Memoirs of a male geisha II

The WOWOW released vids of both summit days were harshly cut up. At least the ones I got off torrent. But so far:

1. Luna Sea; whom besides X managed to own Ajinomoto Stadium on Day 2. Damn, they were really in their game. Watching "In Silence" (my most favouritest song) live made me want to cry since they rarely play it during concerts.


2. X Japan and Muteki Band; I skipped all the Drama King sessions, but performance-wise.. I think they (pft, Yoshiki) ought to seriously end the reunion before their hearts legacy burns out. It was awesome when nearing the end, where all the bands except Diru came on stage for a raucous show of "X".


3. D'espairs Ray; Only "Brilliant" was uploaded?! Mind you, they were brilliant so I hope someone will put up their whole session (if any).


4. MUCC; Again, only ONE song. But I looooooved "Fuzz" live cos Tatsurou is just so infectious.


5. Dir en grey; Still downloading. Not looking too forward to them (you know how I feel about the 'new' Diru) since they went absent during Muteki Band performance. Hmm.


6. Spread Beaver; Yes, now I'm looking forward to something good. Bring on the best of hide's music, baby.

A couple more bands available to download are Versailles, heidi and the Underneath. Dare I ask if
T.M.Revolution,
Phantasmagoria and
OBLIVION DUST gets uploaded? I wanna see Takenori-san!

On a more general issue, Hyung's now back from Tokyo (Okaeri!). And guess which ultra famous blonde Jrocker she saw jaywalking at Shibuya wearing-shades-at-night, talking-oh-so-loud and ignoring-all-the-pointings-and-mutterings-and-fan-worshippings?

Holy pffffft. Yep. Yoshiki-sama. *cries* How come I only realise she was there during the festival weekend?!

squeeeeee

a bouquet of hearts twinnie, Mishiewashie and Lisa for their heartfelt replies to my last post. i went like, "WHEEEEEEEEEW", to know that i'm not the only one feeling left out in this new day and age. it really feels good (i mean, the reconnectivity.. as what Farah mentioned). yea, it's nice to see and like new people and new stuff. but when it comes down to deep down in our hearts.. nothing else can come as a comparison, ne? at least whenever we're down in the dumps or feeling insecure, we have this one thing we can seek to cure our soul. yep. first love runs true and deep.
so it's not wrong to grab a hold onto two different loves (but loving the first more and more), right? *hugs pillow*

Lisa: yep, i'm good ^-^. s'okay, i welcome your feedback with open arms anytime ;) thank you for actually taking time off to read my crazed rants. i understand that everyone has a hard time to erm.. relate to my sometimes-serious-sometimes-nonsense posts. ahaha. you take care too!

now that i got that off of my chest, i just got a rude shock with more news about the Yoshiki-Gackt Superband collaboration!!

SUGIZO to join forces with YOSHIKI and GACKT

Sponichi announced December 27 that SUGIZO (ex-Luna Sea) will join
forces with YOSHIKI (ex-X JAPAN) and popular singer Gackt as part of a
five-member band whose name and details will be revealed in an official
announcement early next year.

SUGIZO, who together with Ryuichi Kawamura formed the core of LUNA SEA,
was YOSHIKI’s choice for the guitarist. He was raised in a musical
household headed by parents who played in an orchestra and is also
proficient on the violin. During LUNA SEA’s indies days the band was
affiliated with YOSHIKI’s record label and quickly gained renown as
talented composers. The two have known each other for twenty years and
are very close.

“At first glance, SUGIZO seems like some mysterious visitor from
another world. But his feelings about music are really pure,” YOSHIKI
said.

SUGIZO described YOSHIKI as “ a great older brother who I can always
depend on. I’m honored that he asked me to be a part of his new
project.”

SUGIZO and Gackt met for the first time at a music event four years
ago. Although they initially saw each other as rivals, they have come
to respect each other’s musical ability.

“The first time we met ended on a sour note,” Gackt said, laughing. “We
parted fighting and I felt like it was really too bad that we didn’t
get along so I’m happy that we get to work together.”

“Gackt has a really strong personality and lots of charisma. It’s hard
to imagine what his life is like but when you meet him you really come
to trust him,” SUGIZO said.

X JAPAN broke up in 1997, Gackt left MALICE MIZER in 1999 to become a
solo artist, and SUGIZO has been constantly working since LUNA SEA’s
breakup in 2000. It’s a dream come true for many people to see three
members of the most influential bands of the Visual Kei era working
together. YOSHIKI will play drums and piano, and Gackt, who is also
committed to NHK’s drama “Fuurin Kazan” until Autumn, will hold down
vocals.

“I think that we’ll end up having five members,” YOSHIKI said. “It’s
great that we’ve got some big names on board and I hope that we’re able
to make it big worldwide.”

“Each of us has a strong personality and is somewhat selfish. I’m sure
everyone thinks that our band will fall apart, but we really want to
become the first Asian band to top the world charts,” said Gackt.

“Look out for high-impact, explosive rock music,” said SUGIZO.

What sort of chemical reaction will result from the mixing of these
three intense individuals? They’re definitely going to cause waves in
the music world next year.

Translation by mizuosora (SUGIZOLOVE.com)

Originally on Yahoo.co.jp: http://headlines.yahoo.co.jp/hl?a=20061228-00000020-spn-ent
credit: AsukaMiyu & Ratheden @ Jpopmusic
OMeffingG that is sweet xD! what a fine coincidence to be had in conjunction with my Reconnectivity. that's 3 pretty MEN accounted as one half of a future huge, kick-ass Superband!! speculations are going wild on the remaining 2 members (rhythm guitarist and bassist) whom will probably be jrockers from former infamous bands from the olden days too. although..... the first time Yoshiki announced about his involvement with Gackt at last year's Otakon, he mentioned Kaoru (Dir en grey). whatever happened to that? i guess Diru's going to be extremely busy.

now again, i stress this: how in the hell will these three (2 more, later) Gigantic Egos work with each other? of course, Sugizo might've mellowed a little. ah.. the beauty herein, lies in the unraveling of this mega Jrock band that will rock the whole world. mwahahahahahaha. i can't wait!

*orgasms* xDD

Chingu (Friend) + JRock

i feel the need to spazz, but i shall not. No! resist the lure of the dark side... i shall.. not... succumb.. NO! the dark side will only bring headaches and sakit mata and the condition you call sore-fingers.

Park Hyo Shin. he is what posibbly made me lurve Mianhada Saranghanda (a KDrama) even more. his soulful voice is utterly mesmerising, apart from his R&B and jazz induced style.  hmm, not many people prefer deep-voiced singers to popular gasoo such as Jo Sung Mo and Kim Bum Soo. but hey, it doesn't matter.. all the more for myself!

well, there goes another Male spesies into my harem. mwahaha }>D *devilish grin*

i just got to know that The TRAX (the KRock band) is actually produced by the almighty YOSHIKI san. wow.. that's impressive, a Korean band being produced by the maestro himself =O. no wonder they sang a cover version for X Japan's 'Tears'. not very visual kei, but the influence is still there.

JRock is my life. how far i run away from it, or how long i stay unconnected from it.. it will always catch up on me. some people diss Visual Kei, because they can't look behind the heavy make up and trans-crossdressing Japanese. it's all a matter of pure TALENT. the poetical lyrics may be uncomprehensible at first. but once you delve into the meaning, you'll be humbled by it. and not to mention the guitar RIPPING and mucho sexaylicious bishounen. Hearts out to Kaoru (of DEG), hide (R.I.P.), Yoshiki, Sugizo... woot so many to name.

nggg.. i am still confused whether L'Arc~en~Ciel should still be considered JRock or not. since they were Visual during their indies until 1995.. they should be right? but.. now they have their own category: Progressive Rock. (i have no idea what difference that is)

it's like comparing the ultra heavy metal X Japan to GLAY >__