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RADWIMPS: A Unique Japanese Rock Band You Need To Know

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Take a trip to Japan and check out one of the most unique and fascinating rock bands around – RADWIMPS! This 4-piece band first came together in high school and started by playing covers of popular songs. They released their debut album in 2006 and have enjoyed commercial success ever since. In addition to their music, the band is also known for their quirky and humorous lyrics. If you’re a fan of alternative rock, pop, or indie music styles, then you need to check out RADWIMPS! RADWIMPS – the story Are you looking for something unique and interesting to listen to this fall? If so, you need to check out RADWIMPS! This Japanese rock band blends elements of funk, jazz,Continue readingRADWIMPS: A Unique Japanese Rock Band You Need To Know

The Gazette Mass

The Gazette’s New Album: Mass

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Ever since their formation in 1999, Japanese rock band, The Gazette has been preeminent throughout Japan. With 12 albums and 46 singles, the band is without a doubt one of the most successful bands to ever come out of Japan; and now they’re back with yet another album! What’s in store for us this time? Keep reading to find out! The latest album, Mass, is the seventh full-length studio album released by The Gazette. It contains a total of 11 tracks and about 41 minutes worth of music on a single disc. I am a little late to the review as I have not had a chance to write it up. Mass was originally released on May 26, 2021. ConceptionContinue readingThe Gazette’s New Album: Mass

All About the Japanese Rock Band ONE OK ROCK

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One Ok Rock is a Japanese rock band formed in 2005. They are one of the most popular bands in Japan with 12 million Twitter followers and over 8 million Facebook likes. The members all met at Yokosuka High School, but they didn’t start playing together until their senior year when they started practicing out on the school’s rooftop during lunch break. Their name comes from the idea that there was no “one ok rock” among them, so it became their group name. While One Ok Rock has been around for 10 years now, they have only released six albums because each member wants to explore different music styles before settling on what kind of sound best suits them asContinue readingAll About the Japanese Rock Band ONE OK ROCK

Japanese Metal to Sharpen Your Ears

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Great mix of Japanese Rock in this featured playlist today. Song: Ill – Artist: a crowd of rebellion Song: Cold Heart – Artist: SHADOWS Song: Nex:us Artist: a crowd of rebellion Song: BREATHE Artist: coldrain Song: Goya no machiawase Artist: Hello Sleepwalkers Song: Shinsekai Artist: Hello Sleepwalkers Song: Squall Artist: 04 Limited Sazabys Song: Apollo Artist: Crystal Lake Song: My Direction Artist: SHADOWS Song: MAYDAY (feat. Ryo) Artist: coldrain

MIYAVI_2019

MIYAVI North America Tour 2021

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First time MIYAVI has had tour dates in North America in over 2 years. Ticket info available on the official site. available Check below to see if there is a city close by: Date City Location 30-Sep Calgar MaCewan Ballroom 2-Oct Vancouver Imperial 4-Oct Seattle The Crocodile 5-Oct San Francisco Great American Music Hall 8-Oct Los Angeles El Rey Theatres 9-Oct Mesa Nile Theater 11-Oct Las Vegas House of Blues 13-Oct Salt Lake City The Depot 14-Oct Denver Marquis Theatre 16-Oct Austin Come and Take It Live 17-Oct Dallas Trees 19-Oct Chicago Cobra Lounge 20-Oct Chicago Cobra Lounge 22-Oct Pittsburgh Thunderbird 23-Oct Toronto The Opera House 25-Oct Montreal Le National 27-Oct New York Sony Hall 28-Oct Boston The Paradise RockContinue readingMIYAVI North America Tour 2021