By the late ’90s, X Japan imploded when lead singer Toshi, a childhood friend of Yoshiki’s, left for a cult and guitarist hide committed suicide. X Japan, pictured during their ’80s heyday ...

Yoshiki, 59, the iconic member of rock band X Japan, was honored for his ability “not just to play music but to channel emotion through every note.” Nara, 65, is known for his distinctive ...