Releases

indigo la End reveals single “Kagura” from upcoming album “Michita Murazaki”

Feb 19, 2026

indigo la End released their latest single, Kagura, on major streaming services February 10. An action-packed music video followed on Friday, February 13.The new single, Kagura, as usual, features an upbeat...

sukekiyo’s upcoming single “possess” gets worldwide digital release

Erica

Feb 19, 2026

Releases

Avant-garde rock band sukekiyo has announced the release of a new digital single, “possess”, arriving February 26.Known for their lavish, art-driven physical editions, and limited release demo tapes, sukeki...

Madmans Espirit’s haunting “Dandelion” music video creates chilling atmosphere

Jack

Feb 19, 2026

Music Video, Releases

On February 12, Madmans Espirit showcased a haunting grayscale music video for Dandelion. Featured on the upcoming album, Dandelion; Danzetsu, the new single reinforces Madmans Espirit's self-attributed label “...

Schwarz Stein makes digital debut with two streaming releases

Erica

Feb 18, 2026

Releases

The electronic duo Schwarz Stein, composed of vocalist Kaya and keyboardist Hora, have officially made their long-awaited digital debut. As of February 18, the group’s music is now available on major streaming ...

HYDE’s “THE ABYSS” music video showcases breathtaking Austrian locations

Sizergyia

Feb 10, 2026

Music Video, Releases

HYDE released his single THE ABYSS on January 29, on his birthday. That's not all, however, as he also performed on the same day to celebrate, making the occasion exceptionally special. To top it off, within th...

Ryo closes girugamesh chapter, moves forward as solo artist “Ryo Trackmaker”

NBT

Feb 10, 2026

Band status, New Look, Releases

Ryo, the former drummer and main composer of girugamesh, has begun a new chapter by reestablishing his name, "Ryo Trackmaker", as a solo artist, with a new release set for February 13 at 22:00 (JST). Previously...

Kagami from DEXCORE reveals first solo album “Alone.”

Jack

Feb 9, 2026

Releases

In early January, vocalist Kagami from DEXCORE hinted at re-recording his solo music. Finally, on January 29, Kagami shared the exciting reveal of his first solo album, “Alone.”.Kagami's first solo album “A...

Survive Said The Prophet features coldrain’s Masato in “Speak of the Devil” music video

Jorge M.

Feb 7, 2026

Anime, Music Video, Releases

Survive Said The Prophet released the music video of the band's single Speak Of The Devil on January 17. Featuring vocalist Masato from the band “coldrain”, the song serves as the ending theme for the anime Fir...

Support Jrock artists this Friday as Bandcamp pass all funds to musicians (2026)

NBT

Feb 6, 2026

Doujin, Releases

The online music store Bandcamp continues its support of artists through "Bandcamp Friday", giving music fans a 24-hour window to send money directly to artists and labels through purchases on the store.On ...

Report: HYDE celebrates birthday with “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL” global livestream

Erica

Jan 31, 2026

Releases, Report and review

On January 29, HYDE celebrated his birthday with a special orchestral performance at Tokyo Garden Theatre. The show was streamed worldwide via Live Viewing Japan and simulcast in theaters across all Japan’s 47 ...

HEROINE FROM the Nether’s “MIDNIGHT” music video visualizes former cocklobin vocalist’s project

Sizergyia

Jan 24, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

The year 2025 saw former "cocklobin" vocalist "nigu" and his solo project, HEROINE from the Nether, release their first album titled MIDNIGHT on April 23, with the title also serving as the concept. However, it...

HYDE performs historic live concert in Austria, “Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL in Wien”

Erica

Jan 18, 2026

Releases, Tour and event

Tickets are now on sale for HYDE's orchestral performance in Vienna, Austria, HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL in Wien, taking place on Monday, May 25. This concert represents a historic milestone as the first t...

POLKADOT STINGRAY presents playful music video “Killer Record”

Sizergyia

Jan 18, 2026

Music Video, New Look, Releases

POLKADOT STINGRAY released their fifth album, Gekirin, on December 24, and there's no better way to bring the noise for its arrival than the music video for the ninth track, Killer Record.The band presents ...

Former DEVILOOF guitarist debuts dystopian deathcore project VELHMORA

Jack

Jan 17, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

After a short cryptic teaser to start the new year, VELHMORA makes their debut with a heavy three-track EP of the same name, released on January 14. A technologically grotesque music video for the track CRPTD w...