Miku: Sometimes the world needs rebellion to create peace. It’s rock, but we also want to bring people happiness. Full interview: http://j-generation.com/band-maid-interview-2019/
Jun Amaki: I want to show them everything. I want my fans to love all the sides of me, not just the shiny, celebrity part. Full interview: http://j-generation.com/jun-amaki-interview-2019-pt-1/
Euskyss: The songs so far have often focused on expressing the world of Leetspeak monsters, but this album does more to emphasize our message. Adding more Japanese lyrics makes it easier for people to participate with us when we’re performing live. Full interview: https://jrocknews.com/2019/11/interview-leetspeak-monsters.html
November 18, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI -Life of a Japanese Rock Star-, a new documentary series, is slated to premiere on YouTube Originals in March 2020. YOSHIKI was hand-picked by YouTube Originals as part of a select group of internationally-renowned artists such as Paul McCartney, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, BTS, Robert Downey Jr., Will […]
exist†trace knows how to rock Halloween. Performing an amazing 20-song set during their “IGU-day” (19th of the month) one-man concert, the five members of the all-female rock group launched straight into the fantastical, taking the stage in striking Alice in Wonderland-inspired costumes and sending the audience into the thick opening chords of “Wonderland”. There’s a […]
November 14, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SARAH BRIGHTMAN AND YOSHIKI BRING AUDIENCE TO THEIR FEET AT ROYAL ALBERT HALL INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTARS DELIVER EMOTIONAL FINAL PERFORMANCE OF “MIRACLE” IN LONDON Japanese rock star YOSHIKI joined Sarah Brightman at Royal Albert Hall for their final live performance of “Miracle” on November 11. The collaboration of the two […]
November 6, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PIKOTARO RELEASES “PIKO 10 PROJECT” ALBUM WORLDWIDE 10-SONG COLLECTION FEATURES NEW VIRAL HIT “EVERYONE MUST DIE” International sensation PIKOTARO released a collection of 10 news songs dubbed PIKO 10 PROJECT on streaming services worldwide including Spotify and Apple Music on November 1, 2019. PIKOTARO, who achieved global fame for […]
November 1, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LEGENDARY JAPANESE ROCK STAR YOSHIKI LIVE AT CARNEGIE HALL PBS SPECIAL EXPANDING TO MAJOR MARKETS NATIONWIDE BEGINNING NOVEMBER 2019 YOSHIKI LIVE AT CARNEGIE HALL will begin airing in major markets across the U.S. on PBS stations in November 2019. The classical music special was filmed during YOSHIKI’s sold-out solo […]
November 1, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Japanese dance/vocal group FAKY dropped their new music video “ANTIDOTE” on November 1, their second song in the dance song trilogy based on the theme of “GIRLS POWER”. FAKY – “ANTIDOTE” (MV)
Sokoninaru‘s sold-out two-man show (with openers Lie and a Chameleon) at Shindaita FEVER was a masterclass in power-rock technique. A sonic feast from start to finish, the group’s live sound is has way more bite than their polished recordings, and the night’s 16 songs hit like a combo of heavyweight punches with only the briefest […]
October 21, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI took the stage on October 14, 2019, as the headliner of TV Asahi Dream Festival 2019 at Makuhari Messe. “I’m honored to be on stage alongside such wonderful artists today. I hope we can all put on a concert to remember together,” and, mentioning the typhoon, shouted “Today, […]
October 20, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKIMONO WINS INDUSTRY ACCLAIM AT TOKYO FASHION WEEK 2020 S/S ROCK STAR YOSHIKI’S KIMONO BRAND MAKES HEADLINES AROUND THE GLOBE YOSHIKI HONORS HIS FAMILY’S TRADITIONS AND CHALLENGES CULTURAL BOUNDARIES Yoshikimono – the cutting-edge kimono fashion brand created by Japanese rock star YOSHIKI – opened Tokyo Fashion Week 2020 S/S […]
October 17, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI has donated 10 million yen (appx. $93,000) to the Japanese Red Cross Society in support of areas affected by Typhoon Hagibis (Typhoon 19) on October 12, 2019. YOSHIKI’s donation through his 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Yoshiki Foundation America came immediately after the storm, one of the strongest in Japan’s […]
October 15, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASUTA PERFORMS “YUUMEI NI, NYARU!!!!!” FREE CONCERT IN YOYOGI PARK 3000 FANS PACKED THE OUTDOOR STAGE FOR SPECIAL LIVE EVENT BACKED BY “NEKONOTE BAND” Wasuta (“The World Standard”) performed their largest-ever free concert on October 8 at Yoyogi Park’s Outdoor Stage, celebrating the Japanese idol group’s strong relationship with […]
October 14, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Japanese electronic performance unit BESPA KUMAMERO has released their new single “NINJA -Hanakage-“, now available on streaming platforms worldwide. Vocalist Azumi created the lyrics from the point-of-view of an original character “Hanakage” who embarks on the exciting and dangerous life of a ninja. Composer Monkichi’s driving electro-rock track combines […]
October 7, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASUTA LOOKS TO THE FUTURE IN UPLIFTING MUSIC VIDEO “SHANI MUNI IKIRU!” IDOL GROUP LAUNCHES OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL WITH SPECIAL SONG DEDICATED TO THEIR FANS Japanese idol group Wasuta (“The World Standard”) launched their official YouTube channel on October 3 with the new music video “Shani Muni Ikiru!”. The […]
September 19, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI’S kimono brand Yoshikimono to open Tokyo Fashion Week 2020 S/S Authentic and cutting edge kimono brand created by Japanese rock star takes center stage at Japan’s top fashion event. Yoshikimono – the cutting-edge kimono fashion brand created by Japanese rock star YOSHIKI – has been chosen for the […]
September 19, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI has donated 10 million yen (appx. $93,000) to Japan’s Chiba prefecture which suffered a devastating blow from Typhoon Faxai on September 10, 2019. YOSHIKI posted his personal message on Twitter after the disaster. “I’m in America now, and I just became aware that my hometown of Tateyama was […]
September 9, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rock band formed by sisters Rei Kuromiya and Aya Kuromiya Anime and Film Themes include To Be Hero and Slavemen Girls rock band BRATS will make their USA performance debut at Anime Los Angeles in January 2020. BRATS – formed by sisters Rei Kuromiya (vocals) and Aya Kuromiya (bass) […]
September 6, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AT HOME CAFE (@HOME CAFE) BRINGS AKIHABARA TO ARIZONA AT SABOTEN CON 2019 @home Ambassadors Hitomi, Chimu, and Mizukin perform new single “Aikome♡Forever” at 3-day event in Phoenix @home cafe’s top premium maids Hitomi, Chimu, and Mizukin brought authentic maid cafe service to Saboten Con in Arizona during 3-day […]
August 29, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI—internationally renowned, composer, classically-trained pianist, rock drummer and leader of the rock group X JAPAN—has announced his support for Earth Alliance and its Amazon Forest Fund. YOSHIKI has donated $100,000 to Earth Alliance and its Amazon Forest Fund in support of local efforts on the ground that are working […]
August 26, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wasuta performs first Mongolia concert Idol group presented 4 concerts in 2 days Next overseas appearance scheduled for Thailand in September Japanese idol group Wasuta (“The World Standard”) continued their mission of spreading kawaii across the world with a set of 4 performances at Japan Festival in Mongolia 2019, […]
August 24, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FAKY releases hot dance performance video “GIRLS GOTTA LIVE” Sexy, powerful choreography and message of female empowerment launch trilogy of singles based on “GIRLS POWER” FAKY’s anime themes include Black Clover, Cardfight!! Vanguard: Legion Mate-Hen, and Gundam Build Fighters: Battlogue. Japanese dance/vocal group FAKY released their new music video […]
August 21, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE URBANGARDE has announced the final line-up for UTSU Fes (Depression Festival) 2019, the band’s alternative subculture music festival held yearly at Tsutaya O-East in Shibuya. The 12-artist roster includes hosts URBANGARDE and mainstays Maison book girl, R-Shitei, and Kenji Ohtsuki, along with alternative idols Chiaki Mayumura, JyuJyu (whose recent […]
August 21, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wasuta Reveals “PLATONIC GIRL” Studio Live Video Free Live Concert Announced for October 8 in Yoyogi Park Contest to Design Stage Banner Open to Fans Worldwide Japanese idol group Wasuta (“The World Standard”) has released a “studio live” music video for their song “PLATONIC GIRL”. The music video is […]
I feel like performing nonstop with a shining smile on my face while playing really energetic rock music is something unique we can do as a girls band. Full Interview: http://nekopop.com/2019/08/aimi-bang-dream-interview-2019/
Hitomi: I’ve been to 10 different countries to introduce our authentic maid culture, so it’s easy to see that maid culture is getting very popular all over the world, not just in Japan. Full interview: http://neotokyo2099.com/2019/08/16/neo-tokyo-2099-interviews-an-interview-with-home-cafes-hitomi-chimu-and-mizukin/
Morality is created by the people who watch, not by the person who is having the experience. Full interview (English): http://resonance-mms.com/2019/08/yoko-hamasaki-interview-jrock247-2019/ Polish: https://www.jame-world.com/pl/article/151033-wywiad-z-yoko-hamasaki.html Finnish: https://www.jame-world.com/fi/article/151018-haastattelu-yoko-hamasakin-kanssa.html Russian: https://www.jame-world.com/ru/article/151029-intervyu-s-yoko-hamasaki.html
Hitomi: Always love your job! When you’re passionate about your work, you can keep going no matter what. The thing you love will encourage you to do your best to accomplish your goals. Full interview: https://www.kawaiikakkoiisugoi.com/2019/08/14/interview-athome-cafe/
I think everyone is strongly attracted to things that are forbidden… and those are moments you can’t always control. Full interview: http://jrock247.com/2019/08/yoko-hamasaki-interview-2019/