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Press Release: YOSHIKI Announces “Classical 2026” at The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles

March 26, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI ANNOUNCES “CLASSICAL 2026” AT THE MUSIC CENTER’S WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL IN LOS ANGELES COMPOSER, PIANIST, AND JAPAN’S BIGGEST ROCK STAR HEADLINES PRESTIGIOUS...

Omar Valdivieso of Near Mint Condition – Interview: Comics Beat (2026)

Near Mint Condition’s Omar Valdivieso keeps the dialogue alive between publishers and fans “There’s something special about holding a book. There’s something special about the way it looks on your...

PassCode – Interview: J-Generation (2026)

“I believe in staying true to who we are while continuing to evolve. I want to keep improving our performances and music without ever losing the sense of gratitude and...

Vampy Bit Me – Interview: J-Generation Pt. 1 (2026)

“Cosplay comes from fandom, and fandom connected me to others who became my best friends. It was like a language for me. It was speaking without speaking.” Full interview: https://j-generation.com/2026/03/vampy-bit-me-interview-part-1-2026/

Press Release: YOSHIKI to Perform Japanese National Anthem at the 2026 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix

March 5, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI to Perform Japanese National Anthem at the 2026 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix Historic Piano and Drums Rendition Will Be Broadcast to Over...

FATHOMLESS SKYWALKER – Interview: J-Generation (2026)

“We want to build infinite worlds. The Fathomless Pirates set sail on adventures to countless worlds together with our fans.” Full interview: https://j-generation.com/2026/03/fathomless-skywalker-setting-sail-for-fantasy-interview/

KAMIJO – Interview: J-Generation (2026)

“From the very beginning, I compose with the orchestra as a given…it’s a question of how fully I can realize the scale of my ideal. The orchestra is not ornamentation...

Ghost in the Shell: ARISE TTRPG from Mana Studio – Interview: J-Generation (2026)

“Having experimented with new systems and taken risks in the design of Cowboy Bebop, we decided that this was the most dangerous, but also the most fun and exciting, way...

FIRST CONTACT – Interview: J-Generation (2026)

“I can actually see the scenery of the song unfolding in front of me, and the music becomes more and more immersive.” Full interview: https://j-generation.com/2026/02/first-contact-interview-2026/

HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL – Live Reports

International coverage of Japanese rock star HYDE’s concert performance from “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL” at Tokyo Garden Theater, presented by Live Viewing Japan. JRock News (UK) https://jrocknews.com/2026/01/report-hyde-birthday-with-hyde-orchestra-tour-2026-jekyll-global-livestream.html JaME (Finland)...

Press Release: YOSHIKI Delivers Surprise On-Stage Performance with Jonas Brothers in New York

December 26, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI DELIVERS ELECTRIFYING IMPROMPTU PIANO PERFORMANCE WITH THE JONAS BROTHERS AT THEIR 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR’S U.S. LEG FINALE Flying Directly from Japan and Arriving...

Press Release: HYDE to livestream birthday concert worldwide January 29

Japanese rock star HYDE’s concert performance from “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL” at Tokyo Garden Theater will be broadcast live in cinemas on HYDE’s birthday – January 29, 2026. HYDE...

Press Release: YOSHIKI Donates $100,000 to support flood victims in Thailand and Indonesia

December 4, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE International Superstar YOSHIKI Donates $100,000 for Thailand and Indonesia Flood Relief Immediately Following $100,000 Hong Kong Fire Disaster Donation Los Angeles, CA / December...

Press Release: YOSHIKI Donates $100,000 to Hong Kong Fire Disaster Relief

November 30, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE International Superstar YOSHIKI Donates $100,000 to Hong Kong Fire Disaster Relief Los Angeles, CA / November 28, 2025 ̶ International music icon YOSHIKI has...

Press Release: YOSHIKI Debuts New Classical Works at Historic Saudi Arabia Performance

November 28, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST JAPANESE ARTIST TO PERFORM AT UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE HEGRA Landmark Birthday Concert Celebrates 70th Anniversary of Japan-Saudi Arabia...

Press Release: YOSHIKI livestream from tech conference Dreamforce re: “AI YOSHIKI”

October 14, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI Returns to Dreamforce 2025 — Championing Artists’ Rights and the Future of Creativity with AI On October 15, Japan’s biggest rock star and...

Press Release: YOSHIKI historic performance in Saudi Arabia – tickets now on sale

For Immediate Release September 24, 2025 YOSHIKI BECOMES FIRST JAPANESE ARTIST TO PERFORM AT HEGRA, A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE IN ALULA, SAUDI ARABIA HISTORIC WORLD PREMIERE PERFORMANCE – NOVEMBER...

Press Release: YOSHIKI photo shoot and interview for cover of Flaunt magazine’s 200th issue

Japan’s Biggest Rock Star YOSHIKI Featured on the Cover of Flaunt Magazine’s Special 200th Issue “YOSHIKI – It’s A Whole Package” Los Angeles, CA – September 8, 2025 – Japan’s...

Press Release: Directed by YOSHIKI – new Bi-ray “Butterfly (Narrative Ver.)” music video and acoustic digital single

For Immediate Release September 5, 2025 NEW NARRATIVE MUSIC VIDEO OF美麗 BI-RAY DIRECTED BY YOSHIKI FEATURING STARS: REBEL WILSON, ANNA CAMP, DA’VINE JOY RANDOLPH, COLLEEN CAMP, AND GIGI ZUMBADO (WATCH...

Press Release: YOSHIKI teams with Yoshitomo Nara for exciting new wine project (both artists selected for TIME100 2025)

September 4, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Historic Global Collaboration: YOSHIKI × Yoshitomo Nara — Two TIME100 Honorees Unite Icons of Music and Contemporary Art Launch Unprecedented Wine Project At a...

Press Release: YOSHIKI to be the First Japanese Artist to Perform at Hegra, a World Heritage Site in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

August 27, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI TO BE THE FIRST JAPANESE ARTIST TO PERFORM AT HEGRA, A WORLD HERITAGE SITE IN ALULA, SAUDI ARABIA FIRST INTERNATIONAL SHOW POST NECK...

Press Release: Japanese Rock Legend HYDE’S “Beauty & The Beast” Live Concert Performance to be Broadcast Globally

July 14, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JAPANESE ROCK LEGEND HYDE’S “BEAUTY & THE BEAST” LIVE CONCERT PERFORMANCE TO BE BROADCAST GLOBALLY LIVE VIEWING JAPAN BRINGS “HYDE [INSIDE] LIVE 2025 WORLD...

Media Alert: YOSHIKI Announces New Single “Butterfly” Performed by Girl Group 美麗-Bi-ray-

June 17. 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE “BUTTERFLY” Performed by 美麗-Bi-ray- | From the Bride Hard Soundtrack Pre-Save Now YOSHIKI has announced the debut single from his...

Press Release: yoshikitty selected to compete in Sanrio Character Ranking for 11th Consecutive Year

YOSHIKITTY SELECTED FOR 2025 SANRIO CHARACTER RANKING, FOR THE 11TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR Rock icon YOSHIKI’s alter ego – the only Sanrio character based on a real person – returns for...

Press Release: YOSHIKI to Perform U.S. and Japanese National Anthems at 2025 MLB Opening Day in Tokyo

YOSHIKI to Perform the U.S. and Japanese National Anthems at the 2025 Major League Baseball Opening Day in Tokyo The Global Icon’s Triumphant Return After Neck Surgery Marks a Historic...

Press Release: Yoshiki Foundation America Donates $500,000 to Support Those Affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires

January 30, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yoshiki Foundation America Donates $500,000 to Support Those Affected by the Los Angeles Wildfires Seven Charitable Organizations Receiving Donations Include: MusiCares® , World Central...

Press Release: XY – Produced by YOSHIKI – debuts “Crazy Love (XIV Version)”

January 27, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOSHIKI’s Crazy Love Reaches New Heights Revamped 14-Member XY Featuring Yuya Tegoshi Drops Surprise Release of Reimagined “Crazy Love” (XIV Version) Los Angeles, CA...

Press Release: MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS Unveils Cinematic Fashion Show Film Highlighting YOSHIKI’s Paris Fashion Week Debut

December 23, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS Unveils Cinematic Fashion Show Film Highlighting YOSHIKI’s Paris Fashion Week Debut Global icon YOSHIKI has released the film of his striking...

HYDE [INSIDE]: Rock legend returns to L.A. with theatrical brilliance (Live Report)

HYDE’s 2024 world tour concluded with overwhelming energy and excitement at The NOVO in downtown Los Angeles on November 30, leaving fans exhilarated and craving more. After a five-year absence...

HYDE – Interview: J-Generation (2024)

“I consider creating an album to be an art form in its own right, possibly because I experienced the era before viral videos. Crafting an album is how I share...