the GazettE

The GazettE is one of the more popular bands in the visual kei scene.


In 2002 Ruki (vocals, ex-drums), Reita (bass), and Uruha (guitar) decided to form a band.We decided that the next band we formed wouldn't disband" they said. Soon after Yune(drums) joined them and Gazette was formed (it was their first line-up).

Reita said that four members was enough. They started to work and even had lives and photoshootings.
But their sound was too weak, they needed second guitar. So they found Aoi in February 2002. The band was formed officially. The birthdate of the band is 10th of March, 2002.


Gazettefrom left to right: Aoi, Yune, Ruki, Reita & Uruha

They signed a contract with Matina Label, released single Wakaremichi and Video VHS, went on tour, including one-man concerts.

After awhile Yune decided to leave left Gazette. He left on 21st of January, 2003.
He was replaced by Kai and he volunteered to be the leader. Shortly after this, The Gazette signed with the PS Company label and in May, released their first EP, Cockayne Soup.

They started their first tour with the band Hanamuke
A second tour followed with the band Vidoll
In early December, they played a co-headlining show with
Deadman (all of these in 2003)

In 2006 They changed their name from "Gazette" (that was written in Japanese) to "the GazettE" (in English)

Recently;
In the final concert of the Venomous Cell tour, The Gazette announced the release of a new album called !!Division!!. The album will come out on August 29 and, as previously revealed, will be made up of entirely new songs. (ANYBODY ELSE DYING OF EXCITEMENT??)

Division will be promoted during the nationwide tour LIVE TOUR12-DIVISION- GROAN OF DIPLOSOMIA 01, which will start on October 8 and finish on November 29. Before this, the band will also embark on a fanclub-only tour, titled STANDING LIVE TOUR12 -HERESY PRESENTS- HETERODOXY. It will start on July 4 and will end on August 9.


the GazettE from left to right: Uruha, Kai, Ruki, Reita, Aoi

Animated history of the GazettE;

Members;

Ruki
Real name: Matsumoto Takanori
Birthday: 1-02-1982
Birthplace: Kanagawa
Blood Type: B
Height: 162cm
Piercings: 5 on the right ear
Colors: purple, red, black, silver, gold
Hobbies: shopping, rental
Animals: dog [chihuahuas], cat
Cigarette: Marlboro Menthol Light [stopped smoking]
Family: Parents, older brother
Favorite type: cute, wonderful
Disliked type: stupid, dingy

Reita
Real Name: Suzuki Akira
Birthday: 27.05.1981
Birthplace: Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
Blood Type: A
Height: 172cm (5'7")
Weight: 55kg
Colors: purple, red, white, black
Hobbies: watching movies
Favorite Dorama: Tokyo Love Story
Favorite Manga: Initial D
Favorite movie: Face Off
Favorite Food: Spaghetti, Kit-Kat
Collection: Sex Pistols merchandise, DVD, accessories
Musical Influence: LUNA SEA
Respected Person: Hatakeyama Takanori (Japanese boxer)
First Copied Song: LUNA SEA - PRECIOUS...
Charming Point: Butt
Family: Mother, grandmother, older sister
Liked Type: Feminine and mature person
Disliked Type: A vulgar person
Animals: Parakeet

Uruha
Real name: Takashima Kouyou
Birthday: 9-06-1981
Birthplace: Kanagawa
Blood Type: O
Height: 177cm
Weight: 62kg
Colors: purple, grey
Hobbies: billiard, pachinko, bowling, soccer
Family: Parents, two older sisters
Animals: dog, polar bear, penguin, domestic duck
Piercings: 4 right ear, 5 left ear
Favorite type: gentle, mature

Aoi
Real Name: Shiroyama Yuu
Birthdate: January 20, 1979
Bloodtype: A
Height: 171cm (5'7")
Weight: 55kg (121 lbs)
Foot Size: 26.5 cm
Birthplace: Mie
Favorite Colors: white, black
Favorite Animals: dogs, cats, etc
Favorite Season: Winter
Favorite Phrase: "No."
Piercings: 1 lip (removed), 1 right ear, 3 left ear,1 navel (removed for good), 1 nose
+Enjoys surfing and kendo.
+He wears clothes fans send to him.
+Wanted to be a pro motorcycle driver during his childhood.
Aoi is one of the two guitarists of the GazettE. His playing can be heard through the left speaker. Aoi plays solos and he plays the most acoustic in Gazette.


Kai
Real name: Uke Yutaka
Birthday: 28-10-1981
Birthplace: Tokushima
Blood Type: B
Height: 172cm
Weight: 55kg
Colors: black, red, white, blue, silver, gold
Hobbies: cooking, soccer, collecting Zippos
Family: Parents
Animals: dog, tiger, alligator/crocodile
Favorite brand: Custom culture, Justin Davis and TENDERLOIN
Favorite drink: apple juice
Piercings: 2 left ear
Favorite type: friendly
Disliked type: a person who is hiding behind other people


Extras;
Why did Yune left the Gazette?


How did Kai become a member of the GazettE?


Uruha, Ruki & Reita pre-Gazete


Yune blog entry for he GazettE 10th anniversary


PVs/songs;


Pictures; post some in this thread!!



sources/check this out;
the GazettE Official Site <- awesome site
the GazettE on JaME

What do You think about them?
What is Your favorite song by the GazettE?
Who is You favorite member?