The Gazette

Posted by FingerManga on Senin, 07 Februari 2011 | 0 Comment

The Gazette (ガゼット Gazetto), stylized as the GazettE, is a Japanese visual kei rock band formed in early 2002, and currently signed to Sony Music Japan's VVV Records. the GazettE's musical style varies greatly, but it is generally considered to be a form of rock music while delving into the genres of heavy metal found in songs like "OGRE." They have also dabbled inalternative metal with the likes of "Taion" and "THE INVISIBLE WALL". Other songs like "SILLY GOD DISCO" and "SWALLOWTAIL ON THE DEATH VALLEY" feature a funk rock sound with the use of jazzy chords and upbeat choruses. Other works such as "LEECH" and "HYENA" feature hard rock sound. "Filth in the Beauty" features female R&B vocals and bass, Spanish-influenced acoustic guitar with techno beat, crunchy metal riffs, harmonized choruses and a headbanging riff right in the middle - all within the same song. The songs "Maggots", "DISCHARGE" and "HEADACHE MAN" dwell into heavier forms of music, in particular, metalcore. the GazettE also uses a wide range of synthesized sounds during their songs to achieve interesting effects as well as create new listening dynamics and atmospheres. the GazettE is also known for utilizing various tunings to achieve a wide variety of sounds and styles. The Gazette has also produced a number of ballads such as "Reila", "Cassis", "CALM ENVY", "Guren", and "PLEDGE".