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sukekiyo’s upcoming single “possess” gets worldwide digital release

Erica

Feb 19, 2026

Avant-garde rock band sukekiyo has announced the release of a new digital single, “possess”, arriving February 26.Known for their lavish, art-driven physical editions, and limited release demo tapes, sukeki...

Madmans Espirit’s haunting “Dandelion” music video creates chilling atmosphere

Jack

Feb 19, 2026

Music Video, Releases

On February 12, Madmans Espirit showcased a haunting grayscale music video for Dandelion. Featured on the upcoming album, Dandelion; Danzetsu, the new single reinforces Madmans Espirit's self-attributed label “...

Schwarz Stein makes digital debut with two streaming releases

Erica

Feb 18, 2026

Releases

The electronic duo Schwarz Stein, composed of vocalist Kaya and keyboardist Hora, have officially made their long-awaited digital debut. As of February 18, the group’s music is now available on major streaming ...

KAMIJO officially begins U.S. career with “SANCTUS OF THE DAMNED” show

Mizerable

Feb 18, 2026

Tour and event

Following his relocation to the United States, KAMIJO announces his official U.S. debut performance: “Signature Debut Show: SANCTUS OF THE DAMNED”. The concert is scheduled for July 18 at the United Theater on ...

Fukuro heads to Latin America for “ROAD TO LATIN AMERICA” in October

Sizergyia

Feb 18, 2026

Tour and event

Fukuro seem intent on touring the world over as the band, for the first time, will set off on a short three-day Latin America tour titled “ROAD TO LATIN AMERICA” in October.The tour will take them to Brazil...

LiSA embarks first-ever Europe and UK tour 2026

Jorge M.

Feb 14, 2026

Tour and event

LiSA, the celebrated Jpop sensation known for her work in Kimetsu no Yaiba (Demon Slayer) and Sword Art Online, will embark on her first-ever tour in Europe and the UK as a solo artist, marking a well-earned mi...

HYDE’s “THE ABYSS” music video showcases breathtaking Austrian locations

Sizergyia

Feb 10, 2026

Music Video, Releases

HYDE released his single THE ABYSS on January 29, on his birthday. That's not all, however, as he also performed on the same day to celebrate, making the occasion exceptionally special. To top it off, within th...

Ryo closes girugamesh chapter, moves forward as solo artist “Ryo Trackmaker”

NBT

Feb 10, 2026

Band status, New Look, Releases

Ryo, the former drummer and main composer of girugamesh, has begun a new chapter by reestablishing his name, "Ryo Trackmaker", as a solo artist, with a new release set for February 13 at 22:00 (JST). Previously...

Kagami from DEXCORE reveals first solo album “Alone.”

Jack

Feb 9, 2026

Releases

In early January, vocalist Kagami from DEXCORE hinted at re-recording his solo music. Finally, on January 29, Kagami shared the exciting reveal of his first solo album, “Alone.”.Kagami's first solo album “A...

HYDE teams up with Good Smile Company for official Nendoroid figure

Erica

Feb 7, 2026

Entertainment

Internationally renowned rock star HYDE has been immortalized as everything from a ball-jointed doll to his own vodka. Now, fans can bring home an irresistibly charming HYDE figure that fits right in the palm o...

Recent Releases

Madmans Espirit’s haunting “Dandelion” music video creates chilling atmosphere

Jack

Feb 19, 2026

Music Video, Releases

On February 12, Madmans Espirit showcased a haunting grayscale music video for Dandelion. Featured on the upcoming album, Dandelion; Danzetsu, the new single reinforces Madmans Espirit's self-attributed label “...

Schwarz Stein makes digital debut with two streaming releases

Erica

Feb 18, 2026

Releases

The electronic duo Schwarz Stein, composed of vocalist Kaya and keyboardist Hora, have officially made their long-awaited digital debut. As of February 18, the group’s music is now available on major streaming ...

HYDE’s “THE ABYSS” music video showcases breathtaking Austrian locations

Sizergyia

Feb 10, 2026

Music Video, Releases

HYDE released his single THE ABYSS on January 29, on his birthday. That's not all, however, as he also performed on the same day to celebrate, making the occasion exceptionally special. To top it off, within th...

Interviews

Interview with Fukuro: inspiration fueled by touring the world

Sizergyia, afaenia

Feb 1, 2026

Interview

In the small pool of visual kei and visual kei-adjacent bands being brought overseas, there's Fukuro with its self-proclaimed "piano-rock" sound. Embodying said sound, all while wearing suits and ties, are voca...

Interview with CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE: Vocalist Chi- on whooping up second full-length album

Aya, Nori

Jan 24, 2026

Interview

Experimental alt-pop vocalist Chi- and fellow “creatures” Whoopies No. 1 and No. 2 of CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE blend vibrant creativity in their latest album Whoop It Up "DELUXE Edition". For the very first ti...

Interview with Crystal Lake: Entering a new era with “The Weight Of Sound”

NBT, afaenia

Dec 21, 2025

Interview, Releases, Tour and event

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 t...

Tours

BAND-MAID heads for first solo world tour 2026

Jorge M.

Feb 20, 2026

Tour and event

All-female rock sensation BAND-MAID has confirmed their first solo world tour for 2026, set to kick off in Hong Kong this March. The BAND-MAID WORLD TOUR 2026 includes performances across Hong Kong, Japan, Euro...

KAMIJO officially begins U.S. career with “SANCTUS OF THE DAMNED” show

Mizerable

Feb 18, 2026

Tour and event

Following his relocation to the United States, KAMIJO announces his official U.S. debut performance: “Signature Debut Show: SANCTUS OF THE DAMNED”. The concert is scheduled for July 18 at the United Theater on ...

Fukuro heads to Latin America for “ROAD TO LATIN AMERICA” in October

Sizergyia

Feb 18, 2026

Tour and event

Fukuro seem intent on touring the world over as the band, for the first time, will set off on a short three-day Latin America tour titled “ROAD TO LATIN AMERICA” in October.The tour will take them to Brazil...

New Bands

FUR dazzles audiences with “RU-TU-TU” music video

Jack

Feb 23, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

On February 11, new visual kei band FUR released their debut music video, RU-TU-TU. Draped in grand attire, FUR offers a fun, upbeat sound for listeners to delve into.FUR have revealed themselves to the wor...

New band GUMMY forms with members of PIERROT, Fukuro, deadman, and Merry

Jack

Jan 30, 2026

Music Video, New Band

The all new visual kei band GUMMY debuted January 21 with the music video for Koori no Ketsumatsu (氷の結末).GUMMY's lineup consists of vocalist Gara from MERRY (メリー), guitarist “Mad Dangerous” known as “aie” f...

Entertainment

HYDE teams up with Good Smile Company for official Nendoroid figure

Erica

Feb 7, 2026

Entertainment

Internationally renowned rock star HYDE has been immortalized as everything from a ball-jointed doll to his own vodka. Now, fans can bring home an irresistibly charming HYDE figure that fits right in the palm o...

Top 10 visual kei and Japanese rock artists 2025

Erica, NBT, Jack, Mazohyst_Kyo, Jorge M.

Jan 19, 2026

Entertainment

Welcome to our annual JROCK NEWS Top 10 ranking! Each year, we strive to highlight the visual kei and Japanese rock artists who made waves, and 2025 was a fiercely competitive year. From ambitious worldwide tou...

Vibrant moments from Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025

NBT

Nov 25, 2025

Entertainment, Tour and event, Vocaloid/Virtual singer

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 fir...

LUNA SEA drummer Shinya passes away at 56 years old

FUR dazzles audiences with “RU-TU-TU” music video

XaaXaa teases single “Gege no Koushin” in music video preview

BAND-MAID heads for first solo world tour 2026

indigo la End reveals single “Kagura” from upcoming album “Michita Murazaki”

Latest News

sukekiyo’s upcoming single “possess” gets worldwide digital release

Madmans Espirit’s haunting “Dandelion” music video creates chilling atmosphere

Schwarz Stein makes digital debut with two streaming releases

KAMIJO officially begins U.S. career with “SANCTUS OF THE DAMNED” show

Fukuro heads to Latin America for “ROAD TO LATIN AMERICA” in October

LiSA embarks first-ever Europe and UK tour 2026

HYDE’s “THE ABYSS” music video showcases breathtaking Austrian locations

Ryo closes girugamesh chapter, moves forward as solo artist “Ryo Trackmaker”

Kagami from DEXCORE reveals first solo album “Alone.”

HYDE teams up with Good Smile Company for official Nendoroid figure

Recent Releases

Madmans Espirit’s haunting “Dandelion” music video creates chilling atmosphere

Schwarz Stein makes digital debut with two streaming releases

HYDE’s “THE ABYSS” music video showcases breathtaking Austrian locations

Interviews

Interview with Fukuro: inspiration fueled by touring the world

Interview with CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE: Vocalist Chi- on whooping up second full-length album

Interview with Crystal Lake: Entering a new era with “The Weight Of Sound”

Tours

BAND-MAID heads for first solo world tour 2026

KAMIJO officially begins U.S. career with “SANCTUS OF THE DAMNED” show

Fukuro heads to Latin America for “ROAD TO LATIN AMERICA” in October

New Bands

FUR dazzles audiences with “RU-TU-TU” music video

New band GUMMY forms with members of PIERROT, Fukuro, deadman, and Merry

Entertainment

HYDE teams up with Good Smile Company for official Nendoroid figure

Top 10 visual kei and Japanese rock artists 2025

Vibrant moments from Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025