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Press Release: Yoshiki makes Hong Kong history with complimentary concert

For the First Time Ever in the History of Hong Kong’s Concert Business, YOSHIKI Plays a Complimentary Concert in Lieu of Cancellation January 3, 2017 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “YOSHIKI...

Press Release: URBANGARDE celebrates the Angels and Demons of Christmas at one-man holiday concert

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 31, 2016 – Japanese alternative rock band URBANGARDE played equal hosts to the angels and demons in their audience at their special one-man holiday live show...

Press Release: Super Sonico Teases Wedding Bells in Kamu Kamu Wedding Music Video

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 29, 2016 – Nitroplus has released a teaser video featuring Super Sonico in the mysterious wedding dress revealed last October in commemoration of the game company...

Press Release: Yoshiki Classical Special in Hong Kong Cancelled, Free Concert Announced

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 29, 2016 – The Yoshiki Classical Special feat. Orchestra in Hong Kong, scheduled to take place the evening of Thursday, December 29th at AsiaWorld-Expo Arena, was...

Press Release: BRATS Reveal New Music Video “Ainikoiyo” From “To Be Hero” Anime

BRATS REVEAL NEW MUSIC VIDEO “AINIKOIYO” FROM “TO BE HERO” ANIME 16-Year-Old Rei Kuromiya (Labybaby/The Idol Formerly Known As) Teams With Older Sister For Girls Rock Group FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE...

Press Release: X Japan’s “La Venus” In Oscar Contention, To Be Released Early 2017 Via Sony Legacy Recordings

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 27, 2016 — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced X Japan’s “La Venus” as one of the songs in contention for a...

Press Release: Rei Kuromiya and BRATS tease December 27 surprise

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 24, 2016 – Japanese girl group BRATS released a mysterious teaser image on Saturday, December 24, at 22:00 (Japan time), hinting at an announcement on December...

Press Release: URBANGARDE Finds Rooftop Religion in “Akumade Akuma” Music Video

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 17, 2016 — The devil always wins in URBANGARDE’s view of a sick society, and the “trauma techno-pop” Japanese band gives fans a ringside seat to...

PRESS RELEASE: X Japan to perform La Venus on NHK SONGS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE X JAPAN TO PERFORM “LA VENUS” ON NHK SONGS Broadcast to include Yoshiki interview at IDFA Film Festival in Amsterdam X Japan will appear on NHK’s “Kouhaku...

Press Release: [Photos] Yoshiki Classical Special with Orchestra – Tokyo (2016)

Yoshiki Classical Special with Orchestra at Tokyo International Forum Dec. 6 – 8, 2016​

Press Release: [Photos] Yoshiki Classical Special with Orchestra – Osaka (2016)

Image gallery from Yoshiki Classical Special with Orchestra at Osaka Castle Hall Dec. 5, 2016​

Press Release: BRATS song featured in new Japanese film Slaveman

BRATS features The Idol Formerly Known As Ladybaby performer Rei Kuromiya SLAVEMAN film features Kamen Rider series actor Yuichi Nakamura FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2016 – Japanese girls band...

Press Release: URBANGARDE announces new single Akumade Akuma

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 27, 2016 — Japanese trauma techno rock group URBANGARDE has revealed the details of their new single, “Akumade Akuma”, the band’s first non-album music release in...

Press Release: Yoshiki wins Asian Icon Award at Classic Rock Awards in Tokyo

Yoshiki Wins Asian Icon Award at Classic Rock Awards in Tokyo X Japan Leader Performs David Bowie Tribute and Art of Life FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2016 — X...

Press Release: X Japan fans to rock We Are X NYC premiere in Visual Kei fashion contest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2016 — X Japan is all over U.S. media this month with the nationwide rollout of the documentary film We Are X. The rock-doc has...

Press Release: maidreamin Brings Akihabara’s Maid Culture to the Middle East for ANI:ME Abu Dhabi

maidreamin brings Akihabara’s maid culture to the Middle East for ANI:ME Abu Dhabi Maid cafe stars join renowned manga, cosplay, anime, cultural, and E-sports guests at first-year convention FOR IMMEDIATE...

Press Release: X Japan Headlines Visual Japan Summit

X JAPAN’s VISUAL JAPAN SUMMIT–Powered by Rakuten Over 100,000 Music Fans Gather For First-Annual Event Marking The Largest Rock Festival for 2016 in Japan

Press Release: exist†trace reveals Royal Straight Magic track list and jacket art

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 20, 2016 — Japanese all-female rock band exist†trace has revealed the jacket art and track list for their upcoming 6-track EP Royal Straight Magic, due for...

Press Release: Yoshiki launches Amazon Fashion Week Tokyo

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 20, 2016 – YOSHIKI kicked off Tokyo Fashion Week (sponsored by Amazon) on Monday, October 17, with the Spring/Summer 2017 launch of YOSHIKIMONO. The rock star...

Press Release: Super Sonico Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Website and Announcements

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2016 – Nitroplus mascot Super Sonico celebrated her 10th Anniversary in Japan this week with several announcements and a special website. In her first decade...

Press Release: Yoshiki Classical Concert at Carnegie Hall VIP Tickets on Sale Today

YOSHIKI NEW YORK CLASSICAL CONCERT VIP TICKETS ON SALE TODAY Exclusive Limited VIP Packages for Yoshiki in Concert with Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra at Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage...

Press Release: exist†trace announces new album Royal Straight Magic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 27, 2016 — Japanese all-female rock band exist†trace has announced the title and release date of their new album Royal Straight Magic, due for release November...

Press Release: Yoshiki Announces New York Concert with Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra

Yoshiki in Concert with Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra on January 12 and 13, 2017, at Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage in New York City Classical Concert Tickets On Sale...

Press Alert: X Japan’s WE ARE X Documentary Screening in L.A.

September 10, 2016 WE ARE X (Film Synopsis) X Japan was formed by childhood friends, Yoshiki and Toshi who ignited a musical revolution in Japan during the late 80’s with...

Press Release: TsuShiMaMiRe returns to America for tour with We Are The Asteroid

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2016 – Japanese all-girl ska-punk band TsuShiMaMiRe returns to America next month for a packed schedule of tour dates across the country, tagging along with...

Press Release: Budo Grape returns to UK in November for BGUK16 tour

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 5, 2016 – Japanese band Budo Grape has announced additional dates for their third British tour. The Nagoya “New Wave” rockers will play three UK dates...

Press Release: Go Torch Mascots Dance Into Fans’ Hearts At J-Pop Summit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 5, 2016 — The return of the popular Japanese Go Torch mascots brought lots of smiles, laughter, and dancing to this year’s J-Pop Summit. The Japanese...

Press Release: URBANGARDE collaborates with Yuki Aoyama for Schoolgirl Trauma photobook

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 31, 2016 – URBANGARDE has announced a collaboration with popular Japanese photographer Yuki Aoyama, known internationally for his provocative “Schoogirl Complex” photobook series. The special collection...

Press Release: Japanese Go Torch Mascots Return to J-Pop Summit 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 20, 2016 — Last year’s hit Japanese pop culture Go Torch characters are returning to San Francisco’s J-Pop Summit this weekend to bring more laughter and...

Press Release: exist†trace to Broadcast Live Concert Worldwide on July 28

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2016 — All-female rock band exist†trace will broadcast a live concert from Japan on July 28, 2016 at 8:30pm (Japan time). Fans worldwide can view...