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…
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.
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…
HYDE set to release long awaited fan favorite “6or9”
HYDE returns with another single, titled “6or9”, which is set to release on September 6 (9/6). This will be his second release of the year folContinue reading…
X Japan releases “Angel” – first new single in eight years
Photo by YOSHIKI X Japan has released their first new single in eight years, “Angel” – with music and lyrics by X Japan leader YOSHIKI. UPDATContinue reading…
YOSHIKI and Yoshitaka Amano reveal stunning cover art for YOSHIKI’s upcoming single “REQUIEM” at Anime Expo 2023
YOSHIKI – composer, classically-trained pianist, rock drummer, and leader of rock bands X JAPAN and THE LAST ROCKSTARS – surprised fans at AnContinue reading…
ASTERISM to perform free concerts in California and New York after Anime Expo
Japanese rock band ASTERISM has announced two free concerts in July following their appearance at Anime Expo in L.A. The band will present backContinue reading…
HYDE releases fiery new single “TAKING THEM DOWN”
With edgy lyrics and a dark undertone, HYDE’s newest single “TAKING THEM DOWN” is a song worthy of putting on repeat. Vigorous drumming and heavContinue reading…
Fender to open flagship store in Tokyo this summer
(Image source) Legendary guitar manufacturer Fender will open its first flagship store in Japan this summer in the heart of Tokyo’s fashion andContinue reading…
MAN WITH A MISSION takes over Regent Theater in LA for first US tour in 4 years (Live Report)
MAN WITH A MISSION Regent Theater – May 15, 2023 Live Report by Molly Coggshall photos: MAN WITH A MISSION Instagram Sharp teeth, yellow eContinue reading…