Review by minagoroshi //37564.

RENTRER EN SOI just keep on evolving their sound and image...and it just gets better! Karasu Iro no Taiji is a heavier song this is sure to please. Its lyrics and message are dark but the CD and case are clear (for the First Press anyway). PROTOPLASM re-mix is a great new take on one of their best songs yet and 20060225 is a mash-up of live tracks that is sure to make you NEED to go to a RENTRER EN SOI live as soon as possible! RENTRER EN SOI are quickly become a force to be reckoned with! This single is a must!

This single's title track, REDEMPTION, is a truly great song! It is so great that Gackt is returning to a rock sound! The B-side, Longing, in my opinion, is far better than the title track. The DVD extras on this dvd are very cool as well, though, at 1950yen not exactly worth it. I feel that at this price there should at least be one more new song.

Metronome is a great band! The vocals are unique and the bass is strong throughout their catalogue. Their electronic based music is catchy and original. This release is really special, and the bonus remix is excellent! Definately worth the buy if you'r looking for another Metronome CD!

I consider myself a D'AIR fan. I've loved all of their work. However, PRECIOUS, seems lacking to me. It is not that it is bad, I am just underwhelmed by it. It is also regrettable that the band is going on hiatus for the time being. It would have been more fitting to end with a more powerful release, even if it was a strong single. Definately listen before purchasing.

Every one of D's releases is a must have! Whether you are new to them or not, this CD is definately worth getting. Vampire Missa and Eden are two of my favorite D tracks and this mini-album plays exquisitely.

This another wonderful release from D! This CD will go great in any visual kei collection. Asagi's voice is wonderful and the band's music is superb. D is definately a band to watch in the present and future!

MaVERiCK is my personal favorite D'espairsRay song! It is unique, dark, and full of power. It is killer to witness live as well. The release also contians Sou-bloodymary- and alternate versions of Marry of the Blood and Yami ni furu kiseki. Definately a must-have to D'espairsRay fans!

goatbed is one of my favorite bands. Shuuji Isshi, being the former vocalist of cali gari, has made a notice-worthy solo project! His 80's electo sounds are modern and definately worth a listen!

goatbed is one of my favorite bands. Shuuji Isshi, being the former vocalist of cali gari, has made a notice-worthy solo project! His 80's electo sounds are modern and definately worth a listen!

This lovely, leather, coffin styled keychain is definately a conversation starter. I keep it on station keys which I use daily. People ask about it and comment on it. Its always nice to bring some MMM to work in my pocket!

Kowloon is a great place to start if you are interested in alicenine.! It is the first work I purchased by alicenine. and it was well worth it! Kowloon - Nine Heads Rodeo Show- is a dark rock tune which contradicted the image of the band I had in my mind. The second track, RED CARPET GOING ON, is a more upbeat rock tune that you cannot help but bounce to! The last track, Senjo ni Hanataba wo, is a rock tune that is a great end to the single! Definately worth the purchase!

Nil is the first release of Gazette's that I have listened to. I purchased it on a whim due do a friends recomendation and I was not dissappointed. Gazette has a great rock sound and it is refreshing to find a band of their calibur. The album plays through great with out becoming repetative. There is definately something for all rock fans on this album!

The Moi dix Mois 'Dix infernal Tour' Pamphlet is beautiful. The pictures from the Dix infernal CD appear in a large and clear format with new pictures. The pamphlet is very high quality and definately worth the buy for die-hard Moi dix Mois and Mana fans!

MALICE MIZER's Itan Shinmon is a great book. The very beginning is filled with very cool WWII inspired photos of the band members. However, the rest of the book is 99% text. Unless you can read japanese, this book may not be worth it for you, however, 1575yen is a good price for so much material! (even if most of us cannot read it)

LIFO is such a great release! From the opening track you can tell this album is something special! Computer is my favorite song for its upbeat sound! It is a great release and a must have for new and old Metronome fans alike!

Phantasmagoria is taking their scene by storm! Shinsokyoku -Varient Jihad- is a fantastic song! The band continues to improve with each release. The dvd extra is also very entertaining! The release also could have used a better booklet with more pictures but the quality of Shinsokyoku -Varient Jihad- remains prominent!

I've liked 12012 casually for a while. I've heard songs they have released on compilation CD's but I've never owned an 12012 CD until now. I must say, this album blew me away! I was so surprised at how much I listen to it. The songs 'my room agony', 'cheeky doll', 'hermit' are my personal favorites. see-saw, the bonus track is also fantastic. If you were thinking of purchasing an 12012 album, this is definately it!

The World Outside the Cage is a perfect DVD release! The live footage interlaced with the behind the scenes footage of the band members is fantastic. It is so nice to see how things work and what the band members are like off stage. The disc is also LOADED with extra footage! This dvd is definately worth buying!

J is a very talented artist. This PV collection dvd takes you from his solo beginnings to his recent works. I bought this on a whim and was not dissappointed. Definately worth it for J fans!

Hitogrei 2 follows the format of its predecessor. The PV's are fun to watch and good quality. The extras a definately worth a view too. However, a few more PV's would have made the DVD really worth its price.