Releases

ASAGI’s music video “Tenringoku” takes viewers on a cosmic journey

Jul 15, 2026

ASAGI revealed a music video with mythical visuals for "Tenringoku" (天輪獄). The single blazed into general release on July 3.Drawing from folklore, ASAGI plays the role of a three-legged golden crow. Viewers...

lynch. album “CLIMAX” gets international physical release via JPU Records

Sizergyia

Jul 13, 2026

Music Video, Releases

lynch. simultaneously physically released their album titled CLIMAX in Japan on July 1, with JPU Records bringing the album to international shores in a digital format. That's not all, however, as JPU Records w...

OSHABURI unleashes first mini-album “Sasshohenaikainjoron” on digital streaming services

Jack

Jul 13, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

New visual kei band OSHABURI (おしゃぶり) has released their first mini-album Sasshohenaikainjoron (擦傷偏愛感情論) digitally on June 28. The mini-album was previously only available physically from live shows, but finally...

Kizu reveals details of upcoming album “Gokuraku Yori Gokujo no Ame”

Jack

Jul 5, 2026

Music Video, New Look, Releases

On July 1, Kizu (キズ) released an abundance of exciting information regarding their new album Gokuraku Yori Gokujo no Ame (極楽より極上の雨), due out August 5. Alongside this information came a thrilling music video for...

Fukuro offers escapism in rebellious single “.paaM”

Jack

Jul 1, 2026

Releases

Fukuro (梟) showcased their new track ".paaM" on June 27. The single came with an "audio video" showcasing the cover art..paaM is a fast-tempo track that follows a darker harmonic structure in line with Fuku...

Review: Maverick Mom’s album “Travessia” takes you on a musical adventure

Jack

Jul 1, 2026

Releases, Report and review

Maverick Mom released their first full album, Travessia, on May 13. Travessia takes you on a journey spanning two discs covering new material and revisiting classics from their past. The title Travessia comes f...

MAQIA inspires courage with single “Kizudarake Hero”

NBT

Jun 27, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

MAQIA released its empowering digital single "Kizudarake Hero" (傷だらけヒーロー) on June 18, accompanied by a heartwarming music video. The song, composed by guitarist TaJI (formerly of Rides In ReVellion), with lyric...

PARAMENA redefines djent with new formidable lineup and second album

afaenia

Jun 11, 2026

Lineup change, New Look, Releases

The djent band PARAMENA, whose aim is "defining a new standard of djent", has unveiled a formidable new support lineup following its May 17 solo show, which marked the final performance for former guitarist Say...

XaaXaa’s music video “Chigire Chau” traps viewers in a haunted puppet show

Erica

Jun 9, 2026

Music Video, New Look, Releases

XaaXaa returns with another decadent, dark release; this time, as marionettes. On June 9, their latest digital single Chigire Chau (ちぎれちゃう) arrived alongside a macabre music video.The video unfolds as a nig...

DRUGS’ “AKUMA” music video captures a dark story with horrifying visuals

Jack

Jun 9, 2026

Music Video, New Look, Releases

After the streaming release of the album D/D/D back in April, DRUGS are already back in action with a music video for the new single AKUMA (悪魔), released May 26.Although past releases from DRUGS may have co...

Dolly rises from a deep sleep with upcoming single “Un, Deux, Trois”

Erica

Jun 9, 2026

New Look, Releases

Following the conclusion of their 20th-anniversary activities in 2025, Dolly has announced a brand-new single, Un, Deux, Trois (アン・ドゥ・トロワ), due out on July 22. The band has also launched their official fan club...

RAZOR’s single “Kyokou no Mokushiroku” featured as “Buzz Rythm 02” June ending theme

Erica

Jun 8, 2026

New Look, Releases

RAZOR has announced that their 17th single, Kyokou no Mokushiroku (虚構ノ黙示録), will be released on June 24. The track has also been selected as the June ending theme for Nippon TV’s television program Buzz Rhythm...

SUPERKNOVA’s “Nihao Dopamine” music video unites Japan and China’s artistry

Jack

Jun 8, 2026

Lineup change, Music Video, Releases

May 25 marks a big news day for SUPERKNOVA not only revealing their newest member, drummer Usanagi Mel (宇佐木める), but also revealing a dazzling music video for Nihao Dopamine (你好ど〜ぱみん☆), releasing as a single Jun...

Fukuro’s “CHOCOLATE WAR” music video outpours emotion, dangerous visuals

Jack

Jun 3, 2026

Music Video, New Look, Releases

Fukuro revealed the highly anticipated single CHOCOLATE WAR on May 19 with an accompanying music video. The new song, available digitally worldwide, and visuals showcase a darker side to the band as they outpou...