Madeth Gray'll
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Defunct | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Japan |
| Products | Music albums, singles, EPs |
Madeth Gray'll (also presented as Madeth gray'll) was a Japanese visual kei rock ensemble active between 1997 and 2001, recognized for its significant role in the foundation of the Matina label.
History
The group was established in 1997, originally comprising vocalist Kei (who later took the name Hisui), bassist Yukina, and guitarists Shizuru and Hizumi. The band did not have a permanent drummer until 1998. During late 1997, they independently released four demo tapes.
At the beginning of 1998, vocalist Kei changed his stage name to Hisui. Subsequently, the band produced four additional demos in March and April, with one of these being reissued in June. On May 7, 1998, guitarist Hizumi tragically passed away in a car accident while traveling to attend the funeral of Hide from X Japan. Following this event, Tsubaki joined as their drummer. In August of that year, they reissued "Hakuchu Yume no Sangeki" and debuted a music video for the track "Parasite". Their debut CD single, "Juujika no Ketsumatsu...", was released on August 10. Later in 1998, both Shizuru and Tsubaki left the band, leaving Hisui and Yukina as the remaining members.
In 1999, Madeth Gray'll secured a contract with Matina, which was founded by Kisaki, and appeared on its inaugural compilation titled New Age Culture. The band expanded their lineup by adding guitarist Izumi and released two singles: "Juujika no Ketsumatsu ~Daini no Higeki~" on June 30 and "Mother Complex" in August. Guitarist Ukyou joined but departed early in 2000; Airi subsequently joined as a support guitarist. October 1999 saw the addition of drummer Reika.
Their first full album, Lucifer ~Makyou ni Utsuru Norowareta Zaijintachi to Seimei no Shuuen~, was launched in March 2000, achieving commercial success and being reissued on two occasions. After bassist Yukina left the band, the remaining members decided to disband rather than continue without him. The dissolution was announced on November 28, 2000; the following day they released the EP Boukai no Mato ~Entith de Marge~, with Airi officially becoming a member. Madeth Gray'll concluded their activities with a final live performance on January 29, 2001, followed by the release of a memorial album. After disbanding, Reika went on to form Doremidan, while Airi created Crack Brain and Schwardix Marvally alongside Hizaki.
Legacy
According to Kisaki, Madeth Gray'll played a crucial role in elevating the prominence of the Matina label. Their track "Lucifer" was later covered in 2009 by Airi’s band Schwardix Marvally.
Final lineup
- – vocals (1997–2001)
- – bass (1997–2001)
- – drums (1999–2001)
- – guitars (2000–2001)
Previous members
- – guitars (1997–1998)
- – guitars (1997–1999)
- – drums (1998–1999)
- – guitars (1999–2001)
- – guitars (1999–2000)
Timeline
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Discography
- Studio Albums and Extended Plays
- Lucifer ~Makyou ni Utsuru Norowareta Zaijintachi to Seimei no Shuuen~ (2000)
- Boukai no Mato ~Entith de Marge~ (2000)
- Singles
- "Juujika no Ketsumatsu..." (1998)
- "Juujika no Ketsumatsu ~Daini no Higeki~" (1999)
- "Mother Complex" (1999)
- Compilation Albums
- Madeth Gray'll ~Higeki no Shuumaku (2001)