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The Full-Circle Moment: HYDE Making History at the Konzerthaus
Photos by Kazuko Tanaka To the rock community, HYDE is a force of untamed energy, a legendary frontman who has spent over three decades commanding chaotic stages. But inside the grand, historic halls of Vienna, a different kind of magic is taking shape. For the monumental grand finale of his Jekyll Orchestra Tour 2026 , the Japanese star has arrived in the c
[Interview] Shinn Uchida at DoKomi 2023
2023 Recap - Digital Releases Black Screen Records
[Interview] SiM's first headline show in Germany
GIANTS: Behind the groundbreaking concept album
[Interview] Introducing Chilli Beans.: Neo Garage from Japan
Eddie Marianukroh on Chained Echoes' vinyl release
The highly anticipated vinyl release of the 90s JRPGs-inspired game, CHAINED ECHOES , developed by Matthias Linda ( Umami Tiger ), was finally announced last Friday, on February 7. Produced and released by Black Screen Records , this special vinyl is available in two stunning colorways (a BSR exclusive and a regular edition), making it not just a sonic journ
Promise Mascot Agency: Alpha Chrome Yayo
Meet the lead composer behind Promise Mascot Agency a brand-new game by Kaizen Game Works , the creator of Paradise Killer , coming out on April 10. Alpha Chrome Yayo , or ACY for short, is not only a soundtrack composer but also a musician famous for experimenting with modern and traditional sounds. For this game ACY has crafted an eclectic mix of music, fr
[Interview] KIKUOLAND: GO-ROUND The first Vocaloid producer to tour the world
Kikuo , now an icon in the Vocaloid world, explains how it all started, how he got to be the first ever Vocaloid producer to tour the world, and what experiences shaped his artistry up until now. Hi, this is Naomi from Kaibutsu Music . I had the honour to sit down with Kikuo before his show in Cologne, Germany to chat about what "being Kikuo" really means an
coldrain Are Coming Back to Europe—Masato Opens Up About Breaking Into Anime as an English-Only Band
With their fierce post-hardcore sound and all-English lyrics, Japanese rock band coldrain has built a loyal international fanbase—and they’re heading back to Europe soon with the UK / EU TOUR 2025 to reunite with fans on stage. We sat down with frontman Masato during the release of their hard-hitting single "Vengeance," which later became the opening theme f
Promise Mascot Agency: Ryo Koike
The name Ryo Koike is one that you can't miss in the world of gaming soundtracks. From Ninja Gaiden to Resident Evil he has marked and shaped the industry to where it is now. We had the opportunity to get to know more about his vision and the process of making the soundtrack to Promise Mascot Agency , a brand-new game by Kaizen Game Works , the creators of P
[Interview] fathomless skywalker
Congratulations on the exciting announcement of your debut album! How excited are you about the release and how does it feel to share your songs with fans soon? Chihiro : It’s been a long journey, but I’m so happy that we can finally announce it! I can’t wait to share *Anthems of the Resilient*, filled with diverse worlds, with everyone and hear your thought
This War of Mine: Piotr Musiał
When This War of Mine first released in 2014 by the Polish video game developer and publisher 11 bit studios , it left players not just with haunting memories of war-torn survival, but with a deeply emotional soundtrack that underscored every difficult choice and quiet moment. Now, 10 years later, composer Piotr Musiał revisits that world—together with the n
88bit shares his insight on his unique carrier as a video game composer
Rob Kovacs, also known as 88bit, is a recording artist, composer, pianist, and singer/songwriter. He made it his mission to bring forgotten video game music back to life on the piano. You might know him from his albums Video Game LoFi: Super Mario 64, the Katawa Shoujo Piano Collections, his performances at major conventions like PAX and MAGFest, or from his
From Haikyuu! to Europe: Burnout Syndromes Kick Off Long-Awaited World Tour
After a six-year wait, Japanese rock trio Burnout Syndromes—famous for their electrifying anthem 'FLY HIGH!!' from Haikyuu!! —are making a powerful return to Europe. They're kicking off a long-anticipated world tour with stops at major anime conventions like Dokomi in Düsseldorf, Germany. Since forming in middle school, the band has become a staple in anime
HYDE [INSIDE]: Japan's biggest rockstar HYDE is coming to Europe
A legendary moment for fans of J-Rock — this November, four selected European cities will host the singer of the iconic Japanese rock band L’Arc〜en〜Ciel. HYDE toured Latin America earlier this summer and is now making his final stops in Paris, Cologne, Utrecht, and Stockholm. We had the opportunity to talk with HYDE about his world tour, HYDE [INSIDE], and h