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Saber Tiger was formed by guitarist
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In 2002, due to different musical ideas and goals, Shimoyama left the band to pursue his own ambitions in the heavy metal music scene. He formed the band
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were re-recorded compilations of the band's signature songs, with the new line-up and a heavier, more driven sound. They also released a live album named
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Takenori Shimoyama on vocals, Tomohiro Sanpei on bass and Yoshio Isoda on drums.
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