JROCK NEWS

09/07/2026

JROCK NEWS is proud to present
【PULSE vol. 2 -11th Anniversary-】

Join us in the pit, or tune in from anywhere around the world!

Aug 23 2026 (Sun) @ Shinjuku ANTIKNOCK
w/ Global Livestream! 🌏

w/
ACME
PARAMENA
BABYBEARD
GUNGIRE
DREAMY

Grab your tickets here!
In-person: https://livepocket.jp/e/pulse2
Livestream: https://premier.twitcasting.tv/antiknock1985/shopcart/443480

05/07/2026

Prepare for the new album coming August 5! Updates include the full tracklist featuring remakes, and a music video for their latest single "Houou".

Kizu unveils the music video for “Houou” (鳳凰) featured from their upcoming album “Gokuraku Yori Gokujo no Ame” (極楽より極上の雨).

02/07/2026

Flashback to our 10th anniversary concert, JROCK NEWS presents PULSE vol. 1 at Shinjuku Antiknock last year. Wouldn't it be fun to do that again? 👀

01/07/2026

"'.paaM' offers hope within the lyrics, hinting at the idea that music can heal the world".

Fukuro (梟) released ".paaM" on major streaming services June 27. The high-tempo single sees a return of Yoshiatsu's guitar playing.

01/07/2026

Experience "Travessia" for yourself with the new album available on major streaming and digital distribution services, as well as CD and vinyl.

Maverick Mom's first full album, "Travessia", takes you on a journey lasting two discs, covering an extensive amount of old and new material.

27/06/2026

From former members of Rides In ReVellion, new band MAQIA drops their empowering single “Kizudarake Hero”.

MAQIA's single "Kizudarake Hero" (傷だらけヒーロー), composed by TaJI (formerly of Rides In ReVellion) and with lyrics written by Oga Lento.

25/06/2026

The composer behind iconic anime soundtracks such as "Naruto Shippuden" and "Fairy Tale" arrives in Europe with his project Far East Groove.

Yasuharu Takanashi’s project “Far East Groove” starts their second European tour in September 2026, titled "The Battle for Glory".

20/06/2026

Prepare yourselves for the ultimate Halloween party with KAMIJO and Mana. General sales open June 26.

KAMIJO celebrates Halloween in New York city with a two part event entitled, "The Vampyre Masquerade", featuring visual kei legend Mana.

13/06/2026

VKNY's first event proved that you don't need to go to Japan to experience the heart and soul of visual kei. Read our full report here!

Visual kei fans gathered for VKNY's launch event on May 16, 2026. Featuring eve claret, Canary Complex, Saki Rose, Breathe In/Shola Aurora, and DREAMDRIVER.

11/06/2026

PARAMENA expands its djent sound with “Structure Metal”

PARAMENA's first solo show marked a major turning point, serving as the final performance for guitarist Saya and bassist Fuuta. For their upcoming activities, the band has announced a formidable new lineup.