It has been two years since rock band QUEEN BEE released an album. Their brand new album Ju (“Ten”) was just released on Wednesday 22nd May. Their song Seisen (“Holy War”), which is included on the new album, will be used as the film’s main theme song for the upcoming horror film Sadako.
Along with the release of Seisen, the official music video has also gone public. The wildest thing: the scary ghost of Sadako even takes part in the music video!
Sadako x QUEEN BEE – “Seisen” Collaboration Music Video
The film Sadako is the sequel to the world-hit 1998 Japanese film Ring, which is an adaptation of Koji Suzuki’s horror novel of the same name about a cursed video that when watched kills the viewer seven days after watching. With Elaiza Ikeda playing the role of the heroine and Hideo Nakata as the film’s director, this latest horror film was created by the hands of an original team. The film is set to premiere in Japan on 24th May.
The music video was directed by Sayaka Nakane, who also directed the music videos for QUEEN BEE’s HALF, Hypnotize and FIRE. As the film’s main antagonist, Sadako makes a strong appearance in the music video. Witnessing the terrifying Sadako in a music video is something you just have to see! The song Seisen is now available for early digital download and streaming across major digital music platforms.
The new album Ju is the sequel to QUEEN BEE’s previous album Q which was praised as a masterpiece. The new album consists of 10 songs, including the album version of the band’s biggest singles such as FIRE; the opening theme for anime Dororo; and HALF, the ending theme for anime Tokyo Ghoul:re, both of which were hits on streaming services. Other big hits on the album include Hypnotize for which Limited Pressing Edition copies of the single sold out immediately. And of course, Sadako’s main theme song Seisen is also on the album.
QUEEN BEE is currently on their 2019 Japan tour QUEEN BEE Tour 2019 “Ju” -Kaen-.
© 2019 Sadako Production Committee
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Ju
Release Date: May 22, 2019
iTunes Pre-Order: https://smar.lnk.to/AWzIMWN
*Digital pre-orders open from May 9, 2019 at midnight (JST)
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥4,500 (Before Tax) [AICL-3700〜3701] *Includes 84-page booklet & sticker sheet
Regular Edition (CD-Only): ¥3,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3702]
Store Bonuses
・TOWER RECORDS→Bonus: Documentary Card ①
First Press Limited Edition: https://tower.jp/item/4887485
Regular Edition: https://tower.jp/item/4887488
・Amazon→Bonus: Documentary Card ②
First Press Limited Edition: https://amzn.to/2D4OzkS
Regular Edition: https://amzn.to/2D1XrI1
・”Ju” 2019 Japan Tour→Bonus: Documentary Card ③
*Please enquire directly with the venues.
・TSUTAYA RECORDS→Bonus: “Ju” CD cover sticker
First Press Limited Edition: http://shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366403978/
Regular Edition: http://shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366403985/
・Supporting Stores→Bonus: QUEEN BEE logo sticker
*Store list TBA
QUEEN BEE 2019 Japan Tour “Ju” −Kaen−
Price: ¥4,500 *Tax included. Separate mandatory drink fee charged. Those aged 6+ years must hold a valid ticket.
Sadako
Release Date: May 24, 2019
Publisher: KADOKAWA
Official Website: https://sadako-movie.jp/
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QUEEN BEE just dropped the music video for their song P R I D E which is taken from their new record BL. The band dropped their new album BL last Wednesday, which charted at No. 3 on Oricon's daily charts and No. 5 on Billboard Japan's weekly album charts.
The music video is built up on the two CD covers for the album, including the above-pictured illustrated one drawn by manga artist Harada which blew up on social media when it was released, and the exclusive version which features a different cover. QUEEN BEE - "P R I D E" Official MV MOre details have also been released for the band's upcoming two concerts at Makuhari Event Hall on April 4 and 5. Titled QUEEN BEE Solo Concert “Ten” −Introduction−, the first day (April 4) will be "BLACK" themed, while the second day (April 5) will be "BLUE" themed. It is anticipated that the band will fuse together their last album TEN, which was released last year and which features in the name of the two concerts, and BL. Information
“BL” – Lead Track Digital Release
Release Date: January 28, 2020 at midnight (JST)
Download/Stream: https://smar.lnk.to/0JectWN
“BL” Album Release Information
Release Date: February 19, 2020
Limited Pressing Edition “lily”: ¥4,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3806~3807] *Includes 88-page visual book
Limited Pressing Edition “rose”: ¥4,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3808~3809] *Includes 88-page visual book
Regular Edition: ¥2,500 (Before Tax) [AICL-3810]
*The CD covers and visual books for Limited Pressing Edition “lily” and “rose” differ from each other
*Limited Pressing Edition copies are limited in stock – available while supplies last
In-Store Bonuses
“BL” Original Bookmark
- Amazon.co.jp: Blue
Limited Pressing Edition “lily” Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/yrWn
Limited Pressing Edition “rose” Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/QWd9
Regular Edition Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/6oDw
- TOWER RECORDS (Including Online/Some Branches Not Participating): White
Limited Pressing Edition “lily” Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/0vsL
Limited Pressing Edition “rose” Pre-order→https://bit.ly/2PRu7La
Regular Edition Pre-order→https://bit.ly/371q7xi
- TSUTAYA RECORDS (Including Online = Preorder only/Some Branches Not Participating): Grey
Limited Pressing Edition “lily” Pre-order→http://sp.shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366436228/
Limited Pressing Edition “rose” Pre-order→http://sp.shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366436235/?shop_it_douhatsu
Regular Edition Pre-order→http://sp.shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366437133/?shop_it_douhatsu
- Other Participating Stores: Black
https://www.sonymusic.co.jp/Music/Info/ziyoou-vachi/shoplist/200219/
*Bookmarks are limited in stock – available while supplies last
QUEEN BEE Solo Concert “Ten” −Introduction−
2020/4/4 @ Makuhari Messe Event Hall (Doors 17:00/Start 18:00)
2020/4/5 @ Makuhari Messe Event Hall (Doors 15:00/Start 16:00)
Tickets
On Sale: February 1, 2020
Price: Reserved Arena Standing Block – ¥6,000 (Tax Included) / Reserved Standing – ¥6,000 (Tax Included)
*All of those aged 6 years and above must hold their own valid ticket
*Those aged below 6 years are not permitted entry
QUEEN BEE Official Website: http://www.ziyoou-vachi.com/
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QUEEN BEE released their industry-shaking album Ten in May last year, which shot to number one on iTunes in Japan and peaked at 4th place on Oricon's weekly charts. Their success didn't end there however, as tickets to all of their live shows in promotion of the record sold out. It hasn't even been a year yet, and QUEEN BEE are set to release yet another new album, BL, on February 19.
The album will be released in several different versions. There will be two limited pressing editions, lily and rose, each with their own design concept and each coming with a gorgeous 88 page visual book. There will also be regular edition copies with just the CD. The limited pressing editions feature photos of the members wearing different makeup and outfits in line with the respective lily and rose themes. Both visual books will each also contain entirely different photos. The CDs of all three versions will contain 8 brand new songs, and in line with each edition's different concepts, the track list will be in different orders too. Additionally, regular edition copies also contain instrumental versions of all 8 tracks. The album also includes QUEEN BEE's new song BL which features as the opening theme for the Japanese drama series Juu no Himitsu ("10 Secrets") starring Osamu Mukai. The title and lead track for the new album, BL will be released digitally at midnight in Japan tonight (January 28). Pre-orders for the full album are also now open on iTunes in Japan. Tickets are now on sale for QUEEN BEE's two concerts entitled "Ten −Introduction−" taking place at Mahukari Event Hall on April 4 and 5. Information
“BL” – Lead Track Digital Release
Release Date: January 28, 2020 at midnight (JST)
Download/Stream: https://smar.lnk.to/0JectWN
“BL” Album Release Information
Release Date: February 19, 2020
Limited Pressing Edition “lily”: ¥4,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3806~3807] *Includes 88-page visual book
Limited Pressing Edition “rose”: ¥4,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3808~3809] *Includes 88-page visual book
Regular Edition: ¥2,500 (Before Tax) [AICL-3810]
*The CD covers and visual books for Limited Pressing Edition “lily” and “rose” differ from each other
*Limited Pressing Edition copies are limited in stock – available while supplies last
In-Store Bonuses
“BL” Original Bookmark
- Amazon.co.jp: Blue
Limited Pressing Edition “lily” Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/yrWn
Limited Pressing Edition “rose” Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/QWd9
Regular Edition Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/6oDw
- TOWER RECORDS (Including Online/Some Branches Not Participating): White
Limited Pressing Edition “lily” Pre-order→http://u0u0.net/0vsL
Limited Pressing Edition “rose” Pre-order→https://bit.ly/2PRu7La
Regular Edition Pre-order→https://bit.ly/371q7xi
- TSUTAYA RECORDS (Including Online = Preorder only/Some Branches Not Participating): Grey
Limited Pressing Edition “lily” Pre-order→http://sp.shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366436228/
Limited Pressing Edition “rose” Pre-order→http://sp.shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366436235/?shop_it_douhatsu
Regular Edition Pre-order→http://sp.shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/4547366437133/?shop_it_douhatsu
- Other Participating Stores: Black
https://www.sonymusic.co.jp/Music/Info/ziyoou-vachi/shoplist/200219/
*Bookmarks are limited in stock – available while supplies last
QUEEN BEE Solo Concert “Ten” −Introduction−
2020/4/4 @ Makuhari Messe Event Hall (Doors 17:00/Start 18:00)
2020/4/5 @ Makuhari Messe Event Hall (Doors 15:00/Start 16:00)
Tickets
On Sale: February 1, 2020
Price: Reserved Arena Standing Block – ¥6,000 (Tax Included) / Reserved Standing – ¥6,000 (Tax Included)
*All of those aged 6 years and above must hold their own valid ticket
*Those aged below 6 years are not permitted entry
QUEEN BEE Official Website: http://www.ziyoou-vachi.com/
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QUEEN BEE just dropped their new music video for Introduction on YouTube. The song is taken from their latest album Ju which hit shelves back in May. The song will feature as the main theme for the forthcoming film Tokyo Ghoul S, the sequel to the live-action adaptation of the popular manga and anime series Tokyo Ghoul.
The music video was directed by Nakane Sayaka who has worked on QUEEN BEE's most recent videos including HALF, Hypnotize, and Holy War. ©Sui Ishida / Shueisha ©2019 “Tokyo Ghoul S” Production Committee Information
Ju
Released: May 22, 2019
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥4,500 (Before Tax) [AICL-3700〜3701] *Includes 84-page booklet & sticker sheet
Regular Edition (CD-Only): ¥3,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3702]
QUEEN BEE Official Website: http://www.ziyoou-vachi.com/
Tokyo Ghoul S
Based On: Tokyo Ghoul (Young Jump Comics, Shueisha) by Sui Ishida
Directors:Hiramaki Kazuhiko / Takuya Kawasaki
Screenwriter: Chūji Mikasano
Distributed by: Shochiku
Release Date: July 19, 2019 (Japan)
Official Website: http://tokyoghoul.jp/
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Masataka Kubota, who is reprising his role as Ken Kaneki in the upcoming live-action film Tokyo Ghoul S, announced at the film's premiere at The Golden Hall in Ebisu that QUEEN BEE will perform the movie's main theme song. The song is titled Introduction and is taken from QUEEN BEE's new album Ju which hit shelves in May. The band also previously performed the song HALF as the ending theme for the TV anime series Tokyo Ghoul:re. QUEEN BEE released a new artist photo to promote the new collaboration.
Speaking about their return to the franchise once again, QUEEN BEE's vocalist Avu-chan commented: "Talks began on the day when we had finished everything on our album Ju―the music, the photos, and the music videos [...] Introduction is the last song on the album. It's a song that follows the road down ten years of QUEEN BEE, and we are honoured that it will begin as the theme song for Tokyo Ghoul S. Please look forward to it." ©Sui Ishida / Shueisha ©2019 “Tokyo Ghoul S” Production Committee Information
Ju
Released: May 22, 2019
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥4,500 (Before Tax) [AICL-3700〜3701] *Includes 84-page booklet & sticker sheet
Regular Edition (CD-Only): ¥3,000 (Before Tax) [AICL-3702]
QUEEN BEE Official Website: http://www.ziyoou-vachi.com/
Tokyo Ghoul S
Based On: Tokyo Ghoul (Young Jump Comics, Shueisha) by Sui Ishida
Directors:Hiramaki Kazuhiko / Takuya Kawasaki
Screenwriter: Chūji Mikasano
Distributed by: Shochiku
Release Date: July 19, 2019 (Japan)
Official Website: http://tokyoghoul.jp/
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The original Ring film was released in Japan in 1998 and was directed by Hideo Nakata. It is an adaptation of Koji Suzuki’s horror novel of the same name about a cursed video that when watched kills the viewer seven days after watching. It went on to become Japan’s No. 1 horror film. The film franchise is set to receive a sequel entitled in Sadako which is set to premiere in Japan on May 24, 2019.
The film stars Hiroya Shimizu who plays the role of a video creator. He spreads Sadako's curse after posting a certain video on a video streaming website. It has been revealed that hugely popular Japanese YouTubers Mizutamari Bond will make an appearance in the film. Mizutamari Bond are a comedy duo on YouTube consisting of Kanta and Tommy. They first began posting videos in 2015 and have since gone on to garner almost 4 million subscribers. They produce a variety of different videos daily, from pranks to experiments to exploring urban legends. Their fried rice prank video which was posted in January has clocked 9.5 million views and even featured on TIME's website. Kanta and Tommy will play themselves in Sadako. While they are watching content from another creator, they will discover something strange in the video. We will get to see the spread of Sadako's curse across the video streaming platform. Both Kanta and Tommy gave comments on being involved with the film. Kanta said: "I am extremely happy to have the opportunity to be involved with such a historical film as this. I shuddered when I first saw the cursed tape as a child. Sadako finely traumatised me. I'm happy that Nakata is bringing Sadako to modern society by changing it from a tape to an online video. It's because we're so familiar them that makes it scary, and if you love in Japan, it's scary because of the way Japanese houses are laid out and how Japanese-style rooms are. Sadako can come in many forms and is scary in whatever time she appears. This is a really fantastic film." Tommy commented: "I never thought a day would come where I would appear in a national horror movie like Sadako. I was also really happy that it came when it did as the subject matter is what I do as my job. I definitely want all the kids of the younger generation who are using the net to watch this film. It's really scary, but in one viewing I also think it's a fantastic film." The film's director Hideo Nakata also spoke about having Kanta and Tommy involved. He said: "The scene where both of them appear went unbelievably smoothly, as expected of such big YouTubers. They were lively in front of the camera. Their ability to talk so casually [in front of it] is their forte. We shot on location, so the middle school kids on their way back from cram school spotted them. The setting is that they are watching a―street-style?―type of video which we made by learning from watching others. They praised us enthusiastically for out efforts and said 'With this you'll be able to hit a million views!' [laughs] We were overjoyed to hear that. There's also a part where a shot from the cursed tape appears on their smartphone... ©2019 Sadako Production Committee Information
Sadako
Release Date: May 24, 2019
Publisher: KADOKAWA
Official Website: https://sadako-movie.jp/
Mizutamari Bond Official YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOjLndjOqMoffA-fr8cbKA
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The original Ring film was released in Japan in 1998 and was directed by Hideo Nakata. It is an adaptation of Koji Suzuki’s horror novel of the same name about a cursed video that when watched kills the viewer seven days after watching. It went on to become Japan's No. 1 horror film. The film franchise is set to receive a sequel entitled in Sadako which is set to premiere in Japan on May 24, 2019. QUEEN BEE will perform the film's main theme song Seisen (“Holy War”) which you can hear in the latest trailer.
In the trailer, we see the fear-filled protagonist Mayu (played by Elaiza Ikeda) sitting on a bed, contrasted with another scene of her where her desperate eyes are full of rage. There's also a mysterious scene of a small child with mysterious eyes. Hideo Nakata explained how Sadako maintains that J-horror atmosphere while keeping in line with the "entertaining fear factor" of today's movies. He also noted that the film contains strong human drama elements as expressed through love as a blood connection. Nakata praised QUEEN BEE's song Seisen as being the perfect match for the film as they were able to capture and portray the movie's themes. He admitted to being in tears after seeing the band perform live. Elaiza Ikeda's passionate performance of Mayu combined with the beautiful collaboration between Seisen and the movie are just a couple of reasons why you should check the trailer out. ©2019 Sadako Production Committee ／A KADOKAWA film. Information
Sadako
Release Date: May 24, 2019
Publisher: KADOKAWA
Official Website: https://sadako-movie.jp/