FIRE BOMBER to Release First New Song in 12 Years, “BURN! BURN! BURN!” Alongside the Vinyl Edition of “ULTRA FIRE!!” Best Album

FIRE BOMBER, the rock band that appears in Macross 7, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, announced during the Basara Nekki birthday event streamed by SHOWROOM on August 15 that they will release their first new single in 12 years, along with a vinyl edition of the Macross 7 ULTRA FIRE!! FIRE BOMBER BEST ALBUM on October 30.

The new single will be titled “BURN! BURN! BURN!” The title track is an upbeat rock tune featuring a passionate exchange between Basara Nekki and Mylene Flare Jenius, designed to get listeners shouting along and pumped up. The single will also include new solo tracks from both Basara Nekki and Mylene Flare Jenius. The jacket will feature a new illustration by Haruhiko Mikimoto, the character designer of Macross 7. The initial production run will come with special packaging, so be sure to pre-order early.

Releasing on the same day, the Macross 7 ULTRA FIRE!! FIRE BOMBER BEST ALBUM will be available in vinyl format for the first time. The initial production will feature limited-edition colored vinyl. Disc 1 will be designed with a color scheme inspired by the VF-19 Custom Fire Valkyrie, while Disc 2 will feature a color scheme inspired by the VF-11 MAXL Custom Mylene Valkyrie. The large gatefold vinyl jacket will capture the passion and intensity of the album.

Japanese subculture music producer Aiobahn collaborates with Isekaijoucho on fourth major-label single!

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Aiobahn, a unique Japanese music producer/DJ with roots in EDM and a strong connection to Japan’s subculture scene, has released his fourth major-label single, ‘new world feat. Isekaijoucho’. The single was released digitally last week.

Aiobahn’s song ‘INTERNET YAMERO’, released in March 2023, has been viewed over 48 million times on YouTube, while numerous fans have released their own cover videos. The song has also been used in over 13,000 videos on TikTok, including many dance videos, creating a buzz online.

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In April of the same year, Aiobahn made his major-label debut with the release of ‘Re: searchlight’ on avex trax, featuring Nagi Yanagi. Then, in November, he released ‘Shiawaseni nante naranaide feat. Nanawo Akari’, a collaboration with the popular online subculture artist Nanawo Akari, followed in January 2024 by ‘non-reflection feat. Yui Makino’, a team-up with voice actress Yui Makino. Additionally, in November he released ‘u&I’ from the dance label HEXAGON led by future house giant Don Diablo, and in May 2024 he released ‘On Repeat (feat. Dan Soleil)’ from the dance music label bitbird, headed by Dutch DJ and producer San Holo – proving his talent not only in the subculture scene but also in the EDM scene.

In April 2024, Aiobahn held his first self-produced event, otoplanet, at duo Music Exchange in Shibuya, Tokyo. He hosted four artists on the bill, including Yuka Nagase, who was a featured artist on ‘Sora de Oyasumi’ released in March 2023, as well as Pasocom Music Club, Mark Robinson and Tennyson, filling the house for a successful show. Now, Aiobahn has released his latest song, a collaboration with Isekaijoucho, a “virtual dark singer” affiliated with KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO. This pop tune features Isekaijoucho’s powerful and ephemeral singing voice over a danceable breakbeat with an impressive backing groove.

The lyrics were written by KOCHO, who is known for writing lyrics and singing on countless anime songs. This gem of a tune has a forward-thinking worldview and a fast-paced groove, with captivating vocals that exude a worldly atmosphere, all blended perfectly with Aiobahn’s intricate sound. Since a teaser video was posted online a week before the single release, fans have left comments on social media such as, “What an incredible tag team,” “Aiobahn x Isekaijoucho are amazing,” and “Can this collaboration really be true?” – showing that fans of both artists are waiting breathlessly for this dream collaboration.

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The music video, which premiered on YouTube at the same time as the song was released, is a mix of live action and animation, directed by HuMuu. It is filled with imagery that pays homage to the internet culture of the 2000s, building on the unique collaboration between Aiobahn and Isekaijoucho.

As Aiobahn continues to smash expectations with each release, be sure to look out for his continued rise. Be sure to check out the music video for ‘new world’ feat. Isekaijoucho below along with the streaming link for the song here!

PassCode’s Long-Awaited New Single “WILLSHINE” Chosen as 2nd Season OP Theme of TV Anime Shy!

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PassCode is a four-member vocal and dance group that has performed at major festivals such as SUMMER SONIC and MEGA VEGAS. In September last year, they completed their first US tour, performing in Dallas, Los Angeles, and New York. Riding the wave of these successes, they have announced that “WILLSHINE,” their first new song in approximately one year, will be released on music streaming sites on July 9, followed by a CD single release on September 11.

“WILLSHINE” has been chosen as the opening theme song for the second season of the TV anime Shy. The original manga is currently serialized in Weekly Shonen Champion and has exceeded a cumulative circulation of 1.4 million copies! This marks PassCode’s first anime tie-up since “Ray” approximately six years ago.

Furthermore, they have announced a live tour this August. The tour title is “PassCode Undo→Step TOUR 2024.” Please keep an eye on their activities this year!

HARU NEMURI Embarks on North America Tour 2024 'Flee from the Sanctuary'!

Popular vocalist HARU NEMURI has announced her triumphant return to North America with six live dates kicking off September 28 in Seattle, High Dive up-to Chicago, Reggies Rock Club.

HARU had captivated audiences last year in North America with her talked about epic tour performances and shows at SXSW including her appearance at the Dr. Martin’s showcase where she was reined “one of the best performances” writers saw that year. Returning to Japan, she had completed her Shunka Ryougen Tour at the Liquid Room in Tokyo with Shinsei Kamattechan, appeared at Summer Sonic 2023 Festival, and immediately had gone on tour completing her long-run tour in the UK and Europe with appearances at various festivals to close the night. Her mix of emotion, passion, energy, and guttural screams on stage have left those who see her in awe and wanting to find out more about the Japan based singer, songwriter and poetry rapper.

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The tour is in support of Haru’s newest EP release, ‘INSAINT’, out now. The album was heralded by publications like The Fader, Everything Noise, noting, “Haru continues to abide by the riot grrrl and overall punk ethos in ways that continuously captivate, complementing them with songs that are justifyingly rowdy, absolutely entertaining, and above all, genuine all the way”. ‘INSAINT’ is available to stream in full at this link:

HARU NEMURI comments "When I felt that being myself was more shameful and miserable than anything else, there was a night when I thought that once I leapt out of that 'safe home,' I might never be able to return to 'normal' again. Still, I had no choice but to jump out. Such nights can sometimes maybe visit others too. As one of the places where those of us who have had to leap out from sanctuaries in the past/present/future gather, I want to strive so that Haru Nemuri's live performances exist."

HARU will perform live in major cities including Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Brooklyn, and Chicago. A full list of upcoming tour dates can be found below. Tickets are on sale now at the following link.

Be sure to check out the music video for the track ‘Destruction Sisters’ below as well!

Girl Group SWEET REVENGE Makes A Splash With Debut Music Video "Might Just"!

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New Asian-Pop band SWEET REVENGE has released today a music video for their debut single “Might Just.” The trio came together by competing in a global audition process to find the next pop sensation from entertainment powerhouse, LDH JAPAN. As part of the “Global Vocal Battle Auditions,” one of the international judges and world renowned producer AFROJACK was impressed with the group’s stand-out vocal and dance performances. Through their musical journey priming to launch – reminiscent of superstars BLACKPINK – they created their identity SWEET REVENGE, evoking a sweetness backed by femme fatale energy. Now, after four years of honing their skills, the girls are making their official debut into the J-Pop world with their colorful new music video for “Might Just.”

SWEET REVENGE is a multi-ethnic group, with ASAMI hailing from Japan, AGNES who is Dutch and West African, and LARISSA, a native of the Netherlands. In “Might Just,” each of the members show off their unique aura and style before coming together to create a bouncy hook, backed by a dreamy production style. The track is produced by GRAMMY award-winning producer group The Stereotypes, whose plucky synths and energetic hi-hat drums give the song a cotton candy atmosphere.

The “Might Just” music video, directed by Los Angeles-based Amber Park, features the bright performers with their own animated digital avatars. The character designs were made by Shinsei Galverse illustrator Ayaka Ohira and the avatars shown in the music video were created by creative studio Active Theory. The artists wore motion-capture bodysuits to record and track the choreography, all done by the LDH DIGITAL team to breathe life into their anime-friendly/kawaii-esque mascots. This single will appear as the opening theme in the upcoming anime series, "The Girl Downstairs.” The program is originally a popular Korean webtoon that was adapted into a Chinese anime series, and is now set to air on Japanese TV on July 3, 2024. 

Be sure to check out he music video for “MIGHT JUST” below along with the streaming link for the track here!