JAKIGAN MEISTER – Neon Overdrive Review: Synth-Soaked Excess
JAKIGAN MEISTER has always thrived in excess—theatricality cranked to eleven, aesthetics wielded like weaponry. With ...
DEZERT Mark 15 Years With Venue-Exclusive "Alternate4"
In a bold move that doubles down on the tangible in an age of infinite streaming, DEZERT is releasing a special four-...
鬼堕くん。 on Raw Emotion, Studio Life, and Unfiltered Sound
A mysterious figure emerged from the digital underground earlier this year, and the Japanese music sphere hasn’t been...
Kyushu Biteki Matsuri Finals Head to Fukuoka & Kumamoto
The final chapter of one of Kyushu’s most anticipated Visual Kei events is about to unfold. The Kyushu Biteki Matsuri...
ASAGI Releases "Tenrinzoku" Single; Birthday Finale Announced
After two decades as a solo artist, ASAGI—the enigmatic vocalist and creative force behind some of Visual Kei’s most ...
Creamy Mami Covers Pierrot Magical Girl Classics
When Studio Pierrot ended its long silence by greenlight a new magical girl anime, nobody expected a full-circle mome...
KISAKI Announces Second Memorial Album & Tokyo Encore Show
A living legend continues to rewrite visual kei history. KISAKI—the bassist and mastermind who has shaped the scene f...
Crack6 Complete "Insane Silentia" Tour; Chisato Announces Solo 30th Anniversary Project
Crack6—the solo project of PENICILLIN’s Chisato—has wrapped their “Insane Silentia” tour following a triumphant final...
Versailles Reflect on Their Return to the Stage
Versailles are back, and they’ve got stories to tell. Ahead of their appearance at B7KLAN J-Rock Festival, the legend...
Sendai Cargo on New Single "いっち! いっち!!" After 2.5 Years: "I Want to Make Everyone Smile"
This interview was originally published in Japanese on barks.jp. Translated by VK Chronicle.
FUR Unleash "GLOSS" MV, Debut Single Drops August
Only three months into their career, FUR are already making waves with their debut single—and the accompanying music ...
KIRITO's Phantom XII Acoustic Shows Prove Faith Over Chaos
When KIRITO took the stage at Tokyo’s KANDA SQUARE HALL across two sold-out nights in July, he wasn’t there to provid...
黒夢 Celebrates Bassist's 54th Birthday at Historic Arena Shows
When a legendary Japanese rock band decides to throw a three-day arena extravaganza culminating in their bassist’s bi...
黒夢's Arena Triumph: Day 2 of THE PERFECT DAYS TO DIE
黒夢 (Kuro Yume) delivered an explosive second night at Tokyo’s TOYOTA ARENA on July 18, proving why their 2026 resurge...
This Week in Visual Kei: New Music & Farewell Tours — July 20, 2026
What a week for the Visual Kei scene. We’ve got fresh singles dropping left and right, bands hitting the road in forc...
ASAGI – NAKED HEART IGNITION Review: Raw Passion Rekindled
ASAGI has never been a band content to rest on legacy, and NAKED HEART IGNITION proves they’re still hungry in 2026. ...
Damian Hamada's Creatures Release "Seven Deadly Sins" Single
The legendary hellish overlord is back with fresh sonic devastation. Damian Hamada’s Creatures, the heavy metal proje...
Zilqy Declare "Birth of Riot" After Triumphant One-Man Show
Zilqy just proved why they’re one of the most exciting new acts in heavy Japanese rock. On July 11, the four-piece do...
Verde/ × ASAGI Share Stage for Historic 2 Man Live
Two distinct artistic visions are set to collide this autumn. Verde/ (the solo project of Shou) and ASAGI have announ...
Fukuro Announces Indefinite Hiatus Amid Allegations
The Visual Kei community is reeling from unexpected news out of Japan. Fukuro, the atmospheric darkwave outfit known ...