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TYRANT

Here’s a band so underground, even Google has to squint — but fear not, metalheads, we’ve unearthed a gem. Tyrant, a Japanese doom metal band that crept onto the scene in the early 1990s, is a slow-burning legend wrapped in crushing riffs and seismic gloom. Known for...

Jigsaw / ジグソウ

The twisted minds of Visual Kei band Jigsaw / ジグソウ are back at it—this time with a creepy-crawly new music video for their latest track “害虫” (translation: Pest). And yes, it’s just as delightfully disturbing as it sounds. Think slashing guitars, theatrical madness,...

PARADOXX

The all-female metal powerhouse [Band Name] (still melting faces and breaking stereotypes) has just unleashed a brand-new music video for their latest track, “菖蒲 - Iris” — and it’s as fierce as it is floral. Don’t be fooled by the delicate title — this ain’t your...

GUNGIRE

GUNGIRE, the furious force of Japanese metal, is back—and they’ve brought the chaos live with a scorching new performance video of their track “Incitement.” This isn’t just a live video—it’s a full-on sonic riot. GUNGIRE doesn’t play shows, they start rebellions....

Dennou Himeca / 電脳ヒメカ

Dennou Himeca / 電脳ヒメカ, the glitchy goddesses of the Visual Kei realm, have uploaded a brand-new music video that'll short-circuit your senses! Their latest track, “姫プして!” (roughly: “Treat Me Like a Princess!”), is here — and it’s a royal command you won’t want to...

Noroimico / のろゐみこ

The mysterious Visual Kei duo Noroimico / のろゐみこ just slithered back onto the scene with a brand-new music video for their latest track "Hebi / 蛇" — which, fittingly, means "Snake." And let’s just say… it’s as hypnotic and venomous as a serpent in platform boots....

Menstrual Blood / 経血

経血 (pronounced Keiketsu) — yep, that means menstrual blood — is a Japanese punk band that bleeds raw energy and isn’t afraid to stain the scene with their provocative edge. Info on them? Scarcer than a clean mosh pit. But luckily, the underground gods have blessed us...

Seikima-II

Stop the presses (and start the headbanging)! Seikima-II has just unleashed a brand-new music video from their first EP in thirty-seven years — that's right, longer than some band members' back problems have existed. This one's a holy grail for us vintage metalheads —...

Radio Rokku Sokuho

Updated Radio Rokku Sokuho page. Subscribe to our Spotify list. You also got links to radio apps so You can listen to the show worldwide!

Ma’Scar’Piece / マスカ―ピース

The rebellious idol unit Ma’Scar’Piece / マスカ―ピース has just unleashed a music video for their track OTAKEBI (Battle Cry)—and trust us, this isn’t just a song, it’s a full-blown war cry. Ready to join the riot? 🔥 Link to the Music video here:...

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‘Album Z’ by Band Y showcases their growth and versatility. With powerful vocals and dynamic compositions, this album is a solid addition to their discography.

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April 15, 2023

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ABC Band's Summer Tour

Experience the high-energy performance of ABC Band as they tour across Japan this summer.

June 20, 2023

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August 10, 2023

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