Japanese Band the GazettE Mourns the Loss of Bassist Reita

Japanese band the GazettE has announced the tragic passing of their bassist, Reita, on April 15th at the age of 42. The news has left fans and the music community in shock and mourning.

Memorial Service for Reita

The band’s announcement also mentioned that a small memorial service would be held in honor of Reita, with attendance restricted to close family members. The details of the service have not been disclosed to the public.

Cause of Death Unknown

The cause of Reita’s death has not been revealed by the band or their management. Speculations and rumors have been circulating, but the official statement remains silent on the matter.

A Eerie Parallel to Former Drummer Yune

This tragic news comes just a few years after the band’s former drummer, Yune, also passed away at the age of 42 due to a sudden illness. The GazettE has now faced the loss of two of their members at the same age, creating an eerie parallel in their history.

The GazettE’s Legacy

The GazettE is one of Japan’s most famous “visual kei” bands, known for their extravagant costumes and punk-inspired aesthetic. They made their debut in 2004 with “Disorder,” which reached number 19 on the Oricon Charts. Since then, they have released nine studio albums, all of which have reached the top 10.

Over the years, the band has performed at major Japanese stadiums such as the Budokan and Tokyo Dome. They also completed their first world tour in 2013, showcasing their music to international audiences. Some of their most popular hits include “Leech,” “Distress and Coma,” and “Shiver,” which served as the opening theme for the anime “Kuroshitsuji II.”

20th Anniversary and Latest Release

As the band celebrated their 20th anniversary, they released “Heterodoxy -Divided 3 Concepts-” on December 21, 2022. This album marked a milestone in their career and was eagerly awaited by fans around the world.

Despite the loss of Reita, the GazettE continues to be a symbol of resilience and creativity in the music industry. Their music and legacy will live on, inspiring new generations of artists and fans.

In Memory of Reita

As fans and the music community come together to mourn the loss of Reita, his memory will forever be cherished through the music he created and the impact he had on the GazettE and their fans. Rest in peace, Reita.

Japanese band the GazettE has announced that their bassist, Reita, had passed away on April 15th, aged 42-years.

The announcement further stated that a small memorial service would be held, restricted to close family members.

The cause of the musician’s death was not disclosed. 

The news arrives just after Reita’s last post on April 14th, which reads, “I hope the GazettE will last forever.”

Eerily, in 2022, the band’s former drummer, Yune, also passed away at 42 due to a sudden illness.

The GazettE remains one of Japan’s most famous “visual kei” bands, which refers to a particular aesthetic defined by extravagant costumes and fashion that has often been likened to “punk.”

The band made their debut with “Disorder” in 2004, reaching number 19 on the Oricon Charts. Since then, they’ve released nine studio albums, all hitting the top 10. 

They’ve performed at major Japanese stadiums like the Budokan and Tokyo Dome, and completed their first world tour in 2013. Their hits include “Leech,” “Distress and Coma,” and “Shiver,” the opening theme for “Kuroshitsuji II” anime. 

Celebrating their 20th anniversary, they released “Heterodoxy -Divided 3 Concepts-” on December 21, 2022.