THE LAST ROCKSTARS postpone L.A. concert until mid-2024
Japanese rock supergroup THE LAST ROCKSTARS announced today that they will be postponing their upcoming Los Angeles concert which was scheduled foContinue reading…
Category: J-Rock
The pulse of Japan’s rock and visual kei scenes. From the legendary longevity of arena-filling icons to the worldwide tours of modern rock innovators, we provide in-depth news and first-hand reports on the genre’s most influential and enduring performers.
Memento mori: remembering legendary BUCK-TICK vocalist Atsushi Sakurai
The haunting and versatile music of legendary rock band BUCK-TICK has echoed through the heart of Japan since 1983. With silky vocals and articulaContinue reading…
X Japan issues official statement regarding the passing of band member HEATH
Announcement from X JAPAN It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of X JAPAN’s esteemed bass player HEATH after his battle withContinue reading…
ASTERISM releases “Shooting Star” music video from U.S. tour
ASTERISM, the Japanese three-piece heavy metal band, has released their new song “Shooting Star” on digital platforms worldwide. The music Continue reading…
YOSHIKI’s “REQUIEM” Tour: A Symphony of Emotion and Resilience (Live Report)
Yoshiki Classical 10th Anniversary World Tour with Orchestra 2023 “REQUIEM” Dolby Theatre – Los Angeles – October 20, 2023 Live Report by Christan CContinue reading…
LUNA SEA announces re-recorded versions of MOTHER and STYLE
Renowned rock band LUNA SEA will release re-recorded versions of two of their most distinguished albums, MOTHER and STYLE, on November 29. NeContinue reading…
04 Limited Sazabys celebrates fifteenth anniversary
The four piece pop-punk band 04 Limited Sazabys will celebrate their fifteenth anniversary with two days of concerts at the Tokyo Budokan over NovContinue reading…
YOSHIKI: A Maestro’s Journey from Rock to “REQUIEM”
YOSHIKI: A Maestro’s Journey from Rock to “REQUIEM” Interview by Christan Copeland September 26, 2023 2023 has been a remarkably busy year fContinue reading…
Yoshiki Celebrates New Milestones with Chinese Theatre Handprint Ceremony and “Under the Sky” L.A. Premiere
YOSHIKI Imprint Ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre (Live Report) YOSHIKI: Under The Sky (Film Review) Photos and words by Christan Copeland JaContinue reading…
YOSHIKI to Become First Japanese Artist to be Immortalized in Cement at the World-Famous TCL Chinese Theatre Hollywood
The iconic and beloved Japanese superstar YOSHIKI will leave his mark in a festive imprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre Hollywood. YOSHIContinue reading…