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good, they apologized for their recent work so far xD

put them on ice and give them an opportunity to come back themselves. a year after no communication likely taking place whatsoever you'll probably fill the place they occupied in your life with either different friends, or new hobbies, or just some self-love/TLC time. don't message them first ever again.

new band "ひととなり (Hitotonari)" has formed and will commence formal activities at 2019/11/7 at Shibuya VUENOS. In an unusual twist, they have opened a crowdfunding page: https://checkeredflag.jp/product/new-band-hitotonari/ Vo.H∧L (ex-キボウ屋本舗 (Kibouya Honpo)-->マイナス人生オーケストラ (Minus Jin-Say Orchestra)) Gu.クマ (Kuma) (ex-beaU-->AibeLL-->GizeL-->レクレンズ (Reclens), also in リムキャット (Rimcat)) Ba.進藤 渉 (Shindo Wataru) (ex-LIPHLICH) Dr.DARI http://hitotonari.tokyo/

As hard as it is, considering the history you two probably have together, the best thing for the both of you might just to end the relationship. Maybe not for good, but for now it seems that she isn't putting the same effort into the relationship you are. I've had situations like this, and decided that I needed to take care of myself first and not waste my energy on people who could care less about me.

Just ordered my first set of VK CD's. So excited to play them!

This is an interesting topic and is being discussed more maturely than I had anticipated. From my experience and interests, I used to despise K-Pop. But it is a lot of fun if you like it for your own reasons. I would even go as far to say as the Visual Kei fandom is quite similar but on a smaller scale due to how large or small the communities are. Both focus around liking sub-cultures and, while not all of them, most listen exclusively to groups that fall with in those sub-cultures. I, myself, listen to a lot of different things as of late. Not just Japanese or Korean music. As for the fandoms, toxicity is not unique to the kpop culture, it exists just as prominently in the visual kei fan base as well as any other other fan base. Kpop groups charge high prices for meet and greets and concert tickets, while Visual Kei groups host in store events that require you to also spend a lot of money to get a ticket or to be able to meet/have a photo with all the members. In Visual Kei there are fans who follow exclusively one band, and in Kpop there are fans who follow exclusively one group. There are crazy obsessive fans in VK and in Kpop but both also have communities in which people have met really close friends and made memories together that are priceless. As for the music, that's really left to the individual. One may say all kpop sounds the same while another says all visual kei sounds the same. As much as we'd all like to defend our favorites and say that Dir en grey or BTS are so original, it's just not that true. In todays day and age and how people really learn music through the influence of other musicians, there is no one artist who simply picked up an instrument and made something that wasn't at least similarly done by someone on this earth filled with approximately 7.5 billion people. It's more so about being genuine with how you use music as a universal language. That's just me. But I'm sure if i had the time, I could find a lot more lesser known garage bands or bedroom DJs who make more genuine music than a most of massively known artists, but it would be impossible for one person to find them all. So instead of thinking of originality maybe just look at it as "Does this speak to me? Do I vibe with this? Is it genuine?" and just follow what makes you feel good. Do I think people just like Kpop groups for the hot boys? Absolutely, but I also think the same about some fans of visual kei bands. For some people, the music does come first. I'm quite picky when it comes to either side. I have an acquired taste and I know what sort of feeling or vibes I like. Mejibray was really popular, but I just couldn't get in to them musically. TXT is really popular, but their music didn't really vibe with me. It just depends on the person. My last final opinion, based on my own mistakes, denying yourself from listening to something because of the other people who like it... I don't think that's a true opinion of your thoughts on the music regardless of the genre. If you like something, you don't need to partake in the culture of it to enjoy it.

Thanks everyone. I deleted her on FB and said something about lousy friends on IG, apparently the shoe did fit because she was outraged that I was "treating her like shit". So, bye. Sucks that her sister who barely knows me did notice I was having an awful time and asked when I was free so we'd meet for coffee and chat.

the fact that those toy cars can't gattai into some giant combat mech w/ moustache kyo's face emblazoned on the chest is a CRIME

that thing so actively cosplaying Kiyoharu with her moves, hair flips, and angles for this video is so hilarious coupled with the track that sounds like someone musically shitting themselves over and over again with the only intention of publicly rolling in their shit in a cyclic horse laxative downpour episode

I look fuckin pissed off

They will be pressing their first release into two physical CDs. Type A 1. 星にネがいを 2. 復讐 3. 怨返し Type B 1. 星にネがいを 2. 復讐 3. 嘘つき Additionally, they will be releasing a new single, "Hitori Bocchi" (ひとりぼっち) on October 10th for 500 yen.

Protect PureSound PLEASE

I had a job centre appointment yesterday and I know it was supposed to be informative/encouraging but all it did was teach me what a load of fucking arseholes the majority of employers are and how much I need to lie on my CV if I'm to ever get a job. Most soul-crushing ninety minutes of my life.

Gauzes. (a La'mule worship band of yesteryear) has recently made a new Twitter account and announced their first show in roughly 4 years. They will be performing at Nagoya MUSICFARM on December 29th. Thus far, it is unclear if this is a one-time thing or if they are going to be more active going forward.

new band "BUZZLE-PUZZLE" has formed on September 25. It is the solo project of Vo.トゥーディー (twozzy) (ex-LORAIN). Their concept is "life is a series of opportunities" and will be a pop rock band. Their first demo live will be held at Aoyama RiZM on November 18. [support members on 11/18] Gt.藤居諒 (Fujii Ryo) (DreamPunchLine) Ba.くえんさん (Kuen-san) Dr.Kanon (ex-Ms.LIAR, ZeR'0-ゼロ (support), now カミナリ (kaminari) (support)) Twozzy69 youtube Twozzy69 twitter Buzzle-Puzzle twitter Here's some vids of Twozzy's past solo songs~

If the Vanitas shirt is still available, I’d like one of those. If not the Aizou ni tsuki is cool. Maybe the shigarami towel too. I imagine an American large is like an XL over there?

Thank you very much for letting me know! It was helpful.

i had to send actual yen back then. teen bliss. i miss the mountain of flyers they'd throw in.

Hi. I already made a few posts so I think it's required to say a few things about me. Aries is my zodiacal sign and easy to pronunciate and remember, I think it fits in forums and such places, that's why I choose it. I am a girl, painter, photographer and interior designer by education. Outside of this I am animal rights defender, activist, vegan, dog mom and some other beasts adopter. I like classic vehicles, Dodge Challenger '69, Chevy Camaro, Delorean and such old beauties. Love gardening, plants at all. Love sea and forest, private quiet evenings, loud music fests, scandinavian culture, asian culture, balcan culture, I like finding out more facts about more things, it's good to take good parts of different cultures to improve ourselves. I love wolves, owls, ravens. My favourite movie is The Crow. Love gothic culture and music. And chocolate! 😉

You should check out Flamen then. Can't see anyone liking Véhémence and Obsequiae, and not enjoying Flamen.

Third Stage also shipped internationally, but that shop is dead for so long, no one remembers it anymore. XD

If you intend to buy multiple items from there, go with FROM JAPAN. Otherwise, ZenMarket.

The mini album "dadaism #5", which was scheduled to be released on October 30, has been postponed to November 13th.

yep. this is iconic https://www.galaxybroadshop.com/products/detail.php?product_id=1120

カミナリ (Kaminari) will suspend activities indefinitely as Ba.蓮 (ren) will depart from the band after their live on 11/12 at Higashi Koenji 20000V.

MOB will release a new song in November! They will also hold a sponsored live on 2020/02/27 at Shinjuku club SCIENCE.

The song sounds ok. Way heavier than anything they released on Today. Too bad it's the same chord progressions we've seen every post 2010 Vkei band do.

If you’re wondering how long it normally takes for the seller to send an invoice, it depends on the seller. It’s been years since I’ve used Discogs (it’s mostly flippers in Europe), but the longest I’ve had to wait for an invoice is 12 hours.

TOXIC was better than DIVISION in my honest opinion. By no means do I hate DIVISION, but yeah.

Just chillin. And yes, I have a bunch of VK pics taped to my wall lol

@KomorebiBasically I think talking things through is always worth it with people that are dear to oneself. But then you actually even tried with telling her how you feel while even going through a real tough time (which makes it even harder going through this crap). I've been at a similar point this year, several times actually even though all were long-term stuff (like me being hurt for months or years). I decided on parting. I leave behind what's not doing me good. I've been fighting so much and it never paid off. Who doesn't show me I'm important to them doesn't belong in my life anymore. But I had to learn this the hard way and over many many years. I wish to you it'll be an easier way for you, it won't ever be easy though.

What? Misery's solos are all about that VK vibes! Seriously, if I think of a guitarist who actually has a place in the scene it's him!

I stay as far away from the culture and music of Kpop as I can (difficult considering my circle of friends right now are all Korean and listen to it). It's just never appealed to me and the perception that I get is that it's done more harm to the Korean music industry than good. It hasn't allowed there to be space for different genres of music. Like, where are the hard rock bands and experimental electronic artists? I think the burgeoning K-indie scene has created a more open space for actual artists to write and produce their own music and it's great to see some individual creativity. But even so, there's a certain sound you can peg to the scene and it's ended up creating, from my perspective anyway, an alternatively stylized sub-sect of cookie-cutter production in rap, rnb/hip hop, downtempo pop. I'm not saying the music itself is bad, just that I would like to see more support for lesser-loved genres of music like hardcore, metal, and experimental music. You just don't see bands like Dir en grey and Deviloof, Mono and Boris or Midori and Otoboke Beaver from Korea.

2019.11.20 (wed) D will release a new single 「UNCROWNED KING」 and "VAMPIRE STORY" Character Concept Album「Justice」 Aside from regular channels, the CDs will be also available at -> https://rosenkranz.shop-pro.jp/ The release was apparently pushed back from November 13th to November 20th. Single will have two types: Limited Edition CD + DVD (TYPE-A) * Deluxe 24-page booklet ¥ 1,800 CD 1. UNCROWNED KING 2. Antiserum 3. UNCROWNED KING (Instrumental) DVD 1. UNCROWNED KING (Music Video) 2. UNCROWNED KING (Music Video Making) Regular Edition CD (TYPE-B) ¥ 1,500 CD 1. UNCROWNED KING 2. Antiserum 3. Absolute zero 4. Invisible enemy (Instrumental) The album will be a limited release, with 24-page booklet ¥ 3,800 CD1 1. Sleeper 2. Lapis lazuli～君を思うほど僕は欲しくなる～ (Lapis lazuli ~Kimi wo Omou hodo Boku wa Hoshikunaru~) 3. what is Going On with The Human 4. Graveless 5. DARK WINGS 6. 弾丸 (Dangan) 7. Underground road 8. 花惑 (Hanamadoi) 9. Nocturnal 10.いばらの冠 (Ibara no Kanmuri) 11. 断罪の銃士(ガンナー) (Danzai no GUNNER) CD2 12. Nightly Knights 13. Grand Master 14. In the name of Justice 15. 鬨の声 (Toki no Koe) 16. Snow White 17. Next Generation 18. Revive～荒廃都市～ (Revive〜Kouhaitoshi〜) 19. Deadly sin 20. Antiserum 21. Follow 22. UNCROWNED KING

Guitar tone is part of the production process. A better master would make a huge difference. In TIW, there's so much overall compression that the sound is crushed to the point of almost becoming two-dimensional. That's why it sounds 'flat'. Distorted guitars sound 'flat' by their very nature. A good mix will give them not only spatial positioning but also breathing room in the song. Anyway, I do think that this was an artistic decision to make the LP sound as claustrophobic and difficult as possible. If so, they achieved their goal... at the cost of the music being fatiguing to listen to. Compare the album mixes to the live ones. It's like night and day. Apologies if I'm sounding like a broken record.

Macabre Gauze Missa Kisou Vulgar Uroborus Marrow of a Bone Withering to Death Arche TIW DSS good production/mastering really won't make that much of a difference for their new stuff. They need a better guitar tone! I revisited Vulgar (which I used to kinda poopoo because it was their take on nu-metal, but time heals all wounds etc) and the guitar absolutely rips compared to this flat, uber-scooped protoolsy tone they have now.

shinjuku gewalt is looking great

Yeah of course the Tomurai debacle was very hard to swallow but to be honest I wouldn't be concerned yet. The "Vanitas" music video was posted on the 2nd of June, and Chedoara itself was out on the 8th of August, more than 2 months after it. We woulnd't see a "digest video" of the Chedoara songs until August 13, 5 days after the release of the album. I understand people have legitimate reasons to be feeling concerned but I don't think it's time to be freaking out yet. Have stuff to be continuously postponed without little explanation like Tomurai, then I'm going to be actually concerned. BTW, has any j-rock/vk band ever tried any crowdfunding campaign or subscription system or something like that? Maybe it could help them. I kinda doubt it considering the japanese music industry is so assbackwards lol

In the grand scheme of things every DEG album sounds like sweaty cheeks, so I don’t know why we even continue to have this discussion

I assume it's the cover: 1.SE - Please Call me - 2.INSULT KISS 3.Envies - 13(2019 Re-Recording Ver.) ¥1,500(tax in)

This looks awesome!!

i only listen to my music through recycled mcdonalds drive-thru speakers and TIW sounds amazing tbh

Feels like we talk about these "rate your DEG albums" topic every other weeks. 😂😂

cant believe ruki & the boys are finally legally allowed to FUCK

Heyy Man ... I should make a blog thing for the weird outfits I create