- Band-Maid
- New Release
BAND-MAID Releases New Single ‘Ready to Rock’ and Music Video, Unveils Anime Theme Song for Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty
April 4, 2025 – Global rock sensation BAND-MAID has released their electrifying new track, ‘Ready to Rock,’ along with a dynamic music video. The highly anticipated music video, which follows a teaser featuring powerful guitar and drum sequences reminiscent of their iconic track Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty, officially premiered today. The video takes viewers on a thrilling journey, with BAND-MAID members performing fiercely in a school setting, blending anime-inspired visuals with high-energy live-performance scenes. In a first for BAND-MAID, the video also features a collaboration with dancers, providing fans with a stunning visual experience. Ready to Rock Streaming URL：https://band-maid.lnk.to/Ready_to_Rock 「Ready to Rock」Music Video [embed]https://youtu.be/eapNDHKbu0M?si=gTj5eMsBQVBpy1Xv[/embed] [About Rock Is a Lady's Modesty] ⒸHiroshi Fukuda,HAKUSENSHA/Rock Lady Based on Hiroshi Fukuda’s popular manga serialized in Hakusensha’s Young Animal, Rock Is a Lady's Modesty follows Ririsa Suzunomiya, a former rock-loving girl who transforms into a refined young lady at a prestigious all-girls academy. When she meets Otoha Kurogane, a talented drummer, Ririsa reignites her passion for rock music and forms a band. This inspiring story of self-discovery, honesty, and pushing boundaries through music is an emotional and empowering journey for fans. The anime premiered on April 3rd on HIDIVE. Rock Is a Lady’s...
- Ryoma Quartet
- Press
Ryoma Quartet Performs at Opening Ceremony of MLB Tokyo Series
Blending the sounds of traditional Japanese instruments—Tsugaru shamisen, shinobue flute, and traditional drums—with the classical Western violin, the genre-defying Ryoma Quartet took the stage at the Tokyo Dome on March 19 for the Opening Ceremony of the MLB Tokyo Series presented by Guggenheim, featuring the Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers season opener. The quartet performed two signature pieces: “YAMATO,” which embodies their samurai spirit with bold instrumentation, and “FUJIN,” a dynamic composition that balances grandeur with speed. Their unique cross-cultural sound set the tone for the event, captivating the crowd just before the first pitch. Joining Ryoma Quartet were over 20 performers including shamisen, shakuhachi, Japanese dance, koto, and traditional hayashi percussion artists—forming a powerful ensemble that delivered a new kind of oriental sound performance and electrified the stadium. On the previous day, March 18, Ryoma Quartet’s cover renditions of iconic Pokémon tracks—“Battle! Champion” and “Opening - Red & Green”—were featured as entrance music for the players, adding excitement to both days of the event with their stirring sounds and performance. Photography by Ryoshi Fukuoka Comment from Ryoma (Violinist, Ryoma Quartet):"I’ve loved baseball since I was a child and even once seriously pursued the dream of playing at Koshien....
- aiko
- New Release
Aiko’s New Song “Capsule” Chosen as the Ending Theme for TV Anime Apocalypse Hotel! Theme Song “Capsule” Debuts in the Anime’s PV!
Aiko's new song "Capsule" has been chosen as the ending theme for the upcoming TV anime Apocalypse Hotel, set to premiere in April. The opening theme will be "skirt", a track from her album Zanshin Zansho, released on August 28, 2024. With both the opening and ending themes performed by Aiko, her music will shape the atmosphere of the anime. This project is a collaboration between CyberAgent and CygamesPictures. The character designs are created by Izumi Takemoto, known for his unique touch in works like Nekome Waku Series, Teketeke My Heart, and Garden Sisters. The series composition is handled by Shigeru Murakoshi, who has worked on popular titles such as Zombie Land Saga and NINJA KAMUI. Animation production will be carried out by CygamesPictures. Expressing her excitement about providing both theme songs, Aiko commented: "I'm incredibly happy to be in charge of both the opening and ending themes! While singing 'skirt,' I wondered if robots would feel this way if they had blood running through them. And with 'Capsule,' I sang about how memories with loved ones never fade, even if the battery runs out. Together with the staff of Apocalypse Hotel, I’ll sing while believing in the owner's promise."...
- OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM
- Live/Event
- New Release
OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM’s Arena Tour Performance to Stream Exclusively on Prime Video in Over 140 Countries from March 17, 2025
、OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM’s "Official HIGE DANDISM Arena Tour 2024 – Rejoice -" is coming to Prime Video! Their November 13th show at K-Arena Yokohama will be exclusively available for streaming in over 140 countries and regions starting March 17, 2025. The band dropped their third major album, "Rejoice", on July 24 and kicked off a massive arena tour in September, performing 10 shows across five cities in Japan. Then in December, they took things global with their first-ever Asia tour, "OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM ASIA TOUR 2024 – Rejoice -", playing in Seoul’s KINTEX Hall 5 and Taipei’s TAIPEI ARENA. In total, they rocked a crowd of 137,000 fans across Japan and Asia. To get fans hyped for the full release, they’ve just dropped a live performance video of "Same Blue". Featuring the iconic round-cut blue sky visuals from the music video, this version captures the raw energy and excitement of the live show. Watch it on repeat while counting down to the full concert stream! OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM Arena Tour 2024 – Rejoice - K-Arena Yokohama Show Streaming Date & Time: March 17, 2025 (Mon) 0:00 ※ More details about the streaming will be announced later. ※ A subscription is required...
- New Release
KizunaAI Returns! Releases First Single “kamone” （かもね）After 3 Years!
KizunaAI, the pioneer of VTubers who debuted in 2016 and went into indefinite hiatus (sleep) in February 2022, has officially resumed her activities today, Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Under her new artist name, "KizunaAI," she has released her digital single "kamone." (Lyrics & Music: ESME MORI, Lyrics: KizunaAI, Nishina) This marks her first activity in three years since her indefinite hiatus announcement at "Kizuna AI The Last Live 'hello, world 2022'" on February 26, 2022. Since starting her career in 2016, KizunaAI has been active as the world's first virtual YouTuber, inspired by her desire to "connect with everyone." Her multi-talented activities have earned her a massive global following, with over 10 million followers across major social media platforms. With this comeback, she aims to connect with even more people worldwide through music. To mark this new beginning, she has rebranded herself as the artist "KizunaAI" and is embarking on a fresh new chapter. Musically, while she cherishes her roots in Japanese internet dance music—an area she actively explored before her hiatus—she is now blending those influences with indie band elements and J-POP elements, introducing a new style of J-POP to the world. Her newly released track, "kamone"...
go!go!vanillas to Hold Their 10th Annual “READY STEADY go!go!” in Korea – Their First-Ever Overseas Headlining Show
Every year on May 5th, go!go!vanillas has celebrated "go!go! Day" with a special performance titled "READY STEADY go!go!". In 2025, marking the 10th edition of this annual event, the band has announced that the show will be held in Korea—their first-ever overseas headlining concert. The live performance will take place at YES24 LIVE HALL, with ticket sales opening on February 28th. Along with the announcement, the official key visual for the concert has also been unveiled. Fans in Korea can expect an electrifying performance, just as go!go!vanillas is known for. Don’t miss this historic moment as the band takes their passion-filled live show overseas for the very first time! go!go!vanillas presents READY STEADY go!go! vol.10 in Seoul 안녕하세요! 우리는 고! 고! 바닐라즈 입니다 ! ! Concert Date & Time: May 5, 2025 (Mon) 18:00 (KST) Venue: YES24 LIVE HALL Ticket Sales Start: February 28, 2025 (Fri) 18:00 (KST) Tickets Available At: YES24 Ticket, TICKET LINK, NAVER Ticket Price: Standing 99,000 KRW / Reserved Seating 99,000 KRW Official site:https://rsgg10.jp Leyline (Music Video) Leyline (Behind The Scenes) Artist Information HP：https://gogovanillas.com/ YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/@gogovanillas_official1 X：https://twitter.com/go_go_vanillas Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/go_go_vanillas_official/ TikTok：https://www.tiktok.com/@go_go_vanillas_official
- Band-Maid
- For International Customers
- Live/Event
Global Popularity of the Girl Band “BAND-MAID,” Known for the “ZENSHU” OP Song, Announces Streaming of Hall Tour Final Concert! Special Version of “Shambles” to be Pre-released on YouTube!
With the MAPPA original anime "ZENSHU" gaining popularity since its January broadcast and its opening theme song by BAND-MAID becoming a hot topic, the band has announced the release of the final concert video from their "BAND-MAID HALL TOUR 2024." This live performance, held in July 2024 at the Kanagawa Kenmin Hall, sold out almost immediately, and the concert will be streamed worldwide. The footage has been specially edited for the distribution, capturing the energy and excitement of the live performance. A special version of "Shambles," which was previously previewed on YouTube, is part of the release. This version includes member solo parts at the beginning, making it a unique live-only rendition. Fans can experience BAND-MAID’s unparalleled live techniques up close. For those interested, streaming tickets for the event, which were released on the 19th, are available now. With over 200 million views on YouTube and their new album "Epic Narratives," released in September 2024, charting globally, BAND-MAID’s worldwide popularity continues to rise. They remain a band to watch as they evolve on a global scale. 「Shambles」 Official Live Video [embed]https://youtu.be/RmFYjTJRrQM[/embed] HALL TOUR 2024 FINAL Online Ticket Sales: February 19 (Wednesday) at 12:00 PM (JST) Streaming Start Date: March 1...
- SiM
- New Release
SiM has announced the digital release of their new song “CHAMPiONS” on February 19!!
SiM has announced the digital release of their new song “CHAMPiONS” on February 19, which they exclusively wrote as the first-ever official theme song for the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Year 4 Championship. The tournament took place from January 29 to February 2 at the Daiwa House Premist Dome in Sapporo. On February 1, SiM delivered the world premiere live performance of “CHAMPiONS” at the venue. The ALGS Championship, known for its intense and thrilling matches each year, is the pinnacle event that crowns the world’s best Apex Legends team. This year marked the first time the championship was held in Asia, with the world champion decided on February 2 in Sapporo. SiM’s involvement is groundbreaking—the band is the first-ever artist to provide an official theme song for ALGS and to perform live at the event. Stay tuned for the official release of "CHAMPiONS" on February 19! 「CHAMPiONS」 https://sim.lnk.to/CHAMPiONS
