- SiM
- New Release
- Press
SiM wrote a brand-new song, “FREEZE ME UP,” as the opening theme for the anime BLACK TORCH, which will begin airing on July 4.
SiM wrote a brand-new song, "FREEZE ME UP," as the opening theme for the anime BLACK TORCH, which will begin airing on July 4. Alongside the theme song announcement, a new promotional video for the anime has also been released. The video features the main characters and includes the first preview of "FREEZE ME UP." Fans can get an early look at the anime's intense action scenes and hear a portion of the opening theme ahead of the series premiere in July. "FREEZE ME UP" will also be included on SiM's highly anticipated new album, HOOMAN AFTER ALL, set for release on September 2. Following the recent reveals of "FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet)," "BLiNDEYES feat. Yukina from HANABIE.," and now "FREEZE ME UP," anticipation continues to build for the band's first original album in three years. SiM has also announced the HOOMAN AFTER ALL WORLD TOUR, which will kick off in September. Be sure to check the band's official website and social media channels for the latest news and updates. MAH (SiM) Comment "Manga is a universe. There are as many galaxies as there are readers. This song is my best attempt to express the BLACK TORCH galaxy...
- For International Customers
- New Release
All four original soundtracks from the first season of the anime “FAIRY TAIL” are set to be released on vinyl, with all titles available simultaneously! Comments have also been released!
In 2026, FAIRY TAIL will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the original manga series. To mark this special milestone, the original soundtracks from the first FAIRY TAIL anime series (2009–2013), composed by Yasuharu Takanashi, will be released on vinyl on September 30. The release comes in response to strong requests from fans around the world. All four soundtrack titles will feature cover artwork originally drawn by FAIRY TAIL creator Hiro Mashima for the CD releases. Each title will also be available as a colored vinyl edition. (more…)
- Band-Maid
- For International Customers
- New Release
BAND-MAID has revealed the original store bonus designs for their new single “ENERGETIC,” releasing on June 24.
BAND-MAID has revealed the original store bonus designs for their new single “ENERGETIC,” releasing on June 24. The bonus lineup includes many special items featuring the artwork and logo design of “ENERGETIC.” The first press edition will also include a special campaign flyer for a chance to win signed items from the members. All bonuses are available only while supplies last, so early reservation is recommended. In addition, new individual artist photos of each member have also been released. Fans can now get a closer look at the new outfits that became a hot topic after the band photo revealed on “Maid Day” on May 10. Check out the BAND-MAID official website BIOGRAPHY page for the new artist photos. Also, ahead of the release, a live performance video of “Toi et moi” from the limited edition Blu-ray/DVD has been uploaded to BAND-MAID’s official YouTube channel. The Blu-ray/DVD includes footage from the final show at Zepp Haneda during the “BAND-MAID ZEPP TOUR 2024,” known by fans as a legendary night. BAND-MAID is currently on their “BAND-MAID WORLD TOUR 2026.” After starting in Hong Kong on March 20 and selling out shows across Japan, the band will begin the Europe tour this...
- Ako
- New Release
Ako Releases Her 2nd Album “lovely moments”!
Ako’s 2nd album “lovely moments” has officially been released. The album features a total of 12 tracks, including 3 anime tie-in songs and 7 previously unreleased tracks, showcasing a wide variety of sounds and styles. Created around the concept of “Y2K,” this is an album you won’t want to miss. To celebrate the release, a special large-scale panel exhibition is currently being held at Tower Records Shibuya. Fans who purchase the album will also have a chance to win a signed panel through a special lottery campaign, so be sure to visit during the campaign period. In addition, the music video for the album track “Earl Gray” has also been released. Featuring unique characters and dance scenes from Ako, the MV is packed with highlights and is definitely worth watching. Earl Gray: MUSIC VIDEO [embed]https://youtu.be/ZkQoi5T4-Lo?si=Zuio24aoRMNPR2-m[/embed] Ako's 2nd album, “lovely moments,” is now on sale Click here to purchase the CD https://pony-canyon.lnk.to/ako_lovelymoments_CD Streaming links https://lnk.to/AKO_lovely_moments
- Band-Maid
- Live/Event
- New Release
BAND-MAID surprise-announced the release of their new single “ENERGETIC” on “Maid Day”! The tracklist and jacket artwork have also been unveiled, along with a refreshed new artist photo!
Globally acclaimed all-female rock band BAND-MAID has announced the release of their new single “ENERGETIC” on June 24, alongside the unveiling of the tracklist and jacket artwork. On May 10, celebrated as “Maid Day,” the band held an Okyuji (concert) at Zepp Haneda in Tokyo as part of the “BAND-MAID WORLD TOUR 2026,” where they surprise-announced the upcoming release following the show. The single marks BAND-MAID’s first release of 2026 and their first physical single in four and a half years since “Sense” in 2021. The jacket artwork features the delicate illustration style that has recently become symbolic of BAND-MAID’s visual identity, filled with motifs reminiscent of a dice. Every detail seems to hint at a deeper message from the band, further building anticipation for the release and future announcements. In conjunction with the announcement, the band also revealed new artist photos. Dressed in brand-new outfits and standing in soft light, BAND-MAID’s latest visuals convey their unwavering determination to keep moving forward as they approach their 14th year together. Fans are already eager to see when this new look will debut during future Okyuji performances. The ongoing “BAND-MAID WORLD TOUR 2026” kicked off in Hong Kong on March 20 and...
- HEY-SMITH
- New Release
HEY-SMITH announce the release of their split EP “Unity” with American ska-punk band Less Than Jake!
HEY-SMITH have announced the release of their split EP “Unity” with legendary American ska-punk band Less Than Jake on June 24. Marking their first new release in approximately two years, this EP will feature a total of six tracks, with three songs from each band. The project brings together HEY-SMITH, one of the leading forces in Japan’s ska-punk scene, and Less Than Jake in a cross-border collaboration between two standout acts in the genre. Less Than Jake Less Than Jake is an American ska-punk band formed in 1992 that has remained a driving force in the scene for more than 30 years. “Unity” serves as a split EP bringing together these two influential bands. The newly unveiled cover artwork was specially illustrated by DRAGON76, a globally active graphic artist based in New York. Additionally, HEY-SMITH will celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2026. Starting in July, the band will embark on their nationwide 47-prefecture tour, “HEY-SMITH 20th ANNIVERSARY ALL OVER JAPAN TOUR.” They are also set to hold their first solo show in approximately five years, “HEY-SMITH 20th Anniversary ONE MAN SHOW,” at Osaka-jō Hall in April 2027. Be sure to keep an eye on their upcoming activities and future...
- Ako
- New Release
Ako releases her new song “Harmony”! The music video, filmed at a school in Korea, is also out now!
Singer-songwriter Ako released her new track “Harmony” on April 13. The song is featured on her second album “lovely moments” and serves as the ending theme for the TV anime “Kirio Fan Club.” It captures the instability of youthful romance by likening it to the rhythmic and melodic elements that make up the song. With its floating whispery vocals and simple band arrangement, the track evokes the fragility and beauty of adolescence, while also hinting at a gentle sense of hope for the future. In addition, the music video has been released. Directed by Korea-born, New York-based visual director Kijin Jang, the video was shot at a school in Seoul, South Korea. Closely aligned with the world of “Kirio Fan Club,” the piece is a must-watch not only for Ako fans, but for anime fans as well. Ako – Harmony：MUSIC VIDEO “Harmony” Streaming Now Streaming：https://lnk.to/AKO_Harmony 2nd Album “lovely moments” will be released on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Pre Add / Pre Save https://lnk.to/AKO_lovely_moments ako vlog in London + Paris Teaser [from 2nd Album “lovely moments”] Ako “lovely moments” Special Web Site https://akolondog.net/lovely_moments
- SiM
- New Release
SiM releases their buzzworthy new track “FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet)” alongside its music video!
SiM’s explosive new track “FiVE TiMES DEAD (by my wallet)” has just been released, kicking off with the striking phrase “Deddedededde! (Dead×5)” and racing forward like a roller coaster. Marking their first new song in about 1 year and 2 months, the track was created with an American producer—another first for the band—and takes SiM’s signature chaos to the next level. It’s a globally oriented metalcore anthem that amplifies their wild energy even further. Released just ahead of their self-produced festival “DEAD POP FESTiVAL 2026,” the track is already generating buzz across social media. Alongside the release, a must-see music video has also dropped, boosting the song’s appeal. Featuring an exaggerated, almost parody-like “fantasy Japan” set reminiscent of Hollywood films, the video transforms into a frenzy where not just five, but over twenty-five “DEADs” burst into chaotic bloom. With this video, “…MAJI?” edges even closer to becoming a universal phrase. Having been selected for a main stage slot at the UK’s Download Festival 2025, SiM continues to prove themselves as a globally active band representing Japan, and this video is packed with symbolic, high-impact visuals that reflect exactly that. With this bold and vivid new chapter, SiM is set to...
