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https://www.mediaplaynews.com/riaa-physical-record-sales-topped-digital-downloads-in-2017/ https://www.theguardian.com/business/2018/jan/03/digital-streaming-behind-biggest-rise-in-uk-music-sales-for-two-decades there're numerous reasons VK acts won't get signed and distributed through major western labels, and they are slowly catching up with the streaming trend, but this scene never relied on an equation of 1 fan purchasing 1 CD per release, the moment we stop downloading shit for free you and your kind will jump ahead screaming it's imperative for the REAL fans to purchase checki and merch, covering the overseas purchasing fees. are you going to imply that the other outlets in the dying scene (i.e. SHOXX) are also leaving the market due to our lack of support? ironically starwave produces the cheapest, shittiest, most derivative music/looks in the scene as of now, and I want to see the receipts that bands themselves get the coin from itunes purchases. you should consider a social media diet (just a suggestion.)

Kyo legit is just 1 face tattoo away from looking like one of those contemporary xanax rappers

Back from my Japan trip, I got and bought so much vk shit lmao I'll upload other stuff later cause I'm lazy right now

At this point they could easily replace Shinya with a wax doll during photoshoots and nobody would fucking notice

the more i look at it, the more kyo starts to resemble some fucked up mashup between a kpop idol, lil peep and yoda

The new DIR EN GREY artist photo and artworks for DIR EN GREY’s 29th single 『人間を被る』(Ningen wo Kaburu) have been unveiled. Deluxe Limited Edition Limited Edition Regular Edition

new band "LAY ABOUT WORLD" has formed. They will release their live-limited mini-album, "DROWN DEEPLY" (2300 yen, 5 songs) at their first live on May 25. [lineup] Vo.狂太郎 (kyotaro) (ex-Volark-->√eight-->Black:List-->COCKROACH.-->LAST OF FATE) Gt.イザナ (izana) (ex-トランスノート (trance note)) Gt.Takuya Ba.真悠 (mayu) (ex-トランスノート (trance note)) support Dr.みちゃき (misaki) (ex-1年4組-Ichiyon-) OHP Twitter

u know what we need right now? a visual kei new age band

Every day we stray further from Adidas's light.

speculation: the complete QR code from kyo's jacket is mailed out to the first 100 customers who order all 3 editions and it contains a link to 45 second long video of shitfaced kyo twerking naked

I feel like people don't need a reminder to not post the GazettE album as requested. Most people are pretty respectful when it comes to special requests such as this. I mean but hey if you didn't get the reasoning you wanted out of the previous subject you can enjoy your same post 2.0 whichever makes you feel better.

So then it's just a re-imaging of the same topic.

Evil.

There's been lots of great stuff this year so far. DOF's Unintelligible won me over the most with it's catchy, technical, frantic and hugely creative songwriting. It's up there with insert memory as one of the most creative VK songs of the decade imo especially the '1234567 123456 .... 123 121 YOKU DEKIMASHITA' part. The whole album is filled with great tracks (like the one's listed here) though I do agree it's a little bit weaker then their other stuff which is essential listening. Kizu's track was also fantastic, just heavy, catchy and really high energy and LIME's performance is top notch. Can't wait for an album. 貴方だけを壊して飾ってみたい was my favorite track off Chanty's album and it's nice to see it on the list. There were some weak tracks on the album but it was solid (but they butchered m.o.b imo). IIII-Ligro's album has potential to be one of the most interesting albums of the year and that 爆烈ストーム song was nice. I need to check those out. And that Golden Bomber song is just too relatable. Nothing beats laughing at how much life sucks. I didn't expect that ending either. I guess it's time to spin it a few more times. Also would have included Buck-Tick's Salome -femme fatale- off their new album which is absolutely fantastic. And the first track off Pura's new album was cool too:

I met Game Grumps today, and asked Arin to sign the picture of Gackt in the Merveilles booklet since he said he wanted Gackt to fuck him in the ass. Here's some notable things: - Arin remembers saying he wants Gackt to fuck him in the ass - Arin enthusiastically took the booklet and signed the picture of Gackt whilst saying aggressively "Damn right I'd let Gackt fuck me" -Arin exclaimed how beautiful he finds Gackt upon Dan saying so himself -Arin knows of Malice Mizer -Upon asking Danny to sign whoever he found most beautiful, he chose Mana, despite struggling to pick. Here's the beauty itself (they loved my partners Danny Sexbang cosplay, Danny said she was "Dressed for success" xD)

Smh we just had this topic.

UMMMM CAN WE GET A -OZ- REVIVAL?

These are my favorite sub-genres and fusion-genres of Black metal. Blackgaze is a fusion of Black metal and Shoegaze, Post-black black metal is a little harder to explain as it is more experimental here's a description by @Bear And Symphonic black metal is Black metal with Symphonic instruments and melodic melodies. Who else is a fan of this truly beautiful music? Here are some playlists to better exemplify what I mean:

AIOLIN new album "Stardust Crystal" will be released at 2018/6/27 (2 TYPE ("Stardust Side" and "Crystal Side"), 3000 yen) [track list] 1. ANTITHESE 2. Over The Destiny 3. Stardust Crystal 4. Rage On 5. From Here 6. Landscape (Stardust Side only) 7. From Here (Crystal Side Ver.) 8. Home 9. Precious 10. Precious (Crystal Side Ver.)

Sup people, i am not sure if i am posting this in the right place, i am not please warn me of where i could post this I made a cover of coldrain's die tomorrow, would be pleased if you gave it a listen, i should have a Mejibray cover coming really soon as well Thank you

For real, I haven't been as hyped about anything Visual-Kei related since maybe, like, Sukekiyo's first album?

damn ORCALADE should release something, their debut EP was one of my favorite releases last year.

I just want to chime in and say that kizu had one of the best showings of the year with kizuato...I haven't heard a song that GOOD in a long time, shocking considering their first song sucked and their second single was just okay. They literally have ddrm shaking with that ending breakdown...it must be insane live

this band was amazing, and was more amazing because Neige (Old Silver Key / Alcest / Peste Noire) was in

I don’t understand the appeal behind novelty acts like Golden Bomber. Why even bother releasing physical music releases if the performers aren’t the original musicians? And why buy it (looking at you, Japan)? It kind of reminds me of that “California Raisins” tape that my parents bought for me when I was five.

The end very Choko Sand Biscuit CREAM of Aicle.

You can order it, however I'm not sure they will send you a ticket to the instore if you do (they might do if you e-mail them though). My suggestion is either: 1. Order it through someone who is in Tokyo and pick up your copy and ticket when you arrive or 2. buy it in the store when you arrive. I did the later one last time I was in Tokyo and Mizeria don't sell enough to sell out instore tickets anyway. (Although you might need to tell the staff that you want to go to the event otherwise they may not give you a ticket, I had to do that last time so double check that you actually get the ticket from the staff at the register).

haven't gotten to check any of these out yet but this is already my favorite music thread ♥

my pussy is ready for lil kyo's mixtape

His real name is obviously Salad Fingers.

is kyo wearing a fucking christmas wreath on his head?

Early Stiff Little Fingers is one of my favorites ...and Void is a classic of course. Classic!

To add, this:

Their digital single, "AMBITIONS" is also available for purchase through their online shop for 300 yen. [lineup] Vo.yu-ha Gt.Nero Ba.Aki Dr.RAY

Slay a bit, sis!

What's the point of asking an opinion if you're just gonna do whatever you wanted to do anyways? Was this an attempt to get attention? I'm sure there are better ways.

Awesome list. Kizuato was the stand out this year so far imo. Last year, many people commented on how Lime's limited vocal ability could be the downfall of kizu, but I think the title track should discard any doubts on that matter.

@fitear1590is such a cultured person, always bringing koochewsen to da spotlight x my personal picks are kato miliyah - i hate you i realize i havent listened to many new japanese releases yet lmao

i'm glad that even though hatsune miku is a popular choice, DEG decided to feature the vastly superior GUMI!

Trying to hire an hitman in the dark webz and accidentally hiring Yomi as Chiba thrusting his crotch against every vulunerable part of the victim's body while Izumi from Shibilebashir seduces him/her o m g The true power of those hookers is finally revealed!

imagine some shady-ass weirdo trying to look for a hitman online and accidentally stumbling upon a bunch of of MY DRAGON pvs

"Is anyone else getting tired of VK? I've been listening to it for the past six months and two days, so I've been into the scene for awhile, and all these bands just sound the same now. Thoughts?"

Mercuro has opened their OHP...I wonder whether they will resume activities http://mercuro.jp/ https://twitter.com/MercuroOfficial