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ZION Ascends to “World Class Rock Band” Status, Powered by the Gifts of Mother Nature
In 2020, the rock band ZION was formed in Tokyo, Japan. The group is composed of Tatsuya Mitsumura (vocal, guitar), Keisuke Kushino (guitar), Sachio Yoshizawa (guitar), Taichi Naruhashi (drums), and Shinnosuke Sato (bass). The band takes its name from Zion National Park in the U.S. Drawing from the Hebrew word for "sanctuary," the park's beauty became a muse for the group. The members were inspired by the scenery, smell, and aura that the rocky mountains bring about.
HANABIE. Drops Heroic Anthem "Metamorphose!" with New Music Video
The unstoppable Japanese band HANABIE. has dropped their latest track, "Metamorphose!"—a high-energy anthem combining heavy riffs with infectious melodies, delivering arguably their most powerful song to date. Inspired by the epic battles of superheroes and the magic of childhood fantasies, this track is sure to become a fan favorite.
J-Pop’s Kenshi Yonezu Shouts “RED OUT” in His Latest Single
Several Japanese artists have found a global reach due to their transcendental music. One of these artists is Kenshi Yonezu. Kenshi Yonezu has been in this industry for a decade now, becoming familiar to any listener of J-Pop.
Japanese VTuber Mori Calliope Set to Drop Highly Anticipated Release ‘PHANTOMINE’ in Mid August
Mori Calliope is a Japanese VTuber (Virtual YouTuber) who is part of one of the biggest VTuber productions in Japan, hololive. VTuber is a YouTuber who uses an animated avatar instead of their real appearance. The main activities are basically the same as YouTubers. Each Vtuber has a well-designed character, and they do singing, live streaming, gaming, etc.
HY Celebrates 25 Years of Musical Magic
Japanese rock band HY was formed in their hometown of Higashi-Yakena, Okinawa, in 2000, when they were high school students. All of them are from Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The band is currently composed of HIDEYUKI SHINZATO (Vocal & Guitar), SHUN NAKA (Drums), SHINSUKE KYODA (Bass), and IZUMI NAKASONE (Keyboard & Vocal). Their distinctive features include vocals performed by male and female members, a rarity in Japanese bands, and the composition based on their regional culture.
Interview: LOAR is Creating a New Wave for Japanese R&B Artists
Check out our interview with LOAR as he discusses his creative style, hopes for Japanese artists in the music industry, future releases, and more!