(Band) exist†trace

[Ishtar]

exist†trace are a Japanese metal band of the visual kei style, and comprised entirely of female members. They're from Tokyo, Japan, and initially formed in June 2003.
To date, the band has released four singles, four EPs, and a compilation album, exist†trace has also appeared on two omnibus albums as well as one live DVD featuring several bands on the Shizuoka-based Sequence Records label.

Exist Trace's music can be described as melodic death metal and vocalist Jyou growls throughout many songs, which contributes to the the dark undertone of many of the songs. Their guitar sound often features heavy distortion and technically virtuosic riffs and solos. Their sound is heavily focused on their bass and drumming, which helps define their musical style. The lyrics are mainly based on gothic themes, and their music style has resemblance to gothic metal.

    * Vocals: ジョウ (Jyou) the one in the center
    * Guitar: miko the girl with the lolita outfit
    * Guitar: 乙魅 (Omi) the blonde next to miko
    * Bass: 猶人 (Naoto) purple extensions
    * Drums: Mally on the right of Jyou

SOURCE: wikipedia

I haven't seen much threads about jrock, so I thought in open a few
I'm really into exist†trace, they may not be the most innovating band ever but hey! it's always great to see a band formed by ladies ready to rock in a world mostly dominated by males.
So, don't hesitate in share your opinions about exist†trace.

[daigong]

Great thread Ishtar! NEEDS MORE J-ROCK! wow I thought the lead was a dude lol


got this in my email:

SEE EXIST TRACE LIVE IN THE USA!

Japanese all-female visual kei rock band exist†trace will make their North American debut at Sakura-Con 2011!


The band will perform a live concert and attend autograph and Q&A sessions for fans during Sakura-Con’s three-day event in Seattle, WA on April 22-24, 2011.

Sakura-Con information and pre-registration at:
http://www.sakuracon.org

WHO IS GOING?!?!





JapanFiles will release exist†trace's new album TWIN GATE on December 15, 2010, just 6 weeks after the CD's Japanese release. TWIN GATE features 10 tracks, including "VANGUARD" and "RESONANCE". The USA CD release contains the complete Japanese booklet and artwork.

TWIN GATE is available for pre-order now at the JapanFiles online store, and will also be available at nationwide Hot Topic stores, JHouseRock.com, RightStuf.com, and Amazon.com.

TWIN GATE pre-order:
http://www.japanfiles.com/store/exist-trace-twin-gate.html

Support exist†trace!
Pre-order USA CD release of TWIN GATE now!

Digital release coming 11.3!
CD release coming 12.15!




more videos: http://www.japanfiles.com/existtrace/videos


New exist trace tour goods available at the JapanFiles store!
IMPORTED from JAPAN!
Limited supply Special Order items!
click here for Special Order information: http://www.japanfiles.com/store/special-order-information.html


 


     

[daigong]

UPDATE!
Preview the CD booklet at the JapanFiles store!

Support exist trace! Download TWIN GATE today!
http://www.japanfiles.com/existtrace




http://www.japanfiles.com/store/exist-trace-twin-gate.html

[donkey]

Haven't listened to their latest CD yet, but I love this band.

[daigong]

Large scans exist of exist trace TWIN GATE booklet & lyrics!

Page 4&5 -- feat. miko!


Page 10&11-- feat. Mally!


Page 8&9 -- feat. Naoto!


Page 2&3 -- feat. Omi!


Page 1 -- feat. Jyou!


interview without make up!?

[daigong]

WOW. Who going to see them in Seattle?


http://www.japanfiles.com/existtrace

TWIN GATE releases Dec. 15! - available at:
JapanFiles store: http://www.japanfiles.com/store
Amazon.com: http://amzn.to/TWINGATE
Hot Topic store nationwide

USA CD release includes complete Japanese booklet & lyrics!

Support Japanese artists with music downloads at JapanFiles.com. Download exist trace at the JapanFiles Digital Music Store!

Translation by YesJapan.com
http://www.yesjapan.com

source: http://japanfiles.livejournal.com/54414.html

[daigong]

Check out the new 2-PAGE interview with exist trace in OTAKU USA!
Issue Cover Date: February 2011
In bookstores now!



straight from the Japanfiles.com newsletter

[daigong]

ONLY THREE WEEKS TO GO!!!

exist†trace has prepared a special video for fans! Please enjoy!



exist†trace
Sakura-Con 2011 Schedule:
(dates and times subject to change)

FRIDAY April 22
10:00 - 11:00 AM - Room 4A - Opening Ceremonies
7:30 - 8:30 PM - Room 4A - Concert
9:00 - 10:00 PM - Room 4B - Autographs*

SATURDAY April 23
2:00 - 3:30 PM - 6C - Q&A / Autographs*

*Re: Autograph policy:
Please see the JapanFiles booth for autograph rules & priority line information.


JapanFiles will have official exist†trace CDs and merchandise for sale at Booth #616
(next to SIXH & JROCKHOUSE)

source:
http://www.facebook.com/SakuraCon
http://www.sakuracon.org/programming/guests/exist.php
http://www.japanfiles.com/spotlight/sakura-con-2011-exist-trace

[SomethingWild]

Glad I checked before making a new thread! 

Awesome band, wish I had learned about them long ago.

Dig this new promo shot:



She's like a metal version of Kusumi Koharu, appearance-wise.