March 12, 2018

exist†trace launches Instagram and reveals new visual

Japanese rock band exist†trace launched their official Instagram account , revealing their new visual and stunning shots of each band member. https://www.instagram.com/existxtrace_19 The band also announced their new song “POWER OF ONE” will be available as a free gift to fans who attend their next one-man live concert “SOLID STAR” at Shibuya O-Crest on April 7th. “Even if the power of each person is small, when we all gather as ‘one’, it turns into a... Read More

January 11, 2018

exist†trace completes “19th Challenge” series with CLIMAX event

Photos by Meiko Kikuta Japanese rock band exist†trace packed all their favorite moments from “The 19th Challenge” concert series into the year’s final show at Ebisu club aim. The December 19th “CLIMAX” event featured a massive set list showcasing the different themes of the monthly one-man series which began in April. Band leader miko (guitar/vocals): “The 19th Challenge! After 9 months, we’ve finally finished! We set many challenges for ourselves as a band, and... Read More

May 26, 2017

exist†trace reveals “The story of existence” in second night of The 19th Challenge

All-female J-Rock band exist†trace performed the second night of their one-man concert series “The 19th Challenge” on May 19th at Ebisu’s club aim. The 20-song “A story of existence” recounted the musical journey of the pioneering visual kei rockers beginning with original fan-favorites like “Judea” and “liquid” moving through “Get Back” and “Sky” from their recent release ROYAL STRAIGHT MAGIC. The monthly events, which began last month with “chain... Read More

April 19, 2015

exist†trace releases live-show exclusive single “TWIN WINGS”

Japanese all-female rock band band exist†trace will release their new single “TWIN WINGS” as a live-show exclusive at their April 19 one-man show “Reasons for the Existence” at Shimokitazawa MOSAIC in Tokyo. exist†trace has performed “TWIN WINGS” at their concerts over the past few months, refining the song based on fan reactions. The song has become popular enough to earn a place in the band’s regular set list, with vocalist Jyou leading the audience to spread... Read More

July 23, 2014

exist†trace announces new album WORLD MAKER

Japanese all-female visual kei band exist†trace announced the title and release date of their new album WORLD MAKER at their July 19 one-man live show last weekend. The news comes over two years after the release of the their first full album, VIRGIN, and it will be the first album to showcase the band’s new twin-vocal approach developed with recent singles DIAMOND and Spiral Daisakusen. WORLD MAKER will be released September 24 in regular and special editions with 2 music... Read More

May 23, 2014

exist†trace featured on REVOLVER’s “All-Girl Japanese Metal Bands”

J-Rock band exist†trace is featured on REVOLVER magazine’s website as one of “Six All-Girl Japanese Metal Bands”, showcasing the group’s video for “RESONANCE”. http://www.revolvermag.com/news/five-all-girl-japanese-metal-bands.html exist†trace launched their international fan club ARCHANGEL DIAMOND this week, and their new single “Spiral Daisakusen” will be available worldwide on iTunes and Spotify at the end of May. exist†trace... Read More

May 17, 2014

exist†trace releases “Spiral Daisakusen” music video

All-female J-Rock band exist†trace released the music video for their single “Spiral Daisakusen” today, incorporating a variety of dark, abstract images and a touch of 80’s disco elements. The high-energy pop song was written to show the playful yet artistic side of the band. A statement from the band members said, “Doors inside our brains opened up, and various thoughts and possibilities flew out. We came up with a whirlpool-like image.” “Spiral Daisakusen”... Read More

April 22, 2014

Japanese girls rock band exist†trace released a video message on “Igu Day” April 19, announcing the official start date of their international fan club Archangel Diamond.

May 19 will be the first day of registration for fans worldwide to connect to exist†trace members through exclusive fan club goods and messages. Archangel Diamond links http://archangel-diamond.com https://www.facebook.com/ArchangelDiamond https://twitter.com/SwordOfAngels For the video comment, the band members wore their new stage outfits straight from a photo shoot for their new single “Spiral Daisakusen”, due for release on May 14. Fans can listen to previews... Read More

April 9, 2014

exist†trace reveals mind-bending jacket art and preview tracks for Spiral Daisakusen

Japanese girls rock band exist†trace revealed the jacket art and preview clips from their upcoming single release “Spiral Daisakusen” on the band’s official website today. http://www.exist-trace.com/release/11.html Fans can listen to previews from all 3 tracks on the new single due for release 5/14. 1. Spiral Daisakusen 2. Antique Doll 3. Yume ni Kiss wo Earlier this year, exist†trace announced the formation of Archangel Diamond, the official exist†trace... Read More

April 1, 2014

exist†trace announces new look and new single “Spiral Daisakusen” for May 14!

All-girl Japanese rock band exist†trace announced their new single “Spiral Daisakusen” today, along with striking new photographs of the band members. The three-track single, due May 14, 2014, is the band’s first release since last year’s “Diamond”. Album jacket and music video information will be revealed soon. exist†trace – “Spiral Daisakusen” Track Listing 1. Spiral Daisakusen 2. Antique Doll 3. Yume ni Kiss wo Earlier... Read More