• Interviews - Japan

    BMSG Sets The Stage For 2024 + SKY-HI Interview!

    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…

  • Interviews - Japan

    [INTERVIEW] Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu (Tokisen)

    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.…

  • Interviews - Japan

    Exploring MF GHOST with Yu Serizawa: Insights into Music, JUNGLE FIRE, MOTSU, and Beyond

    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…

  • Asian-American News - Interviews - Japan

    Anna Aya Ventures Into The Music Scene With “Someone Else”

    Anna Aya is a versatile talent known for her roles as an actress and model. Now, Aya has recently ventured into the music scene. She releases her debut song, “Someone Else”. In her interview with us, Aya shares insights into her journey as a singer. She also discusses the inspiration behind the new track. Aya’s transition from acting and modeling…

  • Japan - Reviews/Recaps

    A Night of Symphonic Majesty: Yoshiki’s “REQUIEM” at Royal Albert Hall

    A musical moment unlike any other took shape at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall on a riveting October night. Yoshiki’s Classical 10th Anniversary World Tour with Orchestra, entitled “REQUIEM.” With the accompaniment of a full orchestra, the famous Yoshiki—best known for his creative talents as the frontman of the internationally recognized rock group X Japan—displayed a captivating mix of rock…

  • Japan - Reviews/Recaps

    BMSG FES’23: A World-Wide Extravaganza Unveiled through Streaming

    BMSG, a trailblazer in Japan’s music industry, has just concluded BMSG FES’23. A two-weekend music extravaganza which took place in Tokyo and Osaka to celebrate its third anniversary. Building on the success of last year’s festival, the ALLSTARS dropped a surprise release “New Chapter“. This year’s festival expands its horizons! It introduces a fresh concept with two venues and two…

  • Japan - Reviews/Recaps

    BABYMETAL Return to Toronto for an Electrifying Night

    BABYMETAL made an unforgettable return to Toronto, Canada after 8 years and they take the stage at RBC Echo Beach on September 18 as part of their BABYKLOK Tour. Sharing the spotlight, co-headlining with DETHKLOK, the band featured in the American animated TV show Metalocalypse. With their unique fusion of J-pop and heavy metal, BABYMETAL has captivated audiences around the…