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Miyavi in Top 5 of Mashable's Open Web Awards

Soovey — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:07:43 GMT

http://mashable.com/owa/votes/category/33?c=33

Go there to vote for Miyavi for best musical artist to follow! He's already in the top 5, and I would really hate to see him lose to Britney Spears. :/ You can vote once per day!

Diru event in NYC

Ed — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:56:06 GMT

Our friends at the Diva Review are holding an event, check it ouuuuut:

URGENT ANNOUNCEMENT: MIYAVI USA TOUR POSTPONED

Ed — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:03:33 GMT

Looks like it's officially official, folks: It is with the greatest regret that we have to announce that Miyavi's USA tour (scheduled to perform in Seattle, New York, Atlanta, and Dallas) has been cancelled, and will be rescheduled. There has been problems which occurred regarding the band member's entry permits, and complications that arose during the process of scheduling/booking of venues. Moreover, the condition of Miyavi's health after an injury which occurred during the Europe ...

detroit7 releases New EP

daruma — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:07:12 GMT

the Japanese band "detroit7" releases New EP!!

New Digital Album "Black & White EP" is available now.

Their sound is SO COOL!! Check it right now!!

http://www.darumalabel.com/artists/detroit7.html

Miyavi World Tour 2009- Co-Miyavi Worldwide International Family ^.^

Soovey — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 14:57:12 GMT

Yup! Miyavi has announced his 2nd world tour beginning in September, "Neo Tokyo Samurai Black Tour 2009". Tickets go on sale April 29. It doesn't look like he's going to make it to the US, but he is going to Mexico. Wah... He also announced that on his birthday, September 14, he's having a special concert in Tokyo to kick off the new official fanclub, "Co-Miyavi Worldwide International Family". ^.^ And international fans everywhere squeal with delight. Source: Miyavi's ...

Dir en grey Tour

Trunks2kawaii — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:33:19 GMT

11/2 Warehouse Live - Houston, TX
11/3 Trees - Dallas, TX
11/8 Chacara do Jockey - Sao Paolo, Brazil
11/11 Gramercy Theater - NYC, NY
11/13 Gramercy Theater - NYC, NY
11/14 Gramercy Theater - NYC, NY
11/16 The Metro - Chicago, IL
11/18 Gothic Theatre - Englewood, CO
11/20 House of Blues - W. Hollywood ,CA
11/22 Gramercy Theater - NYC, NY
11/23 The Fillmore - San Francisco, CA

The Underneath - Tour

Ed — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:36:35 GMT

Here are the dates if anyone's going to be in Japan: the Underneath tour 2009 "COME with US" the Underneath ONEMAN TOUR!! 2009.11.29(sun.) YOKOHAMA BAYSIS (Kanagawa) Open 17:30 / Start 18:00 Ticket: adv 3,150 yen (tax in・+Drink 500 yen) / ent 3,675 yen (tax in・+Drink 500 yen) Information:DISK GARAGE　03-5436-9600 2009.12.13(sun.) SHINSAIBASHI FAN-J（Osaka） Open 17:30 / Start 18:00 Ticket: adv 3,150 yen (tax in・+Drink 500 yen) / ent 3,675 ...

Cure Media USA Poll

spoonybard — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:08:18 GMT

OK, people, for those who don't know, there is a site called CureMedia U.S.A - PURE J-ROCK . They play loads of Jrock, and at their forums, one of the polls they have is for you to vote for your favorite band on the list. They will show it to the bands' management or to the bands themselves. You can vote for up to two, and DELUHI and Matenrou Opera are on the list!(please vote for them.Please?) Also on the list: ALSDEAD, -OZ-, Megaromania, SADIE, AND, D=OUT, and BORN. While you're there, listen ...

DELUHI USA

spoonybard — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 03:04:14 GMT

If you are a DELUHI fan, there is a group made by fans called DELUHI USA. They are collecting comments on why people like the band with the intention of sending them to the band. They want you to put your name, state, or if you live elsewhere, your country, and why it is that you like the band. Your comment cannot be longer than a page, and the comments cannot be of a sexual nature. You can also send fan art. They will be accepting comments until the first of December. They have extended ...

hide fans....whatever happened to Spread Beaver?

Ed — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:10:46 GMT

Well, for those who have wondered, looks like they're still cranking it out. Check out the bottom of this press release we received from Hear Japan: Yokohama, Japan - September 9, 2009 - HearJapan released the new DEATHGAZE album today at midnight in Japan. The digital download includes a photo shot of the band, lyrics and additional artwork as well as DRM-free mp3s of the entire album. All for only 1500 yen (15 dollars). DEATHGAZE reworked a lot of their earlier material. ...

R.I.P. Jasmine You

Ed — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 23:56:26 GMT

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family & friends of Versailles bassist Jasmine You. You will be missed.

Congrats to Miyavi!

Ed — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:25:25 GMT

Miyavi and melody's baby girl was born on 7/29 at 4:40 pm. Poor mom had 20 hours of labor 0_0, She's going to be tired for a while!

Yoshiki's neck surgery?

Ed — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:50:36 GMT

Received this today from CD Japan: Yoshiki (member of X Japan) undergoes neck surgery on July 27th 2009 at the the Cedars Sinai Medical Center in the U.S. Because of his intense drumming performance, his cervical disc herniation has gotten gradually worse. After his concert in Taiwan, he lost feelings in his left hand, and according to recent news, he is also starting to suffer numbness in his right hand. Haven't heard this info elsewhere, but that's a scary/risky surgery. Best wishes ...

Miyavi is... married.

Soovey — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:23:59 GMT

Miyavi wasn't expecting the information to leak out, but he and former singer melody. are hitched and having a baby! His official announcement will be during his performance on April 5. It seems like he's getting a lot of so called "fans" angry by the news, but this fan is 100% happy for Miyavi and melody., wishing them the best of luck and lots of love!

Source:
JapanToday.com
Miyavi's myspace blog

Contest: Cover the Pillows

Ed — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:31:48 GMT

We've just received a press release about a pretty cool contest AVEX artists "the Pillows" are holding. Enter to win a trip to japan to see them live! Worldwide cover contest of famous Japanese rock band “the pillows”!!! Celebrating their 20th anniversary, Japanese rock band “the pillows” is now holding a cover contest on YouTube.com. This contest is accepting submission worldwide. the pillows is known for singing the theme and featured songs of the acclaimed ...

VAMPS TOUR!

Ed — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:53:03 GMT

Did everyone see the VAMPS blog up tonight?
http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=1001163280&blogID=477857886

More Miyavi news!

Ed — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:15:08 GMT

From J Glam's MySpace ~~ MYV NEWS 6/5/09 Dear all Co-Miyavi, Thank you so much for your support to Miyavi. We have very good news for you all!! CONFIRMED!! MIYAVI BACK IN SOUTH AMERICA!! We are very happy to finally be able to announce the second appearance of Miyavi in South America. Following his hugely successful debut tour last year, Miyavi will bring his new style 'NEO TOKYO SAMURAI BLACK TOUR 2009' to a city near you. Oct.13, ...

JRock events in Greece!

Ed — Tue, 26 May 2009 07:20:39 GMT

A Greek group called Sakura Syndrome has two upcoming events we'd like to tell you all about. Here's the info: When: Saturday, 6th of June Where: DaSein Cafe-Bar (Solomou 12, Plateia Eksarxeion) Time: 21:00 Admission: FREE - COSPLAY - Prizes for the most popular cosplays! - The best music and videos in town~ Visual Kei, J-rock, Jpop, Anime&Game OSTs, Extreme sounds and images, we've got it all! - Secret Band Presentation! Our popular feature continues, introducing you ...

Good news for DEATHGAZE and Shakalabbits fans!

Ed — Wed, 13 May 2009 05:09:15 GMT

Hey everyone,

Our friends over at HearJapan have just signed heavy vk band DEATHGAZE, and acclaimed punk band Shakalabbits!

You can grab full albums from both bands for a great price at their site. Check it oooouuuuut!

Get Miyavi's "Victory Road to the King of Neo Visual Rock" Box Set!

Soovey — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:18:29 GMT

The jacket covers of the box set have been released! He really looks different without his lip-ring, and the photos are startling. The limited box set includes the CD, DVD, special "Making Of" DVD, and 10 postcards including the jacket photos and an autographed message from Miyavi! yesasia.com and cdjapan.com still have the box set listed as "Untitled", but it's there. Either website will be fine to buy from, because after adding shipping the prices are about the ...

Sake-Bombed Japanese Star Gets Naked

Trunks2kawaii — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:35:20 GMT

Did you guys see this? This was the first thing I saw on AOL when I went to check my e-mail this afternoon.......

Sake-Bombed Japanese Star Gets Naked

Miyavi Creates Own Company

Soovey — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:59:15 GMT

He just announced it on his website that he is creating his own company in order to be independent. There's not very many details about it yet. Yay for Miyavi!

Yoshida Brothers US tour

Ed — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT

Our issue 3 cover band, the Yoshida Brothers, is coming back to the US! If you've never seen a shamisen concert, you should absolutely check these two out. The shows aren't terribly expensive, either, so even a student should be able to go. Here are the dates: May 8 2009 8:00P El Rey Theatre - Yoshida Brothers West Coast Tour Los Angeles, California May 9 2009 10:00P Anthology Lounge - Yoshida Brothers West Coast Tour San Diego, California May 12 2009 8:00P Yoshi’s ...

the GazettE - new album 7.15.2009

TammyZ — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:55:34 GMT

the GazettE are releasing their next album,「DIM」on 07.15.2009

They haven't released any song clips, cover art, or a tracklist yet. When I hear something new about the album, I'll post it here.

http://gazette.pscompany.co.jp/gazette/whan/index.cgi

X JAPAN in Korea delayed, Tokyo Dome tickets delayed

TammyZ — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:47:29 GMT

Officially announced here, X Japan’s South Korean two-night live has been delayed. The band is also putting off selling tickets for the May 2nd and 3rd Tokyo Dome concerts. Rumors are being circulated that this is due to a conflict in management between X JAPAN's manager and Heath's manager. One rumor even hypothesizes that Heath would leave the band. Personally, I'd assume he'd try to get a different personal manager before leaving the band, though they probably have some sort of contract ...

Brand new US label for Japanese bands!

Ed — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:04:29 GMT

Hey all, for those of you who are familiar with issue #3s cover boys, the Yoshida Brothers, their US label DOMO records has started a brand new label, JUST for the more rockin Japanese acts.
Daruma label is the name, and they've got this year's SXSW participants detroit 7. Check out the label and buy the CD here: http://www.darumalabel.com/index.html

More Free music from HearJapan.com

Ed — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:11:53 GMT

HearJapan is offering a sampler from several of this year's Japan Nite bands. It's free, but you do have to have a HearJapan account (also free) in order to download it. Grab it here:
http://www.hearjapan.com/store/album_info/Japan_Nite_US_TOUR_2009_Sampler

Miyavi leaves PS Company

Ed — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:01:22 GMT

In a press release this evening, PS Company announced that Miyavi will be parting with the company after his April 5th concert.

Miyavi worked with PS Company for 10 years as a solo artist.

We wish the best of luck to Miyavi in his new direction, and to PS Company.

Source: http://www.o-re-sa-ma.com/

A Valentine's day surprise from the Underneath!

Ed — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:55:00 GMT

Looks like The Underneath have not forgotten their fans this Valentine's Day! Check their site in about 2 hours for their surprise~
http://www.underneath.jp/english/info/2009/02/for-valentines-day.php