There are several bands and artists that make up the Visual Kei Genre. Each band has a certain style to them and it has created one of the most diverse forms of rock and metal in the world. There are a lot of great songs that have come out of this genre and I'm sure there are more to come. Here are my top 5 Visual Kei songs.
5. Prey Shadow by Vistlip
In my opinion, this is one of Vistlip's most underrated songs. The vocals are spot on and there is great bass and drum work in this song. However, where I think this song shines most is in the guitar work. The melodic lead work of Yuh is awesome and he starts right out of the gate with it in the intro. He continues it in the chorus and then brings it to a high point in his guitar solo. He starts the solo with some great melodic playing and then ends it with some great taping. If you are a fan of good melodic guitar playing and some great taping. I highly recommend this song.
4. Risley Circus by Dadaroma
This has a cool eerie, yet heavy feel to it. The heavy guitar and drums gives this song a great metal vibe and then the vocal work and then the vocals come in and give it that eeriness. The two feels blend together well and give good spooky feel to it. My favorite part of this song is the drum work. The fast paste drumming in this song really hooks me when I listen to it at the beginning and then I can't turn the song off. If you are looking for a good Halloween song, look no further then this.
3. Genesis by Nocturnal Bloodlust
Nocturnal Bloodlust is in my opinion, one of the best visual kei bands out there and this is song is one of the best examples. The heavy vocals of Hiro, the amazing lead work of Cazqui, and the amazing drum work of Natsu makes this not just a great visual kei song, but a great metal song in general. The guitar solo in this song is an awesome shred fest with Caszqui displaying some of this best playing. Hiro displays both some great metal growling and melodic vocal work in this song and both blend together very well. If you are a metal guy, this is the song for you.
2. Stardust Crystal By Aiolin
Aiolin is a band that has mastered the combination of classical music and rock. The classical violin and piano in this song adds a nice soothing feel while at the same time giving us an amazing guitar solo by Hikarito. What is so interesting about this song is how the rock revolves around the classical music. Usually when rock bands include classical into their music, it is treated more as and addition rather then the center piece. However, with this band it feels like it is the other way around and it actually works. Out of all the new visual kei bands, I certainly think that Aiolin is one of the best.
1. Derangement by The Gazette
I was a fan of The Gazette before this song but this song is one of the songs that made them my favorite band. Sure there is auto tune in this song but it for effect and not to disguise a bad voice and Ruki does display some great vocal work when the auto tune is off. Kai's drum work is also very impressive, especially during the guitar solo. However, my favorite part of this song is the guitar work of Uruha and Aoi. The opening riff in this song is intense and I can't help but to head band to it every time I hear it. Uruha's melodic guitar solo is great and adds an eerie feel to what is other wise a very heavy song and it works great. In my opinion, one of The Gazette's best songs!
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