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…
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.
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…
Yoshiki at The Grammy Museum: A Night of Poignant Music and Emotional Connection (Live Report)
YOSHIKI Grammy Museum – May 15, 2023 Live Report and Photos by Christan Copeland (Ceceemagery) YOSHIKI, the legendary Japanese rock artist anContinue reading…
YOSHIKI announces 2023 Classical Tour “REQUIEM” and X Japan’s first single in 8 years
Japanese rock artist YOSHIKI’s highly-anticipated 2023 classical world tour was announced at the GRAMMY Museum® on May 15. During a press conContinue reading…
3rd Stone from the Sun label returns with re-release of JinnyOops! album MOTHER SHOCK!
Indie label 3rd Stone from the Sun returns with the digital re-release of the MOTHER SHOCK! by 3-piece girls rock band JinnyOops! Since 2000, 3Continue reading…