Tour Archives

Haru Nemuri returns to North America for “Shunka Ryougen” tour 2022

26 August 2022

Haru Nemuri makes a return to North America this October with a generous monthlong tour in conjunction with the latest released album, Shunka Ryougen. Her passionate and energetic shows at SXSW (South by Sou...

Interview: How touring abroad changed ACME’s worldview completely

Erica

20 August 2022

Interview, Tour

On July 18, visual metalcore quartet ACME played their first-ever concert in New York. ACME commanded a packed dancefloor, assaulting them with crisp, high-treble drums, chugging basslines, and melodic guita...

Sick² continues active year with single”Ransou”

Erica

14 August 2022

New Look, Releases, Tour

Visual kei band Sick² continues an active year of releases with its third single of 2022, Ransou (爛葬). Ransou hits shelves on September 21, with a special bundle offer for overseas customers from Chaotic Harmon...

BAND-MAID rockets back into action in “Unleash!!!!!” music video

Nori

12 August 2022

Music Video, Tour

Hard rocking virtuosas of BAND-MAID unveil the music video for "Unleash!!!!!", the lead track for its upcoming titular EP. Interlaced with anime cuts of the fivesome transforming into Sailor Moon-esque heroines...

Interview: NEMOPHILA before kicking ass at Whisky a Go Go part 3

G Andrew White

24 July 2022

Interview, Tour

Before NEMOPHILA took the stage at Whisky a Go Go on July 1, we had a sit-down chat with them. In person, their candidness and sweet personalities were charming and disarming. So, we had to find out how these i...

Kouki and HIZAKI perform together at Nekocon 2022

Erica

23 July 2022

Tour

It's been a few years in the making, but Nekocon attendees can finally experience D=OUT's music in person! Vocalist Kouki (D=OUT) and guitarist HIZAKI (Versailles, Jupiter) will perform at Nekocon 2022. Atte...

Crossfaith adds 18 countries to world tour “ATLAS OF FAITH” 2022

NBT

23 July 2022

Tour

Despite everything the world has been throwing at us recently, Crossfaith is showing no signs of stopping! After just finishing a European tour earlier this month, they've now made plans to once again tour the ...

SUGIZO unveils signature delay pedal with FREE THE TONE

Nori

22 July 2022

Entertainment, Tour

Rock icon SUGIZO collaborates with audio effects manufacturer FREE THE TONE to offer a custom version of its FLIGHT TIME digital delay pedal. The limited 100-unit run in homage to the illustrious lead guitarist...

Report: NEMOPHILA kicks ass at Whisky a Go Go part 2

G Andrew White

13 July 2022

Featured, Review, Tour

On July 1 NEMOPHILA, in their first international performance, stepped onto the stage of the world-famous venue Whisky a Go Go. Confidently, they stood before a sold-out house with fans hypnotized and stunned i...

SCANDAL struts with new signature Fender guitars and bass

Nori

11 July 2022

Entertainment, Tour

Schoolgirls-turned-alt-rock sensation SCANDAL flaunts three new signature instruments in partnership with guitar production giant Fender. The Haruna Telecaster Boost guitar, Mami Stratocaster Omochi guitar, and...

G.L.A.M.S to rock Washington DC at Otakon 2022

Erica

10 July 2022

Tour

Are you ready, Washington DC? Japanese rock band G.L.A.M.S is coming to rock the stage all weekend long at this year's Otakon convention! Fans and attendees can join them for a full-length concert, Q&A p...

BAND-MAID “Unleash” EP details at Anime Expo

Nori

9 July 2022

Releases, Tour

Hard rock maidens of BAND-MAID let loose key details of their massively anticipated new record Unleash, scheduled for release on September 21. EP Unleash will deliver eight tracks including the titular tune, th...

Interview with NEMOPHILA: “We are here to kick your ass!” part 1

G Andrew White

1 July 2022

Interview, Tour

Making their first debut in America, NEMOPHILA prepares to perform a sold-out show at the world-famous Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood, CA. As a crowd gathers on the Sunset Strip, there is much anticipation for thi...

ONE OK ROCK’s North America 2022 tour kicks off with single “Save Yourself”

Erica

22 June 2022

Releases, Tour

Alternative rock band ONE OK ROCK surprised fans with a double-whammy announcement this week. The band not only announced their latest single Save Yourself releases on June 24, but they also unveiled a North Am...