Bri, Author at JROCK NEWS

Interview: Ado chronicles first trip around the world

Apr 20, 2024

Japanese singer Ado has risen from online enigma to indisputable chart topper in just a few short years. With countless viral songs and now a successful world tour under her belt, it truly feels like she's on t...

the GazettE bassist Reita passes away at age 42

Bri and NBT

Apr 16, 2024

Lineup change

We regretfully announce that Reita, bassist of the legendary Jrock band the GazettE, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the age of 42.the GazettE staff account released an official notice on Twitter (X), sha...

Report: Ado bedazzles Los Angeles with first world tour “Wish”

Bri and Nori

Apr 11, 2024

Tour and event

On March 29, Ado brought magic to Los Angeles while journeying on her first world tour Wish, powered by CrunchyRoll. The acclaimed virtuosa brought down the sold-out Peacock Theater for over 7,000 attendees, so...

Broken By The Scream hits refresh with new member Yayoi and “Gekkou Karen Stripe” video

Bri

Mar 28, 2024

Lineup change, Music Video

Metal idol group Broken By The Scream delivers a two-hit combo with the debut of their newest member Yayoi and the release of their music video Gekkou Karen Stripe ( -月光可憐ストライプ-).It was announced previously...

Interview: Sana Takizawa breaks boundaries, inspires fans at Anime Los Angeles

Bri

Mar 18, 2024

Interview

Visual kei artist Sana Takizawa held two performances at Anime Los Angeles on both Friday and Saturday. JROCK NEWS had the privilege of attending the Saturday show and sitting down with him for an interview. ...

Interview: Broken By The Scream debuts with newest member at Anime Los Angeles

Bri and Rin

Mar 11, 2024

Interview, Lineup change, Tour and event

Metal idols Broken By The Scream performed at Anime Los Angeles on both January 5 and 6, thrilling international fans with their death metal screams and adorable idol vocals. JROCK NEWS had the privilege of not...

TK from Ling tosite sigure performs opening song for “My Hero Academia” Season 7

Bri

Feb 27, 2024

Anime, Releases

TK from Ling tosite sigure confirmed that he would be in charge of the opening song for the upcoming seventh season of the popular TV anime My Hero Academia. It was announced on Twitter following the initial an...

MIYAVI explores duality with “Broken Fantasy” and “Tragedy Of Us”

Bri

Feb 13, 2024

Releases

After building up the anticipation on social media, samurai guitarist MIYAVI finally released two new tracks to the world on February 4. The digital single Broken Fantasy, along with its B-side track Tragedy Of...

Kizu’s “Bee-autiful days” music video creates a buzz

Bri

Dec 15, 2023

Music Video, Releases

Visual kei band Kizu released their 13th single "Bee-autiful days" on December 13. The release is accompanied by a music video posted to the band's YouTube channel."Bee-autiful days" was first performed at ...

Report: BAND-MAID rocks Yokohama Arena for “10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR” finale

Bri

Dec 13, 2023

Online Concert

On November 26, BAND-MAID took the stage at Yokohama Arena for the final stop on its 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR. The arena hosted an audience of 8,000 and the show was also broadcast across the globe via a livestrea...

Broken By The Scream and SANA set to rock Anime Los Angeles 2024

Bri

Nov 22, 2023

Tour and event

Anime Los Angeles announced that their musical guests for 2024 include the metal idol group Broken By The Scream, as well as the soulful artist SANA, each poised to captivate audiences with their unique sounds....

LM.C breathes new life into 15-year old song with “JOKER -2023-“

Bri

Nov 3, 2023

Music Video, Releases

Visual kei duo LM.C celebrated Halloween in style by posting their new music video for JOKER -2023- on October 31. The song is a new recording of their song JOKER -my Name is- from the album "GIMMICAL☆IMPACT!!"...

Report: YOSHIKI’s classical performance rocks Royal Albert Hall

Bri

Nov 1, 2023

Report and review, Tour and event

On October 13, Japanese superstar YOSHIKI performed with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and GRAMMY award-winning artists Ellie Goulding and St. Vincent for a unique classical performance at the Royal ...

NA.NA confronts the challenges of living with back to back digital singles

Bri

Oct 26, 2023

Music Video, New Look, Releases

If you've found yourself questioning the meaning of life lately, the visual kei band "NA.NA" is right there with you. NA.NA released two consecutive digital singles Itsuka Bokutachiha Shindeshimaunda and Ikiru ...

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