Crossfaith is a metalcore/deathmetal/electronicore band which is leading the new generation of metal bands. Their performance is eagerly sought after at music festivals not only in Japan, but all over the world. Their popularity has spread over the border of Japan! Let’s look back at the history of Crossfaith and see why they attract so many people.
Five members who kept moving on
Their history began in 2006, in the city of Osaka. They successfully increased popularity with their unique vocals, world-class level screaming, hard and metallic guitar riff, and very catchy lyrics.
The band consists of five unique members who are extremely talented. Koie is the vocalist. His appearance is scary at first sight, but he just calls himself optimistic. Kazuki plays the guitar with a very high-level technique, and he writes music as well. The newest member Hiroki, whose trade mark is long hair, plays the bass guitar. Tatsuya is the drummer; he won the championship in the circuit festival “Van wrapped Tour.” Lastly, Teru does vision programing and plays characteristic electro sounds as well.
In 2009, they released their first studio album. The members were only 19 years old, when they appeared on the stage in “LOUD PARK,” which is one of the biggest metal music festivals in Japan. In 2011, the band played the “Summer Sonic” festival. Gradually, they built a high status as a metal band.
The sound that the world respects
The band signed a contract with one of the biggest management companies, Raw Power Management, and started to broaden their activities world-wide.
In 2012, their second studio album was not only released in Japan, but also in the U.S and was a big hit. In 2013, they released a world debut studio album “APOCALYZE” to break into a bigger market. Also in 2013, the band toured in more than 30 countries including Japan. This was first time they had toured in Japan.
Live performance is very important in the genre of Metalcore music and Crossfaith hits accurate notes no matter how fierce of head banging they do which excites the audience. No wonder their conspicuously intense and edgy performance style attracts people from all over the world.
Growing the legend
They continue being successful not only in Japan but also in the world, and it never seems to end. They released a new single “New Age Warriors” on July 27th, 2016, which was about 2 years after their previous single. Furthermore, they will start a tour called “New Age Warriors Tour 2016” on September 14th. In the same month, they will hold a voluntary planning event “ACROSS THE FUTURE 2016” which will include guest bands: Enter Shikari, Beartooth and NOISEMAKER. They are also scheduled to go touring in Japan and many other countries. They are expected to be viewed as the birth of the new music scene.
It has been just 10 years since the band started. They keep progressing, but the path as a band is sure to have been tough for them with one of the members, Kazuki, being apart from the band because of a brain hemorrhage. Despite adversity, Crossfaith keeps attracting many people by creating a unique performance with a superb balance of both electronicore and hard core metal trends. There is no doubt that Crossfaith will be the leader of the new generation of metal core and death metal music not only in Japan but also in the world.
Crossfaith official website: http://www.crossfaith.jp
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Readers Asked to Vote on ‘Strongest’ Scene in Baki Series for 30th Anniversary, Crossfaith x ralph Collaboration Announced
Akita Shoten has launched a special project celebrating the 30th anniversary of the popular fighting manga series Baki the Grappler. Following a fan contest and the free release of the entire series, the new project is asking readers what they think was the ‘strongest’ scene in the series. The 30th-anniversary project will continue through 2022 and will include the largest ever Baki exhibition in spring.
Baki’s ‘Strongest’ Scene Site
OCR Processing of Dialogue from All 1,248 Chapters to Catalog Dialogue
Visitors can search for their favorite from over 150 scenes
Select the episode that contains your favorite scene and click ‘Vote!’
An image generator will allow voters to create their own image featuring their favorite quote.
When voting, fans can leave their comments, and the winning scene’s comments will be displayed at the upcoming exhibition at Tokyo Dome City.
Where to Vote: https://baki-saikyoscene-tournament.com/Voting Period: December 23, 2021 – January 15, 2022 at 23:59
The winning scene will be announced on January 27, 2022 on the special website and in Weekly Shonen Champion.
Future Plans・The comments posted at the time of voting will be screened by organizers and may be published at the Baki Exhibition at Tokyo Dome City from March 5 until April 17, 2022.
・Comments may be edited or omitted.
Crossfaith x ralph ‘Different Species Collaboration’ -The Strongest Scene Special Movie-
A key visual collage video featuring famous scenes from Baki the Grappler has been posted to the special website and Akita Shoten’s YouTube channel.
The song featured in the short film is Gimme Danger, a collaborative track between world-renowned metalcore band Crossfaith and rapper ralph.
Baki the Grappler ‘Strongest’ Scene Special Movie
Comment from Crossfaith
“It’s a great feeling to be able to contribute our music to the Baki the Grappler ‘Strongest’ Scene contest. We’ve loved this series for a long time, and it contains so many important messages–not just about martial arts, but about being a person and being a man. Since this is a different kind of battle, we welcomed rapper ralph as our opponent and ended up creating the incredible track that is Gimme Danger. Please enjoy this track that will shake you to your core along with Baki.”
Crossfaith’s ‘Strongest’ SceneThe Big Tournament Battle: Hanma Baki vs. Retsu Kaioh
A scene where 4,000 years of history awakens the blood of HanmaComment from ralph
“Congratulations on 30 years. I’m so thankful to be able to contribute to this special event. I’d like to train at least three hours a day to become worthy enough for this honor.”
ralph’s ‘Strongest’ SceneKaoru Hanayama’s Chivalrous Scene
What do you think is the ‘strongest’ scene in the series?
Information
Baki the Grappler 30th Anniversary
Official Site: https://baki-30th.com
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/teambakiBaki’s ‘Strongest’ Scene Special Site: https://baki-saikyoscene-tournament.com/
Akita Shoten Official YouTube: https://youtu.be/KnJioHjnE9o
Official Site: https://www.akitashoten.co.jp/
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TV Anime Series Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis Opening Theme ‘Soul Seeker’ to be Performed by Crossfaith
Having only just released their first album in three years EX_MACHINA in August 2018, some new news has arrived from Japanese heavy metal band Crossfaith.
Their new song Soul Seeker will be used as the main theme song for season two of the upcoming anime series Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis which is set to begin airing in October. The song is completely brand new and not featured on their recently-released album. It will be available for digital download this autumn.
You can get an early listen of the song in the series trailer above, so be sure to check it out.
■Information
“EX_MACHINA”
Released: August 1, 2018
Limited Pressing Edition (2CDs+2DVDs): ¥11,000 (Pre-Tax)
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥4,500 (Pre-Tax)
Regular Edition (CD): ¥2,990 (Pre-Tax)Tour Schedule
＜Japan＞
OSAKA HAZIKETEMAZARE FESTIVAL
09/17 @ Izumiotsu PhoenixCrossfaith World Tour 2018: Japan
10/27 @ Koriyama HIP SHOT
10/28 @ Yokohama Bay Hall
11/8 @ Niigata LOTS
11/10 @ Zepp Sapporo
11/14 @ Takamatsu Olive Hall
11/16 @ Namba Hatch
11/20 @ Hamamatsu Madowaku
11/22 @ Zepp Nagoya
11/25 @ Sendai PIT
11/30 @ Shinkiba Studio Coast
12/8 @ Hiroshima Club Quattro
12/9 @ Fukuoka Drum Logos
12/15 @ Koza Music Town＜Overseas＞
CONCRETE & GRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL
09/15 @ Shanghai, ChinaCrossfaith World Tour 2018: UK/EU
9/26 @ Clubzal, St. Petersburg, Russia
9/27 @ RED Club, Moscow, Russia
9/28 @ BelEtage, Kiev, Ukraine
10/1 @ Arena Wien, Vienna, Austria
10/2 @ Naumann’s, Leipzig, Germany
10/3 @ Logo, Hamburg, Germany
10/6 @ Bi Nuu, Berlin, Germany
10/8 @ Gebaude 9, Cologne, Germany
10/9 @ Backstage, Munich, Germany
10/10 @ La Laiterie, Strasbourg, France
10/13 @ Marble Factory, Bristol, England
10/15 @ The Garage, Glasgow, Scotland
10/16 @ Rock City, Nottingham, England
10/17 @ Manchester Academy, Manchester, England
10/19 @ Electric Ballroom, London, England
10/20 @ The Plug, Sheffield, England
10/21 @ Academy, Dublin, Republic of IrelandCrossfaith Official Website: http://www.crossfaith.jp/
Fist of the Blue Sky: Regenesis Official Website: www.souten-regenesis.com
Fist of the North Star Official Website: http://www.hokuto-no-ken.jp/35th
©Tetsuo Hara・Buronson/NSP 2001, ©Fist of the Blue Sky 2018
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It has been announced that Crossfaith‘s new song The Perfect Nightmare will premiere on US heavy metal music magazine Metal Injection.
The song is the first piece of new material from the 5-member Japanese heavy metal band since they dropped Wipeout back in January. It will release across digital streaming platforms on June 14 including Spotify and Apple Music.
An official video was also released. It was directed by up-and-coming Australian creator EGO and packs as much punch as the song itself. A new artist photo was also released taken by Polish photographer Maciej Kucia, and the band even featured on the front cover of GQ.
Crossfaith is currently touring Europe and will head to Japan in July. They will subsequently return overseas for a UK and European tour beginning in September.
■Tour Information
Japan
06.09 @ BLAZE UP NAGASAKI 2018 in HUIS TEN BOSCH, Huis Ten Bosch – 9:00/11:0007.28 @ WILD BUNCH FEST. 2018, Yamaguchi Kirara Haku Memorial Park – 9:30/11:00
08.05 @ ROCK IN JAPAN, Hitachi Seaside Park
08.25 @ TRIANGLE, Momochi Seaside Park
08.26 @ RUSH BALL, Izumiotsu Pheonix
08.27 @ Crossfaith presents NITROPOLIS vol.1, Osaka BIG CAT – Open 18:00/ Start 19:00
08.29 @ Nagoya Diamond Hall – Open 18:00/ Start 19:00
08.30 @ Ebisu LIQUIDROOM – Open 18:00/ Start 19:00
08.31 @ Ebisu LIQUIDROOM – Open 21:00/ Start 22:00
09.08 @ TREASURE05X, Gamagori Laguna Beach
09/17 @ Osaka Haziketemazare Festival
OSAKA HAZIKETEMAZARE FESTIVAL, Izumiotsu PheonixMelkweg w/ Bullet For My Valentine、Asking Alexandria
06.12 @ FZW, Amsterdam, Netherlands
06.12 @ Schlachtof, Dortmund, Germany
06.15 @ Wiesbaden, Germany
06.16 @ Download Festival Paris, Paris, FranceKiff w/ Modern Life Is War、Cancer Bats
06.17 @ Aarau, SwitzerlandZona Roveri Music Factory w/ Underoath
06.19 @ Bologna, ItalyMagazzini Generali w/ Underoath
06.20 @ Copenhell, Milan, Italy
06.22 @ Graspop Metal Meeting, Copenhagen, Denmark
06.23 @ Dessel, BelgiumclubCANN w/ Bury Tomorrow
06.24 @ Stuttgart, GermanyDürer Kert w/ Underoath
06.28 @ Aerodrome Festival, Budapest, Hungary
06.29 @ Vainstream Rockfest, Prague, Czech Republic
06.30 @ Download Festival Madrid, Spain
06.30 @Download Festival MadridCrossfaith World Tour 2018: UK/EU
09.26 @ Clubzal, St. Petersburg, Russia
09.27 @ RED Club, Moscow, Russia
09.28 @ BelEtage, Kiev, Ukraine
10.01 @ Arena Wien, Vienna, Austria
10.02 @ Naumann’s, Leipzig, Germany
10.03 @ Logo, Hamburg, Germany
10.06 @ Bi Nuu, Berlin, Germany
10.08 @ Gebaude 9, Cologne, Germany
10.09 @ Backstage, Munich, Germany
10.10 @ La Laiterie, Strasbourg, France
10.13 @ Marble Factory, Bristol, England
10.15 @ The Garage, Glasgow, Scotland
10.16 @ Rock City, Nottingham, England
10.17 @ Manchester Academy, Manchester, England
10.19 @ Electric Ballroom, London, England
10.20 @ The Plug, Sheffield, England
10.21 @ Academy, Dublin, Republic of IrelandCrossfaith Official Website: http://www.crossfaith.jp/
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Summer is coming soon, and no doubt you are looking forward to going to summer festivals! In this article, I will introduce to you some recommended Japanese artists who are going to perform at summer festivals that will be held in foreign countries.
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
THE GREAT ESCAPE is a music festival held in Brighton, England which was started in 2006.
Many events will be held, not just live concerts and many up-and-coming artists, people who are working in the music industry and music lovers from all over the world gather at this festival. Many alternative UK rock bands perform at this festival but big-name artists such as ADELE, ELLIE GOULDING, ED SHHERAN and CHARLIE XCX have performed at this festival too, before or right after they debuted.
World Tour 2018：https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/94229
■InformationTHE GREAT ESCAPE
Location:Various Venues, Brighton City Centre Brighton BN1
Date: 2018/05/17 to 19
Website: http://greatescapefestival.com/
KYARY PAMYU PAMYU official website
Wednesday Campanella
She will also perform at Les Eurockéennes for the first time, a music festival held in Belfort, France. Les Eurockéennes has been held at a protected nature reserve in Belfort since 1989. In 2012, it was awarded Best Overseas Festival in the UK Festival Awards. It is one of France’s biggest music festivals. Wednesday Campanella’s appearance at Les Eurockéennes comes after enthusiastic demand from the people in charge of bookings.
Detail Information：https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/103258
■InformationLes Eurockéennes
Location: Lac de Malsaucy, Belfort, France
Date: July 5―July 8Website: https://www.eurockeennes.fr
Wednesday Campanella’s official website
“crossfaith” is a solo unit who is gathering much attention all over the world for his unique music which is the mixture of strings and electronica and fresh ideas. He combines many kinds of genres such as metalcore, hard core, screamo and catchy pops to create his unique works. He is going to perform at many festivals this year, so let’s check out his official website.
■InformationDownload Paris
Date: 2018/06/15 to 17
Location:Base Aérienne 217, Brétigny-sur-Orge, France
Website:http://www.downloadfestival.fr/fr
Graspop Metal Meeting
Date: 2018/6/21〜24
Location:Dessel, Belgium
Website:https://www.graspop.be/en/
Aerodrom Festival
Date: 2018/6/28〜30
Location:Panenský Týnec
Website:https://aerodrome.cz/
Download Madrid 2018
Date: 2018/6/28〜30
Location:Uptown Theater
Website:https://downloadfestival.es/en/
crossfaith Official Website
Cornelius
“Cornelius” is a solo unit of Keigo Oyamada from Tokyo which is gaining high reputation for its high-quality pop music and unique stage performance using various kinds of videos.
So far, it has been decided that he is going to perform at Field Day Festival and Sonar Festival which will be held in June. Please refer to his official website with regards to detailed information.
■Information
Field Day Festival
Date: 2018/6/1〜3
Location:Brockwell Park London
Website:http://fielddayfestivals.com/
Sonar Festival
Date: 2018/6/14〜16
Location:Barcelona 25ª edición
Website:https://sonar.es/
Cornelius LIVE information
http://www.corneliusjapan.com/tour1/
Cornelius official website
BABYMETAL
BABYMETAL are a fusion of the metal and idol genres and are a band active across the globe. Their mix of authentic metal music with their cute singing and dancing continues to captivate fans worldwide. They have also opened their own apparel brand, ‘BMD FOX APPAREL.’ The three of them are also set to perform at many festivals this summer.
■InformationRock on the Range
Location: MAPFRE STADIUM, Columbus
Date: 2018/5/20
Website: http://rockontherange.com/index.html
Rock am Ring 2018
Location: Nürburgring, Germany
Date: 2018/6/1
Website: http://www.rock-am-ring.com/
Rock im Park 2018
Location: Zeppelinfield, Germany
Date: 2018/6/1
Website: http://www.rock-im-park.com/
Download UK 2018
Location: Donington Park, Derby
Date: 2018/6/9
Website: https://downloadfestival.co.uk/
BABYMETAL Official Website:
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Don’t miss these chances to witness the live performances of popular Japanese artists!
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A video literally powered by your headbanging! Crossfaith have crossed the line with a new release project!
After approximately 2 years since returning from their Australia tour, the news hit that Crossfaith will be releasing their new single “FREEDOM” on Wednesday 2nd August along with their live video “LIVE IN JAPAN- AT MAKUHARI MESSE”. Using the latest technology, they will also be releasing a new website feature called “Make It Metal” – this world has never seen something quite like this before!
How do you “Make It Metal”? Face the camera in your PC and keep headbanging for the video and music to play. This new music experience of “metal interaction” is something that only Crossfaith can offer! Marketing Communication Company Ogilvy & Mather Japan acted through collaboration to create the “Make It Metal” project as a method of new music promotion. For the collaboration, Ogilvy & Mather Japan singled out Crossfaith to take part, acknowledging their worldwide status.
The song used for “Make It Metal” is “Diavolos” from the album “FREEDOM”, which will be released for sale on 2nd August. Besides the album artwork for the new single, there is a CD booklet that includes illustrations and photos from the band’s live performances.
The artistic illustration in the CD booklet that comes with the album “FREEDOM” was designed by the same Australian designer who designed the CD jacket. This was also used for the “Make It Metal” video, which is a must-see for fans all over the world. Don’t stop headbanging and enjoy the video and music! If you successfully reach the end, a certificate will appear onscreen, allowing you to use it to boast on SNS websites and compete with other Crossfaith fans worldwide!
■Information
Make It Metal
Release information
Release date: 2nd August 2017
New Single “FREEDOM”
First-run limited edition:（Disc 2 – Includes 3 remix songs）SRCL-9470～9471 ¥1,600-（price with tax included）10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR ONE MAN SHOWS – FAITH LASTS FOREVER –
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Crossfaith have become an immense international success having played and held tours worldwide across 40 countries, as well as continuing to play the main stage at numerous festivals around the globe. The 5-member Japanese heavy metal band have just announced a long-awaited new single entitled “FREEDOM”.
“FREEDOM” is set for release on August 2nd and comes as Crossfaith’s first new single in almost a year. The single will feature 3 songs, while the First Press Limited Edition will include a second disc of remixes by “New Age Warriors” of the three tracks. Rou, the vocalist of Enter Shikari, a British band who Crossfaith have become good friends with, features as the guest vocalist on the lead track “FREEDOM”. The song is described as fine-tuned and as having a ‘hard’ sound. It’s a track that will show just how far Crossfaith have come as a band.
The second track on the single goes by the name of “Rockstar Steady” and features JESSE from “RIZE / The BONEZ” whom Crossfaith has also performed with at numerous festivals. The third and final track is “Diavolos,” which has been called a new masterpiece at their live shows.
Crossfaith will also release the final show of their “New Age Warriors” tour in Japan, which was held at Makuhari Messe, on DVD.
Crossfaith are set to embark on their “10th Anniversary Tour” starting from October this year to celebrate 10 years since the band formed. Advance Tickets went on sale mid-day on June 26th. This tour will also feature the “NEW AGE Discount,” a student discount for under-18s. Advance Tickets and NEW AGE Discount Tickets will have their own special original designs.
The new single is out just before the start of the festival season, so pick yourself up a copy in advance and rock out!
■Information
“FREEDOM”
On Sale: August 2nd, 2017
First Press Limited Edition (w/Disc 2 featuring remixes of all 3 songs) – ¥1,600 (tax included) [SRCL-9470～9471]
Regular Edition ¥1,300 (tax included) [SRCL-9472]“10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR” Homepage: http://www.crossfaith.jp/10th/tour/
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