Before HYDE embarks on his U.S. tour in May, JROCK NEWS had the chance to discuss with HYDE about his recent and upcoming solo activities.

Reita, bassist of the Japanese visual-kei band the GazettE, passed away on April 15, 2024 at the age of 42.

With the passing of Reita, the GazettE shares heartfelt and heartbreaking farewells to the brightest bassist out there, Reita.

Atsushi Sakurai, vocalist of the rock band BUCK-TICK passed away suddenly due to a brain stem hemorrhage. He was 57 years old.

It's been about eight months since we last saw a release from HYDE but he's now back with the single "LET IT OUT".

HYDE tours with American metal bands "In This Moment", "Sevendust", and "Light The Torch", set for May 2019.

YOSHIKI will premiere a new composition at the 6th year anniversary Premium Dinner Shows with a record 12 shows in seven days.

HEATH, the soft-spoken bassist for the internationally renowned Jrock band X JAPAN, passed away at the end of October.

After CDawgVA (Connor) had spent 2 eventful days with ACME as a rock star, we wanted to know more about his experience.

Through mid-term results, we were able to see Yoshikitty surging to top five in the Sanrio character ranking 2020.

The creative minds behind fighting game "Tekken" introduce new visual kei characters to play as in "Tekken 8".

The YouTube channel "Abroad in Japan" was lucky enough to spend six days with HYDE throughout his Zepp Tokyo concerts.

Super group THE LAST ROCKSTARS announced today its move to the big screen for the feature length action blockbuster THE FINAL ROCKSTARS.

Exclusive interview with NEMOPHILA the day before their first live U.S. concert at Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood.

We’ve invited guitarist Mana, vocalist KAMIJO, vocalist ASAGI, and vocalist Sono, and present a round-table discussion with the members.

Chris Broad from the YouTube channel "Abroad in Japan" shares his experience on what it is like spending a week with HYDE (L'Arc-en-Ciel).

Sakura Gakuin has scheduled 2 special streams this month, a rare opportunity to fans overseas and the group rarely puts out content online.

With a click of a finger, we entered the virtual world of Zepp Tokyo venue for tonight's MAN WITH A MISSON 10th-anniversary performance.

ONE OK ROCK filmed "Kanzen Zaitaku Dreamer" at their respective homes, creating a parody of "Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer".

MAN WITH A MISSION keeps going like a freight train and pushes a fresh EP out today on February 11 titled "ONE WISH".

JROCK NEWS spoke with the Hatsune Miku band who played at Magical Mirai 2019. Find out what it is like to perform with a virtual singer!

We witness firsthand the international debut of NEMOPHILA, the Japanese metal band hit hard at the world-famous Whisky a Go Go.

Concerts have been requested to be canceled to fight the outbreak of the coronavirus, an initiative by the Japanese government.

We had the opportunity to meet and interview the GazettE for the second time this year⁠ on the day after their London performance.

nano joins popular anime podcast "Trash Taste" hosted by big YouTube names such as Joey “The Anime Man”, Garnt “Gigguk”, and Connor “CDawgVA”.

Japan's rising metal band, NEMOPHILA, offer exclusive overseas album "OIRAN - EXTENDED EDITION" available on June 25.

the GazettE shared a message board dedicated to their late bassist, Reita. Made available on May 27, a day normally celebrating his birthday.

HYDE's album "Anti" out digitally. The expressive work is a 13-track album delivering elegant tunes, balanced by HYDE's raw rock vocals.

LUNA SEA holds digital music festival to support frontline healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic, "MUSIC AID FEST.-FOR POST PANDEMIC-".

HYDE and Capcom collaborate for video game Devil May Cry 5 with image song "MAD QUALIA" and it's respective single out on March 20

Almost a decade later, HIZUMI returns to the music scene with MASATO from defspiral, and Toshiyuki Kishi from abingdon boys school.

WagakkiBand and Amy Lee of Evanescence collaborate in a new song that will make its debut at the live show "Premium Symphonic Night Vol.2".

Starting off as the lone rocker in the countryside, learn how HIZAKI became a worldwide sensation after pursuing his passion.

X JAPAN's Yoshiki donated 100 million won to ChildFund Korea, to aid the victims of the devastating forest fire in South Korea.

At Anime Expo on July 2, 2023, Yoshiki unveiled the album artwork by illustrator Yoshitaka Amano for his new single "REQUIEM".

XaaXaa made their US debut at Katsucon 2024 in National Harbor, MD. JROCK NEWS interviews XaaXaa, reflecting on their debut experience.

SUGIZO elevates the livestreaming experience with "EPISODE II ~VOICE OF LEMURIA~", following "EPISODE I ~RE-ECHO TO COSMIC DANCE~".

International artists Yoshiki, SUGIZO, HYDE, and MIYAVI announce superband THE LAST ROCKSTARS. The band makes its live debut in 2023.

KAMIJO is preparing for yet another dramatic release with the single Symbol of the Dragon, the second release out of the planned trilogy.

MUCC entertains in isolation with an engaging and feel-good remote live performance featuring songs Jiko Keno and Nirvana.

L'arc-en-ciel releases its first new song in over 4 years, the single "Mirai". The song is featured in the MMORPG "Blue Protocol".

Drummer and leader Yoshiki of X Japan put out another teaser saying that the long-awaited X Japan album might come out soon.

JROCK NEWS speaks with TAKURO of GLAY about the profound album "The Sound Of Life", learning about the intricate, delicate details behind it.

JROCK NEWS interviews Kiyoharu as he prepares for his first full-scale overseas performance during the "Heavy Rock Breakfast" Australia tour.

BUCK-TICK announce the special one-off livestream performance Misemono-goya ga Kurete Kara -SHOW AFTER DARK- on July 17

JROCK NEWS interviews BABYMETAL. SU-METAL and MOAMETAL speaks about how they and BABYMETAL's music has matured over the recent years.

HYDE's dual A-side single BELIEVING IN MYSELF/INTERPLAY drops on March 18! Check out previews for the music videos.

The act that rocked at this year Japan Night New York City 2019 includes HYDE, WagakkiBand, MISIA, and special guest Puffy AmiYumi.

Get a better understand of why people like BABYMETAL through the voices of the fans. We joined the METAL GALAXY WORLD TOUR to find out!

MAN WITH A MISSION wrap up touring in North America. Also, answer questions about Dark Crow and discuss philosophy.

BABYMETAL gains its third member, MOMOMETAL, who officially joined the group on April 1, also known as the "Fox Day".

Read our interview with Kroi to learn about the band’s artistic roots, writing process, and positioning to become the inspiration for future generations of Jpop!

the GazettE member selfies are rare like diamonds, especially outside of world tour periods. Let's see what they're up to.

On October 29, MIYAVI played the State Theatre in Falls Church, VA to promote his latest album, "Imaginary".

Yoshiki, drummer and co-founder of X Japan, is debuting his long-awaited Disney documentary "My Music Story: YOSHIKI" on Friday, February 5.

KAMIJO reveals the date and time of the live broadcasts constituting his online world tour "Queen of Versailles -LAREINE-".

Yosh from Survive Said the Prophet comes knocking on RPG gamers doors with a special collaboration for FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE.

D=OUT was joined by guitarist HIZAKI, for three days of live performances at Nekocon 2022. Check out our live report from the weekend!

After the GazettE’s first scream in 2002, the band built a name for itself and continues to lead the pack as one of Japan’s best rock bands.

The penultimate show of the Japan leg of MIYAVI’s No Sleep Till Tokyo tour managed to sell out the venue, even on a Wednesday night.

On October 13, Japanese superstar YOSHIKI performed at the Royal Albert Hall in London as part of his orchestral world tour.

we're getting ONE OK ROCK 2018 AMBITIONS JAPAN DOME TOUR on August 24 and ONE OK ROCK with Orchestra Japan Tour 2018 streamed on August 25.

Tickets for international fans are now on sale for Petit Brabancon's Japan tour, Petit Brabancon Tour 2023 "INDENTED BITE MARK".

JROCK NEWS conducts an in-depth interview with DIR EN GREY's Kaoru, revealing the hidden meaning behind their actions, behind the facade,

International rockstar HYDE released digital single "ON MY OWN" across streaming platforms internationally this week.

Before entering hiatus, metal queens Mary's Blood gave us a blazing hot send-off performance in "The Final Day ~Countdown to Evolution~".

JROCK NEWS highlights the top 10 best artists of 2022 in the visual kei and Japanese rock (Jrock) categories.

It's only been a short while since we spoke to MIYAVI when he visited in 2018, but this time he's rocking Islington Assembly Hall.