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MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN has revealed the full list of nominees for the categories set to be awarded at the Grand Ceremony taking place on Saturday, June 13, at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. This year marks its second installment of the country’s largest music awards ceremony, aiming to spotlight Japanese music on a global stage. The awards […] The post Ado, LiSA, Kenshi Yonezu, Fujii Kaze among MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 nominees appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/nxEJO6e via IFTTT

After announcing the formation of Fatüm back in April, the stunning visuals of their debut music video Canary were revealed on May 1. This finally demonstrated Fatüm’s vision to the world. Canary transports you to another world through beautiful nature scenes and exquisite gothic imagery. As the track evolves in intensity, so does the video. […] The post Fatüm’s debut music video “Canary” showcases extravagant visuals appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/p5n4ir3 via IFTTT

On a chilly, drizzling Friday evening in San Francisco, a sold-out crowd wrapped around August Hall, eager for HANABIE.’s return. The show marked the penultimate stop of the band’s latest U.S. tour, an ambitious run nearly twice as long as their 2024 visit. The anticipation felt earned. Support came from Spokane, Washington’s Enterprise Earth and […] The post Report: HANABIE. ignites frenzy across San Francisco Bay Area appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/tq5miM6 via IFTTT

Madmans Espirit is rapidly becoming a fan favorite in the visual kei scene. Initially a solo project of vocalist Kyuho, Madmans Esprit has evolved monumentally with guitarists Juho and Somyul, bassist Geon, and drummer Limu officially being recognized as part of the band. With every new release, the Madmans Esprit explores new horizons. The latest […] The post Interview: Madmans Esprit delves into inspirations behind album “Dandelion; Danjeol” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/9etbiTx via IFTTT

DIR EN GREY returned on April 8 with MORTAL DOWNER, the band’s 12th studio album and first in nearly four years since PHALARIS. As the band approaches its 30th anniversary in 2027, the release arrives with a quiet sense of weight and intent. MORTAL DOWNER does not follow expectations set by its predecessors, instead dragging […] The post Review: DIR EN GREY Sinks into Despair on “MORTAL DOWNER” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/eXgOErh via IFTTT

In collaboration with Japan Expo to celebrate their 25th anniversary, JROCK NEWS and Japan Expo are giving three lucky winners the opportunity to attend the Anisong Festa concert in Paris, France on July 10. Each winner receives two tickets: one for themselves and one for a friend. The concert is headlined by Cö shu Nie, […] The post Giveaway: Win tickets to Anisong Festa to see Cö shu Nie, yama, Nakagawa Shoko appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/bEYjrHm via IFTTT

Following his “SANCTUARY OF THE DAMNED” show in Los Angeles, KAMIJO will embark on a European tour spanning eight stops. Scheduled for autumn 2026, “SANCTUARY OF EUROPE” will bring KAMIJO’s signature aesthetic and sweeping melodies to stages across Europe. The tour begins in Helsinki, Finland on September 23 and finishes in Budapest, Hungary on October […] The post KAMIJO embarks European 2026 tour “SANCTUARY OF EUROPE” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/VrUs9eB via IFTTT