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I got it covered, guys. They responded to my email in less than a day this time, haha. I don't know what actually happened, but it seems like they literally forgot to send it. But it's sent now and I have the tracking number. It's a bit ridiculous, but whatever, I'll be getting it finally! Sorry about moderately derailing teh topic!

On this note, I ordered something from Brand-x in January and still haven't received it yet... I've emailed them twice but no response. I suppose I'll have to try again. I'm getting worried!

Lol, you said it. Versailles could release the most epic fucking song and people would still complain, "guh, too overproduced" or "How insensitive to release more songs after Jasmine You's death. They should have just disbanded!" or something else. As for the single, definitely not my favorite release but for me, there was at least something to like about every song, which is all I really ask for. Philia: Really like the riff from like 20 seconds-30 seconds, love the solos (that lead back into that nice intro riff), love the ending section. Don't really like the part where Kamijo is almost acapella-ish except for the harp or whatever? Solid track. 8.5ish/10 Judicial Noir: The intro actually did remind me of Noble era stuff like SUZERAIN, but whatever, there's no pleasing fans anymore... Great solo section. I will agree that Kamijo's vox on this track are at times a bit iffy. Overall, some of the instrumentals are a bit filler-ish. Also lol at Kamijo's english at the end, haha. 7.5/10 Desert Apple: I really appreciate that Hizaki was experimenting on this one, since he has a very signature sound (and he has a tendency to be "safe" and stick to this sound). Nice general melody in the middle section, but the song overall is a bit messily put together. Yes, this is coming from a Love from a Dead Orchestra and God Palace fan, so I'm not opposed to lots of different movements, but I think this one could have been put together better. STILL, kudos for being outside of the Versailles comfort zone. 7.5/10 Overall: 8/10 I know they can do better, but it was a pretty good release.

I absolutely agree with that Champ, but jesus, with these lyrics?? I was just gonna give her the benefit of the doubt and guess that the 13 year old girl wrote them...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article ... icism.html She didn't even write the lyrics?! Ah, I just feel kinda sorry for her then... Now the question is, who is responsible for these lyrics?

From last.fm: Lol, Herpes, i thought for sure you would have been the author of that. And goddamn, these lyrics are genius. Even better than Insane Clown Posse's Miracles!

Noooo You are my news source! Hope to see you back soon

HAHA, I know. Jonjon's comment from a month ago suddenly makes sense.

To answer your question Peace Heavy MK (like a month late), it actually is on US iTunes! Only 99 cents!

Wow, I cannot believe those facebook assholes talking about pearl harbor.

Well, the one plus is that they didn't say "kawaii"

I heard the samples when Erik ~RosedeVersailles~ from bonjour honey shared the link: http://www.amazon.fr/Philia/dp/B004QIMPCS I'm really loving the sample for Desert Apple so far! (Judicial Noir seems cool as well, haha)

Maiku, I didn't know anyone else agreed with me! You're the only other person I've encountered that doesn't praise this film to the high heavens! God bless you, chil'!! But seriously, can't stand Bradley Cooper. Get out. Also, pertaining to the list. I don't necessarily want to "unsee" Antichrist as a whole, but watching Charlotte Gainsbourg snip her... "goods" was pretty excessive.

Rapping in rock/ metal. From what I've heard, it has never successfully worked. Plus, Asian ENGRISH rapping is that much more irritating to me. Besides that, all the ridiculous "cores". Crunkcore, trancecore... Just stop it!

I was just listening to them yesterday. Their guitar-style/ atmosphere is one of the best things I've heard in a while. I need to get into the vocals more, because they're a bit weird for me. If I can acquire a taste for his vocals, then I know I'll really start to enjoy this band. Cool stuff!

Haha, that was great. Here's a nice companion video, actually uploaded by the same person: xP1-oquwoL8

I'm surprised there wasn't a topic already!!! Anyway, Shiina Ringo is an undoubtedly talented singer/musician known for her distinct voice and music that seamlessly incorporates countless genres into a creative, yet highly accessible mix. Since around 2003, she has also participated in the band, Tokyo Jihen. The band is known for a more jazz-influenced rock sound. I know there's plenty of fans here so: -Discuss the awesomeness that is Shiina Ringo (椎名林檎) and Tokyo Jihen (東京事変). -Post some of your favorite songs! -List your favorite albums! My Shiina Ringo favorites: おだいじに aB7_67QaNrk 茎 gKHY82VbEFM ギャンブル acWlsI4ticg 都合のいい身体 NbyhwyecEq0 That kinda sums up my taste for her. I personally LOVE the extravagant jazz-orchestra stuff on Heisei Fuuzoku, so that's probably my favorite album. The mega-popular KZK and the not-as-popular Sanmon Gossip (minus the rapping!) are tied for second place. I thoroughly enjoy her more rock-oriented first and second albums too, but they haven't hit me as hard as the other three. _______________________________________ I'm still getting into Tokyo Jihen so I'm not sure what my favorites are, yet. Here's some songs that I really like so far: 遭難 cUALx0uqa1U 能動的三分間 61-PymUKtBM 絶体絶命 5tCTzt_apKY 空が鳴っている YzO5LrG73gE 女の子は誰でも (greatest PV ever, btw) sCVRE6UygOs

Oh yeah, Mayu!! I love his guitar style so much. I wonder what he's up to these days...

-soft, usually higher pitched male vocals -soulful female vocals -interesting, complex rhythms in catchy/accessible music -neo classical, pseudo "gothic" / VK stuff -also the carnival thing -bossa nova guitar -melodic, speedy, arpeggio-y riffs -"full" sounding drums -super high production value orchestration -spacey synths -piano as an intricate background instrument, not just chords (see: foxy shazam/ strawberry song orchestra) -shibuya kei -gang vocals -chaotic/grating, yet highly listenable (a la The Piass) fun topic!

Welcome to visual kei. They seem to be all about these specific marketing schemes. They could throw another song and two "SE's" on here and potentially get away with calling it a "full album". It's silly!

Totally awesome. I'm really loving the intro guitar riffs. Is this the same location as a Megaromania or Phantasmagoria PV? (I don't remember which ones, but the whole underground looking thing is familiar)

Ooooo That was one of the first ルナ tracks I'd heard. Good stuff. I hope they'll do it well, too.

It has a nice "indie rock" feel to it at times, but I really wish Aicle wouldn't stay content with these safe pop-rock songs. What made them stand out in the beginning was their weirdness/craziness MIXED with the pop. The song isn't bad at all, but it's not what I consider true Aicle.

Whut? I already thought they were a "formal" band, haha. You scared me there for a minute Trombe, with the "last live" stuff. Jeez, VK bands are so weird with these kinds of things. Anyway, good for them. Maybe now they'll start to release at a faster rate than 5 songs/ 2 years.

Sara (guitarist of Faralis) Icchi (Canzel vocalist) I also support a Hisui comeback. I can't say he was technically good, but I enjoy a lot of Madeth and Schwardix Marvally songs. I wish the Eliphas Levi vocalist would come back too!