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ねぐせ。 has solved the mystery that's been puzzling their fanbase all week: the band will hold their very first free live performance on April 16th at an undisclosed location in Shibuya, starting at 5 PM. For the past several days, the band's official social media accounts have been posting cryptic messages and coded imagery, sparking wild speculation among listeners about what was coming. Today's announcement answers those burning questions—sort of. While the date and general area are confirmed, the exact venue details remain under wraps, and fans will need to keep monitoring official channels for the location reveal. ねぐせ。 has been building momentum steadily throughout early 2026. Just ahead of this free live, they're dropping new single "青春バイブレーション" (Seishun Vibration) on April 8th—an upbeat, spring-ready anthem that frontman りょたち (vocals, guitar) debuted at the band's recent festival appearance. The track perfectly captures the energy of new beginn...

It's been a *massive* week for Visual Kei, folks. We're talking new supergroups, legendary reunions, and enough fresh material to keep your playlist spinning well into May. If you missed any of it, here's what went down. **Reunions & Special Projects Dominate** The big story? Kagerou is officially happening in 2026—and yes, that means MUCC, MERRY, and Hizame Icons coming together. On top of that, MUCC and MERRY are co-headlining "Daisuke Matsuri," a full-scale reunion tour that's got the fanbase in absolute overdrive. Meanwhile, VOCAL SUMMIT 2026 is shaping up to be *the* event of September, uniting Kizu, lynch., and MUCC in Tokyo. These aren't your average shows—this is VK's elite flexing their legacy. **New Bands Keep the Scene Fresh** While the veterans are getting their moment, new blood is surging through the scene. AIKOKU BARRACUDA announced themselves as a VK supergroup with a debut live set locked for June 2026. EPHEME formed with an e...

Following the triumphant conclusion of their *Maniac Heaven Tour Vol. 17*, THE BACK HORN is ready to ignite summer 2026 with a brand-new one-man tour that promises raw intensity and cathartic release. **Who are THE BACK HORN?** For those unfamiliar, THE BACK HORN are a legendary Visual Kei institution—a band that has spent decades crafting a signature sound that balances theatrical darkness with genuine emotional depth. They're known for their evocative imagery, intricate compositions, and uncompromising live performances that leave audiences spiritually transformed. **What's coming in summer 2026** The band just announced the *"KYO-MEI One-Man Tour" ~ Explosive Sound, Scorching Heat, Pure Land ~*, a six-show tour across five cities running from July through September. This marks their first self-promoted tour to include Gifu and Kobe in years—a significant moment for longtime fans in these regions. The tour's concept—"Explosive Sound, Scorching He...

SUI is taking his solo acoustic project across Latin America this year—and Western fans who've been jealously watching Japanese visual kei artists tour everywhere *except* their region might want to pay attention. The former David and current Fatüm vocalist will headline a series of dates under the tour banner *Visual Kei Lights: Aesthetic Gothic Light Tour*, hitting Brazil (two shows), Mexico, Argentina, and Chile. RIT Agency, the promoter behind this run, is also in negotiations to add Spain to the itinerary, so keep an eye out for further announcements. For those unfamiliar with SUI's solo work: after David disbanded, SUI carved out a distinctive niche performing stripped-back acoustic arrangements of visual kei material. These aren't watered-down versions—they're reimaginings that strip away the band's wall of sound to expose the raw emotion underneath. If you've heard the hype around Miku's recent candlelight acoustic tour (also promoted by RIT), thi...

Cloudy are ramping up their momentum with the announcement of their second full-length album and an ambitious nationwide tour spanning August through November 2026. **できるだけ感動の方へ** (Dekiru Dake Kandō no Hō e) drops August 5, 2026 on the Cloudy label at ¥2,500. This marks the first CD release with the band's current lineup and arrives nearly two years after their debut album. The project compiles previously released digital singles, including "無責任な肯定を" (Musekinin na Kōtei wo), which won the RO JACK audition tournament last year, plus three consecutive monthly releases from early 2026: "サミダレ," "孤軍奮闘歌," and "捧ぐ." The **2nd Album 'Dekiru Dake Kandō no Hō e' Release Tour** kicks off August 15 with a battle-of-the-bands show at Chiba LOOK, sweeping across eight additional regional venues through September. The tour then pivots to a one-man show circuit beginning October 1 at Tokyo's Shibuya WWW X—an added date after the November ...

Fall of Tears have blessed us with their ninth single, "白昼夢" (Hakuchuumu / Daydream), which dropped on April 1st, 2026. For those still discovering this outfit, Fall of Tears are a Visual Kei band known for their atmospheric sound and theatrical presentation — they sit comfortably in the darker, more introspective corner of the VK spectrum. The single's title translates to "Daydream," and based on the TuneCore Japan listing, it's a substantial 6-minute track. That runtime suggests we're getting something cinematic and layered here — not a throwaway pop-oriented cut, but a proper deep-dive into Fall of Tears' signature aesthetic. This is their ninth release, so we're looking at a band with real staying power and an established sonic identity. The artwork for "Hakuchuumu" maintains the moody, muted color palette we'd expect from the band — all grays and blacks with minimal visual fuss. It's the kind of cover that photograp...

A promising new Visual Kei band has officially launched. EPHEME (エフェメ), which translates to "ephemeral," formed back in March and is already building momentum with scheduled live appearances across Tokyo's underground scene. The band's debut live took place on March 24th, marking an exciting entry point for a supergroup lineup drawing from several respected VK acts. EPHEME's next performance will be part of the **cultivate common values** live series on **April 6th at Ikebukuro EDGE** — a perfect opportunity for Western fans in Japan or those traveling to catch them early. **Meet the members:** **Emiru** (Vocals) previously fronted CRICK×CLACK (クリッククラック), bringing vocal experience to EPHEME's sound. On **guitar**, **Nazora** (なぞら) has played in both **re:gletA** and **KIMIGAWARUI**, two bands known for intricate instrumentation and darker aesthetics. **Shiu** (志憂) handles **bass duties** and comes from HUMAN ERROR, rounding out a lineup of musicians w...