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Matenrou Opera has released the music video for EMBRYO on January 1, 2026. The video balances restraint with escalation. Each member is inside a confined box with a projected visual image pulsing on the surrounding walls. These images are not there to fill out the space; it’s a fundamental part of the concert. Individual visual […] The post Matenrou Opera kicks off 2026 with “EMBRYO” music video appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/BMjKz1p via IFTTT

Despite only debuting in June, DRUGS has been moving exceptionally fast, finishing 2025 with a total of seven singles. The latest, “Flesh and Halo” and “CARVED IN ALMA”, were released on December 30. DRUGS debuted in June with the single “NEW ORDER”, introducing the world to a new, heavy, and disorienting visual kei ensemble. Including […] The post DRUGS finishes 2025 with a staggering 7 singles! appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/PWZyYrX via IFTTT

Starting the new year off strong, Tokyo-based new wave band In My Vanitasss released a new single! “Violet Visions” is the band’s sixth single and combines new wave with post-punk to create a distinctive, alluring soundscape.  “Violet Visions” is arranged and mixed by the band’s bassist, Caromi, with vocalist Sora (宙) also credited for music […] The post In My Vanitasss rings in new year with 6th single “Violet Visions” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/C71rH3W via IFTTT

Following their European tour, metalcore band HANABIE. announced the release of their new EP for January 28, 2026. They also announced a North American tour, kicking off next Spring. Titled HOT TOPIC, the mini-album features five confirmed tracks, including Spicy Queen and GIRL’S TALK. A normal CD edition and a Blu-ray limited edition are available […] The post HANABIE. announces “HOT TOPIC” EP, 2026 North America tour appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/8BbXuro via IFTTT

Fans worldwide can celebrate Japanese rock icon HYDE’s birthday with a special live orchestral performance, available both in cinemas across Japan and via global livestream. “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL”, recorded at Tokyo Garden Theater, will be broadcast live on January 29, 2026, coinciding with HYDE’s birthday. Tickets are on sale now. The livestream not […] The post HYDE livestreams orchestral birthday concert worldwide, signaling a new chapter appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/wQWG2Nk via IFTTT

After closing out their spectacular 30th anniversary year with two massive dome shows, GLAY is kicking off their 31st year stronger than ever. Their latest single, “Dead Or Alive,” released on December 3, serves as the opening theme for the third season of the anime “Record of Ragnarok III”, which began streaming worldwide on Netflix […] The post GLAY’s single “Dead Or Alive” tops Oricon chart as “Record of Ragnarok III” theme appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/74AdL8b via IFTTT

Released on December 5, French-Japanese band Re:Instinct debuted their first single “SILENCE INTO SOUND”. As a first single, SILENCE INTO SOUND shines the light on you with a heartfelt message of hope. Re:Instinct’s debut single, SILENCE INTO SOUND, blends French and Japanese influences to create a unique take on the Japanese rock style. A bold […] The post Re:Instinct debuts first single “SILENCE INTO SOUND” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/y67eNbM via IFTTT

Crystal Lake have been touring relentlessly this year, and we managed to catch up with them back in May while they were in Stockholm, Sweden. During our conversation, we talked about the band’s new lineup and the addition of US-based vocalist John. We also discussed the intentional balance between between English and Japanese, and what […] The post Interview with Crystal Lake: Entering a new era with “The Weight of Sound” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/ZwMf9hm via IFTTT

Matenrou Opera unveiled their newest single, EMBRYO, set to release on December 29, 2025. The three-track single marks Matenrou Opera’s final offering of 2025. After their busy year of performing shows, fans have been eager for a fresh sound from the Matenrou Opera. EMBRYO includes the title track, EMBRYO, Shizuku (雫), and an instrumental version […] The post Matenrou Opera rings out the year with single “EMBRYO” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/vTVa4Zd via IFTTT

BABYBEARD is ready to rock with a brand new single, “SEMI-FINAL”. Released on November 30, “SEMI-FINAL” is a symphonic-metal-adjacent track from the pop-metal trio’s upcoming album. In both lyrics and visuals, “SEMI-FINAL” uses cicadas to symbolize resilience through adversity. Cicadas, which are called “semi” (セミ) in Japanese, are infamous for their short yet destructive lives. […] The post BABYBEARD unleashes darkest single yet “SEMI-FINAL” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/F5eg7Sn via IFTTT

European tour organizer B7KLAN will celebrate 20 years of activity next year with a major visual kei festival in Paris, France, taking place July 11–12. With a focus on visual kei, the festival “B7KLAN J-ROCK FEST” will feature 10 Japanese bands and two European acts, adding an extra layer of heat to the summer. This […] The post Visual kei festival in Europe invites D’ESPAIRSRAY, MUCC, Kizu, An Cafe, JILUKA, Azavana, and more appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/ZDJ39nc via IFTTT

Singaporean visual kei band MAO.A is pushing further into the international spotlight with the announcement of their first overseas tour. Since debuting in March, the group has made global expansion a priority. Their upcoming tour HAKAI: The Path of Destruction Tour marks a significant step forward, with confirmed dates in both Taiwan and Japan. MAO.A […] The post MAO.A debuts overseas with headlining Taiwan, Japan tours appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/k6oteWx via IFTTT

DIR EN GREY closed out their domestic tour, TOUR25 EN’EN (蜿蜒), with a major announcement: their 12th full-length album, MORTAL DOWNER, is set for release in 2026. In our interview with guitarist Die earlier this year, he hinted that the band was already recording new material, but this marks the first official confirmation of the […] The post DIR EN GREY’s 12th album “MORTAL DOWNER” slated for 2026 release appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/z3v4ZR0 via IFTTT

NETH PRIERE CAIN officially added two new members, guitarist DAICHI and bassist Maya, to the band! On November 28, the band’s official website announced the exciting lineup additions. Within this post, NETH PRIERE CAIN also details a new single and an upcoming Japan tour, both set for early next year. Prior to the announcement, NETH […] The post NETH PRIERE CAIN adds new members, announces single “Uka no Shirase, Igen naru Eisho” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/9MZpWjY via IFTTT

DRUGS released the highly anticipated second single UNTIL I DIE on December 3. Fans have been on edge awaiting more music from DRUGS, and UNTIL I DIE doesn’t disappoint. Following our first look at DRUGS in June with NEW ORDER, fans have eagerly been awaiting more music. UNTIL I DIE features a chaotic arrangement, with […] The post DRUGS drops second chaotic single “UNTIL I DIE” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/Vht3X14 via IFTTT

Ahead of JROCK NEWS’s first show, “PULSE vol.1 – 10th Anniversary” in August 2025, we caught up with one of our key Japan-based team members who handled much of the event’s heavy lifting. Ultimately, organizing a concert event that featured NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST, GUNGIRE, SLOTHREAT, Dimrays, Mellows, and MAD JAMIE. We recorded the episode with the […] The post How we hosted concert in Japan with headliner NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST – JROCK ONSEN Ep. 36 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/K4oS6N2 via IFTTT

YOSHIKI continues his philanthropic efforts with a generous donation of 100 thousand dollars to Hong Kong Red Cross to support the victims of the recent Tai Po fire in Hong Kong. The fire, which erupted on November 26 at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex, engulfed seven neighboring buildings, each over 30 stories tall, causing […] The post YOSHIKI donates $100,000 to aid victims of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in 7 decades in Tai Po appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/P9bhqv4 via IFTTT

The heavy hitters NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST, a fan-favorite metal band that recently headlined our own JROCK NEWS event, is stepping outside Japan for an upcoming overseas tour. The tour will make four stops in September 2026: Brazil, Chile, Mexico, and Spain, with tickets now on sale for Mexico and Brazil. At the moment, official details remain […] The post NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST confirms South America tour 2026 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/iFORC2y via IFTTT

One of the pioneering all-female bands in visual kei, exist trace (stylized as exist†trace) has returned with “WHO I AM”—their first full-length album in 11 years, released digitally worldwide on November 19. The 11-track record blends fan-favorite songs honed during live performances with brand-new compositions written specifically for this release. Furthermore, it commemorates their 21st […] The post Interview: Inside exist trace’s first full album in 11 years, “WHO I AM” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/yZwvq3k via IFTTT

We’re back at Magical Mirai 2025, the annual event celebrating Hatsune Miku’s birthday with concerts and an exhibition. This year, the event took place not only in Tokyo and Osaka but also in Sendai for the first time. We were lucky enough to attend multiple days, including the press day on August 29 at Makuhari […] The post Vibrant moments from Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/hBAuZMD via IFTTT