Japanese metal outfit KNOSIS is back with a thunderous new single, Fuhai (腐敗), featuring YUKINA from the Harajuku core band “HANABIE.”. This release marks a significant milestone for KNOSIS as they officially join the roster of the American label SharpTone Records, home to bands like Crystal Lake and others.

The digital single, along with its gripping music video, premiered on September 27. You can watch the official video below.

Knosis - FUHAI (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

In discussing the collaboration, KNOSIS frontman Ryo Kinoshita shared insight into the track’s concept: “Fuhai = Scarlet Aeonia, and the song features the goddess of rot”. This reference highlights YUKINA’s vocal feature, while also nodding to Ryo’s well-known love for video games. “Scarlet Aeonia” refers to a move from the video game Elden Ring, where a massive flower erupts into scarlet rot—a fitting metaphor for the song’s explosive energy. Ryo has frequently cited video games as a creative influence, with KNOSIS’ breakout track Sei-Sai drawing inspiration from the series Metal Gear.

Beyond its thematic depth, Fuhai also marks a new chapter for KNOSIS with their signing to SharpTone Records. This partnership introduces the band to a broader overseas audience. SharpTone describes KNOSIS as:

KNOSIS is the brainchild of Japanese multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Ryo Kinoshita. With songs written to represent the internal battle Ryo has faced during the past few years, they are filled with pure emotional essence of pain and loneliness which can be seen through the lyrics and dynamics of each song. Prepare yourself for the first book of Ryo Kinoshita’s new journey.

KNOSIS encompasses everything from metal riffs to hardcore breakdowns and sets all listeners off to break their PBs in the gym, while offering a unique set of emotions that bring them through up and down spirals, helping them to carry on through the day.

With Fuhai serving as a blistering introduction to KNOSIS’ new era, excitement is building for what’s to come. An album has already been teased for later this year, and if Fuhai is any indication, KNOSIS is set to make serious waves. The momentum is only growing, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this band.

The announcement, featuring vocalist Ryo Kinoshita offers a warm welcome to SharpTone Records.

🗓 Date📍 Location🎶 Venue🔗 Info📝 Notes
September 15, 2024
Okayama, Okayama PrefectureCRAZYMAMA 2nd RoomTicketswith TYOSiN, ZETTON
September 16, 2024
Yonago, Tottori PrefectureAZTiC laughsTicketswith TYOSiN, Yada Soy Sauce Brewery (vendor booth)
September 18, 2024
Fukuoka, Fukuoka PrefectureLIVE HOUSE OP’sTicketswith universe last a ward, Evilgloom
September 20, 2024
Takamatsu, Kagawa PrefectureTOONICETicketswith universe last a ward, Slaying Under Mines
September 21, 2024
Sold out
Osaka, Osaka PrefectureHOKAGETicketswith universe last a ward, Grudge Ring
September 22, 2024
Sold out
Nagoya, Nagoya PrefectureR.A.D.Ticketswith Merging Moon, Runs In Bone Marrow
September 24, 2024
Kanazawa, Ishikawa PrefecturevanvanV4Ticketswith kokeshi, WHITE ASTER
September 25, 2024
Toyama, Toyama PrefectureSOUL POWERTicketswith kokeshi
September 27, 2024
Sendai, Miyagi Prefectureenn 2ndTicketswith kokeshi
September 28, 2024
Niigata, Niigata Prefectureclub RIVERSTTicketswith sutari forest: Cold Rose, DSXTX, DIVINITIST
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  1. Fuhai
    腐敗