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Featured Japanese Music NEWS From TOKYO NOIZU!
🎧 New Music Alert! Survive Said The Prophet - "Speak of the Devil"
Japanese rock band Survive Said The Prophet has released the official music video for their new single “Speak of the Devil” on January 17, 2026.
The track is currently being used as the ending theme for the second half of the TV anime Fire Force Season 3, which resumed broadcast in January 2026.
The song features Masato Hayakawa, lead vocalist of Japanese rock band Coldrain, marking a high-profile collaboration between two major acts in Japan’s modern rock scene.
The release continues Survive Said The Prophet’s strong presence in anime music, following their well-known theme songs for Vinland Saga (“MUKANJYO”), BANANA FISH (“found & lost” and “RED”), and Tokyo 24th Ward (“Papersky”).
The single "Speak of the Devil" by Survive Said The Prophet feat. Masato is on most major streaming platforms and for download.
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Post: 17 January 2026
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands socials & website
Photo: Survive Said The Prophet promotion image.
Fire Force is a Japanese action anime about Special Fire Force companies combating Infernals, humans who spontaneously combust and transform into fire monsters.
In Season 3, Shinra Kusakabe and Company 8 confront the Evangelist and the White-Clad as the truth behind spontaneous human combustion and the Adolla Burst comes to light. Joined by allies such as Arthur Boyle and Benimaru Shinmon, Shinra faces a final escalation that will determine the fate of the Tokyo Empire and humanity itself.
🎧In Case You Missed it - View From The Soyuz split single: "C20"
Japanese metalcore outfit View From The Soyuz have teamed up with melodic hardcore punk band JasonAndrew for a new split single titled C20.
The two-track release sees JasonAndrew delivering the biting, high-energy anthem “CLOWN,” while View From The Soyuz counter with the atmospheric and heavy “Tales Of The Voiceless.” To accompany the release, View From The Soyuz unveiled an official music video for “Tales Of The Voiceless” on January 10, 2026, adding a striking visual layer to the collaboration.
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Post: 14 January 2026
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social & website
Photo: View From The Soyuz promotion image
In case you didn't know, in the underground and indie world, a split single is a collaborative release where bands share a record — each contributing one or a couple of tracks under a joint title — harking back to the old punk and DIY ethos of putting different artists on either side of a 7″ or short EP to share costs and audiences.
In Japan, this format has found fertile ground because the physical music market still thrives, and fans love collectible and unique releases, with grassroots scenes like punk, hardcore and metal thrive on community and cross-promotion; doing splits lets bands support one another, cut press costs, bond scenes together, and give listeners something fresh and tangible outside of traditional album cycles.
🎧 New Music Alert! - HANABIE. "ICONIC" Video
On Friday, January 9, 2026 - Harajuku-core trailblazers HANABIE. kicked off the new year with a futuristically ferocious official music video for their latest track "ICONIC" (via Sony Music Japan).
The track "ICONIC", as well as previously released "Spicy Queen" and "GIRL'S TALK" can be found on the band's upcoming new EP 'HOT TOPIC' set for release later this month on Wednesday, January 28.
HANABIE. EP HOT TOPIC Tracklisting:
1. ICONIC
2. Spicy Queen
3. Tokimeki About You
4. GIRL'S TALK
5. Theme of Hanabiechan
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Post: 12 January 2026
Words: HANABIE. PR & Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: HANABIE. press release
Photo: HANABIE. band promo
The music video for "ICONIC" by HANABIE. is available now on YouTube. With a worldwide release of the single "ICONIC" across most major streaming platforms!
HANABIE. NORTH AMERICA TOUR 2026:
Fans will soon have their chance to see the band's inimitable live performance at their first North American headliner beginning Friday, March 13, in Boston, Massachusetts, with Nekrogoblikon and Enterprise Earth as support on the trek.
Tickets for HANABIE. are now on sale and are bound to sell out, so be sure to get yours before it's too late!
Exclusive Interview: EUPHOBIA GUITARIST, YOSUKE
When it comes to the new wave of Japanese metal pushing boundaries and blending extreme sonics with visual impact, EUPHOBIA is a name that’s been turning heads both in Japan and abroad. Formed in June 2025, this Osaka/Tokyo-based outfit has quickly carved out a distinct identity within the black metal and blackened deathcore realm, combining dense, driving riffs with intricately layered compositions that challenge genre expectations.
In this exclusive interview, Tokyo Noizu dive into Yosuke’s personal journey with the guitar, his gear and influences, what keeps him driven as a musician, and how the band is looking to bring EUPHOBIA’s sound to stages around the world.
Read our exclusive interview with: EUPHOBIA GUITARIST YOSUKE, available now in our "Articles and Interviews" section.
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Post: 8 January 2026
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands socials, website and our interview with YOSUKE
Photo: EUPHOBIA promo
🎧 New Music & Video Alert!
Japanese rock band THE ORAL CIGARETTES have released the digital single and music video for “ERASE”, which is the opening theme song for the second season of the TV anime "Hell Teacher Nube".
The second season of Hell Teacher Nube continues the reboot’s supernatural school storyline, following Meisuke “Nube” Nueno as he protects his students from ghosts, curses, and yōkai tied to Japanese folklore.
This part of the series leans more heavily into darker mysteries and emotional character moments, expanding both the threats Nube faces and the secrets behind his demon-possessed hand. While it keeps the monster-of-the-week format, the second season also develops longer story arcs and deeper bonds between Nube and his class.
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Post: 7 January 2026
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social, website, Hell Teacher Nube press
Photo: THE ORAL CIGARETTES promo
The music video for “ERASE” by THE ORAL CIGARETTES is available now on YouTube. With a worldwide release across most major streaming platforms!
🎧 New Music Alert!
Japanese symphonic visual kei metal band: MATENROU OPERA premiered the music video 2026.01.01 for their new single "EMBRYO" itself released December 29, 2025
EMBRYO can be purchased from the MATENROU OPERA online store through the bands website. Along with the YouTube video, the track is also available on streaming services like Spotify
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Post: 1 January 2026
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social media
Photo: Matenrou Opera promo
The music video for "EMBRYO" by MATENROU OPERA is available now on YouTube.
🎧 New Music Video Alert!
Japanese independent Metal band OBSESS HEDERA released their 2nd music video "ANTI-FORMALISM" to YouTube on December, 30th 2025.
OBSESS HEDERA formed in 2024 and are active mainly in Nagoya area (Japan). Band members currently consist of:
Sarai Kotori (茶礼ことり) – Vocals (lead singer), Yü-suke – Guitar, Ryoji – Guitar and Sue / Issuchan (沙雨 / スー) – Bass with Masaya (真弥) – Drums. Their music seems to take from many influnces including metalcore and Heavy Metal with melodic undertones and death vocals.
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Post: 30 December 2025
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social media
Photo: OBSESS HEDERA promo
The music video "ANTI-FORMALISM" by OBSESS HEDERA is available now on YouTube.
Follow the band on their Social Media:
YouTube: @OBSESSHEDERA
🎧 New Music Alert!
Japanese power metal band LOVEBITES released "The Castaway" music video to YouTube on Christmas Eve 2025.12.24, which is taken from their 5th album 'Outstanding Power' released on February 18, 2026 in Asia!
Along with the new album also being available on music distribution sites and streaming services on the same day. According to the Victor Online Store "There are multiple CD deluxe editions of Outstanding Power available.
One is the Heaven Edition, which includes a Blu-ray (or DVD) titled "Made in Heaven ~Live at Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO) 2025," which contains the complete footage of the performance at Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO) on March 13th of this year during the aforementioned tour.
The other is the Hell Edition, which includes the Blu-ray (or DVD) "Made in Hell - Live at Hellfest 2024," a full recording of the live performance at Hellfest, one of the world's largest metal festivals, held in France on June 28th".
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Post: 27 December 2025
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands official website
Photo: Lovebites promo
The music video "The Castaway" by LOVEBITES is available now on YouTube.
🎧 New Music Alert!
Japanese rock band Like-an-Angel released their 2nd Single "Crash to Rise" on 2025.12.17, with the music video uploaded to YouTube around 3 weeks before, Premiered on 2025.11.25.
Like-an-Angel are led by L'Arc-en-Ciel bassist Tetsuya, with the other band members including: guitarist Saki (ex Mary's Blood & NEMOPHILIA) with Reno former guitarist of ViViD, and hibiki (drummer of Matenrou Opera). The band is completed by vocalist jekyll.
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Post: 23 December 2025
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social media / official website
Photo: Like-an-Angel promo
The video "Crash to Rise" by Like-an-Angel is available now on YouTube.
The single "Crash to Rise" by Like-an-Angel is on most major streaming platforms and CD!
🎧 New Music Alert!
Japanese nu-metal / alternative metal band "Leo Sharsy" released the music video for "HERO" to YouTube December 17th, 2025. The single is taken from their latest album "Leo Sharsy 4" which itself was released on December 7th, 2025.
Leo Sharsy are a 4 member band active mainly in Tokyo, consisting of Leo (Vocals, Lyricist, Composer), Ryota (Guitar), Yusuke (Bass Guitar), and Kunpei (Drums).
Follow the band's social media:
Instagram: @leosharsyofficial
YouTube: @officialleosharsy
X: @leosharsy
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Post: 18 December 2025
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social media
Photo: Leo Sharsy promo
The video "HERO" by Leo Sharsy is available on YouTube NOW!
The album "Leo Sharsy 4" by Leo Sharsy is out now on most major streaming platforms.
🎧In Case You Missed it!
Japanese emotional alternative rock band "New Side Chapter" released their new single "COMA" to digital music platforms back in October, 22nd with an accompanying official Video released to Youtube on December 5th, 2025!
New Side Chapter are based in and active in Mito, Ibaraki and surrounding Prefectures. Their musical style incorporates a variety of cultures and worldviews, from Asian to Celtic to Gothic, each song shows an unpredictable variety of expressions. Among them, their outstanding sense of melody captures the hearts of listeners.
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Post: 13 December 2025
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: Bands social media
Photo: New Side Chapter promo
The video "COMA" by New Side Chapter is available now on YouTube.
The single "COMA" by New Side Chapter is on most major streaming platforms.
🎧 New Music Alert!
Japanese metal band Little Lilith to release their highly anticipated 1st full album "RUIN" nationwide on December 10, 2025, The album serving as a definitive statement of their four-year journey.
"RUIN" features 11 tracks, including their signature song "Retribution" and four consecutive digital releases.
Little Lilith are Known for their heavy, technical djent sound, deep messages, and dramatic live performances, Little Lilith continues to earn acclaim at home and abroad. Tokyo Noizu caught up with the band early in the year, our interview is still available in our Articles and Interviews section: Interview: LITTLE LILITH, All band members!
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Post: 9 December 2025
Words: Tokyo Noizu Staff
Source: From bands PR
Photo: Little Lilith promo
Ahead of the release of "RUIN" Little Lilith released the music video for "Delete" and is currently available on YouTube.
Tracklist: Little Lilith album "RUIN"
1. RUIN Prologue
2. Retribution
3. daybreak
4. Hallucination
5. Devoured Hope
6. so I die
7. BLESSING
8. HellFire
9. Delete
10. Phoenix
11. RUIN
🎧 New Music Alert!
Legendary Japanese rock powerhouse GLAY has unleashed their highly anticipated 63rd single, "Dead Or Alive," today, while also dropping the track's fierce music video. This marks GLAY's first new single in nearly two years, arriving right after their 30th debut anniversary.
The blistering new number, "Dead Or Alive" was written specifically as the opening theme for the popular anime series Record of Ragnarok III.
The series is produced by Warner Bros. Japan LLC and will be exclusively available for worldwide streaming on Netflix starting December 10, 2025.
The creation of the song began with TAKURO's simple desire to pursue rock music with GLAY. The lyrics feature elements reflecting the world of the tie-up anime, Netflix's exclusive series Record of Ragnarok III. With HISASHI's sharp arrangement covering the entire track, this single is a powerful start to the band's 31st year.
"Dead Or Alive" is a heavy rock anthem composed and written by guitarist TAKURO. It features dramatic riffs, a foundation of heavy bass from JIRO, arrangement work by HISASHI and the commanding vocals of TERU.
TAKURO commented on crafting the song to match the anime's intensity:
“We are extremely honored to be in charge of the opening theme song for a work that has garnered immense popularity since its first season. We produced “Dead Or Alive” keeping in mind Record of Ragnarok's magnificent story and the struggles of each character who cannot be judged by 'justice' alone. Furthermore, the song is a fusion of the world of thrilling action and the inherent intensity of rock music.”
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Post: 5 December 2025
Words: Bands PR
Source: Bands PR
Photo: GLAY promo
PIERCE GABRIEL the Music Video Director Commented:
"For this music video concept, which was built around shooting in New York City, I began by researching a wide range of rock band visuals set in major metropolitan cities. Among everything I explored, the performances that moved me most were The Beatles’ rooftop session in London and U2’s performance atop a Los Angeles building."
The new single "Dead Or Alive" by GLAY is also available on most major streaming platforms.
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