Releases

DIR EN GREY heralds upcoming album “MORTAL DOWNER” with fresh artist visuals

Mar 25, 2026

Only two weeks remain until DIR EN GREY release their 12th studio album, MORTAL DOWNER, on April 8. Stoking anticipation, the band unveiled new artist visuals on March 25; their first in nearly two years, follo...

OLIVIA returns to music with “Wish -Reimagined-”, self-cover from anime “NANA”

Erica

Mar 9, 2026

Anime, Releases

Twenty years have passed since OLIVIA (Olivia Lufkin) released Wish, the opening theme for the hit romance anime NANA, based on Ai Yazawa’s beloved manga. Now, the singer has surprised fans by announcing a newl...

Petit Brabancon previews single “haunted house” on tour

Erica

Mar 7, 2026

Releases, Tour and event

Petit Brabancon has announced a new single, “haunted house”, composed by drummer yukihiro. The song was previously performed during last year’s tour, and while its official release date has yet to be announced,...

Chaidura’s thrilling single “Addiction” faces internal struggles

Jack

Mar 5, 2026

Music Video, Releases, Tour and event

London-based artist Chaidura wrestles with inner demons in his latest track, Addiction, released February 20. The heavy new track will also release on the upcoming EP LIMINAL this June.Addiction blends infl...

FUR dazzles audiences with “RU-TU-TU” music video

Jack

Feb 23, 2026

Music Video, New Band, Releases

On February 11, new visual kei band FUR released their debut music video, RU-TU-TU. Draped in grand attire, FUR offers a fun, upbeat sound for listeners to delve into.FUR have revealed themselves to the wor...

XaaXaa teases single “Gege no Koushin” in music video preview

Erica

Feb 23, 2026

New Look, Releases

On March 1, XaaXaa releases their digital single, Gege no Koushin (下下の行進). Streaming and download links will go live on March 1, local time.A week before the single’s release, the band offered fans a first ...

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

Jack

Feb 19, 2026

Music Video, Releases

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...