In remembrance of Atsushi Sakurai, these are the projects that others have started and you can participate too. More in the works and will be added below.
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Hisashi’s words got me crying now. “I thought the 5 of us would be in a band forever. I always knew it was “impossible”, that this day would come. I wanted to play guitar next to Acchan forever. But, continuing ✌️ everything is gonna be alright
At the October 19 show at Zepp Yokohama, Atsushi appeared unwell during the first song. By the second song, he was sitting and singing. By the third song, staff took him to the hospital. He died that night.
Let us not forget that every moment since 1997 has been a gift. Atsushi almost died at the end of 1996 from peritonitis. The Sexy Stream Liner album was a gift. Schwein was a gift. The Mortal was a gift. We got 27 years as a gift.
Glanced at my desk and saw these keys. Bought this keychain in 1989 (possibly 1990). The material has long lost its luster. The band’s material has not.
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Before Atsushi was the singer of Buck-Tick, he was their drummer. Araki was the original vocalist, now living in obscurity. Hisashi started coaching a replacement but Atsushi forced his way from drummer to vocalist. Then U-ta brought his brother Toll to be the drummer. 1985-2023
U-ta blogs in the mobile fan club site and says Atsushi went to heaven and he can't stop crying. Please pray for Atsushi's afterlife and watch over Buck-Tick.
My friend described the experience of walking through The Ceremony as so somber. No one was talking, just the sounds of tears and sobbing. She even cried at the reality of Atsushi being gone from this world hitting her. No photos allowed inside but she shared this.
Earlier waiting for the concert, I was thinking how I have to renew my Japanese passport soon. Then the men in their early 60s took the stage and I thought how lively Buck-Tick are for their ages as well. Then during a break I checked Twitter and my world is forever changed
I keep thinking of the loss, never got to do this or that, and I have to force my mind instead to think of what we gained! How rich our lives were because we lived during the same time as Atsushi and Buck-Tick’s music. How active they were. We have so many songs as memories.
My friend thinks the band will continue because we still have the genius Hisashi Imai. Whatever shape the rest of the band choose to form, I will be there in spirit if I cannot be there in person.
Dear Buck-Tick Fans, we are all grieving in our own ways. If listening together and tweeting helps, let’s do it. If meeting in person to celebrate the life and music will help, please coordinate something. There’s a lot of bad shit in this world so let’s come together positively.
3 venues scheduled for the tour will be selling merchandise and have a board to write messages for Atsushi. Fan club members can use their smartphone to get a present. Oct 26 Nagoya, 28 Fukuoka, and fan club only Nov 3 Osaka.
10/26愛知公演以降開催を予定してました
■ライブハウスツアー:BUCK-TICK TOUR 2023 異空-IZORA- ALTERNATIVE SUN
■ファンクラブ会員限定ライブ:FISH TANKer's ONLY 2023
につきまして、
公演を予定していた当日、会場にてオフィシャルグッズ販売ほか会場企画を行います。
I'm mad at myself for not going back to Okinawa to see Buck-Tick play there in 2018. I saw when they first played there in 1990. But I'm really glad I went back to see The Mortal and won this autograph. Maybe I should read some Baudelaire in Atsushi's honor.
Today is June 14. In 1989, Hisashi was sentenced to 6 months prison, 3 years suspended sentence for possession of LSD.
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FM Gunma will have a special broadcast on November 5 at 7pm-7:55pm to celebrate the life of Atsushi Sakurai. They are accepting messages and song requests.
The Ceremony for Atsushi Sakurai, to be held on December 8 & 9 at Zepp Haneda. Timed entries for 50min blocks. Ticket includes flowers and a memorial photos. No merch for sale. Do not bring flowers or gifts, etc. Please no photos/videos inside.
Today is November 2. In 1987, Buck-Tick performed Sexual XXXXX! on Audition (tv) and the song was then banned from the show.
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This was 2 hours ago in Japan but at midnight Space Shower TV changed their programming to Buck-Tick live and music videos in memorial to Atsushi Sakurai.
【今夜11/8(水)24:00~】
BUCK-TICK 櫻井敦司 追悼 LIVE & MUSIC VIDEO SPECIAL
スペースシャワーTVでは、BUCK-TICKのボーカル・櫻井敦司さんに追悼の意を表し、急遽番組を変更して、BUCK-TICKのライブ映像とミュージックビデオを特集して放送いたします。
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Almost 2 weeks since we heard the news so I feel like I can start letting out my jokes......
1. Despite the death of the lead singer, the next Buck-Tick album will still be released sooner than X Japan's next album.
2. Good news folks, Buck-Tick is reuniting with Araki
Today is December 4. In 1985, Buck-Tick played their first gig with Atsushi on vocals and Toll on drums when they performed at Beat For Beat For Beat Vol. 2 held at Shinjuku Jam.
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Laughter ✔️
Tears ✔️
Mistakes ✔️
Hisashi new hair ✔️
Toll custom text on back of jacket ✔️
All stringed instrument players walking to the front of the stage ✔️
Fans shouting Acchan ✔️
All members talking to audience ✔️
This week I had to say goodbye to my beloved dog. My mom would sew him clothes and I even walked him in a parade as a little samurai. He interrupted the B-T Listening Parties and I shared a video of him doing tricks in Japanese. Goodbye sweet sweet boy.
The Day in Question 2023 was cancelled. Instead, Buck-Tick Genshou will be held on December 29 at the Budokan! In 1989, I had to attend the December 29 come back gig. Now, I feel even more compelled to attend. There's no time to renew my passports. This is worth the risk!
Now I want to go back to Japan just to smack some sense into the cruel “fans” who were able to get a ticket to Atsushi’s memorial but are reselling it for up to 10x the price.
It pains me that it took his death for all these releases to happen but I hope there will be more and this is just the start. More than reprints and remasters, but digging into the archives and releasing truly special things for the fans.
I made my mega playlist of everything Buck-Tick has done, including guest appearances and side projects. I decided not to limit it to official releases only but also some bootlegs to truly listen to their metamorphosis.
Spoiler alert. Longer review. Don’t get mad if you didn’t scroll.
Published: Merch outside at 1pm, venue open 5:30, show 6:30pm.
3 places for merch.
1. Pre-order pickup at assigned time
2. Long line for on site purchase
3. CDs/videos plus fuck ton of the Atsushi mag/book
I don’t know what happens after death and what Atsushi is doing. I only know that even in death, there is pussy on his face. Finally allergy free (hopefully)
On August 5, Issay died suddenly from an accident. A funeral will be held for close family members. Do not send condolences, flowers, etc as they are not accepting them. Please respect their privacy in this time of grief.
Atsushi’s solo album was originally released on June 23, 2004. His side project The Mortal’s debut album was released on November 11, 2015. Both are being remastered and released on vinyl for the first time. Release date March 7, 2024.
At The Ceremony, select props and stage costumes were on display, including microphone, ear monitors, megaphone, stool, and even the clothes he wore on that fateful night and the autographed drumhead that was never thrown into the audience.
Slowly, my tears of loss and sadness will turn into tears of happiness and nostalgia..of how Atsushi Sakurai was one of the coolest motherfuckers I have ever known about.
Today is June 14. In 1989, Hisashi was sentenced to 6 months prison, 3 years suspended sentence for possession of LSD.
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#todayinbucktickhistory
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We all wondered what they would do. Hisashi sing? Guest singers? Play old footage? Creepy hologram?
They chose to reinforce B-T is the 5 members, no guests. Light from the stage like NYC twin towers indicating the loss.
Buck-Tick holds the Climax Together shows every 12 years. Started when Atsushi was 26. B-T has no plans to break up or retire at this time. If they hold another Climax Together in 2028 and 2040, Atsushi will be 62 and 74 respectively. Toll, the eldest in the band, will be 66/78.
Space Shower TV will air music video and live videos in memorial to Atsushi on November 8 late night at midnight to 2am so technically November 9 Japan time.
スペースシャワーTVでは、BUCK-TICKのボーカル・櫻井敦司さんに追悼の意を表し、急遽番組を変更して、BUCK-TICKのライブ映像とミュージックビデオを特集して放送いたします。
BUCK-TICK 櫻井敦司 追悼 LIVE & MUSIC VIDEO SPECIAL
11/8(水)24:00~26:00
To celebrate Atsushi’s birthday, on March 7 Wowow Live and On Demand will air Atsushi solo live show Explosion from 2004, The Mortal live video Immortal from 2015, and The Mortal music videos
Appreciate everyone interested in learning Japanese and taking the time to translate and edit videos because I’m a lazy sod and I know that shit takes time but the mistranslations that change what is being said bug me, especially when it’s everyday conversations