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Girugämesh
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Girugamesh (ギルガメッシュ Girugamesshu?) is a Japanese metal band, formed in 2003. The name is derived from the ancient king Gilgamesh, and is sometimes typeset with a metal umlaut as Girugämesh.
Also known as
Girugämesh
Origin
Chiba, JapanGenresAlternative metal, Nu metal, Industrial metal, Metalcore, Visual kei
Years active
2003–present
Labels
Danger Crue (JP), Gan-Shin (EU)
Website
www.girugamesh.jp
Girugämesh
Origin
Chiba, JapanGenresAlternative metal, Nu metal, Industrial metal, Metalcore, Visual kei
Years active
2003–present
Labels
Danger Crue (JP), Gan-Shin (EU)
Website
www.girugamesh.jp
History
2003-2006: Formation Formed in 2003 in Chiba, Shuu and Nii had been friends since elementary school,the earliest incarnation of the band made its first performance while the members were still in high school. Girugamesh began playing gigs with their current lineup in 2004, until they were signed to record label Gaina-Japan. Their first major single, "Kaisen Sengen" was ranked #10 on the Oricon Indies chart. In 2005, Girugamesh embarked on a nation-wide tour, after which they released their first live DVD, featuring footage from the tour, and after more touring, released an EP, Goku - Shohankei Enban.
In 2007, Girugamesh was signed to the European label Gan-Shin. The band then was part of a 9-band Japanese rock festival in Los Angeles, California called "J-Rock Revolution". They were part of the second night alongside Merry, D'espairsRay, and Mucc. Around the time of J-Rock Revolution, some of the performing bands released material on the iTunes Music Store, including Girugamesh. On this, Ryo has commented that "if you really like the band after the initial listen, you will buy the original CD."
2007-present: Girugamesh and international success In the summer of 2007, Girugamesh released an EP entitled Reason of Crying, and in December released their eponymous album, Girugamesh.
Main article: Girugamesh touring In 2008, in support of Girugamesh, the band toured in both Japan and Europe, under the tour title "Stupid Tour '08". The Japanese leg had Girugamesh performing throughout Japan, and later in January, the band toured Europe for the first time, visiting Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Finland. Following their European tour, Girugamesh continued the "Stupid Tour '08 in Japan". In March, Girugamesh returned to touring visiting venues all over Japan including Okinawa.
Following a performance at Wacken Open Air, a support tour for Girugamesh will occur, entitled "Shining Tour '08". The first performances will endure through July, visiting Osaka and Nagoya, with one finale performance in August at the Liquidroom in Tokyo. Concerts in July will feature second acts, including Gelugugu, Tr. Dan, Sel'm, Dogma, and Deathgaze, while the tour finale show will be a one-man performance, with only Girugamesh.
In July 2008, an English version of their website was activated; shortly after this, the band announced they would release their debut American album, with Girugamesh being sold exclusively through Hot Topic stores.
The band's third full-length album, titled Music, was released on November 5, 2008. After a lengthy Japan tour throughout the first quarter of 2009, the band made its second appearance in the United States, showcased at Sakura Con in Seattle, Washington. Not long after the end of "Crazy Tour 2009" they released the live DVD "Crazy Crazy Crazy" on June 3rd. Another release was announced to be out on July 10th but this time it was a single named "Alive" which they had been playing for the audiences during the end of their "Crazy Tour". Just a month later on August 5th the single "Border" came out along with "Crying Rain" on October 7th. On December 16th they released the fourth album with the name "NOW" and this will be the name of their tour in 2010.
The band will have a live titled NEW ALBUM RELEASE "PREMIUM ONEMAN SHOW 2010" on January 31 at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, and at the same time, the members tweeted in real time through musicJAPANplus before the live began. In summer of 2007, Girugamesh released an EP entitled Reason of Crying, and in December released their eponymous album, Girugamesh.
Main article: Girugamesh touring In 2008, in support of Girugamesh, the band toured in both Japan and Europe, under the tour title "Stupid Tour '08". The Japanese leg had Girugamesh performing throughout Japan, and later in January, the band toured Europe for the first time, visiting Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Finland. Following their European tour, Girugamesh continued the "Stupid Tour '08 in Japan". In March, Girugamesh returned to touring visiting venues all over Japan including Okinawa.
Following a performance at Wacken Open Air, a support tour for Girugamesh will occur, entitled "Shining Tour '08". The first performances will endure through July, visiting Osaka and Nagoya, with one finale performance in August at the Liquidroom in Tokyo. Concerts in July will feature second acts, including Gelugugu, Tr. Dan, Sel'm, Dogma, and Deathgaze, while the tour finale show will be a one-man performance, with only Girugamesh
In July 2008, an English version of their website was activated; shortly after this, the band announced they would release their debut American album, with Girugamesh being sold exclusively through Hot Topic stores.
The band's third full-length album, titled Music, was released on November 5, 2008. After a lengthy Japan tour throughout the first quarter of 2009, the band made its second appearance in the United States, showcased at Sakura Con in Seattle, Washington. Not long after the end of "Crazy Tour 2009" they released the live DVD "Crazy Crazy Crazy" on June 3rd. Another release was announced to be out on July 10th but this time it was a single named "Alive" which they had been playing for the audiences during the end of their "Crazy Tour". Just a month later on August 5th the single "Border" came out along with "Crying Rain" on October 7th. On December 16th they released the fourth album with the name "NOW" and this will be the name of their tour in 2010.
The band will have a live titled NEW ALBUM RELEASE "PREMIUM ONEMAN SHOW 2010" on January 31 at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, and at the same time, the members tweeted in real time through musicJAPANplus before the live began. The live which was the first gig for the band in 2010, had been a great success and the setlist of that day included 17 songs for the main show, plus two encores, with two and three songs each.
Girugamesh has already released a new single titled "Color," on July 7th; and they also have confirmed a new single release on October 6th. The title has not yet been released.
In 2007, Girugamesh was signed to the European label Gan-Shin. The band then was part of a 9-band Japanese rock festival in Los Angeles, California called "J-Rock Revolution". They were part of the second night alongside Merry, D'espairsRay, and Mucc. Around the time of J-Rock Revolution, some of the performing bands released material on the iTunes Music Store, including Girugamesh. On this, Ryo has commented that "if you really like the band after the initial listen, you will buy the original CD."
2007-present: Girugamesh and international success In the summer of 2007, Girugamesh released an EP entitled Reason of Crying, and in December released their eponymous album, Girugamesh.
Main article: Girugamesh touring In 2008, in support of Girugamesh, the band toured in both Japan and Europe, under the tour title "Stupid Tour '08". The Japanese leg had Girugamesh performing throughout Japan, and later in January, the band toured Europe for the first time, visiting Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Finland. Following their European tour, Girugamesh continued the "Stupid Tour '08 in Japan". In March, Girugamesh returned to touring visiting venues all over Japan including Okinawa.
Following a performance at Wacken Open Air, a support tour for Girugamesh will occur, entitled "Shining Tour '08". The first performances will endure through July, visiting Osaka and Nagoya, with one finale performance in August at the Liquidroom in Tokyo. Concerts in July will feature second acts, including Gelugugu, Tr. Dan, Sel'm, Dogma, and Deathgaze, while the tour finale show will be a one-man performance, with only Girugamesh.
In July 2008, an English version of their website was activated; shortly after this, the band announced they would release their debut American album, with Girugamesh being sold exclusively through Hot Topic stores.
The band's third full-length album, titled Music, was released on November 5, 2008. After a lengthy Japan tour throughout the first quarter of 2009, the band made its second appearance in the United States, showcased at Sakura Con in Seattle, Washington. Not long after the end of "Crazy Tour 2009" they released the live DVD "Crazy Crazy Crazy" on June 3rd. Another release was announced to be out on July 10th but this time it was a single named "Alive" which they had been playing for the audiences during the end of their "Crazy Tour". Just a month later on August 5th the single "Border" came out along with "Crying Rain" on October 7th. On December 16th they released the fourth album with the name "NOW" and this will be the name of their tour in 2010.
The band will have a live titled NEW ALBUM RELEASE "PREMIUM ONEMAN SHOW 2010" on January 31 at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, and at the same time, the members tweeted in real time through musicJAPANplus before the live began. In summer of 2007, Girugamesh released an EP entitled Reason of Crying, and in December released their eponymous album, Girugamesh.
Main article: Girugamesh touring In 2008, in support of Girugamesh, the band toured in both Japan and Europe, under the tour title "Stupid Tour '08". The Japanese leg had Girugamesh performing throughout Japan, and later in January, the band toured Europe for the first time, visiting Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Finland. Following their European tour, Girugamesh continued the "Stupid Tour '08 in Japan". In March, Girugamesh returned to touring visiting venues all over Japan including Okinawa.
Following a performance at Wacken Open Air, a support tour for Girugamesh will occur, entitled "Shining Tour '08". The first performances will endure through July, visiting Osaka and Nagoya, with one finale performance in August at the Liquidroom in Tokyo. Concerts in July will feature second acts, including Gelugugu, Tr. Dan, Sel'm, Dogma, and Deathgaze, while the tour finale show will be a one-man performance, with only Girugamesh
In July 2008, an English version of their website was activated; shortly after this, the band announced they would release their debut American album, with Girugamesh being sold exclusively through Hot Topic stores.
The band's third full-length album, titled Music, was released on November 5, 2008. After a lengthy Japan tour throughout the first quarter of 2009, the band made its second appearance in the United States, showcased at Sakura Con in Seattle, Washington. Not long after the end of "Crazy Tour 2009" they released the live DVD "Crazy Crazy Crazy" on June 3rd. Another release was announced to be out on July 10th but this time it was a single named "Alive" which they had been playing for the audiences during the end of their "Crazy Tour". Just a month later on August 5th the single "Border" came out along with "Crying Rain" on October 7th. On December 16th they released the fourth album with the name "NOW" and this will be the name of their tour in 2010.
The band will have a live titled NEW ALBUM RELEASE "PREMIUM ONEMAN SHOW 2010" on January 31 at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, and at the same time, the members tweeted in real time through musicJAPANplus before the live began. The live which was the first gig for the band in 2010, had been a great success and the setlist of that day included 17 songs for the main show, plus two encores, with two and three songs each.
Girugamesh has already released a new single titled "Color," on July 7th; and they also have confirmed a new single release on October 6th. The title has not yet been released.
Meme
The band is a slightly popular internet meme after a 2009 Sakura-Con commercial, when people are discussing things from Japan which they like, a man dressed in all black comes out and says "Girugamesh!" This eventually became a popular image on the website 4chan
Members
Satoshi
Name: Satoshi
Position in the band: Vocalist
Age: 26
Born: October 13th, 1984
Horoscope: Libra
Chinese zodiac: Rat
Blood type: O
Height: 168 cm (5'5")
Weight: 52 kg (114 LBS)
Fun Facts about Satoshi
Hobbies: Movies
Favorite food: Yakiniku and curry
Disliked food: Carrots and green peas
One word: "I'll push on with all my being."
- Satoshi has written all of the lyrics for Girugamesh so far, focusing mainly on the themes of war, prison, lies and betrayal.
- When he is asked about his family, enigmatically just replies as 'no one'.
- He likes Pug dogs
- Considers that his best and his worst feature is being selfish.
- Wishes to meet Anna Tsuchiya
Position in the band: Vocalist
Age: 26
Born: October 13th, 1984
Horoscope: Libra
Chinese zodiac: Rat
Blood type: O
Height: 168 cm (5'5")
Weight: 52 kg (114 LBS)
Fun Facts about Satoshi
Hobbies: Movies
Favorite food: Yakiniku and curry
Disliked food: Carrots and green peas
One word: "I'll push on with all my being."
- Satoshi has written all of the lyrics for Girugamesh so far, focusing mainly on the themes of war, prison, lies and betrayal.
- When he is asked about his family, enigmatically just replies as 'no one'.
- He likes Pug dogs
- Considers that his best and his worst feature is being selfish.
- Wishes to meet Anna Tsuchiya
Nii
Name: Nii
Position in the band: Guitarist
Age: 26
Born: July 22nd, 1984
Horoscope: Cancer
Chinese zodiac: Rat
Blood type: A
Height: 173 cm (5'6")
Weight: 53 kg (116 LBS)
Fun Facts about Nii
Hobbies: Playing the guitar, reading manga, playing computer games
Favorite food: Plum kelp
Disliked food: Sushi
One word: "Follow us."
- His family consists of his mother, father and a younger brother.
- There aren't a lot of things he likes about himself but - as he said - there are a lot he dislikes.
- Sees himself as 'troublesome'.
Position in the band: Guitarist
Age: 26
Born: July 22nd, 1984
Horoscope: Cancer
Chinese zodiac: Rat
Blood type: A
Height: 173 cm (5'6")
Weight: 53 kg (116 LBS)
Fun Facts about Nii
Hobbies: Playing the guitar, reading manga, playing computer games
Favorite food: Plum kelp
Disliked food: Sushi
One word: "Follow us."
- His family consists of his mother, father and a younger brother.
- There aren't a lot of things he likes about himself but - as he said - there are a lot he dislikes.
- Sees himself as 'troublesome'.
Shuu
Name: ShuU
Position in the band: Bassist and leader
Age: 26
Born: December 26th, 1984
Horoscope: Capricorn
Chinese zodiac: Rat
Blood type: O
Height: 175 cm (5'7")
Weight: 62 kg (136 LBS)
Fun Facts about Shuu
Hobbies: Collecting miscellaneous goods
Favorite food: Jasmine tea
Disliked food: Unsmooth red bean paste
One word: "I want to become a fine man."
- Shuu was a roadie for Kagerou before joining Girugamesh.
- Doesn't like talking about his private life.
- He is the leader of the band, and is the member who speaks most on the interviews.
- Considers himself as a 'fun' person, but dislikes his face.
Position in the band: Bassist and leader
Age: 26
Born: December 26th, 1984
Horoscope: Capricorn
Chinese zodiac: Rat
Blood type: O
Height: 175 cm (5'7")
Weight: 62 kg (136 LBS)
Fun Facts about Shuu
Hobbies: Collecting miscellaneous goods
Favorite food: Jasmine tea
Disliked food: Unsmooth red bean paste
One word: "I want to become a fine man."
- Shuu was a roadie for Kagerou before joining Girugamesh.
- Doesn't like talking about his private life.
- He is the leader of the band, and is the member who speaks most on the interviews.
- Considers himself as a 'fun' person, but dislikes his face.
Яyo
Name: Яyo
Position in the band: Drummer
Born: September 20th, 1986
Horoscope: Virgo
Chinese zodiac: Tiger
Blood type: A
Height: 163 cm (5'3")
Weight: 50 kg (10 LBS)
Fun Facts about Яyo
Hobbies: Remodeling bikes and touring
Favorite food: Jagariko, tirolean chocolate
Disliked food: Plum
One word: "Keep on supporting us please."
- Ryo composes a vast majority of the music for Girugamesh.
- Has an older brother.
- Swearing is one of his bad habits.
- His idol and the person he wishes to meet the most is Yoshiki.
Position in the band: Drummer
Born: September 20th, 1986
Horoscope: Virgo
Chinese zodiac: Tiger
Blood type: A
Height: 163 cm (5'3")
Weight: 50 kg (10 LBS)
Fun Facts about Яyo
Hobbies: Remodeling bikes and touring
Favorite food: Jagariko, tirolean chocolate
Disliked food: Plum
One word: "Keep on supporting us please."
- Ryo composes a vast majority of the music for Girugamesh.
- Has an older brother.
- Swearing is one of his bad habits.
- His idol and the person he wishes to meet the most is Yoshiki.
Former Members
- Cyrien – vocals (2003, now with Sel'm)
- Hotaru – guitar (2003-2004)
Discography
Albums
summer of 2007, Girugamesh released an EP entitled Reason of Crying, and in December released their eponymous album, Girugamesh. Main article: Girugamesh touring In 2008, in support of Girugamesh, the band toured in both Japan and Europe, under the tour title "Stupid Tour '08". The Japanese leg had Girugamesh performing throughout Japan, and later in January, the band toured Europe for the first time, visiting Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Finland. Following their European tour, Girugamesh continued the "Stupid Tour '08 in Japan". In March, Girugamesh returned to touring visiting venues all over Japan including Okinawa.
Following a performance at Wacken Open Air, a support tour for Girugamesh will occur, entitled "Shining Tour '08". The first performances will endure through July, visiting Osaka and Nagoya, with one finale performance in August at the Liquidroom in Tokyo. Concerts in July will feature second acts, including Gelugugu, Tr. Dan, Sel'm, Dogma, and Deathgaze, while the tour finale show will be a one-man performance, with only Girugamesh.
In July 2008, an English version of their website was activated; shortly after this, the band announced they would release their debut American album, with Girugamesh being sold exclusively through Hot Topic stores.
The band's third full-length album, titled Music, was released on November 5, 2008. After a lengthy Japan tour throughout the first quarter of 2009, the band made its second appearance in the United States, showcased at Sakura Con in Seattle, Washington. Not long after the end of "Crazy Tour 2009" they released the live DVD "Crazy Crazy Crazy" on June 3rd. Another release was announced to be out on July 10th but this time it was a single named "Alive" which they had been playing for the audiences during the end of their "Crazy Tour". Just a month later on August 5th the single "Border" came out along with "Crying Rain" on October 7th. On December 16th they released the fourth album with the name "NOW" and this will be the name of their tour in 2010.
The band will have a live titled NEW ALBUM RELEASE "PREMIUM ONEMAN SHOW 2010" on January 31 at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, and at the same time, the members tweeted in real time through musicJAPANplus before the live began. The live which was the first gig for the band in 2010, had been a great success and the setlist of that day included 17 songs for the main show, plus two encores, with two and three songs each.
On July 7th, Girugamesh released a new single titled "Color". Girugamesh has confirmed a new single release on October 6th. The title has not yet been released.
- 13's Reborn (September 27, 2006)
- Girugamesh (December 26, 2007)
- Music (November 5, 2008)
- NOW (December 16, 2009)
- Goku -Shohan Gata Enban- (May 25, 2005)
- Reason of Crying (July 18, 2007)
- "Jelato" (August 3, 2004, distributed single)
- "Midnight" (2004, distributed single)
- "Kaisen Sengen -Kikaku Gata Enban-" (August 15, 2004)
- "Mikongyaku" (August 24, 2004)
- "Kuukyo no Utsuwa -Kyosaku Gata Enban-" (December 25, 2004)
- "Kosaki Uta -Kaijou Gata Enban-" (February 8, 2005)
- "Senyuu Kyoutou Uta" (split CD with Marusa, April 20, 2005)
- "Kyozetsusareta Tsukue -Tandoku Gata Enban-" (June 17, 2005)
- "Fukai no Yami -Mayosake Gata Enban-" (September 14, 2005)
- "Honnou Kaihou -Kakusei Gata Enban-" (November 30, 2005)
- "Risei Kairan -Ranchou Gata Enban-" (November 30, 2005)
- "Rei -Zero- -Mukei Gata Enban-" (April 5, 2006)
- "Omae ni Sasageru Minikui Koe" (April 12, 2006)
- "Volcano" (DVD single, March 14, 2007)
- "Alive" (June 10, 2009)
- "Border" (August 5, 2009)
- "Crying Rain" (October 7, 2009)
- "Color" (July 7, 2010)
- "Dekiai -Shisaku Gata Enban-" (2003, first release with Satoshi)
- "Stupid -Kyoku Gata Enban-" (live distribution, 2007)
- "Crazy Crazy Crazy" June 3rd, 2009
summer of 2007, Girugamesh released an EP entitled Reason of Crying, and in December released their eponymous album, Girugamesh. Main article: Girugamesh touring In 2008, in support of Girugamesh, the band toured in both Japan and Europe, under the tour title "Stupid Tour '08". The Japanese leg had Girugamesh performing throughout Japan, and later in January, the band toured Europe for the first time, visiting Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Finland. Following their European tour, Girugamesh continued the "Stupid Tour '08 in Japan". In March, Girugamesh returned to touring visiting venues all over Japan including Okinawa.
Following a performance at Wacken Open Air, a support tour for Girugamesh will occur, entitled "Shining Tour '08". The first performances will endure through July, visiting Osaka and Nagoya, with one finale performance in August at the Liquidroom in Tokyo. Concerts in July will feature second acts, including Gelugugu, Tr. Dan, Sel'm, Dogma, and Deathgaze, while the tour finale show will be a one-man performance, with only Girugamesh.
In July 2008, an English version of their website was activated; shortly after this, the band announced they would release their debut American album, with Girugamesh being sold exclusively through Hot Topic stores.
The band's third full-length album, titled Music, was released on November 5, 2008. After a lengthy Japan tour throughout the first quarter of 2009, the band made its second appearance in the United States, showcased at Sakura Con in Seattle, Washington. Not long after the end of "Crazy Tour 2009" they released the live DVD "Crazy Crazy Crazy" on June 3rd. Another release was announced to be out on July 10th but this time it was a single named "Alive" which they had been playing for the audiences during the end of their "Crazy Tour". Just a month later on August 5th the single "Border" came out along with "Crying Rain" on October 7th. On December 16th they released the fourth album with the name "NOW" and this will be the name of their tour in 2010.
The band will have a live titled NEW ALBUM RELEASE "PREMIUM ONEMAN SHOW 2010" on January 31 at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, and at the same time, the members tweeted in real time through musicJAPANplus before the live began. The live which was the first gig for the band in 2010, had been a great success and the setlist of that day included 17 songs for the main show, plus two encores, with two and three songs each.
On July 7th, Girugamesh released a new single titled "Color". Girugamesh has confirmed a new single release on October 6th. The title has not yet been released.
Well there it is! Hope you got your fill all Girugamesh fans, and hope it informed and maybe got all of you who aren't fans into the band ^.^
