Interview
Prior to their concert in Washington DC, JaME caught up with party animals BACK-ON to see how their trip had been so far and plans for the future.
Biography
Daishi rose to fame as the vocalist for the popular cosplay band Psycho le Cemu, but after a series of unfortunate events, he went on to become a solo artist under his full name, Kajinaga Daishi.
Live Report
J blazed out in his “New Blood, New Explosion” live on November 2nd in Tokyo.
Biography
A Japanese indie rock band, Yellow Studs' songs range anywhere from wild garage rock to heartrending piano ballads. Each one is topped off with a nostalgic rock'n'roll feel courtesy of the hoarse voice of frontman Taichi Nomura.
Biography
A rock supergroup formed by ex-members of L’Arc~en~Ciel, MALICE MIZER and BY-SEXUAL, ZIGZO made its return in 2012 - ten years after its original disbandment - and is still going strong today.
Biography
THE SOUND BEE HD is a visual kei band signed to the indie label Starwave Records. Their music is described as a fusion of electro and heavy rock with a touch of Japanese aesthetics, and their albums are usually based on themes.
Biography
ONE OK ROCK is one of Japan's fastest rising rock acts. With heartfelt songs ranging from emo to punk to rap-rock, they have attracted an impressive following both in their home country and overseas.
Live Report
The last day of AnimagiC offered a big finale featuring performances by Zwei and Aoi Eir.
Biography
While still a relatively new band, Grieva have quickly attracted a following in the visual kei scene due to their dark, 90s-influenced sound.
Biography
True veterans of the Japanese rock scene, PENICILLIN were one of the top visual kei bands of the 90s, and they have maintained an impressive level of devotion to their craft for over two decades.
Interview
JaME had the opportunity to talk with model and singer Una shortly before her performance at J.E Live House.
