Japanese rock band SID have released a new visual and the cover art for their forthcoming new album “NOMAD” which will hit shelves on September 6th.
The new visual features the SID members with similar clothing that, along with the CD jacket, expresses the theme surrounding the title of the album, namely “nomad” and “wanderer.” The CD jacket itself comes in 3 different versions for each edition of the album.
For the release of “NOMAD,” the album is also being released in collaboration with TOWER RECORDS, TSUTAYA and HMV, where it will be released with exclusive bonuses. At each store, the album will be released with an original poster featuring each member of the band wearing the staff uniform for TOWER RECORDS, TSUTAYA and HMV. The posters have a much different feel to them than the cool CD cover art as we see the members much more casual and light-hearted. These posters have been specially made for this release, so be sure to check them out.
Details have also been finally revealed for the recently announced handshake events that will take place to support the release of SID’s new album, much to the excitement of fans. The first will take place on Saturday September 9th at TFT HALL 500 at Tokyo Big Sight while the second will take place the following day at Osaka Business Park Enkei Hall. Full details on how to sign up and more can be found at the band’s official homepage.
NOMAD is SID’s first album to be released in almost 3 and a half years, the last being “OUTSIDER” which came out back in 2014. The band are set to embark on a tour for the new album titled “SID TOUR 2017 「NOMAD」.” Be sure to keep your eyes peeled on SID’s return from the release of the album to their nationwide Japanese hall tour.
■Information
New Album「NOMAD」
2017.9.6 Release
■Information
New Album – “NOMAD”
On Sale: September 6, 2017
【First Press Limited Edition A (CD + DVD)】
KSCL-2951/2952
￥3,611 + tax
<DVD Contents>
NOMAD Special Interview
【First Press Limited Edition B (CD + Photo Booklet)】
KSCL-2953/2954
￥3,611 + tax
Comes with 32-page photo booklet.
【Regular Edition (CD-only)】
KSCL-2955
￥2,870 + tax
【Exclusive Instore Bonuses】
＊TOWER RECORDS (Also available online. Available instore at select stores only.)
SID×TOWER RECORDS Original Poster
＊TSUTAYA RECORDS (Available instore at select stores only) / TSUTAYA Online Shopping (pre-order only)
SID×TSUTAYA Original Poster
＊HMV (Also available via L-Tike HMV. Available instore at select stores only.)
SID×HMV Original Poster
＊About Posters
SID “NOMAD” B3-size Posters (5 designs)
*You will receive one poster randomly selected from 5 by purchasing a copy of “NOMAD” at the above stores.
*There are 3 editions of “NOMAD” available. You can receive a poster by purchasing either edition of the album.
*Please be aware that you cannot choose which poster design you want at any of the stores.
*Posters are available in limited quantity so will be made unavailable once all have been given out.
*Posters are not available at any other stores apart from the ones listed above.
(CDs are available to purchase on site until 18:00)
※About participating at the handshake event
You can attend the handshake event upon purchasing a copy of SID’s new album “NOMAD” from one of three types: “First Press Limited Edition Type A” [KSCL 2951-2] / “First Press Limited Edition Type B” [KSCL 2953-4] / “First Press Regular Edition” [KSCL 2955]. Your ticket will be listed from one of four categories: A, B, C or D. 1 ticket will allow you to shake hands with one random member. You will be given instructions on lining up at the event in conjunction with the ticket you hold, which will split you into one of the four alphabetical categories.
Japanese visual kei rock band SID will release their new single delete on March 4.
https://youtu.be/ghBxQ51VgmQ
The song will serve as the new opening theme for the ongoing TV anime series The Seven Deadly Sins: Wrath of the Gods. The TV anime edit music video for the song was revealed on SID’s New Year special live broadcast that was held on YouTube. (SID Shinshun Special Namahaishin! The Seven Deadly Sins: Wrath of the Gods Shin Kūru On Air Start! )During the live broadcast, SID also revealed the details on their two-day special live performance SID LIVE 2020 -Star Forest- which will take place on May 9 and 10, 2020. As the new performance will show a completely new style to their normal live performances, SID fans just can't contain their excitement.
As we make headway into the new year, information on Japanese artists performing outside of Japan continues to roll out. This first article covers Japanese artists set to perform concerts overseas in the first half of 2019.
・Perfume
The global popularity of multi-platinum electro J-pop group Perfume is clear for all to see, with their latest album Future Pop released back in August charting in at No.1 in 20 countries across the world. And now, international fans in the US and Asia will be excited to hear that the trio are set to hit a city near them in March and April this year.
Full Details:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/138536
・SID
SID announced at their 15th anniversary tour Ichiban Suki na Basho 2018 that they are set to perform four dates in Asia.
Full Details:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/144270
■InformationSID 15th Anniversary ASIA TOUR “THE PLACE WHERE WE LOVE MOST 2019”
2019/2/15 @ Legacy Taipei, Taipei
2019/2/20 @ MacPherson Stadium, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong
2019/2/22 @ BANDAI NAMCO SHANGHAI BASE DREAM HALL, Shanghai
2019/2/24 @ Tango Live House, Beijing
SID Official Website: https://sid-web.info
・Kenshi Yonezu
Kenshi Yonezu took the charts by storm in 2018 breaking many records with a string of singles. While riding this wave of success, it has been announced that Yonezu will embark on his first ever arena tour which begins today on January 19. Two dates in Shanghai and Taipei have been added to the tour.
Full Details:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/158468
■InformationKenshi Yonezu When The Spine Becomes Opal
2019/3/19 @ Mercedes-Benz Arena, Shanghai
2019/3/30 @ National Taiwan University Sports Center, Taipei
Kenshi Yonezu Official Weibo: https://www.weibo.com/u/6888753808?is_hot=1
Kenshi Yonezu Official Website: http://reissuerecords.net/
・Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra celebrate their 30th anniversary this year, and what better way to kick off it off than performing at Lollapalooza Chilie in March. Before they do however they will first perform at PA’L NORTE 2019, a 2-day music and art festival in Monterrey, Mexico. They are part of a line-up consisting of big names such as Arctic Monkeys, Kings of Leon and Santana.
Full Details:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/146658
■InformationLollapalooza Chile
Location: O’Higgins Park, Chile
Date: March 29, 2019 – March 31, 2019
Event Page: https://www.lollapaloozacl.com/PA’L NORTE 2019
Location: Monterrey, Mexico
Date: March 22, 2019 – March 23, 2019
Event Page:https://www.palnorte.com.mx/
Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra Official Website: https://www.tokyoska.net/
・Taichi Mukai
Taichi Mukai is in the midst of his 2018-2019 "Pure Tour" to promote his newest album PURE. The artist is gaining much attention not just in Japan but across Asia too. Mukai is set to perform in Asia for the first time beginning on March 22.
Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/155274
■InformationASIA TOUR 2019
2019/3/22 @ THE WALL TAIPEI, Taiwan
2019/3/24 @ Megaport Festival, Taiwan
2019/3/29 @ Jiangjinjiu, Beijing
2019/3/30 @ HOULIVE, Shenzen
2019/3/31/ @ Modern Sky Lab, Shanghai
2019/4/6 @ HANATOUR V-Hall, South Korea
Taichi Mukai Official Website: http://taichimukai.com/
・HYDE
HYDE started his solo music career up again last year and has various planned for 2019. He performed at L’Arc-en-Ciel's 2018 Christmas live show "L’ArChristmas" and will embark on an Asia tour in March.
■Information
ーHYDE WORLD TOUR 2019 ASIAー
2019/3/27 @ Shanghai
2019/3/29 @ Beijing
2019/3/31 @ Chengdu
2019/4/2 @ Hong Kong
2019/4/4 @ Taipei
*Ticket details TBA.
HYDE Official Website: https://www.hyde.com
・GARNiDELiA
GARNiDELiA released Kyoki Ranbu on September 26 this year, an album compiling every song from their internationally acclaimed online dance series including their hit song Gokuraku Jodo. The pop rock duo have announced that they will embark on their biggest Asia tour to date including shows in Hong Kong and Singapore.
Full Details:https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/150236
■Informationstellacage Asia Tour 2019 “Kyoki Ranbu”
2019/3/21 @ Mynavi BLITZ Akasaka, Tokyo
2019/3/30 @ MacPherson Stadium, Hong Kong
2019/4/13 @ Zepp@BIGBOX, Singapore
2019/6/23 @ PENNY LANE 24, Hokkaido
2019/6/30 @ Namba Hatch, Osaka
2019/7/7 @ Diamond Hall, Aichi
2019/7/27 @ DRUM LOGOS, Fukuoka
GARNiDELiA Official Website: http://www.garnidelia.com/
・Wednesday Campanella
Wednesday Campanella is no stranger to performing solo concerts and at festivals outside Japan. The next place to be graced by KOM_I's incredible performance is Barcelona for the Primavera Sound music festival.
Full Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/150817
To all lovers of J-pop, J-rock and any kind of Japanese artist or band living outside Japan - if an artist is coming to a place near you, show your support and don't miss the opportunity to see them live.
Writer: Heir
