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Japanese Visual Kei band Empress is ramping up the intensity with a brand new EP that's primed to deliver dark, aggressive energy. The four-piece has announced the April 29, 2026 release of **BERSERK**, a five-track EP that showcases the band's signature theatrical intensity and polished musicianship. For those unfamiliar, Empress is a female-fronted Visual Kei outfit led by vocalist LeA, alongside guitarist Mitsuki, bassist Marie, and drummer Iori. The band has carved out a solid reputation in Japan's underground VK scene for their dynamic sound—blending heavy guitar work with atmospheric production and LeA's commanding vocal presence. If you've been following the resurgence of darker, more aggressive Visual Kei in recent years, Empress represents that wave perfectly. **BERSERK** consists of five tracks: the title track "BERSERK," "Howling," "Days," "Giving," and "Restart." The lead single and music video ar...