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Miyako, guitarist of LOVEBITES, held her third piano recital on her birthday. The venue changed from TOKYO FM HALL to Tokyo Opera City Recital Hall this time, and we will report on the afternoon performance of the two-part performance, which showed an increasingly ambitious attitude. Miyako appeared in a spring-like pink dress in a sold-out hall filled with spectators. First, she played Judas Priest's " Diamonds and Rust " (originally by Joan Baez), the familiar BGM used to announce the start of LOVEBITES' live performances, and Halloween's " Eagle Fly Free " from her solo debut EP "Etude Op.23" . The beautiful melodies of heavy metal songs tend to be hidden by the strong sound, but her smooth fingering and unique classical arrangement make it stand out, which is already a pleasant approach. " For the past few years, the cherry blossoms have already lost their leaves around April 5th, but it was cold until recently, so maybe the cherry...

If you're a fan of powerful women in rock, then you've definitely heard of The Warning — the explosive trio of Mexican sisters taking the world by storm with their heavy sound, intense lyrics, and electrifying stage presence. And today, we have a special invitation for you, a fan of the band and reader of Japanese Female Rock : it’s time to decide, together with the community , what is the best album and the best EP ever released by The Warning! That’s right — the official voting is now live , and your voice matters! 📀 Let’s revisit The Warning’s powerful discography: Studio Albums: XXI Century Blood (2017): their bold debut, featuring anthems like Survive and Wildfire . Queen of the Murder Scene (2018): a dramatic concept masterpiece, with songs like Dust to Dust and Hunter . Error (2022): sonic maturity and sharp social commentary, with tracks like Choke and Money . Keep Me Fed (2024): their latest release, blending emotion and heaviness with so...

Otoboke Beaver is an all-female quartet from Kyoto, Japan, formed in 2009. The band consists of Accorinrin (vocals), Yoyoyoshie (guitar), Hirochan (bass), and Kahokiss (drums), and is known for their frantic sound that blends punk rock, garage rock, and noise. The band's name, inspired by a love hotel in Osaka, reflects their irreverent and provocative style. Their songs are marked by lyrics that tackle topics such as toxic relationships, sexism, and social pressures, always laced with sarcasm and sharp humor. Tracks like “Anata Watashi Daita Ato Yome no Meshi” criticize gender stereotypes, while “I Am Not Maternal” challenges expectations around motherhood. The band uses repetition and abrupt tempo changes to intensify their message and keep energy levels sky-high. In 2019, they released Itekoma Hits, a compilation album that solidified their unique style and gained international attention. Three years later, Super Champon dropped with 18 tracks in just ove...

The Japanese rock scene is vibrant and diverse, with numerous all-female bands making significant impacts both domestically and internationally. If you're a music enthusiast looking to discover new artists, here are some bands you should keep an eye on in 2025: --- 1. BAND-MAID Formed in 2013, BAND-MAID blends a maid café-inspired aesthetic with powerful hard rock sounds. The band consists of Saiki Atsumi (vocals), Miku Kobato (guitar and vocals), Kanami Tōno (guitar), Misa (bass), and Akane Hirose (drums). They gained international attention with the music video for "Thrill" and, in 2023, became the first Japanese band in approximately 13 years to perform at Lollapalooza Chicago. In January 2025, they released a new digital single, followed by an EP later in the year. --- 2. SCANDAL Since their formation in 2006, SCANDAL has been one of Japan's most influential all-female bands. Comprising Haruna (vocals and rhythm guitar), Mami (lead guitar), Tomomi (bass), and Rina...