You are invited to participate in a research study conducted as part of my MA in Arts Management at Lancaster University. This study aims to explore the phenomenon of idolisation in Japanese visual rock bands and compare it with the operation of traditional European and American rock bands. Your participation is voluntary, and you may withdraw at any stage without providing a reason. Your responses will be kept confidential and used solely for academic purposes. The data collected will be anonymized and stored securely. By participating in this study, you agree to these terms and provide your consent to use your responses in the research. 

What if I have a question or concern?
If you have any queries or if you are unhappy with anything that happens concerning your participation in the study, please contact the researcher Varg Wu email: 18055411222wjx@gmail.com, : house 18 Postgraduate college Bailrigg,Lancaster university, Lancaster, UK, LA1 4YW. 

If you have any concerns or complaints that you wish to discuss with a person who is not directly involved in the research, you can also contact Dr Naomi Jacobs email: naomi.jacobs@lancaster.ac.uk, LICA Building, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK, LA1 4YD.

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