GaGaalinG
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Defunct | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Japan |
| Products | Gothic rock music |
GaGaalinG was a Japanese visual kei group specializing in gothic rock, active between 2005 and 2010.
History
The band was created in 2005 by vocalist MYM (previously known as MAIMING) following inspiration from a Rolling Stones concert. GaGaalinG rapidly gained recognition within the gothic rock genre.
Their fourth single, "Pierce," was released on February 6, 2008, shortly before their full album Royal Stranger came out on March 26. To promote the album, they embarked on a tour at MEGURO ROKUMEIKAN spanning from March 1 to April 13.
Later that year, on November 5, they launched the mini-album Alice.
GaGaalinG declared their breakup on March 2, 2010, with the separation taking effect on July 17, the date of their final concert.
The band briefly reunited for a special performance on October 17, 2015, celebrating Koyanagi "Cherry" Masanori's 30th anniversary in music.
Musical Style
GaGaalinG characterized their music as gothic loud rock, merging robust rock sounds with pop elements. Their compositions also featured influences drawn from Christianity.
Name
The band's name is inspired by Yuri Gagarin, the first astronaut to travel into space.
Members
- MYM – Lead Vocals (2005–2010)
- MOTO G-3 – Guitarist (2005–2010)
- Jun Takai – Bassist (2007–2010)
- Koyanagi "Cherry" Masanori – Drummer (2005–2010)
Discography
Albums
- ROYAL PUNX (2005)
- ROYAL BLOOD (2006)
- Royal Stranger (2008)
Mini Albums
- Haruyurara (2006)
- ALICE (2008)
Singles
- Ai no Chikara - born to be loved (2006)
- i-Scream Machine (2007)
- Pierce (2008)