The Legend of Visual-Kei begins here once again “VISUAL JAPAN SUMMIT 2016 Powered by Rakuten” is officially confirmed!
Throwing down the gauntlet to the crowded festival scene The Legend of Visual-Kei begins here once again “VISUAL JAPAN SUMMIT 2016 Powered by Rakuten” is officially confirmed! Visual-kei bands from across Japan to gather at Makuhari! 3 Days, October 14th to 16th at Makuhari Messe For three days spanning the 14th (Fri), 15th (Sat), and 16th (Sun) of October, Japan’s largest convention center Makuhari Messe will be decked out in Visual-Kei. Japanese Visual-Kei rock... Read More
SUGIZO Begins 20th Solo Anniversary Celebrations Full Throttle! Orchestral Cover of David Bowie’s “LIFE ON MARS?” the First in 3-Month Consecutive Release
The first in SUGIZO’s 3-month consecutive release series, “LIFE ON MARS?”, will be released on August 15th as a digital release. The single marks SUGIZO’s first solo release in nearly 4 years. It is also the jumping point for the revival of “SEPHIROT,” his label created in 2007. This is just the beginning of activities leading up to the 20th solo anniversary celebrations in 2017. In January 2016, the groundbreaking and influential rock star... Read More
LUNA SEA’s brand new single in 2 years to be released on 6/22(Wed)
LUNA SEA will be releasing their brand new single in 2 years on 6/22(Wed). They also announced their event title for “Saitama Super Arena 2days act”. Other details will be announced soon. New Single “Limit” 2016/6/22(Wed) Released *Animation “Endride” main theme First Limited Edition A/ Complete Limited Edition PREMIUM PACKAGE(SHM-CD+Blu-ray) UPCH-7146/￥2,480(tax in) [SHM-CD] 1. Limit 2. Untitled [Blu-ray] Limit -Music Video- First Limited... Read More
J will Appear Live on Niconico’s Special Program Commemorating Release of “CRAZY CRAZY”
On Wednesday March 16, J will appear live on Niconico’s special program commemorating the release of his new concert and documentary DVD “CRAZY CRAZY V –The eternal flames-” which will be released the same day. J will appear on the talk show and share clips of the past four series of the film “CRAZY CRAZY”. Don’t miss the program. J’s Live Appearance! Special Program Featuring Highlights of “CRAZY CRAZY V” Commemorating its DVD & Blu-ray Release! Broadcast... Read More
Tracklist & artist photo for INORAN’s 10th album “BEAUTIFUL NOW” revealed! This evening, 2 songs from the album will be aired for the first time on InterFM!
INORAN’s long-awaited 10th full album “BEAUTIFUL NOW” is finally completed. Track title for all ten tracks has been revealed. What makes this extrordinarily special is the collaboration with K-POP artist BTOB in the fourth track [2Limes featuring MINHYUK,PENIEL and ILHOON from BTOB]. Today, July 21 (T) 6:00 PM, INORAN will make a live appearance on InterFM “The Dave Fromm Show” which is hosted by close friends Dave Fromm and Joe Yokomizo. Lead track “Beautiful Now”... Read More
Fender will release INORAN (LUNA SEA) signature model
Fender Music Corporation releases “INORAN ROAD WORN® JAZZMASTER”, a brand new signature model by INORAN (LUNA SEA). This model will be manufactured at ensenada factory in Mexico and based on the spec of “INORAN JAZZMASTER #2LTD, Masterbuilt by Dennis Galuszka”, which was released in 2013 by Fender Custom shop, a premium brand in Fender. INORAN’s favorite specs are reflected on all the parts, such as neck shape, slide-switch, or buzz-top. This model... Read More
LUNA SEA announced LUNATIC FEST. timetable
LUNATIC FEST., which is organized by LUNA SEA, announced the timetable and the stage for each band. Stay tuned for this craziest rock festival in the history. LUNATIC FEST. 6/27 (Sat), 28 (Sun) Makuhari Messe 1-5 Hall OPEN 9: 30 / START 11:00 / END 20:00 (Scheduled) Ticket price: ¥15,000/day (including tax / DRINK price ¥500 separately) Inquiry: LUNATIC FEST. Executive Committee: 0180-993-122 (24-hour automated response system) ■ARTIST 6/27(Sat) *12 artists LUNA SEA, X JAPAN,... Read More
LUNA SEA “LUNATIC FEST.” LUNACY was announced as the opening act for both days
LUNA SEA will host “LUNATIC FEST.”, the craziest rock festival of all time. The festival received a lot of attention in the rock scene when it announced X JAPAN and BUCK TICK as the final round of featured artists. It was just announced that LUNACY will be the opening act on both days. LUNA SEA appeared as LUNACY, their moniker from their indie days, on May 29, the anniversary of the formation of the band. Nobody expected this shocking event. LUNA SEA revived LUNACY one time... Read More
SUGIZO’s artist photo, “Full of hope for the future”
SUGIZO’s artist photo, “Full of hope for the future” March 11 marks four years since the East Japan earthquake that greatly changed the fate of Japan. A memorial event for the East Japan earthquake was held at Yoyogi Park, Tokyo on this day. SUGIZO, who performed at , revealed his new artist photo that is full of hope toward the future. The photo shows SUGIZO standing in front of rubble, but it projects a sense of hope for the future. It was shot in Minamisoma, Fukushima,... Read More
“LUNATIC FEST.” – The maddest rock fest confirmed
LUNA SEA is confirmed to preside over a rock festival for the first time. In commemoration of their 25-year anniversary, LUNA SEA started their first Japan tour in 14 years at Yoyogi First Gymnasium on May 29, 2014. They will hold their tour finale at Osakajo Hall on March 14, 2015. The band’s 25th anniversary is not yet over. On June 27 (Saturday) and 28 (Sunday), LUNA SEA will preside over a rock festival for the first time. Just the date and venue have been so far, but... Read More
