Himeaimichu

So I thought I should start off with another post like this on my Kuroyuri club. So first is Sakurabi, Awaki Samidare Ni. There are two versions of this song and I like them for different reasons. However, let's go with what both have in common: Both are heavy metalcore songs with a traditional feel, and were recorded* with their old drummer, Carua. No one knows why Carua left, but their are rumours that he did to finish high school. The old version was originally released as a single, and had a low budget. Shinjou Kasumi bands in general at the time didn't have high budgets, but this kinda takes the cake. However, it's still pretty impressive. Mei's vocals aren't the best (He wouldn't improve until they recorded the first album) but for a band's second single, they're pretty good. The instrument used in this one is a Taishogoto, a kind of harp with typewriter keys, made in the Taisho period. They're also heard on Ningen Isu songs, Sukekiyo songs (played with a bow) and on The Final by Dir en Grey. The album version has a better production quality, and shows off Mei's improved vocals. Also what has changed is the instruments, as this time, it just uses a regular Koto. What's interesting is that the studio version uses a Piano in the intro, but the live version uses a Shamisen. Why this is? IDK *Carua left right before the release of the first album. However, Yue didn't join until the album was released. So it's safe to say Carua was involved in the recording. Next is Kinou no Kowai Yume. This is Kuroyuri's newest song, and it shows a definite improvement from their previous releases. This was the first Kuroyuri song to truly impress me since their only full length album. Mei's vocals definitely impressed me on this one, and the song structure isn't as formulaic. If I were to introduce someone to Kuroyuri, I'd use this song. Anyways, what are your favourite Kuroyuri songs? I'm curious.

Oh, btw, on my channel, I have a better quality PV of Yuugure no Shazai.

So I thought I should start off something here, and I thought that this would be a good way. So what are your favourite old school songs? First off, I'd have to choose Bad Man by Zi:Kill. High energy Punk Rock with Funk influence? Oh yeah, count me in, baby. I also always liked how goofy the music video was. The members are literally riding on top of a truck, ducking under bridges, in London. In fact, about half of the music videos for their last album was filmed in London. It's sad these guys barely get any recognition anymore though. They, along with Kuroyume, helped create the 90's VisualKei scene. Secondly, I'd have to go with Curse by La'Mule. This was the first 90's band I really ever got into, and this song helped me get into it. It's catchy without being poppy, to say the least. The song's lyrics and PV are pretty dark, but the music itself is light enough to play at a party and no one who doesn't speak Japanese would really care. Finally I have to go with Tsumi to Batsu by Dir en Grey. This was the first Dir en Grey song that really caught my eye. It's just pure metal here, and one of the best songs on Gauze. The odd time signatures, the changing of key in the chorus like most 90's bands, and Kyo's insane sounding (Even if unskilled) vocals really set the tone. It's one of those songs from the late 90's that takes the 90's sound, but goes outside the sound a bit, which would be further seen in the early 2000's.

My favourite Undercode bands were Phantasmagoria and Nega. I always loved how Phantasmagoria kinda walked the line between old school and modern (For the time). Jun and Iori were really great guitarists and even though at the time, Riku wasn't as good of a vocalist, his passion and energy made up for it. I always joked how Phantasmagoria was basically progressive kotekei, but it is kinda true in a sense. I'm also not generally big on synths, but I feel like Phantasmagoria pulled it off pretty well. They don't feel like they're taking over the song, but are a simple part of it. Then there is Nega. The first undercode band I got into. I was authentically surprised when I found them. Jin isn't the best vocalist (As is with most Undercode bands, for some reason) but younger me was able to look past it. But damn, these guys were HEAVY as fuck. One of the earliest Vkei bands to go into Metalcore and Deathcore, and one of the few to go into true Death Metal a few times. But it never felt generic. However, they also made some good ballad songs, like REMINISCENCE.

Update: I have cleaned up and added to the rules section to make it clearer to understand.

So I came across this really crappy fanfic I made a year ago. It's funny, but poorly written. I imagined the Kuroyuri members as stars on this really fucked up version of Dora the Explorer and made this xD. It's more of a TV script if anything. https://www.wattpad.com/235649502-karasuna-mei-morbid-explorer-episode-1-aokigahara

So it's Daisuke's birthday (I totally forgot... ripepperoni), however due to timezones and the fact he has fans overseas, that lasts 2 days technically. So happy birthday, Daisuke!

Discuss lyrics here. Anything that catches your eye, translations, etc.

I think he's sorry for both girls, and the baby. I mean, if I were in that situation, I'd be going "I'M SORRY I'M SORRY I'M SORRY!!!". Knowing though he specifically says "that girl", though, I think he mostly means the girl he cheated on

Well, it's generally believed that the Apple is the forbidden fruit (but when the bible was translated into English, Apple referred to any fruit, but that's just an irrelevant fact) but also, fruits in general have symbolism of fertility. To "bear fruit" means to be pregnant. However, he is eating the fruit. Which could lead to a more, um, controversial topic, if you know what I mean. So we could go as far to say as he got her pregnant, and she got rid of the baby, which really turns the story on its head. The crime he spoke of could also be adultry, since that's considered a crime in many parts of the world. The fact he's in a bed with a mannequin also denotes some symbolism. Mannequins are known for being lifeless, having no purpose. Kinda similar to how prostitutes are seen. Perhaps he could have slept with a prostitute? Not only that, but traditionally, in Japan, if a prostitute does get pregnant, they usually get rid of the baby.

Thanks! The lyrics seem kind of, from the heart. Like as if it was based off on a past experience he had. Did Daisuke ever talk about why he wrote the song in interviews or something?

I found an English Translation for Yuugure no Shazai, but the only one I could find was of the DOG in the PWO cover, so, IDK how accurate to the original it is, but:

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That is a good idea. Thanks!

I've created a club for the band, if anyone wants to join ^^

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Kuro has full Tattoo sleeves now and omg they look so good.

I like to play Fumikiri Shoujo while driving in the summer. It's so upbeat despite being quite dark (ahh but non-Japanese speakers won't know)

Welcome to the forum. I remember Batsu back when I first got into Vkei but I never signed up for it xD. Of course, I believe it was already dead then.