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On July 4th, GACKT has released a remix album 『GACKTRACKS-ULTRA DJ ReMIX-』 that features world renowned DJS like ☆Taku Takahashi, TeddyLoid and DJ KOO. On July 3rd, these prominent DJs/Remixers and GACKT came together in the all-night Release Party held at Shangri-la Tokyo.
In the 5 star hotel’s luxurious 27th floor, DJs played non-stop until dawn and at this same event, a talk show with GACKT, DJ KOO and ☆Taku Takahashi was held before that. GACKT and DJ KOO who have only been cordial with each other until now have suddenly appeared to grow close, with DJ KOO even saying 「Recently, y’know, （GACKT has been）messing with me~」.
About the work that was produced with this sense of distance and the experiences in the production, GACKT said 「Heading in the direction of the “LAST VISUALIVE”, while talking about wanting to get people excited, the topic of this album popped up but, because my voice isn’t suited for remixes, I initially rejected it. But people got interested, and when I brought it up, really famous people quickly contacted me saying they were interested in participating, by the time I realised a really great end-product was produced, and it’s become a favourite album for me too」.
Furthermore, he added 「This time, I didn’t give a single order or say “it’s better to do it this way”. That way, each and everyone of the DJ’s colours can be fully expressed. Also, when I heard the finished product, I felt… top DJs are a class of their own. Honestly, because I’ve underestimated DJs, I would like to take this opportunity to apologise」 as he expressed his respect for the DJs’ technical excellence.
On the other hand, from the collaborators team, ☆Taku Takahashi said 「The times when GACKT-san takes a breath is unique, so his characteristics are strong, down to breathing」, DJ KOO too, praised him saying 「Until now I’ve been in music for tens of years but, GACKT’s song arrangements too are perfect」. As a vocalist, GACKT, who has been creating works where he is particular about every detail, had a smile on his face as he said 「I’m happy that they understood that for me. I can tell that they have created these works with love too」.
At the end of the talk show, they had a toast with champagne to celebrate the release of 『GACKTRACKS-ULTRA DJ ReMIX-』. DJ KOO said jokingly to GACKT, who is known as the unbeated “First-Class Entertainer” in Geinoujin Kakudzuke Check 「Is this the best champagne around? Or, is this one sold in regular shops?」, showing their playful side.
Also, at the venue, speakers from “FUNKTION-ONE”, a global top brand, was used. These have been used in festivals and concert tours by numerous famous artistes like Pink Floyd, Underworld, the Chemical Brothers, and more. Even here, it is a grand event which displays GACKT’s particularities and spirit of entertainment.
Note that the next day after this event, on the 4th, at Shangri-La Tokyo, 『GACKT’s 42nd BIRTHDAY PARTY』 will be held. As Excite Music will be reporting this event in detail in the coming days, we hope that you look forward to it.
Release Informations
Remix Album
『GACKTRACKS -ULTRA DJ ReMIX-』
2015.07.01リリース
【GACKT STORE Limited Edition】CD＋DVD
GLCD-00012/B / ￥5,800（no tax）
※LP size special edition
※Lyrics in booklet
【Normal Edition】CD
GLCD-00013 / ￥2,800（no tax）
［Tracklist］
1.ANOTHER WORLD（☆Taku Takahashi ReMIX）
2.JESUS（TeddyLoid ReMIX）
3.キミのためにできること（TJO & YOSUKE from BLU-SWING Re-MIX）
4.REDEMPTION（STUDIO APARTMENT ReMIX）
5.CUBE（DanceFloorExperience MiX / MARC PANTHER）
6.WHITE LOVERS -幸せなトキ-（DAICHI YOKOTA ReMIX）
7.LU:NA（DJ OMKT ReMIX）
8.OASIS（MITOMI TOKOTO ReMIX）
9.CLAYMORE（ULTRA DJ ReMIX / DJ KOO）
10.小悪魔へヴン（FPM EURODISCO MIX）
11.SECRET GARDEN（Jazztronik ReMIX）
12.キミに逢いたくて（Jazzin’park D&B ReMIX）
13.暁月夜 -DAY BREAKERS-（el poco maro ReMIX）
14.忘れないから（ROCKETMAN ReMIX）
＜DVD＞ ※GACKT STORE限定盤のみ収録
GACKTRACKS MEGA MIX Music Clip
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Translation: GACKT ITALIA Team
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