X-Japan

About

X-Japan is a Japanese rock band formed in 1982 by Yoshiki Hayashi and Toshimitsu Deyama. The band is widely credited as one of the pioneers of the visual kei movement, and their influence on the Japanese music scene has been immense. X-Japan has released five studio albums, two live albums, and twenty-four singles. Their music is a mix of hard rock, heavy metal, and classical music, and their lyrics often focus on themes of love, death, and loneliness. X-Japan has had a successful career, selling over 30 million records worldwide and performing sold-out shows in Japan, Europe, and the United States. They have also been featured in several films and television shows, and have been nominated for several awards. X-Japan is one of the most influential and successful Japanese rock bands of all time.