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NEUMANIA Now Hiring!

Posted by Kaiden On January - 9 - 20102 COMMENTS  

We have an important announcement, NEUMANIA is currently looking for new staff members! We are looking for dedicated people who are interested in applying for a variety of positions. This includes reporters, translators, live crew, photographers, and a networking team.

If you are interested, click here to be directed to the application page for more information.
We look forward to working with you in the future!

INORAN New Album “Watercolor” Samples

Posted by Noah On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

INORAN’s latest album, “Watercolor” is set for release tomorrow! We reported about all of the album’s details, back here, in January. However, INORAN has now updated his Official MySpace with new song samples from the album!

The two new song samples, “Baies” and, “サヨナラ” (Sayonara) are available on the audio player on his myspace along with a third sample of a song featured on the album, “時化” (Shike) that was uploaded at an earlier date. Be sure to check them out if you haven’t already!

Source:
INORAN Official MySpace

Kagrra, And Kra Re-Issuing Releases!

Posted by Noah On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

Two popular PSC bands will be re-issuing a large number of their releases soon! Both Kagrra, as well as Kra will be re-releasing their work on the very same day on April 1st. Kagrra, will be re-issuing thirteen releases in total while Kra is re-issuing eleven. Here is a complete list for each band as to what will be re-released:

Kagrra,-
CDs: Oka Ranman, [gozen], Kirameki, Aya, Sakura, Nue, Yotogibanashi, Haruurara, akura Maichiru Ano Oka de, Kotodama, Yume Izuru Chi.
DVDs: Kaika Sengen “Oka Ranman” 2003.12.2. SHIBUYA-AX LIVE DVD, Hisai 2003.8.27. Shinjuku Liquid Room Live DVD.

Kra-
CDs: Fiction, ACID Marchen, Shiki Tabi no Sanposha, BRAHMAN, Art man, Circus Shonen, Kimi ni Shitsumon!, Bokutono Himitsu, Yaneura no Kanrinin, Ku.
DVDs: 2004/08/25SHIBUYA O-EAST Kra/36481? OneManTOUR Final Meisaku Gekijyo LIVE DVD

Those interested in purchasing or viewing the newly available releases can find the band’s item listings below on cdJapan:
Kagrra, ReleasesKra Releases

Source:
cdJapan

Miyavi’s 1PM Surprise!

Posted by Kaiden On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  


Now this bit of news may not be surprising to anyone, as Miyavi is known for surprises. Checking up on his twitter recently, I noticed he left a very strange tweet speaking of a event that will soon happen. It wrote:

TOMORROW 1PM @MYSPACE PAGE. I CANT WAIT SERIOUSLY.

What will be the surprise? I guess we’ll all have to wait and find out!

Source:
Miyavi’s Twitter

Satsuki Releases On iTunes!

Posted by Kaiden On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  


To broaden 砂月(Satsuki)’s horizon to a bigger fanbase, he has decided to release music in a more effective way! He recently announced that he will release his previously released singles, “AWAKE”, “CRYSTAL”, and “MOON SPIRAL”, on iTunes! Each release is currently available and you can go ahead and purchase them now!

This is great news to people who prefer to still support the artist, but spend a whole lot less.

Source:

MySpace / JaME

Test Run FLOPPY’s PROTOSCIENCE On MySpace!

Posted by Kaiden On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  


Two weeks before FLOPPY’s new mini-album, “PROTOSCIENCE”, is to be released, the guys will be offering trial listening for a short time only. It will be of their two songs from the album! “黎明(reimei)”, and “春風(harukaze)” both will be featured as a 45 second clip!

Visit their MySpace below:
http://www.myspace.com/floppyjp

Source:
FLOPPY information

Eizo Sakamoto Live in Argentina!

Posted by Noah On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

Great news for South American fans of Eizo Sakamoto, he has announced via his Official MySpace blog that he will be returning to Argentina next month!

Eizo had previously performed in Argentina back in August of 2008 and states that it has become one of his favorite places to visit. That must be a pretty exciting title to hold for Argentinian fans! Here’s the full announcement he made on his blog:

Today I announce you that I will come to Argentina in April
to have great shows and meet Argentine fans!!

Last year I had two shows in South America canceled
because of my agenda and visa problems.
So this time it make me very happy!!

Since I performed in Argentina in August 2008,
it’s one of my favorite countries.

I will sing with a good friend band of mine “Gaijin Sentai”.

One thing that I worry about is 7.5hour layover in Canada.
I think it’s not a big problem because once I had free 5 hours
in airport, I enjoyed being there. Maybe this time as well.

I will let you know detail information later.
See you in Argentina!!

Eizo Sakamoto

It’s great to see South America getting more love from Japanese artists lately, hopefully this is a sign of more good things to come! We’ll be sure to keep everyone updated once more details have been revealed.

Source:
Eizo Sakamoto MySpace blog

D’espairsRay’s Exclusive EU Announcement

Posted by Paisley On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

We’ve already reported earlier that GAN-SHIN would be releasing D’espairsRay’s lastest release, their greatest hits album “IMMORTAL“. As Kaiden mentioned, this release would include some unseen footage, and now we have a bit more elaboration on that!

Our latest best-of album “Immortal” will be released 28 May in Europe by Ganshin… but that’s not the surprise! The EU release will include a concert DVD of the band’s tour final in 2007. This DVD has never been released before, not even in Japan, and is currently available ONLY to …purchasers of the EU Immortal CD! An official announcement will be made by Ganshin in a few days.

And there is a teaser trailer for it now as well!
Check it out here!!

Source:
D’espairsRay Official Facebook

Preview Tokyo Sti’s Latest PV 「DJ PLAYER」!

Posted by Kaiden On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  


The wonderful band 「東京指定」(Tokyo Sti) just recently released the preview of their brand new PV “「DJ PLAYER」” via their official MySpace. You can find their MySpace here.

「DJ PLAYER」

「東京指定」 | MySpace Music Videos

Source:
MySpace

ALiBi’s new look + single cover

Posted by Paisley On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

As Kaiden previously reported, ALiBi is releasing a new single entitled “キラ☆メキ未来” (kira meki mirai). Well, now there is a cover image for it!

Also, they updated their OHP with new photos. Check it out!

Source:
tomaicle, OHP

And’s new releases

Posted by Paisley On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

A while ago, Kaiden mentioned アンド (And) would be coming out with a new maxi single in March. Well, now we have more information on it for those who are interested.

The maxi single in entitled “煉獄” (Rengoku) and will be released March 10th of this year.
Also, it will come in 2 Types and cost 1,890yen (about $21.00 USD).

CD track listing:
01. 煉獄 (Rengoku)
02. Not Found

Type A includes the CD plus a DVD that contains the promotional video and making-of for “煉獄” (Rengoku), as well as scene for next mission.

Type B includes the CD plus a DVD that contains a comment and TV spot for “煉獄” (Rengoku), as well as their D.D.T Live at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO on January 3, 2010.

In related news, And announced they are releasing another new single! It is entitled “兇” (Kyou) and will be released on May 26, 2010. As with the first new single, this one also costs 1,890yen (about $21.00 USD) and comes in 2 Types.

CD Track listing:
01. 兇 (Kyou)
02. 蘭 (Ran)

Type A comes with the CD plus a DVD which contains the promotional video and making-of for “兇” (Kyou), as well as video for next mission.

Type B includes the CD plus a DVD which contains documentary footage from their live AGENT VIP ROOM 2010 “強化任務” (Kyoukaninmu) on March 28, 2010, as well as 8-10 minutes of off-shot footage.

Source:
Brand-X

Calmando Qual’s new maxi single

Posted by Paisley On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

Finally, Calmando Qual is coming out with a new release!
Their upcoming maxi single is entitled “Doors” and will officially released on May 26, 2010. The cost is 1500yen (about $16.67 USD), and the single contains 4 tracks.
Unfortunately, it will be limited to 1000 copies. And since it will be pre-sold at their live on May 13th, if you want to reserve your copy, it would be best to act fast!

Track listing:

01. GHOST HOUSE
02. Shadow
03. Velvet
04. Chandelir

Source:
MySpace bulletin

Crest of Aleist new single + visual update

Posted by Paisley On March - 9 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

Crest of Aleist is coming out with a live-distributed single!

The title is not yet finalized, however it will be released at their live at Kashiwa THUMB UP on March 14, 2010.

Also, the band has updated their look since we last mentioned them. What do you think?

Don’t forget to check out their official MySpace, and show your support.
http://www.myspace.com/crestofaleist

Source:
Trombe, Garu’s blog

Kiryu’s new maxi single

Posted by Paisley On March - 8 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

己龍 (Kiryu) is coming out with a new maxi single entitled “水無桜” (Minasakura). It will be released on June 23, 2010 and come in 4 types.

Type A costs 3,675yen. The DVD will feature live footage (12 songs) from their performance at Shibuya O-West on March 5, 2010.

Type B and Type C will include CD plus a DVD, while costing 1,890yen. Type B’s DVD will feature their promotional video for “別レ日和ハ仄カニ染マル” (wakare hiyori wa honoka ni somaru). Type C’s DVD will feature the promotional video for “雨夜ニ笑ヱバ” (amayo ni waraeba)

Type D will only include a CD, while costing 1,575yen.

Type A Track listing:
01. 別レ日和ハ仄カニ染マル (wakare hiyori wa honoka ni somaru)
02. 雨夜ニ笑ヱバ (amayo ni waraeba)

Type D Track listing:
01. 別レ日和ハ仄カニ染マル (wakare hiyori wa honoka ni somaru)
02. 雨夜ニ笑ヱバ (amayo ni waraeba)
03. title unknown

Source:
Brand-X

-ZEROdb’s Official MySpace & Sponsored Live

Posted by Noah On March - 8 - 2010ADD COMMENTS  

A few small updates for fans of -ZEROdb. The band has now opened their Official MySpace and have also scheduled a special sponsored live planned for later this month.

The sponsored event, entitled, “ZERO・carnival” will take place on place on March 27th at Takadanobaba CLUB PHASE. According to their OHP, the live was originally scheduled for the 25th, but has officially been pushed back until the 27th. Other bands participating in the live event include, 犬神サーカス団 (Inugami circus-dan), and KING. Tickets for the live have been priced at ¥2800 in advance and ¥3000 the day of.

And for those looking forward to adding the band’s Official MySpace, you can find it at the address linked below:
http://www.myspace.com/0dbjapan

Source:
OHP

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Beginning as a news blog NEUMANIA was born Jan. 1st, 2009 with the dream to reach out all over the world to Japanese music fans. After a few months, it was decided it was time to bring the site through a metamorphosis. In Aug. 2009, NEUMANIA returned with a new domain, a new concept, and with even higher ambitions.

NEUMANIA is now not only a news site, but a growing database that will feature artist profiles, discographies, band history, lyrics, and much more. We strive to bring you all the latest news daily on Japanese rock bands and cover a variety of genres. This includes, but is not limited to, industrial, metal, alternative, punk, and visual kei.

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