Yukimoto

It's not bad at all, it's just different from all the heavy releases that are being brought out nowadays, and I think that funloving and lighthearted songs like these are by far overlooked in an era of the scene where everything is supposed to be dark and "br00tal". 
 
I like this, it's typically D for stepping out of the box and daring to do something different from a much larger clutter of same-sounding bands. That is why they stand out as a Visual Kei group, and that is why they'll always stand out. It's why D will always remain one of my favourite bands.

Can someone explain why it's supposedly so bad? Because it's cheesy or what? I can't even begin to count how many cheesy D songs/pv's I've come across over the years. 
 

 
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First off, as stated by others, the visuals in the video are amazing and create the literal "ominous" feeling that fit the music.  I can respect a band that goes out of there way to reflect the feeling of their concept in their music videos in addition to the music itself.
 
My favorite feature of the song was the non-traditional structure that the band explored on the track.  I can't help but compare it to Dir en grey as it reminds me of structures in Arche, where defined choruses are not entirely clear and bridges/solos are placed in non-predictable places, creating an exciting journey that left me interested in what was coming next.
 
The production quality was outstanding and created an impressive atmosphere with headphones.  The use of sampling really set the tone of the song, and the variation of instrumentation, mixing acoustic and electric instruments, kept it interesting.  I especially liked the way the acoustic guitars floated into the opening verses and the "True Dread" sampling in the center of the song.
 
However, in terms of vocal lines, there were no real memorable melodic hooks I noticed after the first few listens.  For this, there were moments the song dragged on.  Consequently, my overall impression of the song was not entirely positive.
 
Despite this, I admire the clear focus of the band to create a song that is outside of their standard comfort zone.  I wish that the closer wasn't the first track we heard were properly presented, as I think it will reduce the impact of the album in context after the first, formal listen.  I'll forgive that though, since I can't resist sampling it.
 
Of course, I am stoked to hear the entire album.  In all, I'd give this a 6/10 score.  There was enough experimentation to keep my interest, but no moments memorable enough to make me fall in love.

Are you sure that wasn't meant for the review forum? XD This is but a humble news topic. 

Don't do it Seimeisen!!!! I'm actually quite sad I listened to it without realizing it was the last song. I was just so happy to hear A new song from them SMH.

same

I actually love this. Sounds kind of fresh. Musically there is definitely something to be desired here if you get past the cheesiness imo. 

Aaaah finally a preview! I was waiting for it!
I kinda love the song, especially the verse, I'm not sure about the chorus...but WTF IS THIS PV??? u_u

WOW EPIC!!
OH MY HOW I LOVE THIS NEW SOUND!!
 

And again I think Born does really well, at least for me with their ballads. To me they usually make them pretty amazing 

It is.... I think teenAge dream is really good. But, you know sometimes it's hard to remember every song you think is great in a month. So NP atleast I know you liked it too

And again I think Born does really well, at least for me with their ballads. To me they usually make them pretty amazing 

And again I think Born does really well, at least for me with their ballads. To me they usually make them pretty amazing 

It is.... I think teenAge dream is really good. But, you know sometimes it's hard to remember every song you think is great in a month. So NP atleast I know you liked it too

MeteoroiD×ザアザア(xaa-xaa)×GAGA will hold their coupling 3-man live tour "その領域、禁断につき。(sono ryouiki kindan ni tsuki)" at Ikebukuro RUIDO K3 at 2015/11/03, at Shinsaibashi VARON at 2015/11/06 and at NAGOYA HOLIDAY NEXT at 2015/11/07
 

^ I WAS GOING TO DO FOXY FOXY! X'D Maybe next time. And lol, if I see that SEKAI NO OWARI song one more time..!
 
Simply the best man~

That SuG song is a great choice. Saw it too late to include it.

A real shame that SuG's "teenAge dream" wasn't mentioned seeing as the song itself marks SuG's (eventual) return to form (BLACK already showcased it but I am expecting more obvious signs) - as for anything else vk-related, don't count my commentaries in  (I am not really in touch with the scene, except for a few acts).
 
 
As for the "non-VK" department, I was actually pleased with Fitz' choices (no no no, don't blame me for favoritism lol) and really intending to give them a chance once I get over my nostalgia ventures I'll keep that new Toe in my mind as well...
 
Ps. new SEKAI NO OWARI ain't half-bad either - very odd tie-in choice though!
 
@@CAT5: We cannot call Yumi's song "blatant stealing" if the said riff happens to be sampled from Usher's track (god knows how much they modified the said snippet - it's 2k15 fhs). Someone has to up single sleeves so we could see those credits
 
Thumbs up to for TOWA TEI, btw!

AS for a prediction for this months best new tracks I'm sure MejizettE will be on there. Atleast for me

There was alot of great tracks that came out this month and I think a majority of the ones that appealed to me were already listed.
 
@Seimeisen I felt like D.I.D. kept its same composure coming back from their hiatus and I'm glad that much didn't change after that, since their sound is pretty amazing. I thought both songs were amazing on that release but the LONG AWAITED "Fatal Error race" was the better half.
 
For Dadaroma I like how they keep the songs balanced between metal core to jazzy to a mixture because for them I think it gives their fans a lot of different techniques to look forward too even if a majority of people like their harder stuff better. I think I would have to say the best part of that single for me was "kusatta mikan no houteishiki" I really liked it, but all together loved the whole single.
 
I think Diawolf's house/EDM music game is strong I could so see my brother playing that even though he doesn't listen to too much japanese music, but since he loves that genre I'm sure he would play that out. 
 
@ender-ender PURPLESTONE!!!!!!! THOUGH that single was amazing I love how they keep it consistent with great releases I think for me this was their best yet. Glad that made it on the list.
 
@ShanethVarosa I always love the arrangements of Kamijo's songs I feel like they compliment his voice very well and always look forward to his releases so his newest best were something I looked forward to hearing. Being that I love ballads this song was one of the best on the release for me too.
 
OK so I noticed aimer and have to leave VK for a bit but YESSSSS @CAT5 AImer is like one of my favorites now. i feel like everything she puts out is pretty amazing Last Stardust being my favorite on the album ( I don't think it's because I already heard the "Fate Stay Night" relases already but that could be true, even though I don't think it is). But Last Stardust had me on re-play it is SOOOO GOOD. i love her voice, it really grew on me. I even loved the melancholy "Dareka、Umi wo。" glad she made it on the list. 
 
Unite. and Codomo Dragon both released splendid albums there wasn't anything I had to think about twice if I liked it or not but I think my favorites were Codomo Dragon - Kireigoto and Unite. - ---Kiritorisen--- ( I think this was my favorite because it also caught me by suprise).
 
I guess after is a list of what I also liked:
Scandal - Stamp ( pretty catchy track)
Spyair - Fire starter (they always sound pretty amazing to me)
SuG - teenAge dream (I'm a pretty big SuG fan. That's not why they made it on the list for me though the song is just really well made IMO)
Ganglion - Save your heart (actually I think this is the first whole song I've heard from them. Thought it was really good)
Born - foxy foxy ( I think they do ballads pretty well. This was my favorite on the mini)
 
Thanks for the post. Love hearing what everyone else thought was great.

will buy this just for track 5

Thank you for the reviews everybody
My vote was to: Aimer
@@Seimeisen
Fatal Error Race was a great song for sure, when I get both songs I played it for more than 3 hours in a row.
W.O.D II and FER complete each other when playing together, this become another positive point.
@@CAT5 & @beni:
Aimer has a stunning and strong voice, I got to listen to the full album, and my favorite is still 誰か、海を。, but from the two you both mentioned is LAST STARDUST, also both MOON RIVER are cool too.
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About DADAROMA, hmm, I prefer 腐ったミカンの方程式, but nothing I can say, "wow, amazing".
I always think that Yoshiatsu could bring back his Crazy Shampoo style and stop this ""heavy"" with DADAROMA.
My list ↓

BORN – オルテナ
This song is perfect for my ears, the way Ryoga sings as always, is amazing together with the others.
No more words, only much love♡

BORN – 坩堝
A song that is like something you can found easily on some old album from the band like VIGOUR. Than around 1,33 min I kind remember of an old Transformers PS2 game loading, that was kind nostalgic.

BORN – foxy foxy
A perfect ballad from BORN, I was missing this type of song from them. In some moments, remind me about ProudiA and Sakura.
The piano, the guitars, with Ryoga's is so beautiful.
Should be because of this, that foxy foxy get 1st place on oricon.

Moran – 幸福についての尺度
A song with the pure essence of Moran, with Hitomi's outstanding voice, the band was able to make a "magic goodbye song" on their last single, that's is wonderful.
To be honesty, I cried when listening to it at first.

SEKAI NO OWARI – ANTI HERO
After some releases, SNOW have get back in action for me, this time with ANTI HERO, a song pretty different in instrumental elements and a darker atmosphere from Dragon Night and 炎と森のカーニバル.
I think they tried this new atmosphere and lyrics in full engrish for Attack on Titan movie, but they should continue with this because the have quality for it.

MY FIRST STORY new maxi-single "ALONE" will be released at 2015.08.05
 
Tracklist :
 
01. ALONE
02. 失踪FLAME
03. 21 Miles
DVD. ALONE (PV+MAKING SHOOT)
 

I'm a big fan of how DADAROMA are trying to be that all-around band that does a little bit of everything. A lot of bands try that but they are really weak in certain areas. But these guys are getting better and better at it! I was torn between "urei libido" and "kusatta...". The entire single is great.
 
Purple Stone are really blowing me away. Hope they keep it up!
 
Nice picks! I like the Ganglion song a lot too.

AS for a prediction for this months best new tracks I'm sure MejizettE will be on there. Atleast for me