Erica, Author at JROCK NEWS

XaaXaa’s mini-album “Raku na Shinikata” promises crushing heaviness, cathartic light

Jun 6, 2025

XaaXaa has announced a venue-limited mini-album titled Raku na Shinikata (楽な死に方), which translates to "Easy Way to Die". Set for release on June 28, the physical edition will include a limited edition 16-page p...

Singaporean visual kei band MAO.A release debut music video “SEVER”

Erica

May 25, 2025

Music Video, New Band, Releases

Singaporean visual kei band "MAO.A" dropped their debut music video, SEVER, on May 18. Blending Japanese and English lyrics with harsh screams, melodic bridges, and pounding metal, the track reveals a band unaf...

Petit Brabancon adds Ling tosite sigure, SiM, Crossfaith to “CROSS COUNTER” concert series

Erica

May 16, 2025

Tour and event

In a surprising announcement, Petit Brabancon revealed that they will be joined by artists Ling tosite sigure, SiM, and Crossfaith on their upcoming CROSS COUNTER -02- tour this September.The tour kicks off...

DAMNED’s first European tour “JUKAI” hits 6 countries

Erica

May 15, 2025

Tour and event

Rising fast from Japan's indie rock scene, DAMNED takes on Europe for the very first time with DAMNED 2025 EUROPE TOUR: JUKAI. Kicking off on November 26 in Bochum, Germany, and concluding on December 7 in Lond...

kein’s second major EP “delusional inflammation” features 5 new songs

Erica

May 14, 2025

New Look, Releases

Nagoya-based rock band "kein" drops their second major EP, delusional inflammation, on July 9. The five-track release follows last year's major debut EP PARADOXON DOLORIS.As with their previous EP, delusion...

D’ESPAIRSRAY reunites after 14 years for CROSS ROAD Fest

Erica and afaenia

May 8, 2025

Disband/Hiatus/Revive, Tour and event

The wait is over—after 11 years since their last reunion, D'ESPAIRSRAY is back! After disbanding in 2011, the legendary band reunites for an exclusive performance at "CROSS ROAD Fest <DAY 1>". The two-day...

D=OUT soars into next era with digital single “SYOUDOU”

Erica

Apr 29, 2025

Releases, Tour and event

On April 28, D=OUT released their latest digital single SYOUDOU (翔動), marking their first new music since their 2024 album Gokudou. Available digitally worldwide, SYOUDOU is a bright, uplifting anthem that hera...

NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST’s “Nail in the coffin” visualizer mirrors track intensity

Erica

Apr 16, 2025

New Look, Releases, Videos

Following the April 4 release of their digital single Nail in the coffin, NOCTURNAL BLOODLUST released a visualizer video that amplifies the track's fierce atmosphere.The video pairs the band's explosive so...

NEGA revives for 20th-anniversary show at Shibuya Rex

Erica

Apr 14, 2025

Tour and event

Visual kei band NEGA reunites for a one-night-only show to mark their 20th anniversary. The event, titled NEGA 20th ANNIVERSARY ONEMAN LIVE 'NEGATIVISION -viginti anni-' takes place Friday, September 19, at Shi...

JLOCKS haircare partners with visual kei legends for ultimate rockstar products

Erica, NBT and Rin

Apr 1, 2025

Entertainment

Since the dawn of Jrock, fans have strived to recreate the epic hairstyles they see on stage. Now, achieving that iconic look is easier than ever, no stylist required! Enter JLOCKS, the ultimate haircare line f...

Interview with Hikari Shiina: Exploring the electric underground where fashion meets music

Erica and NBT

Mar 22, 2025

Interview

Discovered as a teen model and rising to fame through Popteen, Hikari Shiina—better known as "Pikarin"—has forged a bold path as a musician, fashion icon, and subculture trailblazer.Since her 2012 solo musi...

XaaXaa’s best-of album “Chuudoku Shoujou San” celebrates band’s 10th anniversary

Erica

Mar 5, 2025

Releases

XaaXaa marks a decade of music with the release of their third greatest hits album, Chuudoku Shoujou San (ベストアルバム中毒症状〜三〜), on March 30, 2025. This two-disc collection features 23 tracks and continues the theme...

Interview with solo musician Mike: “This is Wagatame”

Erica and afaenia

Feb 22, 2025

Interview

Wagatame, the solo project led by former Blu-BiLLioN vocalist Mike, made a striking first impression at Nekocon 2024 with their debut U.S. performance. Joined by guitarist "mag." (also of Blu-BiLLioN) and drumm...

SiM’s single “CHAMPiONS” declared official theme song for Apex Legends Global Series

Erica

Feb 22, 2025

Releases, Tour and event

Reggae-punk band SiM's latest single, CHAMPiONS, is the official theme song for the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 4 Championship and is now available on all major digital platforms.ALGS, the premie...

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