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Ado, LiSA, Kenshi Yonezu, Fujii Kaze among MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 nominees

May 17, 2026

MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN has revealed the full list of nominees for the categories set to be awarded at the Grand Ceremony taking place on Saturday, June 13, at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO.This year marks its second insta...

Schwarz Stein announces first European tour, performing alongside Kaya

Erica

May 14, 2026

Tour and event

Kaya and Schwarz Stein have announced a European tour scheduled for August and September 2026. The tour marks Kaya's first return to Europe in 14 years. It also serves as the European live debut of Schwarz Stei...

Fatüm’s debut music video “Canary” showcases extravagant visuals

Jack

May 14, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

After announcing the formation of Fatüm back in April, the stunning visuals of their debut music video Canary were revealed on May 1. This finally demonstrated Fatüm's vision to the world.Canary transports ...

Report: HANABIE. ignites frenzy across San Francisco Bay Area

Nori

May 11, 2026

Report and review

On a chilly, drizzling Friday evening in San Francisco, a sold-out crowd wrapped around August Hall, eager for HANABIE.’s return. The show marked the penultimate stop of the band’s latest U.S. tour, an ambitiou...

Interview: Madmans Esprit delves into inspirations behind album “Dandelion; Danjeol”

Jack

May 10, 2026

Interview, Releases

Madmans Espirit is rapidly becoming a fan favorite in the visual kei scene. Initially a solo project of vocalist Kyuho, Madmans Esprit has evolved monumentally with guitarists Juho and Somyul, bassist Geon, and...

Review: DIR EN GREY sinks into despair on “MORTAL DOWNER”

Nori and Erica

May 6, 2026

Report and review

DIR EN GREY returned on April 8 with MORTAL DOWNER, the band's 12th studio album and first in nearly four years since PHALARIS. As the band approaches its 30th anniversary in 2027, the release arrives with a qu...

Giveaway: Win tickets to Anisong Festa to see Cö shu Nie, yama, Nakagawa Shoko

NBT and Jorge M.

May 4, 2026

Anime, Featured, Tour and event

In collaboration with Japan Expo to celebrate their 25th anniversary, JROCK NEWS and Japan Expo are giving a total of six lucky winners the opportunity to attend the Anisong Festa concert in Paris, France on J...

KAMIJO embarks European 2026 tour “SANCTUARY OF EUROPE”

Mizerable

May 3, 2026

Tour and event

Following his "SANCTUARY OF THE DAMNED" show in Los Angeles, KAMIJO will embark on a European tour spanning eight stops. Scheduled for autumn 2026, "SANCTUARY OF EUROPE" will bring KAMIJO's signature aesthetic ...

“Luminous” music video showcases AiNA THE END’s captivating performance

Jorge M.

May 1, 2026

Anime, Music Video, Releases

On April 3, AiNA THE END released the music video of Luminous, the 29th opening theme of the anime One Piece. The song is already available on major digital platforms.The music video showcases a dance led b...

Giveaway: Win free tickets to OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM’s concert film, exclusive screening in Hollywood

Erica

May 1, 2026

Featured, Tour and event

OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM unveils an exclusive screening of their live concert film “OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM LIVE at STADIUM 2025” on May 17, at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA. The film documents the fin...

Petit Brabancon’s single “haunted house” available digitally worldwide

Erica

Apr 26, 2026

Releases

Back in March, Petit Brabancon offered concertgoers a preview of their single haunted house during their tour, distributing access with a privileged QR code. As of April 21, the track has been released digitall...

MUCC adds two solo shows to Europe appearance

Erica

Apr 26, 2026

Tour and event

MUCC has announced two standalone European performances to accompany their appearance at the upcoming “B7KLAN J-ROCK FEST” in Paris. The band first takes the stage in Berlin, Germany on July 9, before continuin...

DIR EN GREY’s music video “MOBS” channels darkness of album “MORTAL DOWNER”

Erica

Apr 25, 2026

Music Video

Following a series of teaser clips, DIR EN GREY released the “promotional edit” music video for MOBS on April 24. The song appears on their latest album, MORTAL DOWNER, released earlier this month.The video...

Chaidura exhibits provoking visuals in “Plastic Beauty” music video

Jack

Apr 24, 2026

Music Video, Releases

Chaidura unveiled earlier today the music video for the third single, Plastic Beauty, from the upcoming EP LIMINAL.The new single Plastic Beauty expresses the liminal stage of self-love through a diverse ra...