Baroque (band)

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Baroque
Origin Flag of Japan Japan
Genre(s) Rock
Years active 2001–2004
Label(s) S'Cube
Firewall Div./SMEJ
Associated acts Kannivalism
Website www.pigmy.jp
Former members
Ryo
Akira
Kei
Bansaku
Naru
Yuji

Baroque (バロック?) was a Japanese visual kei rock band formed in 2001.[1] Originally signed to S'Cube, a sub-division of the independent record label Free-Will, the band later switched to the company's Firewall Division, with distribution handled by Sony Music Entertainment Japan. After releasing two albums, along with a greatest hits compilation, several singles and home video releases, Baroque disbanded in 2004. Vocalist Ryo and guitarist Kei have since reformed their previous band Kannivalism in 2006.[2]

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[edit] History

Baroque began with the members Ryo, Akira, Kei, Bansaku, and Naru. In Late 2001, Baroque released 2 demotapes. After releasing a mini-album and video tape, Naru left the band in March and was replaced by Yuji. [3][4] During this time, the band was called "Oshare Kei" or "Baroque kei" by media sources. [5]

In 2002, still as an independent band, Baroque released three singles and was able to play at NHK Hall.[3][1] After the singles were released, Yuji left the band due to problems with his brain/memory.[6]

Their first major single was Gakidou.[7] When Baroque went major in 2003, their sound shifted and included a drum machine; also their style shifted to casual clothing.[5] Their second major single "Ila" in particular had a trance/electronica sound.[1]

Shortly after their major label debut, the band's bassist announced he was resigning.[2] The band announced on September 11th that they would break up, but they continued activities through the rest of the year.[8][9][4] Their last concert was a sold out performance at Zepp Tokyo on December 25, 2004.[5][1]

[edit] Members

[edit] Final Line-up

  • Ryo (怜) – vocals
  • Akira (晃) – guitar
  • Kei (圭) – guitar
  • Bansaku (万作) – bass

[edit] Former Members

  • Yuji (祐二) - Drums
  • Naru (ナル) – drums

[edit] Discography

Albums
Mini-Albums
Compilation Albums
Singles
Video Releases


[edit] References

  1. ^ a b c d Baroque's Biography at CD Journal Retrieved Aug 27 2007
  2. ^ a b Cure magazine, Volume 30, March, released 2006.1.21 pg 38
  3. ^ a b Baroque's Page on Grass Thread
  4. ^ a b Baroque Profile & Bibiliography JAME Retrieved Aug 21 2007
  5. ^ a b c Baroque's page at Visunavi Retrieved Aug 20 2007
  6. ^ Asian Rave JAME news Retrieved Aug 20 2007
  7. ^ Personal Interview Part 1 Arena 27c Special - Vol 013 August 2003 pg 3 - 25
  8. ^ Official Website Announcement Retrieved April 2 2006
  9. ^ Members Comments on their Official Website Retrieved April 2 2006

[edit] External links

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