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Review: ELISE’s first mini-album “ELISE” displays masterful arrangements

Oct 5, 2026

Since ELISE's debut back in March, we have been on the edge of our seats, waiting impatiently for more music. The self-titled mini-album, ELISE, which finally released June 27, doesn't disappoint.Featuring ...

XaaXaa’s music video “KESYOU” explores monsters, growth, and makeup

Erica

Oct 4, 2026

Music Video, Releases

On October 1, visual kei band XaaXaa released the music video for KESYOU (化生), the band's fourth digital single this year.Compared to their previous releases, the dark, gothic world of Chigirechau and the p...

kein shares first look of upcoming album “Iustitia sine misericordia”

Erica

Oct 4, 2026

Music Video, Releases

kein’s first full-length album in three years, Iustitia sine misericordia, is just around the corner, arriving October 7. On October 3, kein uploaded an album preview to YouTube, offering fans their first glimp...

New band LEADER unites SUPER BEAVER, BUCK-TICK, Crossfaith, MOP of HEAD

Jack

Oct 3, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

With a star-studded lineup, LEADER revealed the first music video, "Madman?", on September 26. Following came the single's digital release on October 1.LEADER is the solo project of Uesugi Kenta (上杉研太), bas...

Review: DIE/MAY’s single “Eien no ame ni saku itami” echoes intense pain

Jack

Sep 27, 2026

Music Video, Releases

Finnish visual kei band DIE/MAY continue their decade-long career with the tear-jerking single and music video, Eien no ame ni saku itami (永遠ノ雨ニ咲く痛み). Amplifying their vision further, a music video for the sing...

Discover VALHALLA’s album “DOMINION” and its powerful emotions

Jack

Sep 27, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

On September 7 the visual kei band VALHALLA delivered a digital release of their first album, DOMINION. As a recent band debuting at the tail end of 2025, their album DOMINION gives listeners around the world 1...

GUMMY puts on delicate display with “Zouka” music video

Jack

Sep 11, 2026

Music Video, Releases

GUMMY unveiled their second music video, Zouka (造花), on August 25. The new track is featured on GUMMY's second EP, GIVE ME CHOCOLATE, and showcases a mellow side to the band.Compared to GUMMY's debut music ...

Interview: EMNW talks influences, self-titled album, and performing overseas

Jack

Sep 10, 2026

Interview

EMNW is a two-vocalist rock duo comprised of Emma and Menu. Merging a compilation of genres together, including nu metal, punk, hip-hop, and more, EMNW presents a fresh sound in rock music. Their rapid rise to ...

SLOTHREAT’s intricate album “APARADOXIA” proves 6-year wait was worth it

NBT

Sep 9, 2026

Music Video, Releases

Today, on September 9, SLOTHREAT released their second full-length album APARADOXIA, six years after their first album. The 10-track record includes new "APARADOXIA Version" takes on three previously released s...

Mawarimichi’s debut single “Yohaku” evokes a sentimental soundscape

Jack

Aug 30, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

The all-new six-piece band Mawarimichi (まわりみち) debuted their first single, Yohaku (余白), on August 21. Yohaku comes with a music video showcasing simple but effective imagery to match the sentimental musical atm...

kein announces first major-label full album, “Iustitia sine misericordia”

Erica

Aug 30, 2026

Releases

"kein"'s first full album in three years, Iustitia sine misericordia will be released on October 7. Iustitia sine misericordia marks the band's first full-length release since signing with major label King Reco...

Review: indigo la End’s album “Michita Murasaki” presents nostalgic compositions

Jack

Aug 24, 2026

Releases, Report and review

After a short delay due to production issues, indigo la End's highly anticipated album Michita Murasaki was released June 24. Michita Murasaki showcases the latest evolution of the band and demonstrates 16 year...

King Gnu electrifies audiences with “GO GHOST”, “THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” opening theme

Jorge M.

Aug 16, 2026

Anime, Music Video, Releases

King Gnu released GO GHOST, the opening theme song of the anime THE GHOST IN THE SHELL on July 29. The track is now available on digital platforms, including a music video on the band's YouTube channel.http...

EMNW enters new chapter with major debut single “LOVING TO GET US BY”

Jack

Aug 11, 2026

Music Video, Releases, Tour and event

EMNW released their major debut single, LOVING TO GET US BY, on July 31. LOVING TO GET US BY marks a new chapter for EMNW expanding their unique style of nu-metal to new horizons. A music video for the single w...