The last couple of years have been great for reunion tours and shows for many great bands, including Van Halen, The Police and Rage Against The Machine just to name a few. But what is, to me anyways, a shotload more interesting is the fact that the legendary Japanese progressive metal band X Japan is reuniting for some shows for the first time in over 10 years. But to really understand the amount of praise they deserve, I should give you a little background...
Basically, in around the year 1997, X Japan was at the top of their game. They had released an album with a countless number of chart-toppers, and had showed true versatility with their tremendous live act. Well, anyways, for a variety of reasons, the band broke up. This disheartened fans, however there was still hope for a tour that it seemed was in the works between 2 of the members. This hope, however, was shot down after one of these two members, one of the lead guitarists Hide, apparently comitted suicide. There is much speculation into whether it was suicide or not, but the end result was still the same.
This devasted both the band and fans alike, six of which attempted suicide (only 3 succeeded). This is what drove the band into their dormant, secluded state, where they have remained for all this time.
However, after 10 years, the band has almost suddenly risen from the ashes. They recorded the single "I.V." for the film "Saw IV," and have announced a few tours in Japan, which may turn into a full-blown world tour.
Many fans, including myself, are anticipating the concert dates without hesitance, and it seems as though the band might release some new material.
All in all, this news kicks some serious ass, and I hope to god I can somehow go to Japan just to even breathe in the event.
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