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Report: SiM’s sold-out “THE RUMBLING iN LDN” performance serves explosive display of showmanship

Aug 6, 2023

Within the space of nearly a year, reggae punk outfit SiM, also known as "Silence iz Mine", recently saw their overseas activities materialize in a big way. In August 2022, the band performed in the US at both ...

DEATHGAZE reunites for studio performance of iconic “BLOOD”

NBT

Aug 5, 2023

Disband/Hiatus/Revive, Music Video

DEATHGAZE, the currently on-hiatus metal band, has gathered its four members again for a studio performance of the iconic song, BLOOD. This marks the first time in a very long while that the band has played tog...

Review: BAND-MAID annihilates in single “Shambles”

Nori

Aug 3, 2023

Releases, Tour and event, Videos

Hard rock juggernauts of BAND-MAID come back swinging in digital single Shambles, their first new track in six months. Whereas the previous tune Memorable offered a sentimental retrospective on US TOUR 2022, Sh...

sukekiyo’s alluring “MOAN” music video, a dark dream in neon lights

Erica

Aug 1, 2023

Music Video, Releases

sukekiyo's "MOAN" music video premiered on YouTube on August 1, 2023. As always, the band's unpredictable style takes us on a journey into a dark dream, leaving room for interpretation.In MOAN, neon lights ...

Yugiri and SARSHI rock NekoCon 2023, showcasing visual kei

Erica

Aug 1, 2023

Tour and event

NekoCon, an annual convention celebrating Japanese culture in Hampton, Virginia continues celebrating visual kei rock music with guests Yugiri (DaizyStripper) and SARSHI (Flutter Echo, HERO, Nana). Vocalist Yug...

Rorschach.inc celebrates 2nd anniversary with haunting ballad “AIR”

Astrid

Jul 31, 2023

New Look, Releases

Underground mecha rabbits "Rorschach.inc" celebrated their second anniversary by releasing their first ballad AIR on July 21. The new song was first exposed during a live performance at Takadanobaba CLUB PHASE ...

Interview with Kai: the GazettE’s 20 years of evolution

afaenia and Rin

Jul 26, 2023

Interview

This interview was originally published by “club Zy.” in Japanese. JROCK NEWS is partnering with club Zy. and Vijuttoke with the aim to popularize Japanese visual kei globally. Learn more about our partnership ...

Japanese band ASTERISM Live at S.O.B.'s in New York 7/11/23

Report: ASTERISM heats up in New York debut

Jonathan Lane

Jul 24, 2023

Report and review, Tour and event

Back in the US after four years, MASS METAL powerhouse ASTERISM delivers a free world-class performance in its debut appearance in New York City. Fans lined up outside S.O.B.'s in lower Manhattan on a blazing J...

IKEA creates captivating slice of life anime, showcases iconic products

NBT

Jul 19, 2023

Anime

IKEA U.S. has taken a step into the world of anime, capturing Gen Z consumers with the launch of its slice-of-life anime shorts on TikTok. The series features its iconic products, bringing them from three-dimen...

Review: DIR EN GREY’s 25th anniversary concert captures intense emotions, haunting silence

Erica

Jul 16, 2023

Releases, Report and review

DIR EN GREY released live footage from their momentous 25th-anniversary concert, titled 25th Anniversary TOUR22 FROM DEPRESSION TO ________, on July 5.As ardent followers of the band know, DIR EN GREY has t...

XaaXaa holds first US performance at Katsucon 2024

Astrid

Jul 15, 2023

Tour and event

XaaXaa prepares to rock America for the first time at Katsucon 2024!The sensational visual kei band, XaaXaa, makes their long-awaited US debut as the esteemed musical guests at Katsucon 2024. Mark your cale...

SiM threatens to rock the world with 6th album “PLAYDEAD”

Erica

Jul 14, 2023

Anime, Releases, Tour and event

SiM, the powerhouse metal rockers renowned worldwide, unleash their long-awaited album PLAYDEAD on September 24. This announcement brings forth a wave of thrilling revelations, including expansive tours...

Luv PARADE’s “DEVIL’S NEW WORLD” concert promises more D’espairsRay songs than ever

Erica

Jul 11, 2023

Tour and event

Luv PARADE takes the stage on September 9 for their highly anticipated one-man performance, DEVIL'S NEW WORLD at the venue Veats Shibuya in Tokyo. This performance marks their grand finale for 2023. Adding to t...

YOSHIKI’s “REQUIEM” cover art by Yoshitaka Amano pays tribute to late mother

Bri

Jul 10, 2023

Releases, Tour and event

Anime Expo is the largest anime convention in North America, bringing together fans of Japanese anime, pop culture, fashion, and music from all over the world—so naturally it was the perfect setting to host the...