Many learned about Do As Infinity through the anime Inuyasha and the creative trio quickly became a top choice for Jpop/Jrock bands. After a few good years they disbanded on September 29, 2005 and we were astonished to be left without any more of their great music. More »

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“This video is no longer available due to a copyright claim by Sony Music Records Inc.” — I wanted to share the new YUI single with you but that’s the message all over YouTube. It’s also been yanked off of vodpod.com, dailymotion.com, and mefeedia.com! >.<

Sony Music is all up in anyone's grill that hosts the MV. A real shame cause "again" is another great YUI song that you probably aren't getting a chance to hear. It's the new opening theme song for the anime "Fullmetal Alchemist" Season 2, YUI's first new single since last year, and spelt with a lower case 'a'. More »

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FINALLY! Joe Inoue (井上ジョー) has released his first full album! Titled “ME! ME! ME!”, according to Joe himself it has “something for everyone”, from “ballads” to “death metal”. (Yes, Joe said it’s got death metal on it — I assume he’s talking about “Rage -Twenty Four-” and “Kuruma”) More »

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Much to my neighbors loss of peace and quiet, I just spent tonight getting rocked by Chatmonchy’s “Restaurant Main Dish”. The all girl trio of rockers released the two disc live DVD set in November 2008 and I finally got my hands on it! The first DVD is Chatmonchy’s concert from April 1, 2008, at the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo. More »

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The heart of K-town Manhattan has a great jazzy hotspot that occupies the 4th floor of #23 west 32nd street.

J’z is an intimate, over 21, musical haunt right above the restaurant Wonjo. I’ve been to this establishment a couple times already, and it always gets more enjoyable every time I visit. This last Saturday the bar hosted 3 back to back musical acts to a standing-room-packed house. More »

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Recent reports say J-rocker Miyavi and retired J-pop singer Melody have gotten married. A Tokyograph article sports the nuptial ceremony as a private gathering attended by their closest inner clique. So far Miyavi has used his myspace blog to air his apologies about not being able to announce the news himself. More »

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This April, J-rock fans are in for a treat as topnoch J-rocker “Miyavi” will be performing live in concert. Hosted by Houston’s own Anime Matsuri, the royal rocker is set to take over Texas for his return US appearance. The artist’s management, PS Company, has set up a special exclusive for convention attendees, as well. A dealer’s room booth will carry official Miyavi merchandise exclusive to this convention. The booth will also be offering discounted special edition collectables and also offer limited merchandise from select artists, such as Alice Nine, The GazettE, Kra, and Kagrra. More »

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On March 21 and 22, X Japan will be performing in Seoul for their world tour. The most expensive tickets (165,000 won = more or less $125) is already 99% sold, but I’m guessing it’s 100% sold out by now. The Korea Times reporter wrote how the tickets are selling fast despite South Korea’s gloomy economy. Well, now it’s my turn for being gloomy. I would have willingly shelled out the money for the good seats. Darn me for always hearing something too late. Then again, I could buy the cheaper tickets. If they haven’t sold out yet, that is. Knowing my luck, though, they will be sold out. More »

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Miyavi (aka MYV) is infamous for his talented solo career and his amazing guitar skills. Due to his skills, he was chosen by rock royalty Yoshiki (X Japan) to join his project ”S.K.I.N”. The group recently performed in 2008 at the Long Beach Arena in LA.

Now super J-Rocker Miyavi will return to the states for the AnimeMatsuri Convention in April 2009.  Planned for his weekend appearance is a Q&A session and a concert on Saturday for all registered fans.  Anime Matsuri 2009 will be hosted at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center and take place April 10 - 12.

For more information check out http://www.animematsuri.com/

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