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...
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
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...
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...
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...
What gives you inspiration when you’re writing new songs? Nagai: “Unexpected things become inspiration, like a conversation with someone, words I hear on TV, a novel I’m reading or a...
What part of British culture caught you most by surprise? Quminco Grape: The big difference in expression of UK people, before and after they hear music. Their hugs when they...
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“My agent in Los Angeles… Head of Music, Marc Geiger, he and I have been friends for a long time. He kind of started saying several things over five to...
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...
“A roller coaster ride of emotions and a spectacular inside look at the band… props to director Stephen Kijak for capturing the essence of X JAPAN so brilliantly.” JaME: http://www.jame-world.com/us/articles-122955-x-japan-quot-we-are-x-quot-film-review.html...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The concept of your new solo album, Blue Forest, revolves around the themes of ‘blue’ and ‘love.’ What kind of message do you want to deliver to listeners through these...
Performing at the Nippon Budokan has been a long-term goal for you and you will finally get the chance to perform there on January 1st next year. What kind of...
What is the concept behind the composition of DISORDER? Takaha: The composition was, of course, based on the anime and our own outlook. In previous albums, we’ve made some very...
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...
“Releasing her first solo project in six years, Hamasaki Yoko’s Blue Forest, a collection of seven songs, enchants with whimsical chimes and ethereal vocals that will entertain listeners whilst showing...
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...
Fafafoom: What do you think is the biggest challenge of getting new fans and supports for YANAKIKU? Kiku: While performing is a great boost to get new fans, it’s hard...
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...
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...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2016 – Momoiro Clover Z will return to America for a 3-city “Trans-America Ultra Live Tour” November 15th-19th, with stops in Hawaii, New York, and...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Brings 5th Anniversary World Tour to New York’s PlayStation Theater World-Famous Performer Releases Video Message for NYC Fans July 12, 2016 – Celebrating the...
CANTOY’s rock track “Combat Tribe” from their 2010 album Missmatch!? has been selected for the game soundtrack to Rockin’ Android’s Steam release of Angel Express (Tokkyu Tenshi). Check out the...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28, 2016 — Japanese kimono-cosplay duo YANAKIKU will return to San Francisco’s J-Pop Summit at the Fort Mason Center on July 23 and 24, 2016. YANAKIKU...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 27, 2016 — Japanese all-female rock band exist†trace has revealed a set of striking new photos to kick off their Japan tour dates for the second...
