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Internationally acclaimed rock band ONE OK ROCK releases their live EP, Live from DETOX JAPAN TOUR 2025 digitally on April 30. The EP launches alongside the US and Mexico release of their concert film, ONE OK ROCK Detox Japan Tour 2025 At Nissan Stadium In Cinemas. US showtimes for the film are available here. Marking […] The post ONE OK ROCK premieres EP “Live from DETOX JAPAN TOUR 2025” alongside concert film appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/fGZDARU via IFTTT

DRUGS has surprised fans with the streaming release of their first album “D/D/D” on April 2. Serving as a perfect introduction to DRUGS, D/D/D comes complete with seven previously released singles and baku (貘). Initially released physically on February 17, the streaming release now offers DRUGS the opportunity to reach new fans around the world. […] The post DRUGS unleashes album “D/D/D” on streaming platforms appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/vE6nuDV via IFTTT

The wait for Madmans Esprit’s fourth full-length album, Dandelion; Danzetsu is finally over. Fans have been on the edge of their seats impatiently waiting for March 30 to see what the band has been concocting since revealing the haunting music video for Dandelion. The last full album Naneun naleul tonghae ulileul boneun neoleul tonghae naleul […] The post Review: Madmans Esprit’s album “Dandelion; Danzetsu” delivers heavier production, dynamic metal compositions appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/VmNBQf4 via IFTTT

DIR EN GREY’s 12th full-length album, MORTAL DOWNER arrived on April 8, and now fans worldwide can access it immediately on digital platforms. Even if you’re still waiting on your physical copy, you can stream or download DIR EN GREY’s latest record without delay! Alongside the digital launch, MORTAL DOWNER comes in four physical editions. […] The post DIR EN GREY’s 12th album “MORTAL DOWNER” available digitally worldwide appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/uKJ7TVF via IFTTT

Have you ever lost your wallet and, while desperately hunting it down, thought, “If only I had a fitting song for this moment”? SiM’s newest release, “FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet)”, is the perfect soundtrack for a high-octane search! Released April 1, SiM’s first song of 2026 mixes aggressive metal and reggae, and punk […] The post SiM roars with chaotic single “FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet)” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/lTqXzQ0 via IFTTT

Japan Expo, the French convention with a focus on Japanese culture, has earlier this week launched ticket sales for Anisong Festa 2026, an anime music festival on July 10 at Parc des Expositions de Paris. The festival has secured the headliners Cö shu Nie, yama, and Nakagawa Shoko, all notable in the anime scene for […] The post Cö shu Nie, yama, Nakagawa Shoko take center stage in Paris at “Anisong Festa 2026” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/vgyDidM via IFTTT

Japanese singer-songwriter Yukka (ゆっか) has released her latest single, Yurei Railway. The music video was also released on March 5, and you can watch it below. Composed and written by the artist herself, Yurei Railway challenges your perspective on life. In this music video, Yukka boards a train at the end of life. Yet instead of […] The post Yukka’s single “Yurei Railway” challenges your perspective on life appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/ozIEvCa via IFTTT

BLAZE unleashed the album “DETERMINATIONS.” on February 18. Previous releases were sold exclusively at live shows in Japan. However, DETERMINATIONS. is the first complete album available to fans worldwide, accessible on major digital platforms and in physical format through CDJapan. The artwork for the album was created by Jin (儿), vocalist of ARTiCLEAR, and matches […] The post Review: BLAZE’s album “DETERMINATIONS.” unleashes sentimental, brutal soundscapes appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/uWfVM2E via IFTTT

Visual kei greats have bravely forayed into the alcohol industry before. Take Y by YOSHIKI wine, for fans who want to dramatically swirl a fine vintage while contemplating a classical orchestra. While these efforts are noble, a catastrophic gap remained: an approachable, every day beer for visual kei fans to enjoy at the livehouse or […] The post Visual kei inspired beer debuts at Endless Grain microbrewery appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/s8tHYDr via IFTTT

On March 26, Kizu (キズ) announced that the upcoming album Gokuraku Yori Gokujo no Ame (極楽より極上の雨) will be postponed once again. The first postponement was announced October 12 of last year and pushed the album out to April 8. The new release date for Gokuraku Yori Gokujo no Ame is now set for August 5. […] The post Kizu digitally releases singles “JP:PARASITE” and “Houou” amid album delay appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/vSlmPOR via IFTTT

Despite the rising cost of touring, HYDE remained determined to complete his two-year world tour “HYDE [INSIDE] LIVE 2025 WORLD TOUR”, culminating in a finale in Stockholm, Sweden, on November 23, 2025. For this show, his stage presence was fierce, intense, and commanding, so much so that even a cold—which we learned the day before […] The post Interview: Exploring HYDE’s heavy music and imagining “Moon Child 2” movie appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/oUvGwl1 via IFTTT

Singer-songwriter Eir Aoi will perform MONSTER, the opening theme of the anime Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester, set to air April 1. The track marks a new era in Eir Aoi’s career under the music label Lantis. Fans can purchase MONSTER on April 22 in three formats: Type A, B, […] The post Eir Aoi performs “MONSTER”, opening song for “Classroom of the Elite” 4th Season appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/Hpbxfa3 via IFTTT

Only two weeks remain until DIR EN GREY release their 12th studio album, MORTAL DOWNER, on April 8. Stoking anticipation, the band unveiled new artist visuals on March 25; their first in nearly two years, following the release of the 2024 single The Devil In Me. Earlier this month, the band also revealed the album […] The post DIR EN GREY heralds upcoming album “MORTAL DOWNER” with fresh artist visuals appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/QgBFdSm via IFTTT

ELISE showcases grace through the stunning music video for SATELLITE, released March 13. ELISE’s lineup includes vocalist SAKU (朔) and guitarist AKANE (茜) from the band NICOLAS, bassist HINATA (向葵) from the band Kuroneko (黑猫), and drummer EISHIN (永真), formerly of the band Kane to Juusei (鐘ト銃声). Built from visual kei musicians with already established […] The post ELISE debuts elegant visuals in “SATELLITE” music video appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/CreF4pV via IFTTT

The visual kei project MASKED launches MASKED 2026, built around the idea of visual kei being “unbound, unlimited, and free”. The project focuses on celebrating the scene through a large-scale live music festival centered in Tokyo’s Shibuya district. This year’s edition spans two days across three venues in Shibuya: Spotify O-EAST, Spotify O-WEST, and duo […] The post Visual kei festival “MASKED 2026” transforms artists in unexpected looks appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/BHJECpK via IFTTT

The visual kei band the GazettE has long been a favorite among fans in Japan and overseas, maintaining a strong lineup for two decades. Aside from a change of drummer Yune a year after the band’s formation (who sadly passed away in 2022) and the sad passing of bassist Reita two years ago, the group […] The post the GazettE guitarist Aoi departs amid unclear circumstances appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/Ot5ei6F via IFTTT

Twenty years have passed since OLIVIA (Olivia Lufkin) released Wish, the opening theme for the hit romance anime NANA, based on Ai Yazawa’s beloved manga. Now, the singer has surprised fans by announcing a newly recorded version of the song, titled Wish -Reimagined-, set for digital release on March 18. Pre-save links for streaming and […] The post OLIVIA returns to music with “Wish -Reimagined-”, self-cover from anime “NANA” appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/hf93TdS via IFTTT

Back in the bath in the new year! Kind of. We recorded this at the tail end of 2025 in anticipation for an early 2026 debut. March is still early, right? Anyway, B7KLAN has announced an insane lineup for a european event. Some might even say the lineup is dream like, almost too good to […] The post The perfect festival lineup? – JROCK ONSEN Ep. 37 appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/WVt84vL via IFTTT

Petit Brabancon has announced a new single, “haunted house”, composed by drummer yukihiro. The song was previously performed during last year’s tour, and while its official release date has yet to be announced, fans attending the band’s current tour will receive an exclusive early preview. Concertgoers at the “If You Just Stare Then Headbang or […] The post Petit Brabancon previews single “haunted house” on tour appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/FI3d7ft via IFTTT

London-based artist Chaidura wrestles with inner demons in his latest track, Addiction, released February 20. The heavy new track will also release on the upcoming EP LIMINAL this June. Addiction blends influences from visual kei, emo, and alternative metal; the outcome is a blood-pumping, emotive track. The lyrics behind Addiction confront the idea of our […] The post Chaidura’s thrilling single “Addiction” faces internal struggles appeared first on JROCK NEWS . from JROCK NEWS https://ift.tt/ZpAjub2 via IFTTT