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Head in the Clouds NY 2024 was the second rendition of 88Rising’s festival series in New York City. With a successful run last year, excitement was brewing for round two. This year it was held on May 11th and 12th in Queens, New York at the Forest Hills Stadium. Regardless if planning this festival to take place during AANHPI month…
Silence iz Mine (known commonly as SiM) opened to a roaring crowd on April 23rd, 2024 at the Belasco in Los Angeles. With the music vibrating through everyone’s bodies and rumbling through the whole venue, SiM was welcomed by hundreds of enthusiastic fans singing along to some of their most popular hits. Composed of four members, SiM was founded by…
MIKA, the Hawaiian-born artist who embarked on his musical journey in Tokyo, has captured the hearts of fans across continents with his mesmerizing vocals and captivating performances. From his humble beginnings in INTERSECTION to his soaring success as a solo artist, MIKA’s evolution is a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft and his fearless pursuit of artistic expression.…
The first-ever solo concert by YOASOBI in the US was an incredible mix of passion, emotion, and technological innovation. From the thrilling “The Blessing” opening number to the moving “Yoru ni Kakeru” encore, the duo’s music carried their audience on an incredible musical adventure. YOASOBI has been at many festivals in the US including Head in the Clouds and Coachella.…
LIL LEAGUE is a Japanese boy group that specializes in both vocals and dance. They made their debut in January 2023 with the track “Hunter” and have been actively promoting as a group. They won the Best New Artist Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards, while their debut single ‘Hunter’ ranked No.1 on the Oricon Chart and No.2 on…
In addition to their upcoming Coachella debut, global J-pop sensations and phenoms YOASOBI will perform two headline shows during their time on the West Coast: in Los Angeles at Shrine Expo Hall on April 18, and San Francisco at The Warfield on April 21. Both shows powered by Crunchyroll, the global anime brand offering fans the ultimate anime experience. Both…
On a cold rainy day in LA, fans lined up at The Belasco awaiting doors to open. Which artist could make these fans stand in line for hours in the cold rain? Known for his eclectic mix of musical talents, Vicke Blanka was set to headline his first-ever North American tour! On February 6th, 2024 Vicke Blanka held his fourth…
As the world ushers in a new year, BMSG Inc. reflects on a year of remarkable achievements in 2023. BMSG are trailblazers in Japan’s music and entertainment industry. They unveil exciting plans for the future. One of Japan’s leading management companies, known for fostering exceptional talent, is gearing up for a sensational 2024. SKY-HI includes an expanded artist roster and…
Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu (Tokisen) is a six (6) member Japanese girl group under Stardust Promotion. The group belongs to section 3 of the talent agency and are promoted by the label, AVEX TRAX. Together they sit down to answer some questions for HypnoticAsia readers. Their name is very unique as “Tokimeki” means “sparking joy” and “Sendenbu” means “publicity club” in English.…
Yu Serizawa, a celebrated voice actor and solo artist. Yu Serizawa is also part of unit i☆Ris and has marked her 5th anniversary last year. She is currently on her fourth solo live tour! Among Serizawa’s many roles, she brings life to the character Nozomi Kitahara in ‘MF GHOST’. MOTSU is a distinguished member of the Japanese group m.o.v.e. He…