The PassCode 2016-2018 LIVE UNLIMITED PREMIUM BOX Blu-ray set is a remarkable historical journey through the group’s recent evolution. Beautifully shot and edited, and presenting each concert uncut for the first time, we get to experience PassCode live and up-close in famous Japanese concert venues like Zepp DiverCity Tokyo, Tsutaya O-East, Studio Coast, and Osaka […]
X JAPAN leader will create music for action film xXx 4 and animated feature Spycies January 21, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Photo credit: George Pimentel/Getty Images The H Collective has partnered with prolific Japanese composer and musician YOSHIKI on the next installment in the xXx franchise, xXx 4 starring Vin Diesel. The film will feature […]
When I first made my debut, I was more focused on looking into the American aspect of myself. Because I was living in Japan, I wanted to re-connect to that faraway English-speaking side of me. But lately, as I go overseas more and more to perform and connect with my overseas fans, I’m sort of […]
The character that influenced me the most is Road Kamelot from D.Gray Man. Because of her style, I started wearing Lolita fashion – she’s the one who got me started. She plays the role of an enemy, but she’s also very vivacious. That naughty face of her is what I’m really drawn to. Link: https://www.animeherald.com/interview/luna-haruna-talks-with-anime-herald/
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2019 URBANGARDE has announced that guitarist Zeze Shin will leave the band following their March 16, 2019, one-man concert at Daikanyama UNIT in Tokyo. Shin’s departure is due to his increased family responsibilities, and his decision was announced with the full support of the other band members. Shin is a […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 9, 2019 On New Year’s Eve 2018, YOSHIKI made Japanese television history with his dual performance on the “69th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen,” the last of the Heisei Era, by performing for both opposing Red and White teams during the top-rated broadcast. YOSHIKI wore white to plays drums for the Attack […]
Miki Nonaka: I get the impression that fans can become really good friends at our concerts. Japanese people have an impression of keeping to ourselves, but since everyone has a shared hobby, they can become friends easily. So I’d like for foreign fans to come to our concerts in Japan and befriend our Japanese fans […]
December 22, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On September 30, 2018, X JAPAN’s third-straight night of sold-out concerts for 100,000 fans — X JAPAN LIVE IN JAPAN 2018 — was suddenly cancelled due to the impending weather effects of Typhoon Trami. With concern for the safety of fans as their top priority, X JAPAN sent the […]
It’s the power of the song itself, that’s what really fuels my passion. And then when the audience is added on top of that, it turns into “stage magic”. The energy comes straight at me from the people in the audience, and then I want to give it back even more. Link: http://nekopop.com/2018/12/hiroshi-kitadani-interview-2018/
— YOSHIKI to Make Guest Appearances on Sarah Brightman’s HYMN World Tour including New York’s Radio City Music Hall and Hollywood’s Dolby Theater — “Miracle” (Sarah’s Version) featuring YOSHIKI Climbs Classical Charts Worldwide, Hits Top 10 in 15 Countries including USA, Brazil, and Germany FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 18, 2018 Sarah Brightman has announced that […]
— Special one-time-only musical collaborations included songs from Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, Gundam SEED, One Punch Man, and more — New York’s biggest J-Pop concert series debuts at Anime NYC FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2018 (Photo Credit: Mayumi Nashida) Anisong World Matsuri made its New York City debut at Anime NYC on November 16 […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 26, 2018 Japanese trauma techno pop band URBANGARDE has released the music video for “Shoujo Gannen” (“Girls Year One”), the lead track from their new album Ai to Gensou no URBANGARDE (“URBANGARDE of Love and Fantasy”), released on November 21. With the Heisei Era coming to a close on April 30, […]
“Miracle” (Sarah’s Version) – Special Digital Single from Sarah Brightman featuring YOSHIKI YOSHIKI CLASSICAL 2018 Sold-Out Concert to be Broadcast Worldwide November 15 on Yoshiki Channel International (YouTube) with Special Guests HYDE and Sarah Brightman. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2018 The special-edition digital single of Sarah Brightman’s performance of “Miracle” – composed by YOSHIKI […]
Voice actors deliver their lines, and there’s a director who guides them, but singers should not be told too much how to sing — they can produce more interesting music if you let them be free. I change the feel of the lyrics depending on who I am writing for. It’s actually more difficult to […]
The anime that influenced me the most in terms of music was the Gundam Seed series. This series made me believe that I might be able to help someone with singing. I thought, “With music, I might be able to get closer to someone that is hurting.” That show made me want to be an […]
Every song I create is like one of my children, so I feel very happy to see them grow and live out in the world being experienced by others. But I’ll never forget the feeling when I heard my first anisong played on TV! I was sitting in front of the TV, and the tears […]
Haruna Iikubo: “…Concerts are my most fun activity. Not just in Japan, but all over the world. During the concerts, I always feel grateful that I was able to come here.” Link: http://aramajapan.com/aramaexclusive/arama-interview/5-question-qa-with-morning-musume-18/92757/
It’s like a dream come true to perform in New York City. I’ve been aiming for this opportunity since my debut, and to be able to reach that goal proves to me that I’ve been heading in the right direction these past six years. Link: https://manga.tokyo/interview/interview-with-anisong-singer-nano/
November 1, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Japanese trauma techno pop band URBANGARDE has revealed the jacket art from their next album, Ai to Gensou no URBANGARDE (“URBANGARDE of Love and Fantasy”). The regular edition is illustrated by Japanese subculture artist Suehiro Maruo, and the limited edition features a quietly eerie pose of vocalist Yoko Hamasaki […]
I was blessed enough to able to visit so many different countries. It was a surreal feeling to see that people know your song in a place you’ve never been. During the concert, I saw people singing along. Music crosses the language barrier and also brings people together – that’s what I felt in every […]
How is Morning Musume。’18 similar to or different from the Morning Musume。of previous years in terms of vibe and energy? Mizuki Fukumura: Mostly, our dancing became more intricate and there’s so much more! When I meet past members, they praise us by saying “We didn’t move like that before! It’s amazing!”. It’s true that we […]
The other day, I came up with a really great melody so easily, but I realized that is was really similar to a song I released a while ago and I was shocked. When you write songs for a long time, things like that tend to happen more often. I don’t necessarily feel pressured, but […]
Japanese girls rock band BRATS will make their first live concert appearance outside of Japan at “AMBITIOUS GIRLS SERIES 1” at West Bridge Hall in Seoul, South Korea, alongside idol-metal group Broken By The Scream on January 20, 2019.
For me, singing is where I’m most secure, so I’d rather be singing than playing an instrument. But ever since I started playing the guitar at my shows, I genuinely enjoy it, so I’ve been practicing every day. I would like to continue playing, so I was happy that I was able to showcase that […]
Performing around the world has opened my eyes both as a musician and as a person. I love connecting with people of different cultures. It teaches me so many things I couldn’t have learned alone. Diversity is a beautiful thing. I enjoy how each crowd is different, wherever I go. That’s why shows never get […]
I love to sing and my favorite place is the stage, but the stage is where you put all your emotions for the people you meet there but who you’ll never meet again. I believe that is where the seed of words and emotions are born. Link: http://aramajapan.com/aramaexclusive/arama-interview/q-a-interview-with-shoko-nakagawa/92557/
During the time I’ve spent with the members of JAM Project, I’ve grown in every way – technically, mentally, and as a human being. Link: https://www.kawaiikakkoiisugoi.com/2018/10/21/interview-hiroshi-kitadani/
Idol group Wasuta (The World Standard) has posted a video message in English on their Facebook page to thank fans for surpassing 100,000 likes on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/tws.wasuta/videos/542942002798755/ Wasuta’s overseas popularity has skyrocketed after multiple overseas concerts in France, China, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Spain, and their recent collaboration with Spanish artists Adexe & Nau “Yo […]
I feel like I sing for the people more. In the beginning, I wanted to sing for myself, because I wanted to do something to make my dream come true and I wanted to find a place where I can express my feelings, but now I would like to sing for someone who has similar […]
October 15, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Japan’s top maid cafe chain maidreamin wrapped up their first-ever tour of Canada in early September with live performances and fan events at Fan Expo Canada in Toronto, just a few weeks after hitting Montreal’s Otakuthon in August. Mega-popular maid Peace — crowned Moe Kawaii Queen in Akihabara three […]
