Legendary Group Kicks A Beloved Member Out, Shocking Heartbroken Fans

The remaining members released a “brutally honest” statement.
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After twenty-four years together, a legendary group has removed one of their original members.

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the GazettE is a Japanese visual kei rock band that debuted in 2002. Up until recently, the GazettE had four male members: vocalist Ruki, guitarists Uruha, drummer Kai, and guitarist Aoi. The group’s bassist, Reita, passed away on April 15, 2024, and their original drummer, Yune, left the GazettE in 2003.

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On March 10, the GazettE posted an official statement regarding Aoi on their social media accounts and website.

the Gazette’s members revealed that they “made the decision to remove guitarist Aoi” due to Aoi’s behavior causing serious problems for the group and their fans. The members stated that Aoi had stepped away from the GazettE activities, which interfered with the group’s scheduling and “undermined trust within the band.” Aoi also cut off communication with his members and refused to participate in live performances. the GazettE also mentioned that “important matters” related to their late member, Reita, had been handled in “deeply inappropriate” ways.

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The announcement has sent shockwaves through the GazettE’s fandom, with some fans pointed out how “candid” and “brutally honest” the GazettE’s statement is.

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