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Dir En Grey Release Short Teaser For “Unraveling”

Japanese prog-metal band Dir En Grey have released a 15-second teaser for “Unraveling”, which comes off their upcoming EP The Unraveling (out April 3rd). This 7-track release comes four months after the release of the band’s new single “Rinkaku”. Head on below for the teaser as well as the eerie, unsettling video for “Rinkaku” READ MORE

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Dir En Grey Reveal Artwork For ‘The Unraveling’

Japanese prog metal band Dir En Grey have unveiled the album artwork for their upcoming mini album The Unraveling. The artwork was done by artist/sculptor Yasuyuki Nishio and, according to the a post on the band’s Facebook, “…is the result of the fusion between Dir En Grey’s expressions to this day with Yasuyuki Nishio’s perspective of the world, bringing forth yet another release that exhibits an overwhelming sense of existence.” More information on this release can be found here. The album artwork can be seen below.

Dir En Grey also recently released a new single entitled “Rinkaku”. You can download it on iTunes. READ MORE

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Dir En Grey Stream New Single “Rinkaku” In Disturbing Music Video

Japanese prog metal band Dir En Grey has released an incredibly odd yet visually arresting video for their new single “Rinkaku”. The video is made up entirely of black and white drawings that are placed close enough to create a semblance of movement. However, it’s still very disjointed. Oh, and did I mention that it’s also incredibly twisted? Five faces melt out of paintings and flood a room with their flesh. A bird watches in terror as its body lays there in a state of decomposition. And more. Basically, it’s a great way to start off your Monday if you want to feel a bit odd and out of place.

As for the song, it’s immediately identifiable as Dir En Grey. Something about their guitar tone and atmosphere are just so unique. And if that wasn’t enough, Kyo’s voice cinches the deal. Check it out below. READ MORE

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Dir En Grey Release 60-Second Teaser For “Rinkaku”

Japanese progressive metal band Dir En Grey has released a 60-second teaser for their upcoming new track “Rinkaku”. The song will be made available on Dec. 19th, 2012. You can check out the teaser below.

Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka will be doing a remix of “Rinkaku” that will be included on the single. “The new single from DIR EN GREY will be released with two tracks which will include a new rendition of “Kiri to Mayu” previously released on the album ‘MISSA’ (25.07.1997) and a remix of “RINKAKU” by famed sound designer of horror game series ‘Silent Hill,’ Akira Yamaoka. Once again Tue Madsen came on as the Mix Engineer for this release after lending his unrivaled expertise on ‘DUM SPIRO SPERO.’

Check out Kyo’s Top 10 Horror Movies here as well as our interview with guitarists Kaoru and Die. You can also check out my review of their last album Dum Spiro Spero here. READ MORE

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Dir En Grey Release Short Teaser For Upcoming New Song “Rinkaku”

Japanese progressive metal band Dir En Grey have largely been quiet after touring their last album Dum Spiro Spero (review). Now, the band will be releasing a new single entitled “Rinkaku” on Dec. 19th, 2012. A short teaser for the song can be heard below.

The more and more I listen to Dir En Grey, the more and more I love them. I’m really excited to see what comes from them. READ MORE

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Akira Yamaoka Does Remix For New Dir En Grey Track

Japanese prog metal band Dir En Grey have announced that Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka has done a remix of their upcoming brand new single “Rinkaku”, which will come out Dec. 19th. The single is the first new material from the band since 2011′s Dum Spiro Spero (review).

Straight off the band’s official website: The track is unlike anything you have heard before, almost overturning the band’s musical concept on a new scale, coming in with a range full of depth with Kyo’s vocals that evoke classical elements in this beautiful and intricate melodic track which builds up dramatically with the intertwining guitars and bass.

The new single from DIR EN GREY will be released with two tracks which will include a new rendition of “Kiri to Mayu” previously released on the album ‘MISSA’ (25.07.1997) and a remix of “RINKAKU” by famed sound designer of horror game series ‘Silent Hill,’ Akira Yamaoka. Once again Tue Madsen came on as the Mix Engineer for this release after lending his unrivaled expertise on ‘DUM SPIRO SPERO.’

I loved Dum Spiro Spero, so I’ll be thrilled to check out this song AND the remix. How about you? You ready for this kind of epic creepiness? READ MORE

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Dir En Grey To Release New Single This Winter

Japanese prog-metal group Dir En Grey have announced via their official Facebook that a new single entitled “Rinkaku” will be released this winter. The band will also be performing at the Tokyo International Forum Hall A on Christmas Day, Dec. 25th. There is no word if this is the beginning of a bigger tour or if it is just a one-off show. A video released by the band can be seen below.

The band’s latest album is Dum Spiro Spero (review). READ MORE

Dir En Grey Release Live Video For ‘Different Sense’

Japanese metal band Dir En Grey have released a video for Different Sense, which comes off the upcoming Dum Spiro Spero album (review here). Check it out after the jump to catch a glimpse at what their live show is like. Also, make sure to check out Kyo’s Top 10 list and our interview with guitarists Kaoru and Die. 

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Exclusive Interview: Kaoru And Die Of Dir En Grey

I’m beyond excited to have had a chance to talk with Kaoru and Die, the guitarists of Japanese metal band Dir en grey, about the upcoming album, Dum Spiro Spero, how the March tsunami affected them, and their take on horror and its influence on the band. By now you probably realize that I’m a huge fan and I’m really thrilled that I’m able to bring you this exclusive interview. Don’t forget to check out singer Kyo’s Top 10 Horror Movie list and my review of Dum Spiro Spero.

 Exclusive Interview: Kaoru And Die Of Dir En Grey

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Album Review: Dir En Grey ‘Dum Spiro Spero’

With their eighth studio album, Dum Spiro Spero, Dir en grey are preparing to hit the music world like never before. Word is that there will be a massive American blitz to introduce those who were unlucky enough to never have heard of these guys before to the aural insanity that Dir en grey puts forth. Having seen these guys at the Family Values tour in 2006, I can safely say that they put on one of the most intense shows I’ve ever seen. But has that insanity held and intensity held strong through the years and made it onto Dum Spiro Spero? Find out after the jump!
 Album Review: Dir En Grey Dum Spiro Spero

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NSFW: New Dir En Grey Video Features Tentacle Porn. A Lot Of It.

Japanese rockers Dir en grey are gearing up for the release of their upcoming album, Dum Spero Spero, and have released a new video for the track Different Sense. Warning: this video is DEFINITELY NSFW as it features a ton of anime tentacle porn (albeit censored, but still…) and grotesque imagery that Dir en grey is known for (remember Obscure?). Since you can’t check out the video until you get home, why not check out Kyo’s Top 10 list to see some of his favorite horror movies?

 NSFW: New Dir En Grey Video Features Tentacle Porn. A Lot Of It.

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Exclusive Top 10: Kyo of Dir En Grey Picks His Favorites

Bloody-Disgusting has scored an exclusive Top 10 Horror Movie list from Kyo, the singer of Japanese metal band Dir en grey! The guys are set to release their new album, Dum Spiro Spero (information here), so make sure to pre-order your copy! Meanwhile, check out Kyo’s list after the jump.

 Exclusive Top 10: Kyo of Dir En Grey Picks His Favorites

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Dir En Grey To Release ‘Dum Spiro Spero’

Japanese metal band Dir En Grey will be releasing their 8th studio album, Dum Spiro Spero, on August 3rd. You can check out the artwork below and after the jump is a music video for Lotus, the track listing, and pre-order options.

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