Atreides

Teach us your ways, Gackt-senpai. 

I'm gonna have to go with Kisaki simply because that thread here that was exploring his past and these tapes and stuff was absolute gold. Haven't had such a good musical related laugh in quite awhile.

Chilling with some friends last night, I'm not in the picture but I found this humorous.
 
 

Chilling with some friends last night, I'm not in the picture but I found this humorous.
 
 

Chilling with some friends last night, I'm not in the picture but I found this humorous.
 
 

Also this one, I've been drinking heavily so don't judge me
 

Blackdoll

Everyone in here being all pretty and I'm like
 

dat me

I think we can safely put these guys here... xD
 

dada was responsible for the gaijin drama on his facebook maybe thats it
he's also a flop too but thats a given
 
i go through the kisaki thread at least once or twice a year in its entirety it needs to be pinned its like...MH history

I'm gonna have to go with Kisaki simply because that thread here that was exploring his past and these tapes and stuff was absolute gold. Haven't had such a good musical related laugh in quite awhile.

Chilling with some friends last night, I'm not in the picture but I found this humorous.
 
 

ya girl dyed her hair again

I'm gonna have to go with Kisaki simply because that thread here that was exploring his past and these tapes and stuff was absolute gold. Haven't had such a good musical related laugh in quite awhile.

Dude... 
DELUHI, D'espairsRay, PTP...
For real? Why do you guys make this to me? I can't vote with such massive picks like this, at some point those 3 were very important to my life.

I have some thoughts regarding elitism that I thought might be relevant here.
From my perspective, I've come across what I'd personally categorize as two different kinds of elitists. The main thing separating these two would be their motivations.
The first type of elitist I like to call the "psuedo-elitist". For me, this is the most common type. This type of elitist is driven by insecurity. They feel the need to bash and criticize any and everything they don't like in an effort to validate their own tastes. Some of them also make it their mission to learn as much about music as possible and to listen to all of the "objective" music classics - which is nice, but they don't do it for the sake of the knowledge alone - they do it so they can feel like they have a leg up on others. Some of this type are actually really knowledgeable, but unfortunately, they wield that knowledge from an unbalanced place and use it to boost their egos instead of shedding light in a healthy fashion. More often than not, they also lack individuality because they're constantly looking outside of themselves for validation instead allowing themselves to trust and appreciate their own, unique music taste. Most of this kind aren't even aware of themselves, so they end up coming off as assholes - or just looking like clowns to those who can see through them. They're usually troublesome to talk music with because they're too wrapped up in their own egos to properly perform the dance that is conversation.
The second type of elitist probably doesn't even personally identify with the term "elitist" and you'd probably never catch these guys referring to themselves as such. They have discerning tastes and they may be super knowledgeable about music, but they are self-validated and don't look outwards to "objective" standards - they define their own taste, they come up with their own ideas about music, and they completely OWN however they feel about music, regardless of anyone else's opinion. These people understand subjectivity and that their perspective is really not "elite" at all. They're able to seamlessly interface with music fans of all kinds. They're pleasant to talk to because they're more interested in exchanging perspectives, as opposed to trying to force their own opinion on others or prove that their opinion is somehow "right".
Thankfully, the first type can become the second type later on if they wish. I definitely went through a "pseudo-elitist" phase when I was younger, which I'm glad I grew out of.

Drunk on a Monday evening.
 

10 Types of J-Music Fans
 
 
 
 
The Casual That moment when you actually try to talk about visual kei with someone.
 
 
Pros: Potentially interested in learning more.
Cons: Unfamiliar with anything else an artist may have done.
 
 
 
 
The Expat
I'm into plush dolls. Native women are so overrated...
 
 
Pros: Did you need that ameblo post translated? They know a guy...
Cons: Will probably find a way to make every music discussion about j-music.
 
 
 
 
The Hoarder
The visual kei ward will be fresh af bby
 
 
Pros: They definitely have that super rare live distro file you've been looking for in flac.
Cons: It's just on their hard drive from 2001 packed up in storage.
 
 
 
 
The Otaku
How otakus share rarez
 
 
Pros: Deep and knowledgeable about music, may have variety in taste, love spreading music
Cons: Can be very difficult to find common ground musically, don't like sharing, neurotic habits
 
 
 
 
The Historian
Visual kei alone would take up half the chart but historians disagree on how many different sub -keis there should be.
 
 
Pros: A walking encyclopedia of obscure musical knowledge
Cons: Doesn't know anything about anyone you would care about
 
 
 
 
The Elitist
Start by listening to some real music n00b
 
 
Pros: Actually has dope music taste (on occasion)
Cons: Spends too much time being an asshole, too selective, not open to new things
 
 
 
 
The Shadow
Is it safe to come out?
 
 
Pros: The coolest peeps in the scene for sure.
Cons: Rarely ever advertise themselves as a J-Music fan
 
 
 
The Bangya Believe it or not they're sitting in assigned order.
 
 
Pros: They actually support the movement.
Cons: Describe going to lives as 参戦 (lit. "going to war").
 
 
 
 
The Hype Beast
This new visual kei band's releasing a 7-TYPE live distributed 30 copy single campaign based on the days of the week all recorded, mixed, and mastered in the same day! Pre-ordered all seven already!
 
 
Pros: They're on top of everything that's happening
 
Cons: Listens to Instigate the Grief and THE RUDIE SATAN PARK for pleasure.
 
 
 
The Tanuki
qurl you won't believe what i just found about about satsuki...
 
 
Pros: They got all the details about everyone
Cons: All but one of them are a lie (and they might not know which)
 
 
I hope you enjoyed the read! Are there any you think I missed? Comment and leave them below.

Well, I just want to say thank you.  I was listening to some stuff you posted and I think VANIRU is extremely sick.  Kind of reminds me of a few others I've heard recently, The Mortal and KA.F.KA.   I really love Masquerade of Cosmic!

Sorry to dredge up a slighly older thread.
 
 
I generally don't listen to Oshare kei, but Aicle has always been a guilty pleasure for me.  I've never introduced them to my real life friends, nor have I blared it from a car or anything, but it is a band I come back to frequently.  For Oshare kei (and visual kei in general) I feel like they are very special.  Everything generally fits really well together, and you can tell they put alot of effort into their music.  Also, their guitarists are absolutely excellent.  Sadly, I believe the scene will never see another band quite like this, especially in terms of raw talent, effort, and uniqueness. This is a case of a relatively unknown band when they formed who came to dominate their niche.

Quickest I've ever managed to apply my two basic makeup utilities. x'D

Drunk on a Monday evening.