KUROYUME

KUROYUME is one of the most influential bands in the history of visual kei. Taking components from other styles, they defined what has gone on to become the “typical” visual kei sound.

Their sound varies dramatically from release to release, with their earlier work being dark hard rock/heavy metal, the middle more pop-rock, and their later years leaning more towards punk. While they are constantly evolving, Kiyoharu’s powerful vocals and signature vibrato and Hitoki’s driving bass lines continue to separate them from the pack.

KUROYUME went on hiatus in 1999, but they returned in 2010 and have since released a plethora of new material.