Cataplexy

**Cataplexy** is a Japanese visual kei band that emerged in 2019, blending metalcore intensity with melodic hooks and theatrical flair. Known for their dynamic sound and striking aesthetics, the group features Shou (vocals), Towa (guitar), Riku (bass), and Hizumi (drums). Their recent releases, including *Split* (2023) and *devangelight* (2022), showcase their signature mix of guttural screams, intricate guitar work, and anthemic choruses, while tracks like *...Lunar Eclipse, Chaos to the Ruin...* lean into their love for chaotic, genre-blurring experimentation. Though rooted in Japan’s underground scene, Cataplexy has steadily built a global fanbase through digital platforms, winning over listeners with their raw energy and commitment to visual kei’s dramatic live-performance traditions.

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