIX STAR" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"20th Anniversary Member Selection Best PHOENIX STAR" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
PENICILLIN OHP here
"20th Anniversary Member Selection Best PHOENIX STAR" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"20th Anniversary Member Selection Best PHOENIX STAR" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
DEATHGAZE New Single Release 11/21
DEATHGAZE will be releasing a new single on November 21. The new single will be titled "DEAD BLAZE," and it will be released in only one type. The band's OHP currently features a short PV spot for that title track.
DEATHGAZE OHP here
"DEAD BLAZE" CD at CD Japan here
DEATHGAZE OHP here
"DEAD BLAZE" CD at CD Japan here
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Kaya New Releases
Kaya will be issuing several new releases for the end of the year, including three CDs as well as the newly released live DVD. The artist's new live DVD "Bara no Soretsu -Vampire Requiem," featuring a concert held on April 30, 2012, was just released on October 10. Also coming up this month is a limited release CD titled "Recur to Mind," which hits stores on October 27. On December 12, Kaya plans to release two CDs, a limited release reissue of "Glitter" with remastered tracks, and a new single titled "Nocturne."
Kaya OHP here
"Bara no Soretsu -Vampire Requiem" DVD at CD Japan here
"Recur to Mind" CD at CD Japan here
"Glitter" CD at CD Japan here
"Nocturne" CD at CD Japan here
Kaya OHP here
"Bara no Soretsu -Vampire Requiem" DVD at CD Japan here
"Recur to Mind" CD at CD Japan here
"Glitter" CD at CD Japan here
"Nocturne" CD at CD Japan here
Plastic Tree Album Update
Plastic Tree has updated their OHP with new information regarding their upcoming full album release. The new album will be titled "Ink," and it will be released on December 12. "Ink" will be released in three types, two Limited Edition versions with bonus discs and one Regular Edition.
Plastic Tree OHP here
"Ink" Limited Edition with 2 DVDs at CD Japan here
"Ink" Limited Edition with 2 CDs at CD Japan here
"Ink" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Plastic Tree OHP here
"Ink" Limited Edition with 2 DVDs at CD Japan here
"Ink" Limited Edition with 2 CDs at CD Japan here
"Ink" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Monday, October 15, 2012
rice New Release 10/24
rice will be releasing a new single on October 24. The new single, "Fake Star," will be released in two types.
rice OHP here
"Fake Star" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"Fake Star" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
rice OHP here
"Fake Star" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"Fake Star" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
D=OUT Radio Airs 10/29
D=OUT will appear on a Nico Nico web show titled "PS Company presents D=OUT's 'Noraneko Broadcast'" on October 29. This internet radio program will air at 21:00 JST (convert time
here) on the Nico Nico Live website. Time shifting is available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot listen to the show as it airs.
D=OUT radio airs here
D=OUT radio airs here
Sunday, October 14, 2012
D=OUT TV Airs 10/15
The twelfth edition of D=OUT's web show, "D=OUT's Noraneko TV," will air on October 15. This episode will mark the first showing of the new PV for the upcoming "Chukyori Renai." The show will air at 21:00 JST (convert time
here) on the Nico Nico Live website. Time shifting is available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot watch the show as it airs.
D=OUT TV airs here
D=OUT TV airs here
Kra's "Meruhen Radio" Airs 10/15
Kra's "Meruhen Radio" broadcasts will return on October 15. The show will
air on the Nico Nico Live website at 19:00 JST (convert time here).
Time shifting will be available
for Nico Nico registered users who cannot listen to the show as it airs
live.
Kra radio show airs here
Kra radio show airs here
Saturday, October 13, 2012
OZ New Release 11/14
OZ will be releasing a new mini album on November 14. The new album called "CRUNK" will be released in both Limited and Regular Editions. Shortly after, the band will begin their 2012 Oneman Tour "CRUNK & INSANE" at Sendai HOOK.
OZ OHP here
"CRUNK" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"CRUNK" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
OZ OHP here
"CRUNK" Limited Edition at CD Japan here
"CRUNK" Regular Edition at CD Japan here
Alice Nine's Hiroto Joins Facebook
On October 5, shortly after the band Alice Nine publicized their Facebook page, guitarist Hiroto created a personal fan page. The musician's posts on the social networking site are linked to his Twitter account, so expect frequent updates. Hiroto currently has over 1,900 "likes."
Hiroto's Facebook page here
Hiroto's Facebook page here
Friday, October 12, 2012
Halloween Party Special on Nico Nico 10/18
The October 18
episode of "dwangya Live" on the Nico Nico Live website will be an all-star "Halloween Party Special!" The show will
air at 19:00 JST (convert time here).
MC Takuya Hoshino will host the show featuring Aoi (168 -one sixty eight-), Yugiri (DaizyStripper), yo-ka (DIAURA), Jui (GOTCHAROCKA), Hitomi (Moran), and Subaru (Royz). Time shifting will be available
for Nico Nico registered users who cannot watch the show as it airs
live.
dwangya Live Halloween Party Special airs here
dwangya Live Halloween Party Special airs here
Tags:
168 one sixty eight,
DaizyStripper,
Diaura,
GOTCHAROCKA,
Moran,
Royz
TRUST New Single Release 10/17
TRUST will be releasing their third maxi single on October 17. The new single, "Namida no Hana," will be released in two types with three songs each. The band's OHP currently features sample clips of those songs as video previews.
TRUST OHP here
"Namida no Hana" Type A CD at CD Japan here
"Namida no Hana" Type B CD at CD Japan here
TRUST OHP here
"Namida no Hana" Type A CD at CD Japan here
"Namida no Hana" Type B CD at CD Japan here
Thursday, October 11, 2012
THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S Web Store Open
THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S have just opened their official online shop on October 10. The band has included a number of official band tour goods and products for purchase, however, overseas shipping does not seem to be available at this time.
THE MICRO HEAD 4N's web store here
THE MICRO HEAD 4N's web store here
SCREW Comment on Vif Music
Vif Music uploaded a new comment from SCREW on their official YouTube channel. The new 4:37 minute comment covers the band's upcoming major debut and release of the new single "XANADU" on October 17.
SCREW on Vif Music YouTube here
SCREW on Vif Music YouTube here
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
LOST ASH New Single Release 11/21
LOST ASH have announced plans to release a new single on November 21. The new single will be called "Deadly444," and it will be released in two types. An audio sample clip from this single, the band's sixth, is now available on their OHP.
LOST ASH OHP here
LOST ASH OHP here
the GazettE New DVD Announcement
the GazettE updated their OHP to announce that they will be releasing a new live DVD on January 9, 2013. The new DVD will be called "LIVE DVD the GazettE 10TH ANNIVERSARY THE DECADE," but other details have not yet been released.
the GazettE OHP here
the GazettE OHP here
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
LUNA SEA Announces Return & Single
LUNA SEA announced via their OHP that they will be making a return to their Universal Music label and creating a new original single. The new CD's tentative release is scheduled for December, and it will be the band's first new-material release in 13 years. Other details regarding the release are not yet available, but should be coming by the end of October.
LUNA SEA news here
LUNA SEA news here
JRock Evolution 2012 Web Shop Open
The official online web store for merchandise from the JRock Evolution 2012 Asian tour is now open. Shoppers can now find event-related products and sets from participating bands like MUCC, Alice Nine, girugamesh, SuG, UNiTE, and D=OUT. Overseas shipping may be available from a recommended forwarding service.
JRock Evolution 2012 Official Goods Store here
JRock Evolution 2012 Official Goods Store here
Tags:
Alice Nine,
D=Out,
girugamesh,
MUCC,
SuG,
UNITE
Monday, October 8, 2012
SuG Announces Hiatus
SuG has posted announcements on their OHP and blogs that they will be going on activity pause after their December 29, 2012 "SuG Oneman Show 2012 'This iz 0'" performance at Kokuritsu Yoyogi Kyougijou Dai Ni Taiikukan. The announcements also state that this will be their last activity with PS Company management. The band has been active with PSC for six years.
The band statement indicates that SuG does plan to resume activity at a later date, after taking time to focus on improving their work. They view the parting as a positive move to reaffirm the vision of the band. The corporate announcement further indicates that the decision comes after numerous discussions with the band--seemingly regarding differing opinions about the direction of the band--and the parting seems amicable.
SuG plans to continue the "SuG TOUR 2012 'sweeToxic'" as scheduled. However, the SuG Official Facebook fan page will be closed on January 31, 2013.
SuG OHP announcement here
PSC OHP announcement here
Takeru blog here
masato blog here
Chiyu blog here
Shinpei blog here
musicJAPANplus blog translations here
The band statement indicates that SuG does plan to resume activity at a later date, after taking time to focus on improving their work. They view the parting as a positive move to reaffirm the vision of the band. The corporate announcement further indicates that the decision comes after numerous discussions with the band--seemingly regarding differing opinions about the direction of the band--and the parting seems amicable.
SuG plans to continue the "SuG TOUR 2012 'sweeToxic'" as scheduled. However, the SuG Official Facebook fan page will be closed on January 31, 2013.
SuG OHP announcement here
PSC OHP announcement here
Takeru blog here
masato blog here
Chiyu blog here
Shinpei blog here
musicJAPANplus blog translations here
Band Feature: ViViD
ViViD is a five-person band from Tokyo that formed in March 2009 at the meeting of bassist Iv and drummer Ko-ki. Soon after, they were joined by guitarists Reno and Ryoga, as well as vocalist Shin to create a band with the musical thematic concept of “Melodic Mixture Rock.” The name “ViViD” began with their desire to “keep shining by utilizing each one’s individuality.”
By April 19, 2009, the quintet had signed with Indie PSC management and performed their first show at Takadanobaba AREA in Tokyo. Their rapid rise in the scene continued with the release of their first single “Take-off” on July 8, which debuted at number two on the Oricon indie chart. By July 2010, they had played several live shows and were invited to perform at “JAPAN EXPO 2010” in Paris, France—their first performance outside of Japan. ViViD’s fourth single, “PRECIOUS,” was released on July 7, 2010, where it reached 15 on the Oricon major weekly chart.
By August 2010, ViViD declared their major label debut with Epic Records (a Sony Music Japan company) at SHIBUYA-AX. The band’s first major-label release, their fifth single “Yume Mugen no Kanata,” hit stores on January 19, 2011; and by January 7, 2012, they were invited to perform at the famous Nippon Budokan.
During their career, ViViD has released nine singles, one
mini album, two DVDs, and their first full album, “INFINITY,” on June 27, 2012.
They have also made guest appearances on the PS Company “Visual Battle” web
shows, as well as conducting their own monthly “The ViViD Style” show airing on
the Nico Nico Douga website.
Members
Vocalist: Shin
Vocalist: Shin
Guitar: Reno
Guitar: Ryoga
Bass: Iv
Drums: Ko-ki
ViViD OHP here
Guitar: Ryoga
Bass: Iv
Drums: Ko-ki
ViViD OHP here
Official Facebook here
Official MySpace here
Blogs
Shin's blog here
Reno's blog here
Twitter:
Ko-ki’s Twitter here
Ko-ki’s Twitter here
Staff Twitter here
GREE:
Ryoga's GREE here
Facebook:
Ko-ki’s Facebook here
Sunday, October 7, 2012
DaizyStripper New Releases
DaizyStripper has announced plans to release their 10th single on December 12. The new single will be called "Tokyo Horizon -Day&Day-" and it will be released in two types. On the same day, they will also be releasing a live DVD titled "'DREAMER' 2012.06.03 in Shibuya Kokaido." That live DVD will also be released in two types, a three disc version and a single disc version.
The band will be releasing their 9th single on November 2. "Setsubou no Freesia," which includes the ending theme for the "Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal" anime, will be released in four types.
DaizyStripper OHP here
The band will be releasing their 9th single on November 2. "Setsubou no Freesia," which includes the ending theme for the "Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal" anime, will be released in four types.
DaizyStripper OHP here
ALSDEAD PV Preview on OHP
ALSDEAD has uploaded a 30-second PV preview spot for their new "Puzzle" single on their OHP. The new release will hit stores on November 7.
ALSDEAD OHP here
"Puzzle" CD+DVD at CD Japan here
ALSDEAD OHP here
"Puzzle" CD+DVD at CD Japan here
Saturday, October 6, 2012
FEST VAINQUEUR & SCREW on Nico Nico 10/9
FEST VAINQUEUR and SCREW will be the featured guests on the October 9
episode of "dwangya Live" on the Nico Nico Live website. The show will
air at 20:00 JST (convert time here). MC Takuya Hoshino will host the show. Time shifting will be available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot watch the show as it airs live.
FEST VAINQUEUR and SCREW show airs here
FEST VAINQUEUR and SCREW show airs here
SCREW Radio Airs 10/12
SCREW will appear once again in their "SCREW RADIO" program on the Nico Nico Live website. "SCREW RADIO" will air on October 12 at 21:00 JST (convert time here), and time shifting is available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot watch the program as it airs live. The band will have lots of things to talk about with their major label debut this month and upcoming one-man tour.
SCREW RADIO airs here
SCREW RADIO airs here
Friday, October 5, 2012
Kyan Yutaka Featured in Men's Spider 11/12
Kyan Yutaka of Golden Bomber is the featured artist on the cover of the November 2012 issue of popular men's fashion magazine Men's Spider. Also included in this issue are Acid Black Cherry and collaboration projects between JURY BLACK and the bands girugamesh and vistlip. The magazine hit stores September 24.
Men's Spider website here
Men's Spider at CD Japan here
Men's Spider at JP to You here
Men's Spider website here
Men's Spider at CD Japan here
Men's Spider at JP to You here
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Acid Black Cherry,
girugamesh,
Golden Bomber,
vistlip
SHOXX Vol. 238 Artists Revealed
SHOXX music magazine has begun revealing the artists who
will be included in the upcoming Volume 238 issue. The cover artists will be
Nightmare, and the magazine has revealed via Facebook and Twitter that there
will be interviews from D=OUT and Matenrou Opera regarding their new CD
releases. Other artists included will be DIAURA, LOST ASH, Shin (ViViD), Black
Gene for the Next Scene, Uruha (the GazettE), and many more! This issue will be
released on October 20.
SHOXX web here
SHOXX Facebook here
SHOXX Twitter here
Tags:
Black Gene for the Next Scene,
D=Out,
Diaura,
LOST ASH,
Matenrou Opera,
Nightmare,
the GazettE,
ViViD
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Golden Bomber Nico Show Airs 10/23
Golden Bomber members will appear in their monthly Nico Nico show on October 23. The show
begins at 24:00 JST (convert time here). Registered Nico Nico members
may time shift for later viewing if they are not able to watch the show as it airs.
Golden Bomber Show airs here
Golden Bomber Show airs here
N@H on Nico Nico 11/1
N@H will appear in a special Nico Nico Live web program on November 1. The K-Station appearance program will air at 22:00 JST (convert time here), and time shifting will be available for Nico Nico registered users who cannot watch the show as it airs.
N@H on Nico Nico here
N@H on Nico Nico here
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
THE MICRO HEAD 4NS Album Available in Europe
European fans of THE MICRO HEAD 4N'S can now purchase their first full album "A BEGINNING FROM THE END." from the Ankama Shop on the web. Bishi-Bishi company is happy to make the European edition of the album available for 19.90 Euro. The Ankama Shop, based in France, does ship to overseas countries.
"A BEGINNING FROM THE END." at Ankama Shop site here
"A BEGINNING FROM THE END." at Ankama Shop site here
Megaromania New Releases
Megaromania will be issuing new release products in November and December. On November 14, the band will be releasing "The Vision of Engraving -2012.7.29 SHIBUYA CLUB QUATTRO-" live DVD. The following month, they will be releasing an ultimate concept single called "Heaven's Novel" on December 12. That single will be released in two types.
Megaromania OHP here
"The Vision of Engraving" DVD at CD Japan here
"Heaven's Novel" Type A CD at CD Japan here
"Heaven's Novel" Type B CD at CD Japan here
Megaromania OHP here
"The Vision of Engraving" DVD at CD Japan here
"Heaven's Novel" Type A CD at CD Japan here
"Heaven's Novel" Type B CD at CD Japan here
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
ROCK AND READ Announces Lineup for 044
Music magazine ROCK AND READ has announced the lineup for their upcoming volume 044 via their official blog. The next issue, due to be
released on October 24, will feature cover artist GACKT, as well as Miya (MUCC), Karyu (Angelo), Ryoga (ViViD), Tomo (vistlip), Byo (SCREW), яyo (girugamesh), Yu (Matenrou Opera), Minase (D=OUT), Nao (heidi.), Mitsuki (Kiryu), yo-ka (DIAURA), and YOHIO.
ROCK AND READ blog here
ROCK AND READ blog here
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Angelo,
D=Out,
Diaura,
Gackt,
girugamesh,
heidi.,
Kiryu,
Matenrou Opera,
MUCC,
SCREW,
vistlip,
ViViD,
YOHIO
"Flash of vistlip" Vol. 4 Airs 10/23
The fourth edition of vistlip's show, "Flash of vistlip,"
will air October 23 via the musicJAPANplus website. The episode appears in time to celebrate the band's 10th single, the double-A "Shinkaigyo no Yume wa Shosen / Artist," to be released on October 31. The show
will air at 20:00 JST (convert time here).
musicJAPANplus airing details here
musicJAPANplus airing details here
Monday, October 1, 2012
Vior gloire New Album Release 10/24
Vior gloire will be releasing their first full album on October 24. The new album, titled "Gloomy and wakeful night," will include a total of 14 tracks. The band's OHP currently features an audio media player with sample song tracks.
Vior gloire OHP here
"Gloomy and wakeful night" at CD Japan here
Vior gloire OHP here
"Gloomy and wakeful night" at CD Japan here
Dolly New Album Release 10/10
Dolly will be releasing their third full album on October 10. The new album, titled "Traumerei," will be released in two types. Both types will include 12 songs, plus a bonus track.
Dolly OHP here
"Traumerei" Type A CD at CD Japan here
"Traumerei" Type B CD at CD Japan here
Dolly OHP here
"Traumerei" Type A CD at CD Japan here
"Traumerei" Type B CD at CD Japan here
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