Deviloof is a Japanese visual kei deathcore band formed in 2015.
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Osaka, Japan |
| Genres | Deathcore, metalcore, brutal death metal |
| Years active | 2015-present |
| Labels | 9th Records
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| Members | Keisuke Ray Daiki Kanta |
| Past members | Ryuya Seiya Hiroto Aisaku |
History
editDeviloof was formed on December 12, 2015, by vocalist Keisuke, bassist Daiki and drummer Hiroto[1] who were former members of another group called All Must Die.[2]
The band has a visual style sometimes described as "flashy and super aggressive", in which they call themselves "the most violent and extreme band in Visual Kei".[2]
In August 2016 the group participated in Wacken Open Air, the world's largest metal festival, and in "Metal Battle Japan" where they advanced to the final round.[3]
On October 2, 2016 guitarist Ryuya left the band[4] and eventually formed the band Dimlim in April 2017.[5]
The band went on a hiatus on April 30, 2017,[6] but made a comeback on September 16, 2017.[7]
On August 31, 2018, the band announced that guitarist Seiya and drummer Hiroto would be departing from the group, but the band said they would continue activities.[8] Eventually in 2018 Aisaku and Kanta would join the band.[9]
In December 2022, Deviloof announced that they were signing with a major label, Tokuma. Their first release in the label was the Damned EP released on April 19, 2023.[10] Speaking about the EP in a video, Keisuke said that the band was preparing a world tour for 2023.[11] In July it was announced that they will play three shows in Latin America in 2024: on May 25th in Mexico, on the 31st in Santiago and on June 2nd in Brazil.[12] It was announced on September 14, 2024, that Aisaku left the band on August 31st due to differences in direction regarding the band.[13]
Band Name
editThe name Deviloof comes from the phrase devil's proof. Vocalist Keisuke said in an interview that they created the word Deviloof and that means an omittance of the devil's proof. They chose this as it leads to the thought of a phenomenon where there is no proof that Satan showed to Christ. It leads to a very mysterious feel, something beyond what is easy to understand.[1]
Musical style and influences
editDeviloof's has been referred to as a deathcore band with elements of metalcore,[14] brutal death metal,[1] and grindcore. They have been called "the most brutal band in visual kei" due to their flashy and violent visuals, fast riffs, double-pedal drums, blast beats, and guttural vocals.[1]
Deviloof has strong influences from Japanese visual kei bands such as X Japan and Dir En Grey, vocalist Keisuke also cites Megadeth, and Elvis Presley as influences.[1] Some of the senior Japanese rock bands influenced Deviloof to embrace the visual kei look, and that for Keisuke, these influences come from his great respect for X Japan and Dir En Grey who is his words "We are Japanese and would like to follow them."[1]
Popularity
editDeviloof gained some international popularity after YouTuber Jared Dines mentioned them in a video titled "the greatest metal memes EVER 5" at 9:44 in the video.[15]
Members
editCurrent members
- Keisuke - vocals (2015–present)
- Ray - guitar (2017–present)
- Daiki - bass (2015–present)
- Kanta - drums (2018–present)
Former members
- Ryuya - guitar (2015-2016)
- Seiya - guitar (2015-2018)
- Hiroto - drums (2015-2018)
- Aisaku - guitar (2018–2024)
Discography
editAlbums
- Devil's Proof (2017)
- Oni (2019)
- Dystopia (2021)
Mini-albums
- Purge (2016)
- Damned (2023)
- Song For The Weak. (2024)
Singles
- "Ruin" (December 6, 2015)[2]
- "Ishtar" (April 1, 2016)
- "Flowering" (April 25, 2018)
- "Devil's Calling"/"Angel's Cry" (July 22, 2020)
- "Mob Rule" (March 24, 2021)
- "Newspeak" (April 23, 2021)
- "Everything is all lies" (October 20, 2023)
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f "Exclusive interview with Deviloof, visual kei's most brutal band". JRock News. 2 September 2016. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ a b c "New Band Deviloof Releases Their First Music Video 'Ruin'". JRock News. Retrieved July 4, 2023.
- ^ "Geki Rock Interview: The 1st mini album released by the band 'The Deadliest and Fastest' in the visual scene that incorporates slam death, bull death, death metal, etc.!". Geki Rock. August 6, 2016. p. 3. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "Deviloof's guitarist Ryuya will depart from the band following their first one-man live". JRock News. October 2, 2016. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "Former band members of Deviloof and D.I.D. create new band, Dimlim". JRock News. April 8, 2017. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "Deviloof announces a hiatus to commence recording". JRock News. April 30, 2017. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "Deviloof Return As 5-Member Band With Addition of 7-String Guitarist Ray!". JRock News. September 10, 2017. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "Deviloof loses 2 members but continues activities". JRock News. August 31, 2018. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "Deviloof welcomes new members to their line-up!". JRock News. December 9, 2018. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ NBT (2022-12-17). "DEVILOOF major debuts with EP "DAMNED", fulfills long-time dream". JROCK NEWS. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ^ NBT (2023-05-06). "DEVILOOF teases overseas tour for next year". JROCK NEWS. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ^ NBT (2023-07-02). "DEVILOOF embarks Latin America tour in 2024". JROCK NEWS. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ^ "大切なお知らせ". DEVILOOFオフィシャルウェブサイト (in Japanese). Retrieved 2024-09-15.
- ^ "Deviloof". Metal Music Archives. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
- ^ "the greatest metal memes EVER 5". YouTube. March 19, 2019. Retrieved July 17, 2023.