OK, I’ll admit it, I’m not much of a fan, but I know people who love these guys to death and beyond. Besides, I’m not one to disparage anybody’s musical tastes, so here you go. Plus, some big press release news for you below the jump! Amusingly enough, I have the chance to send some interview questions to the band, but I can’t think of anything to offer other than big congratulations on being around for so long.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

L’ARC-EN-CIEL MAKE NEW YORK CITY DEBUT WITH HEADLINING SHOW AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN

BAND MAKES HISTORY BEING THE FIRST JAPANESE ARTIST TO HEADLINE THE LEGENDARY VENUE

“The biggest band you’ve never heard of.” – Kerrang!
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L’Arc-en-Ciel, one of Japan’s most celebrated rock bands, will make their
long overdue U.S. return on March 25th with a performance at New York’s
legendary Madison Square Garden. Originally scheduled for March 23rd at The
Theater at Madison Square Garden, the show has been moved to the world
famous arena due to the overwhelming demand of fans. This will mark the
first time a Japanese band headlines MSG. Tickets will go on sale this
Saturday, January 28th. Visit www.larc-en-ciel.com for details.

In support of their 20th Anniversary, L’Arc-en-Ciel will bring their epic
pop rock – a sound that has sold over 40 million records, scored the band
back to back #1 albums and broken numerous concert records ­ to their most
passionate US supporters for only the second time in 20 years, creating an
authentic J Rock pilgrimage for fans of the genre hungry to see the real
thing.

Check out this live performance of “HONEY,” one of the band’s most popular
songs: http://vimeo.com/34135893

Formed in 1991 in Osaka, Japan, L’Arc-en-Ciel has mesmerized crowds since
the very beginning. No matter the year, with their unique melodies and edgy
sounds, the band, responding to the zeitgeist, has had a hit song to match
the times. Like all great musicians, the band’s music has evolved over the
years and has had a lasting influence. From their early work to their most
recent offerings, which ranges from Goth rock to jangly guitar pop
reminiscent of The Cure’s lighter moments and U2-esque stadium anthems,
L’Arc-en-Ciel has continually captured audiences worldwide.

In 2004 the band made their first and only performance in the USA
(Baltimore) to an audience of 10,000 people; and has since performed in
China (Shanghai and Hong Kong), Korea (Seoul), Taiwan (Taipei), and France
(Paris), playing to millions of fans and proving that L’Arc~en~Ciel’s sound
extends across borders.

Returning in May 2011 from a three-year hiatus, the band came together for
two sell-out shows in aid of Japanese Tsunami relief at Tokyo’s Ajinomoto
Stadium. The performances in front of 100,000 fans reestablished the band’s
position at the center of the Japanese Music scene.

L’Arc~en~Ciel will embark on their “L’Arc~en~Ciel WORLD TOUR 2012” this
March visiting Hong Kong, Bangkok, Shanghai, Taipei, New York, London, and
Paris, before concluding back in Japan. Tour dates below.

L’Arc-en-Ciel recently released a spectacular box set called “TWENITY” which
runs the full gamut of their music. Visit www.larc-en-ciel.com
<http://www.larc-en-ciel.com> for more details.

L’Arc-en-Ciel will release a new album “BUTTERFLY” on February 8, 2012 via
iTunes. Stay tuned for more information!

www.larc-en-ciel.com <http://www.larc-en-ciel.com>
www.facebook.com/pages/LArc-en-Ciel
<http://www.facebook.com/pages/LArc-en-Ciel> /139185632806476
https://twitter.com/LArc_official
www.myspace.com/larcenciel <http://www.myspace.com/larcenciel>

L’Arc-en-Ciel WORLD TOUR 2012 dates:

March 3rd             Asia World Expo Arena               Hong Kong, China
March 7th             Impact Arena                               Bangkok, Thailand
March 10th           Mercedes-Benz Arena                Shanghai, China
March 17th           TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall  Taipei, Taiwan
March 25th           Madison Square Garden              New York, New York
April 11th               indigO2                                         London, UK
April 14th              Le Zenith                                       Paris, France
May 5th                 Jamsil Gymnasium                       Seoul, Korea
May 12th               Nissan Stadium                             Yokohama, Japan
May 13th               Nissan Stadium                             Yokohama, Japan
May 19th               Universal Studios Japan Open Air Special Stage     Osaka, Japan
May 20th               Universal Studios Japan Open Air Special Stage     Osaka, Japan