the GazettE remove guitarist Aoi as both sides issue conflicting statements

the GazettE guitarist Aoi departs amid unclear circumstances

The visual kei band the GazettE has long been a favorite among fans in Japan and overseas, maintaining a strong lineup for two decades. Aside from a change of drummer Yune a year after the band’s formation (who sadly passed away in 2022) and the sad passing of bassist Reita two years ago, the group […] The post the GazettE guitarist Aoi departs amid unclear circumstances appeared first on JROCK NEWS.

the GazettE remove guitarist Aoi as both sides issue conflicting statements

the GazettE have announced the removal of guitarist Aoi, prompting a series of public statements from both the band and the longtime member on March 10th, the group’s 24th anniversary. In a notice published on the band’s official website, the GazettE said Aoi had been removed from the group and that they would continue activities without him. The statement said the situation began when Aoi “unilaterally stepped away from band activities” and int…