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Dark Insanity new album "Providence of Darkness" will be released at 2014/11/26 (1,520yen)

NBL FUCKING TOLD YOU TO BUY THEIR ALBUM YOU LITTLE SHITS NOW LOOK WHAT YOU'VE DONE

The article is behind a paywall but here it is anyway:

http://online.wsj.com/articles/japan-falls-into-recession-1416182404?tesla=y&mg=reno64-wsj&url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10865553559589044147104580281300672383676.html

There are plenty of reasons for this but I am not an economist so take my opinions with a grain of salt. Chief reasons for this is probably:
Restrictive immigration policy. Population is steadily declining. Economy is slowing down due to the above two points and their attempts to bolster the economy by focusing on automation via technology has not advanced to that point yet. Square Enix still hasn't released Kingdom Hearts 3 or Final Fantasy 15. Lack of structural reform in said economy. Terrible female labor participation rate. Their female STEM students @ undergrad level is ~10% while China is ~40%. Their female CEO % is ~ 0.08%, literally dead last in the G20. And IIRC, They have one of the largest female temp worker percentages, because companies are reluctant to hire women full time (as they are expected to quit after marriage). Xenophobia / "cultural purity" Us filthy gaijins not paying for anime or manga. Mounting tension in the Asian areaa: read here Failed efforts at stimulating the economy only making things worse: read here Failed economic pacts: read here  
As we all have something to thank Japan for in one way or another, what are your thoughts on this?

Ehhh... yahooo ^ - ^
I am new here :33 obviously
I have no idea what I'm doing or how this website works but that's okay I'ma fast learner XP 
I just figured I'd try this site out <.<    >.> A good friend of mine is on here somewhere so might as well give it a shot :'D

Hmm.. something about me...
WELL, I am a HUGE Japanophile, Japan is my haven of happiness and the only place where I feel like I belong. My love for Japan is super legit and engraved in my whole being. No kidding. Extreme serious mode.
I lived in Osaka a few months for studying abroad and will be going to Tokyo soon, for 4 months, for my graduation internship (at Sony Corp. fxck yeah!). I can't wait XD *dances*
I aaaam 22 atm, born July 20th 1992 ^ - ^ like TenTen from MBHI ;D awesome people are born on this day ;D
I am from a tiny country called the Netherlands <.< I don't like it here, AT ALL XD love Amsterdam tho oh man <3
Uhmm.. what else.. I ADOOOORE CATS :DDDD I love animals in general but I'm a huge cat lover (∩˃o˂∩)♡
I obviously LOVE Visual Kei ヴィジュアル系 (♥ω♥ ) ~♪ it's my biggest passion, I can rant about it for hours and hours and days and nights and yeah (♥ω♥ ) ~♪
I am single as fxck if that matters XD
and if you wanna know more just ask, I won't bite
well depends on who you are, and I won't do it immediately or anything ;D probably maybe
here is a pic of me or something, my profile picture is more recent tho :')))
k bye XD

 

Ciel Nocturne new EP "S.H.A.D.O.W" will be released at 2014/12/24 (1,080yen)
 
[track list]
01.S.H.A.D.O.W
02.Revival-Destruction and Creation-
03.SEPARATE-EP ver.-

their new EP "The DIVIDE" will be released at 2014/10/15 (1,500yen)
 

I need big glasses to obscure my tiny Asian eyes.
This is part of my "Prospect" series (2 of 2).
 

"Up prospect"

Took a Retrica pic with my lil' sis >w<
She says hiiii ( ^-^ )/
Sorry for low res >_>"

Took a Retrica pic with my lil' sis >w<
She says hiiii ( ^-^ )/
Sorry for low res >_>"

WRITE-UP:
 
INTRO:
  The latest album by ALSDEAD, featuring the debut of their new drummer NIKKY (ex. GALEYD), and another obligatory change in their overall sound, feel, and direction.   An album that feels much more 'complete' than its contemporaries, with a solid feel and delivery throughout, providing another replay-button-friendly experience to my library.  
THE SOUND:
 
As similar to previous albums as it is different, they have kept the hard edge to their sound, while putting more emphasis on the individual instruments, and made the vocals fit in more as not necessarily leading the track, with melodies that are still strong and memorable, but do not rise above the value put on the guitars, or other instruments.
 
The signature cinematic ALSDEAD synth sound is back, with an even higher quality than ever. They definitely distinguish themselves as having some of the best synth's today, with more tracks that allow you to pleasurably follow the synth all the way through, and simply enjoy the unique tone, melodic value, and refined nature of production surrounding them. To me, the usual sign of having great tone is having notes that sound not as if they are coming from an instrument, and aren't registered by the listener simply as strings being picked, or keys being pressed on a keyboard, and ALSDEAD definitely accomplishes this on IDEA 
 
THE FEEL:
 
The tracks STARLESS and KILL THE KING should give you a starting point of what this album will sound like. It wavers in both directions: Softer with more synths, and harder with more grit and rough guitar. It is atmospheric, yet still comes off as a track-by-track experience, based on emotional expositions, raw emotions put into words that are either carefully articulated in Picture, or rudely shouted in D.9.N. 
 
It's emotional, atmoshperic rock-music storytelling that is delivered not with sap and melodrama, but with attitude.
 
HOW IT STACKS UP TO PREVIOUS ALSDEAD ALBUMS: 
 
If you have been following them, you have probably noticed that each album marks the end of one term in ALSDEAD's sonic history, and begets another. Their debut had an emphasis on heavy emotions, bad mental states, and a wailing, dramatic sound to match this. MODALITY felt like a series of short stories, with more of a straight-forward rock feel. Seperator felt like one long, interconnected story with a deeply atmospheric feel, and dark, sleepy nature to it in between harder songs.
 
IDEA almost feels like it mixes all of these elements together, while adding in some hard rock, some soft ballad elements, and some 90's rock mechanisms.
 
In terms of overall experience and enjoyment, I think after the initial adjustment to your expectations, and the fact that it doesn't sound exactly like older ALSDEAD, it holds up very well as another great entry into their library.
 
 
Track Count: 13
Listens: 20-25
Production Quality: 
Overall Rating: (This rating took some time to think over, as my first impression was of a 4.0, then built up to a 4.5 after about 20 listens, yet if I go with my gut, and realize how every track on this album hits home with me, and how much I am now enjoying it, I have to give it a 5.0)
 
Worth the Purchase?
If you have enjoyed their singles since Seperator, and have been a fan in general for any of their past releases, I highly recommend this. A solid album throughout, that shows no signs of inserted filler. The tracks are all solid, none get left behind in memory, each one brings something to the table, and overall this is a stand-out album that brings a lot to the table.

Artist: 12012 Mini: XII Score: After years of uncertainty, 12012 finally leave their fans a release that shines with confidence.
12012 have been struggling to find their sound for quite some time now. Throughout the years they have had a number of stylistic changes, jumping between gothic hard rock tunes and gentle pop melodies before settling on dark chugfests. It’s ‘Deicida of Silence’ and ‘The Swan’ which grabbed my attention, with new guitarist Saitou embellishing the band’s sound with the technical skill missing from their lacklustre self-titled album. With the announcement of their final EP before an indefinite hiatus, I was expecting 12012 to leave with the same deafening roar they displayed with their latter EPs. On the contrary, ’XII’ signals another sonic change for the band. Rather than creating more confusion for fans, 12012 seem to have found their identity.

What hits you about ‘vicious of absolution’ is how calm it sounds in comparison to ‘The Swan’. The downtuned riffs and thunderous drums have been given less precedence, instead running in tandem with audible basslines and gentle piano tones. Although lacking in sheer volume, the opening track is a brilliant showcase of Wataru’s vocal skill. The poor engrish and harsh vocals that hampered previous releases are gone, leaving us with a strong and emotive voice which has been missing since ‘Seven’. Although a quiet track, the intricate bassline, tinkling piano, and complex drumming in the background perfectly complement Wataru’s voice, creating a dark and despondent atmosphere fitting for the band’s potential final release. Devoid of chugging, screaming, or deafening blast beats, the song sets the tone for the majority of the EP.

‘story of a different dimension’ leads into more familiar territory, sounding like an experiment between ‘Diamond’ and ‘The Swan’; catchy and instrumentally balanced, yet dark and with a killer riff you’ll be humming for days. Again, Wataru’s vocals are impressive here, perfectly matching the energy of the song without going overboard. The chorus in particular highlights this, as well as the foregrounding of the bass guitar on ‘XII’, which allows the whole EP to sound more atmospheric than previous efforts. Saitou’s guitar work is also given a larger role in this song, infusing it with some much needed energy after the previous solemn affair. Due to its catchiness, infectious rhythm section, and frenetic opening riff, this is easily the strongest song on the EP and one which best shows the band’s newfound confidence.

This leads into ‘the red’, which is reminiscent of 12012’s latter EP. The sludgy guitar is back along with the guttural growling and desperate shrieking. Although out of place compared to the rest of the EP, the song is a perfect fusion of their pop and death metal sounds, with clean vocals and melodic instrumentation placed in parallel next to their binary opposites. Although the weakest song on ‘XII’, it displays a successful amalgamation of 12012’s previous sounds. Although this fusion is explored in every track on the EP to some degree, it’s this song which makes it the most apparent due to the ever-changing musical atmosphere.

In sharp contrast to this, ‘alone’ is taken straight out of 12012’s poppier back catalogue, making it a less challenging track. From the guitar tones to Wataru’s softer crooning, the song could have easily been slotted into ‘Mar Maroon’. Initially I couldn’t bear it; the mildness of the track detracting so much from what I was now used to from the band. However, repeat listens revealed the track to be one of the most musically balanced, with each member being easily audible. Due to this, the song is fuller than ‘the red’ in terms of its sound and allows each member to stand out in their own way. Not only does this make the song pleasant to listen to, but it also helps to convey the sound of ‘XII’ through its rich instrumentation. Complemented by basic guitar chords and beautiful piano, this song shows how 12012 can write a good pop song without deviating from the gloomy theme of the EP.

This skillful mix of genres is also apparent with the EP’s closer, ‘aqua’. The longest track on ‘XII’, this song starts with a simple electronic backing tune and piano. Once again, Wataru’s vocals take centre-stage here alongside a sombre bassline. It takes a while for the song to gain pace but as soon as the drums kick in, ‘aqua’ is given real weight. Matched perfectly by the louder, more insistent vocals, a true sense of closure is given to the EP. Wataru’s plaintive cries also convey the sadness behind the band’s hiatus which makes the song much more emotive. Sadly, this climax is followed by a clumsy guitar solo which sounds like a collection of odd notes thrown together. Unlike the bass solo preceding it some minutes before, it doesn’t seem to match the key of the song and stands out in the wrong way. The song’s length is also a drawback, weakening the effect of ‘aqua’’s impact through its meandering middle section. In spite of this, ‘aqua’ is an emotional piece and a fine way of ending ‘XII’.

I was disappointed with this EP at first. I hated that the band had changed their sound despite creating something unique with ‘Deicida of Silence’ and ‘The Swan’, flippantly disposing a genre that suited them well. Despite its lack of initial impact, I found myself listening to this EP over and over again, realising each track was as infectious as the last. As a result, ‘XII’ isn’t a step backwards at all, but a display of maturity caused by a fusion of everything that makes the band great. The EP is heavy but in a different way; with nothing used to excess. Every track demonstrates each member’s technical skill with darker, heavier material, but also an awareness of the fans and what they’ve wanted since ‘Seven’ or even ‘Play Dolls’. Due to this, they leave the scene with their most memorable release to date, covering all past soundscapes in a fusion that is a pleasure to listen to. If they ever come back - and I truly hope they do - this is the 12012 I want to listen to. This is 12012 at their finest.

it is announced at NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST one-man live tour "The Liberation of Desire" tour final at Shinjuku BLAZE at 2014/06/07 that their new album "THE OMNIGOD" will be released at 2014/12/17, although details have not yet been announced
 
 
btw they will hold their one-man live tour "THE IMPERIAL RULER" since Sendai HooK at 2014/11/08 and up to LIQUDROOM ebisu at 2014/12/19
 
 
SET-LIST at 2014/06/07:
 
01.DESPERATE
02.Sphere
03.Reverence
04.The Beautiful Craze
05.VENOM
06.Liberation
07.Puppet Creature
08.UNBREAKABLE
-Daichi Gt. solo-
SE.Gravity
09.Libra
-Cazqui Gt. solo-
10.Empty glass
11.Obligation
12.Strike in fact
13.A Bullet of Skyline
14.V.I.P
 
EN1
01.Aster
02.FATE
03.Vanilla
SE.améthyste
04.Dysphoric Torment
-Natsu Dr. solo-
-Masa Ba. solo-
05.Domestic Crisis
06.A Day to Re:member
 
EN2
01.V.I.P

Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas new maxi single "Let Me Hear" will be released at 2015/01/07 (1,296yen)
 
[track list]
01.Let Me Hear
02.Sparkling Sky Laser
03.Abyss

Took a Retrica pic with my lil' sis >w<
She says hiiii ( ^-^ )/
Sorry for low res >_>"

Took a Retrica pic with my lil' sis >w<
She says hiiii ( ^-^ )/
Sorry for low res >_>"

Hello ladies!... and guys, I guess... hello to you too
 

Finally autumn is here, i should wear coats
 

 

i think i like grey color
 

Too many attractive people here, and then.. there's me.
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First time with selfie/make-up and showing myself on here, outcome = fail. xD (Super blurred too, sorry and hair isn't done at all >.<)

second one! i have a thing for lipstick, and you look hot.

I hope that the hiatus will be the start of new and better projects for each member, because their latest releases were pretty boring and uninspired IMO.