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Interview with MAD JAMIE: The spirit of “Kawaii is Fxxk” and idol punk rock

Sep 25, 2023

Back in late July, we had the chance to sit down with Kanjosen Akubi (感情線あくび) from MAD JAMIE, who at the time had just performed at NärCon, Northern Europe's largest anime convention. This marked MAD JAMIE's fi...

New enigmatic band Ave Mujica uncovers “Alea jacta est”, 1st mini-album

NBT

Sep 14, 2023

New Band, Releases

Ave Mujica, the enigmatic new band that emerged as part of the "BanG Dream!" project, released the mini-album Alea jacta est on September 13.The band consists of five mysterious masked female members that w...

DEATHGAZE revives for 20th anniversary concerts

NBT

Sep 6, 2023

Disband/Hiatus/Revive, New Look, Tour and event

As the members of DEATHGAZE gradually reunited one by one—and even filmed a studio performance—the spark that was ignited has now prompted the band to come back to life for its 20th-anniversary celebration!...

EGOIST ceases activities after upcoming concerts

NBT

Aug 29, 2023

Disband/Hiatus/Revive

EGOIST declares that it will cease activities after the two upcoming concerts:EGOIST LIVE 2023 Fleeting Ruby "The Crescendo"0923 OSAKA EGOIST LIVE 2023 Resonant Indigo "Echoes of Everlasting"1009 YOKOH...

YouTube Music Weekend 7.0 joined by 57 artists: Eve, ZUTOMAYO, Reol, YOASOBI

NBT

Aug 25, 2023

Doujin, Music Video, Online Concert

A fantastic new installment of "YouTube Music Weekend 7.0" is commencing today, August 25, and will run through until August 27. The online event brings various videos, including live performances, talks, and n...

Reol performs new arrangement of “Dairokkan” on THE FIRST TAKE

NBT

Aug 22, 2023

Music Video, Releases

Reol performed on the prestigious THE FIRST TAKE YouTube channel, where the entire recording was done in only one single take. The song chosen for this occasion was her hit song Dairokkan (第六感), a song which ga...

THE MUSMUS’ first music video in four years “Yamiyami”!

NBT

Aug 13, 2023

Disband/Hiatus/Revive, Music Video, Tour and event

THE MUSMUS went on hiatus in 2019 due to a series of tragic events, including miscarriage and member departure. However, after four years, the band is back with fresh new activities, and surprises with a music ...

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...

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...

Luv PARADE’s “DEVIL’S PARTY #3” concert thrills both in-person and streaming

Erica and NBT

Jul 5, 2023

Online Concert, Tour and event

Luv PARADE, a band made of former members of D'espairsRay, proudly presents its concert event "DEVIL'S PARTY #3" on July 9. The event offers both in-person tickets and an exciting livestreaming option. The lege...

DEVILOOF embarks Latin America tour in 2024

NBT

Jul 2, 2023

Tour and event

After previously canceling the Latin America tour in 2022, DEVILOOF has once again set its sights on the region, with a new tour planned for next year. The tour will hit four countries in total during the month...

Crystal Lake’s monumental “Rebirth” music video spotlights new vocalist

NBT

Jul 1, 2023

Music Video, Releases

Crystal Lake has released the double A-side single titled "Denial // Rebirth" on June 23, in conjunction with two impactful music videos for the tracks.Notably, "Denial // Rebirth" marks the band's first si...

Virtual singer Shiki Miyoshino major debuts with “hanahaki syndrome” single under Sony Music

NBT

Jun 28, 2023

Releases, Videos

Shiki Miyoshino (美吉野しき), a member of the virtual YouTuber group PRISM Project, is set to make her major debut under Sony Music Labels Inc. with her digital single titled hanahaki syndrome. The upcoming single w...

Reol provides theme song “Kissaki” for Rurouni Kenshin anime remake

NBT

Jun 21, 2023

Anime, Releases, Videos

Reol has released the anime version of the song Kissaki (切っ先, Edge) on June 19. It serves as the ending theme song for the anticipated shounen anime "Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan", which is a remake ...

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