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MADARANINGEN, the fashion label created by Kyo of DIR EN GREY, sukekiyo, and Petit Brabancon, has teamed up with fashion brand IKUMI to celebrate the brands’ shared 10th anniversaries. The collaboration runs at a pop-up shop inside MAGNET by SHIBUYA109 from September 3–30, culminating in a dual runway show on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at […] The post Fashion brand MADARANINGEN collaborates with IKUMI for 10-year anniversary appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/82QjxlZ via IFTTT

German anime convention “DoKomi” confirmed Japanese artists STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION and NANO as producers in charge of its first official song. Both artists will also perform the track at the next DoKomi edition, to be held on May 29–31, 2026. The convention has a long tradition of bringing anisong artists to Europe. Moreover, NANO performed […] The post STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION, NANO confirmed artists for official DoKomi Song appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/Ekub2Zd via IFTTT

Meet Mellows, a musical juggernaut that combines “cute” and “metal” , as part of JROCK NEWS’ 10th anniversary celebration. The milestone will be marked with a live concert and livestream event “PULSE vol.1” at Shinjuku ANTIKNOCK in Tokyo, on September 13 2025, where Mellows will also be performing as part of the lineup. Check out […] The post Video interview: Mellows forges “cute” with “metal” – JROCK NEWS 10th anniversary appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/pVi3lLM via IFTTT

Meet SLOTHREAT, masters of the art of blending melodic metal with ambient sound, as part of JROCK NEWS’ 10th anniversary celebration. The milestone will be marked with a live concert and livestream event “PULSE vol.1” at Shinjuku ANTIKNOCK in Tokyo, on September 13 2025, where SLOTHREAT will also be performing as part of the lineup. […] The post Video interview: SLOTHREAT, weaving modern metal – JROCK NEWS 10th anniversary appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/JI79acd via IFTTT

Meet GUNGIRE, Japan’s angriest rock band, as part of JROCK NEWS’ 10th anniversary celebration. The milestone will be marked with a live concert and livestream event “PULSE vol.1” at Shinjuku ANTIKNOCK in Tokyo, on September 13 2025, where GUNGIRE will also be performing as part of the lineup. Check out our video interview with GUNGIRE […] The post Video interview: GUNGIRE, Japan’s angriest rock band – JROCK NEWS 10th anniversary appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/xiLKCpE via IFTTT

CODOMO DRAGON released their 25th single UNPRAY!! on September 8. Taking the initiative ahead of time, the band dropped the title track’s music video, bringing intensely flashy visuals to gigantic screens. The enclosed three-screen setup serves as the set for their melancholic, yet heavy and discordant number. What’s unleashed is a flurry of dancing lasers, […] The post CODOMO DRAGON’s “UNPRAY!!” music video brings flashy visuals to gigantic screens appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/aAbyilj via IFTTT

After the Success of their 2024 tour, Madmans Espirit will embark on a 2026 European tour. Titled “Severed hopes / Shattered innocence”, the 10 stops of the tour promise an “extraordinary experience that will resonate with everyone’s soul”. Madmans Esprit can’t wait to connect with fans both old and new. While venue locations are yet […] The post Madmans Esprit embarks on 2026 European tour “Severed hopes / Shattered innocence” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/cxCXtyE via IFTTT

Fifteen years after disbanding, the legendary band D’ESPAIRSRAY is making a long-awaited return. The band will reunite for their first solo concert since disbanding: LIVE 2026 “RAPTURE”, scheduled for May 4, 2026, at Zepp DiverCity Tokyo. The comeback also brings the relaunch of their official fan club, [un]Beautiful, which opens for new membership on September […] The post D’ESPAIRSRAY returns with first solo show in 15 Years, “LIVE 2026 ‘RAPTURE'” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/3pU4vCy via IFTTT

During the AnimeNYC 2025 event, the One Punch Man anime panel revealed BABYMETAL as the featured artist for the opening theme of the upcoming anime’s third season. Titled Get No Satisfied, the song marks the kawaii metal band’s first-ever collaboration with an anime series. The panel also confirmed that the anison group JAM Project, who […] The post BABYMETAL joins JAM Project for “One Punch Man” opening appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/F2dwaQN via IFTTT

Meet Dimrays, Osaka’s rising metalcore duo, as part of JROCK NEWS’ 10th anniversary celebration. The milestone will be marked with a live concert and livestream event “PULSE vol.1” at Shinjuku ANTIKNOCK in Tokyo, on September 13 2025, where Dimrays will also be performing as part of the lineup. Check out our video interview with Dimrays […] The post Video interview: Dimrays, Osaka’s rising metalcore duo – JROCK NEWS 10th anniversary appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/K7Ieoyg via IFTTT

On August 30, Lyrica showcased a captivating music video, Wonder & Under Ground. Lyrica’s signature style is present throughout the whole video, with horror-esque visuals and a combination of upbeat and heavy music. The dark, twisting forest circles Lyrica as they begin performing Wonder & Under Ground. The haunting scenery contradicts vocalist Usagi’s jubilant, upbeat […] The post Lyrica’s “Wonder & Under Ground” music video exhibits haunting visuals appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/RGuwik5 via IFTTT

In March of 2026, visual kei icons SHAZNA will tour across three stops in Latin America. Following four performances across Japan, SHAZNA will embark to Mexico, Brazil, and Chile for three exciting concerts! While venue locations have yet to be announced, concert dates have been confirmed. SHAZNA’s first stop in Latin America is Mexico on […] The post SHAZNA visits Latin America for 2026 tour appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/WYZRFGr via IFTTT

Fresh off the release of their recent EP Raku na Shinikata, XaaXaa announced even more music on the way! The band announced a new single, Gankyuu ga Sasaru (眼球が刺さる). The digital release will be available worldwide and includes the coupling track Yasashii Uso (優しい嘘). In addition, the band unveiled a new look for the single. […] The post XaaXaa’s single “Gankyuu ga Sasaru” has all eyes on them appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/aB0LJAC via IFTTT

MAZARI, an idol group built around a “curse” concept, will celebrate their first anniversary on October 11 with a concert. For the show they’ve gathered notable visual kei support musicians, namely,  guitarist Ray (DEVILOOF), bassist Akinori (lynch.), and drummer Hibiki (Matenrou Opera). If you’re new to the underground idol scene, it’s worth noting that most […] The post Cursed idols MAZARI assembles super visual kei band, members from DEVILOOF, lynch, Matenrou Opera appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/kLGrXWx via IFTTT

The soundtrack for the anime New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt delivers the music from the series’ new season in limited two-disc and standard one-disc editions, with the release date scheduled for September 24, 2025. The music will be available on streaming services and major music download platforms the following day. This soundtrack collection compiles […] The post “New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt The Soundtrack” gets worldwide digital release appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/NOEKmxf via IFTTT

JILUKA celebrate their 10-year anniversary with the best-of album “XNDII”, releasing August 22 on all major streaming platforms. JILUKA released more details for their upcoming best-of album on August 13. XNDII will release with a sizable 34 tracks, showcasing JILUKA’s rich and ever-evolving style. Featuring tracks from their first single Screamer to their latest album […] The post JILUKA celebrates 10th anniversary with best-of album “XNDII” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/V4pQn6M via IFTTT

With the spring anime season of 2025 now ended, let’s take this opportunity to wrap it up by looking at our top 10 favorite anime opening theme songs! To ensure these are truly the best picks, we focused solely on the music itself, trying to stay unbiased and setting aside the popularity of the anime. […] The post Top 10 anime opening songs you can’t miss from Spring 2025 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/UbmonPJ via IFTTT

BAND-MAID’s latest single What is justice? slices across digital platforms on July 18 and into living rooms as the ending theme for the gritty role-reversal anime TOUGEN ANKI. Gnashing through with KANAMI’s guitar riffs and AKANE’s bass drum kicks, the tune serves up a fitting palette for the series’s bold inversion of the classic Japanese fable […] The post Interview: BAND-MAID’s Miku Kobato on storytelling through anime appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/M2DEhNL via IFTTT

Paris will welcome solo enka artist and iconic D=OUT vocalist KOUKI on October 1, as he headlines Visual-kei Night in Paris vol.02 -Japanesque-. This marks KOUKI’s long-awaited return to France, for the first time since 2009. Fans will be treated to a one-off solo performance that blends D=OUT’s most beloved hits with covers of legendary […] The post KOUKI performs in Paris for “Visual-kei Night in Paris vol.02 -Japanesque-” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/ADbjOIB via IFTTT

Fresh off their 18th anniversary concert at Hibiya Open-Air Concert Hall, Matenrou Opera has released the music video for their latest single, AGONY. The single will be sold exclusively at live shows and on Matenrou Opera’s official webshop. AGONY features three tracks: the title song in both its original and instrumental versions, along with the […] The post Matenrou Opera’s “AGONY” music video brings orchestral drama to modern metal appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/tsExLeQ via IFTTT

MAN WITH A MISSION marks their incredible 15-year anniversary by celebrating with “XV EP Across the Globe“, embarking on a Japan tour, and preparing for a long-awaited European tour. From unforgettable live shows in North America last year to reconnecting with fans overseas, we spoke with guitarist and vocalist Jean-Ken Johnny to reflect on the band’s […] The post Interview with MAN WITH A MISSION: 15 years of precious moments across the globe appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/RkGCAVL via IFTTT

MAD JAMIE reflects on her international experiences as part of JROCK NEWS’ 10th anniversary celebration. The milestone will be marked with a live concert and livestream event “PULSE vol.1” at Shinjuku ANTIKNOCK in Tokyo, on September 13 2025, where MAD JAMIE will also be performing as part of the lineup. Check out our video interview […] The post Video interview: Punk rock idol MAD JAMIE’s worldwide adventure – JROCK NEWS 10th anniversary appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/xCI8kS1 via IFTTT

Singularity celebrate summer with the release of a new music video for their new single Summer Drive on July 26. Under the blazing sun, Singularity play through the new track Summer Drive. The upbeat synths and catchy music sweeten the sun-kissed environment that surrounds the band. Singularity engage in all sorts of playful activities throughout […] The post Singularity brighten up screens with “Summer Drive” music video appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/76FSlRN via IFTTT

MAD JAMIE is making waves in Europe once again with a tour kicking off this week! Fronted by Kanjosen Akubi, MAD JAMIE will perform at six locations across Europe in August before returning to Japan for JROCK NEWS’ “PULSE vol.1” event in September. MAD JAMIE stands out in the underground idol scene with its punk […] The post Punk rock idol MAD JAMIE returns to Europe this August 2025 “THE MAD PARADE” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/wYKrzDV via IFTTT

On August 2, D=OUT released their latest digital single, Aikagi (愛-aikagi-鍵), now available digitally worldwide. Shimmering, clean, and melodic, the track captures the wistful mood of late summer, stirring feelings of romance and nostalgia. With the upbeat playability of a pop song and the emotional pull of a ballad, it feels made for a live […] The post D=OUT’s digital single “Aikagi” brings refreshing visuals appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/AmHK7p2 via IFTTT

In April of 2025, after nearly six years away, DIR EN GREY made a powerful return to the U.S. with a sold-out, three-night run in Los Angeles and Anaheim, California. Drawing a combined crowd of approximately 6,000 fans across April 8, 9, and 11, the performances reaffirmed the band’s enduring legacy and the fierce devotion […] The post Report: DIR EN GREY’s first U.S. performance in nearly 6 years, “TOUR25 WHO IS THIS HELL FOR? [mode of VULGAR]” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/oJ3ePpN via IFTTT

The rock band ASH DA HERO has officially launched ticket sales for its first European tour! Known for their empowering anthems in anime, including the football series Blue Lock and featuring vocalist ASH in the recent Ultraman Omega, ASH DA HERO will be visiting 8 cities across Europe throughout January 2026. Having formed in 2021, […] The post ASH DA HERO heads for European tour 2026 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/ickNHIG via IFTTT

In April of 2025, after nearly six years away, DIR EN GREY made a powerful return to the U.S. with a sold-out, three-night run in Los Angeles and Anaheim, California. Drawing a combined crowd of approximately 6,000 fans across April 8, 9, and 11, the performances reaffirmed the band’s enduring legacy and the fierce devotion […] The post Interview: DIR EN GREY’s Die on their triumphant U.S. return and the road ahead appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/EK4fOx7 via IFTTT

The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of JROCK NEWS, and we’re celebrating with a worldwide event! Whether you live in Japan or overseas, you can join us for our first-ever live concert event, “JROCK NEWS presents PULSE vol. 1 -10th Anniversary-“. Featuring a lineup of six heavy-hitting bands, including headliner NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST, this event […] The post JROCK NEWS holds Japan concert “PULSE vol.1” with global livestream appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/L3ZpHl4 via IFTTT

The famous virtual diva Hatsune Miku will be embarking on her first-ever Asia tour under the banner “MIKU EXPO 2025 ASIA”. The tour will take place in November and feature seven performances across various locations in Asia. Get ready for the general ticket sale starting on July 22 at 12:00 local time in each city. Catch […] The post Hatsune Miku embarks first-ever Asia tour “MIKU EXPO 2025 ASIA” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/KYpFGZ0 via IFTTT

Although all Japan dates on HYDE’s 2025 World Tour are sold out, fans will still have a rare chance to experience the “HYDE [INSIDE] LIVE 2025 WORLD TOUR” through a live cinema broadcast across Japan and Asia on Sunday, August 10, 2025. A digital livestream will also be available, allowing fans worldwide to join the […] The post HYDE’s sold-out “BEAUTY & THE BEAST” concert to be broadcast live worldwide appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/apwzg8c via IFTTT

lynch. is far from done revitalizing its older discography. The band will release a second retake album, THE AVOIDED SUN / SHADOWS, on September 24. The news was announced during their tour final at Spotify O-EAST on June 20, revealing that the retake album is act eight of act 10 of the ongoing lynch. 20th […] The post lynch. retakes indie works with “THE AVOIDED SUN / SHADOWS” album for 20th anniversary project appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/Am8iSUX via IFTTT

In June, EUPHOBIA, a new metal band with striking black and white visuals, debuted on X. EUPHOBIA touts five members and describes themselves as “Black Metal/Blackened Deathcore”. The band’s debut was followed swiftly by their first single and music video, entitled “INSOMNIA”, which premiered on June 21. The lineup features vocalist Natsu (亡憑), ex. NINTH IN […] The post Black metal band EUPHOBIA debuts, unleashes single “INSOMNIA” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/oLRirQm via IFTTT

Celebrating their 10th anniversary, XaaXaa released their third greatest hits album, Best Album Chuudoku Shoujou San (ベストアルバム 中毒症状〜三〜), on March 30. Aptly titled “Symptoms of Addiction”, the two-disc collection features 23 tracks that trace the band’s evolution while showcasing their signature sound: unpredictable, emotionally charged, and irresistibly catchy. Thanks to Chaotic Harmony Imports, we had […] The post Review: XaaXaa’s “Best Album Chuudoku Shoujou San” shares 10 years of darkness, duality and maturity appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/RFsq2kW via IFTTT

In May 2025, Singaporean visual kei band MAO.A made a striking debut with the release of their first music video, SEVER—a bold introduction steeped in gothic visuals and a dark, unmistakably visual kei sound. Beyond their music, the band also curates events in Singapore that spotlight various facets of Japanese underground culture, making them a […] The post Interview with MAO.A: Bridging cultures, bonding through scars appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/BuYxriU via IFTTT

The past week has been a turbulent one for fans of metalcore band Crossfaith, following serious allegations against former guitarist Daiki. According to publicly released screenshots, Daiki engaged in “inappropriate communication” with a 14-year-old fan via Instagram direct messages and attempted to arrange a meeting. Daiki, who is 37, claims he was unaware of the […] The post Crossfaith suspends activities following allegations against guitarist Daiki appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/jvpBOCd via IFTTT

On Thursday, June 19, Silence iz Mine (a.k.a. SiM) held their first performance in Madrid, Spain. The show was part of SiM’s European tour, Fests & Chaos Tour 2025, which ended on June 22 in Belgium. Celebrating a 20-year career, the metalcore band held concerts in Barcelona and Madrid, one after the other. Mon Live […] The post Report: SiM’s high-energy Madrid debut a total blast appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/uRlX64p via IFTTT

With mysterious countdowns on members’ social media channels, the wait is finally over with the announcement of a new visual kei band, DRUGS, featuring fan-favorite visual kei members from DADAROMA and Mejibray. The lineup consists of vocalist Tsuzuku from Mejibray, guitarist TAIZO from Yakouchu(夜光蟲), bassist Shindo Wataru from Hitotonari(ひととなり), and finally assigned the new role […] The post DRUGS forms with former DADAROMA and Mejibray members, debuts music video “NEW ORDER” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/i8u4c0X via IFTTT

**PassCode has released their first full album in four and a half years, "INSIGNIA." This work, their first since Emiri Arima joined, includes not only songs that have become indispensable to their live performances, such as the singles "Freely / FLAVOR OF BLUE" released in October 2021, and "WILLSHINE" and "SKILLAWAKE" released after their label transfer, but also six incredibly powerful new songs. Lead singles symbolizing this work, such as "INSIGNIA," "VIRIVIRI," "Echoes," and "One Time Only," are all featured. This is undoubtedly a representative work for PassCode, and it would not be surprising if many people hailed it as their masterpiece.** This interview, a long-awaited one for Rolling Stone Japan Web, features a somewhat unusual combination of Kaede Takashima and Hinako Ohgami. These two, who tend to be a bit reserved in interviews with all members present, revealed their current feelin...

It’s been another long epic break and more broken promises. Unlike dad we came back though. Just didn’t get the milk. Cigarettes? Yeah, got those. This time around check in on our music choices for listening on loop, so feel free and let us know about yours. We also got some awesome tales from Japan, […] The post Obsessed with one song on repeat – JROCK ONSEN Ep. 35 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/jM2cdxN via IFTTT

UNiTE. has released yet another music video, this time for their 16th song, sheeple repliQo, taken from their album, FANTASTiC, out now! The band continues the “sheeple” naming convention that started with the song sheeple CirQus, delivering a music video showcasing the band’s gothic side. Here, the sheeple repliQo music video also encompasses those themes, but now […] The post UNiTE goes gothic with music video “sheeple repliQo”, from album “FANTASTiC” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/MzcZW0f via IFTTT

## Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of Japanese metal, few bands have risen to international prominence as quickly and decisively as LOVEBITES. Their third studio album, "Electric Pentagram," released on January 29, 2020, stands as a testament to their musical prowess and unwavering dedication to the power metal genre. This monumental work not only solidified their position in the global metal scene but also showcased their remarkable growth as musicians and songwriters. ## From National Success to Global Recognition Following the release of their second album "Clockwork Immortality" in December 2018, LOVEBITES embarked on an incredibly busy schedule that would shape the direction of their third album. The first half of 2019 saw the all-female quintet touring extensively, starting with their Japanese tour in January, opening for Arch Enemy in China in March, and performing at prestigious European festivals including Download Festival in both t...

The unique show 'Blue Man Group 2025 Shinjuku Performance,' which fuses rock, art, and comedy, will be held at THEATER MILANO-Za (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo) from August 6 (Wednesday) to August 31 (Sunday), 2025. Since its first performance in Japan in 2007, this will be the first time a guest vocalist has been invited for a domestic main performance. We asked Asami of LOVEBITES, who will stand on stage as a 'diva' with the mysterious blue men, about her enthusiasm. The 'Blue Man Group' was born in 1991 in Manhattan, one of the bustling downtown areas of New York, USA. The street performances by the three members with blue-painted faces attracted great attention, captivating over 50 million people worldwide. Although known for their wordless stage, shows with vocalists are also performed in countries other than Japan. In Japan, they collaborated with singer Kumi Koda when they appeared at the music event 'SUMMER SONIC' in 2007. After a hiatus due to ...

The anime adaptation of the trashpunk manga Gachiakuta has confirmed Paledusk as the performers of the opening theme, titled HUGs. This marks the metalcore band’s first-ever anime song. Gachiakuta creators Kei Urana (story, art) and Hideyoshi Andou (graffiti art) requested Paledusk to write the song. Urana-sensei, in particular, has openly expressed admiration for the Fukuoka […] The post Paledusk writes single “HUGs” as opening theme for “Gachiakuta” anime appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/Bd2twux via IFTTT