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X Japan Win Most Devoted Fans in the 2012 Loudwire Music Awards

Herfitz PR The Most Devoted Fans category took in hundreds of thousands of votes in the 2012 Loudwire Music Awards, making it one of the most categories. With 10 bands famous for their rabid fans in the competition, worldwide voting pointed to one dominant act during the entire voting process, and that band was X Japan . Placed against monster acts such as Avenged Sevenfold and Metallica, X Japan drummer and fearless leader Yoshiki rallied the band’s unparalleled fans to claim a massive win. In the end, X Japan claimed over 43 percent of the total votes; more than Metallica, Slipknot, Iron Maiden, Black Veil Brides, Suicide Silence, Falling in Reverse, Tool and Avenged Sevenfold combined . Congratulations to X Japan and their legions of followers for earning the title of Most Devoted Fans. See the full voting results below and click on the red button for the next winner: [button href=”http://loudwire.com/three-days-grace-rock-song-of-the-year-2012-loudwire-music-awards/” title=”Next Winner: Rock Song of the Year” align=”center”] Voting Results: Sorry, you need to have javascript running to see this poll.

Steel Panther Win Live Act of the Year in the 2012 Loudwire Music Awards

Universal Live Act of the Year proved to not only be one of the most popular categories of the 2012 Loudwire Music Awards, but also the most surprising in terms of the final result. With monster acts such as Metallica and Slipknot breathing down their necks, comedic heavy metal act Steel Panther have captured the crown of Live Act of the Year. Anyone who has seen Steel Panther live understands not only how hilarious and raunchy the show is, but also the technical prowess of each member. Steel Panther’s live performance is tighter than their spandex pants, and bringing female fans who will flash their boobies onstage doesn’t hurt either. A huge congratulations is due for the saviors of heavy metal, Steel Panther. The band is constantly touring, so if they happen to stop at your town, do yourself a favor and take in 2012′s Live Act of the Year. See the full voting results below and click the red button for the next winner: [button href=”http://loudwire.com/x-japan-most-devoted-fans-2012-loudwire-music-awards/” title=”Next Winner: Most Devoted Fans” align=”center”] Voting Results: Sorry, you need to have javascript running to see this poll.

Dir En Grey Release New Single ‘Rinkaku’

Liz Ramanand, Loudwire Japanese metallers  Dir En Grey released their latest album ‘Dum Spiro Spero’ in 2011, but vocalist Kyo had throat problems that caused them to cancel a U.S. tour supporting that album earlier this year. However, he has recovered and the band has issued a new single called ‘Rinkaku’ (listen below). The single will be officially released on Wednesday (Dec. 19). It will include ‘Rinkaku,’ a new version of ‘Kiri to Mayu’ (originally released on their 1997 debut EP ‘Missa’) and a remix of ‘Rinkaku’ by Akira Yamaoka, known for his sound design work on the horror game series ‘Silent Hill.’ A couple of other versions will also be available. The limited edition will feature a bonus DVD featuring scenes from the recording of ‘Rinkaku’. There’s also a limited order-only deluxe version that includes the single along with a DVD that has an entire concert that was recorded in November of 2011 in Tokyo along with the behind the scenes footage from the ‘Rinkaku’ recording. In a description on the band’s website, the song is described as a departure for the band in terms of its sound. It reads as follows: “The track is unlike anything you have heard before, almost overturning the band’s musical concept on a new scale, coming in with a range full of depth with Kyo’s vocals that evoke classical elements in this beautiful and intricate melodic track which builds up dramatically with the intertwining guitars and bass.” Dir En Grey are known for their loyal fan base, and have been nominated in the Most Devoted Fans category in the 2012 Loudwire Music Awards . Listen to Dir En Grey – ‘Rinkaku’