Sally: Lonesome_Blue - Reason To Be (Lyric Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:20:52 GMT

Lonesome_Blue (ロンサムブルー)

Hybrid Rock / Heavy Metal • Formed 2022 (Victor Entertainment / King Records)

Guitar Biography & Musical Style

Formed in 2022, Lonesome_Blue emerged as an all-female hybrid rock unit uniting talent across Japan's voice acting and rock scenes. While originally conceived around a dual identity of melodic rock and voice talent, the band's musical foundation is anchored in driving hard rock, modern heavy metal, and technical guitar arrangements.

Following the departure of founding guitarist Yuki Narumi, the band's guitar architecture in the studio and on stage evolved into a high-energy powerhouse driven by heavy downtuned rhythm beds, bright counterpoint leads, and neoclassical-infused solos. Collaborating with top-tier arrangers and guest players (including Mao), their twin-guitar and solo work combines agile sweep picking, fast alternate picking, and hook-heavy melodic motifs that cut cleanly through driving double-kick percussion and layered synth textures, bridging classic Japanese melodic metal and modern alternative rock.

Band Members & Endorsements / Associated Gear

Current Lineup

Maiko Nomura (野村麻衣子) – Lead Vocals
Background: Voice actress (Tokyo 7th Sisters) delivering a commanding, raspy, full-range rock vocal style.
Hirona Takahata (広奈) – Bass & Backing Vocals
Role & Gear: Active session and support bassist known for tight, punchy fingerstyle and pick attack. Uses 4- and 5-string active basses (Fender, Atelier Z configurations) with Darkglass preamps for defined low-end presence.
MIZUKI – Drums & Backing Vocals
Endorsements / Key Gear: Pearl Drums and SABIAN Cymbals official artist. Celebrated for high-velocity double-bass drumming, technical groove accuracy, and versatile work with Shinya (LUNA SEA),真空ホロウ, and support tours.
Sally – Lead Guitar
Solos: delivering commanding, guitar shredding.

Former Members

Yuki Narumi (成美 / 成海有希) – Guitars (2022–2023)
Endorsements / Gear: Schecter Guitar Research Japan artist (Schecter EX / Hellraiser series, Floyd Rose, high-output pickups), Hughes & Kettner / Kemper amplification.

Discography & Releases

Studio Albums & Mini-Albums

First Utterance [Mini-Album / EP] (June 22, 2022 – Victor Entertainment)
Notable Tracks: “Beginning of the End,” “Parallel World” (feat. Ayasa), “Welcome to Heavenly Secret”
Second To None [1st Full Album] (November 23, 2022 – Victor Entertainment)
Notable Tracks: “Face The Fear,” “Love To Sing,” “
Lonesome_Blue – 2nd Full Album 『FOURTH DIMENSION』

Featured Track: M3. “Reason To Be”
Lyrics: nana hatori • Music & Arrangement: Mao

💿 Streaming & Purchase: https://king-records.lnk.to/VoDOfI
🎧 Linkfire: https://king-records.lnk.to/FOURTHDIMENSION
✈️ International Edition Pre-Order (includes lyric translation booklet & bonus tracks): JPU Records Store
Album Details & Editions
- 初回限定版 (First Press Limited Edition): 2-CD Set • KICS-94264 • ¥5,000 (tax incl.)
- 通常版 (Regular Edition): CD • KICS-4264 • ¥3,500 (tax incl.)
Tracklist
＜CD 1＞ (Common to all editions)

EVERGLOW

Break the Limit

Reason To Be

Ideal Blue

Will-o'-the-wisp

Blue Canvas

New Breed

Burn This Night

The Rose of Peace

ALIVE!
＜CD 2＞ Cover Tracks (First Press Limited Edition & King Records Store Exclusive only)

TOUGH BOY

only my railgun
NEXT ONEMAN LIVE

Lonesome_Blue ONEMAN LIVE 2027 『into the Blue Sky』

Date: Saturday, January 16, 2027
Venue: SHIBUYA CLUB QUATTRO

Lonesome_Blue - Reason To Be (Lyric Video)

Haikei Shounenyo: Hump Back - / THE FIRST TAKE

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:13:45 GMT

THE FIRST TAKE is a YouTube channel that captures the raw, captivating appeal of one-take performances.

In episode 723, Hump Back, the three-piece rock band from Osaka, make their first appearance on THE FIRST TAKE.
They will perform their major-label debut song, “Haikei Shounenyo.”
Enjoy this one-shot performance of a youthful rock number that speaks to the struggles of those chasing their dreams and gives them the courage to move forward, featuring straight-from-the-heart vocals and a driving sound.

STREAMING & DOWNLOAD: https://humpback.lnk.to/2016-2026_PKG

Hump Back - Haikei Shounenyo / THE FIRST TAKE

Shibuya Kanna, Sora, Hybrid Maimai: 7thVega - PRISM - 777 BOX Blu-ray

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:03:14 GMT

7thVega (セブンス・ベガ)

Tokyo 4-Piece “City Rock” Band • Founded July 7, 2023

Guitar Biography & Musical Style

Formed in Tokyo on July 7, 2023 (Tanabata), 7thVega (セブンス・ベガ) blends modern Japanese alternative rock with 1980s city pop sensibilities, infectious funk grooves, and melodic J-rock drive, self-defining their sound as “City Rock.”

The band’s twin-guitar arrangement is anchored by frontwoman, vocalist, and chief songwriter Kanna Shibuya (シブヤカンナ) alongside lead guitarist Sacottish Fold (サコティッシュフォールド). Their guitar work pivots seamlessly between bright, chorus-drenched funk rhythms, driving indie-rock crunch, and expressive, melodic leads. Shibuya provides the rhythmic and harmonic core with punchy chord work, while Sacottish Fold cuts through with biting counter-melodies, disco-inflected octaves, and soaring melodic solos that elevate tracks like “SUPPER,” “Slump!,” and “One Night Drive.”

Band Members & Associated Gear

Kanna Shibuya (シブヤカンナ) – Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Role & Gear: Band founder and primary songwriter. Plays traditional single-coil Fender Telecaster and Jazzmaster configurations paired with British-voiced tube combo amplification (Vox AC30 / Marshall styles) and dynamic drive pedals for articulate vocal accompaniment.
Sacottish Fold (サコティッシュフォールド) – Lead Guitar
Role & Gear: Lead lines, textured comping, and solos. Utilizes Fender Stratocaster / offset electric guitars with versatile modulation setups (chorus, analog delay, compressor) to achieve 7thVega’s signature shimmering city-rock lead sound.
Sora (ソラ) – Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals
Role & Gear: Fender Precision and Jazz Basses, delivering groove-heavy, walking basslines that bridge the band's pop hooks and danceable backbeats.
Hybrid Maimai (ハイブリッドマイマイ) – Drums & Percussion
Role & Gear: Tight, four-on-the-floor dance beats, ghost-note-laden funk grooves, and energetic live rock dynamics.

Endorsements Note: As an emerging independent powerhouse on their own 7V imprint, members primarily use personal curated setups of Fender, Gibson, and boutique Japanese pedalboards.

Discography & Releases

Studio Albums

PRINCESS (October 7, 2025 – 7V)
Features: “Eggs, Milk, and Records,” “Adult Children,” “Shanghai Love Story,” “Tokyo Love Story,” “Hey! Crush!,” “You and Paradiso,” “Sparkling,” “Innocent,” “Let's Go Home Today,” “Enchanting Vanilla,” “SUPPER”
PRISM (November 7, 2026 – 7V / Tower Records Exclusive 777BOX)
Features: “One Night Drive,” “IGY,” “Southern Wind Idol,” “Balt 9,” “Groovy Boogie Time,” “Onegai Lemonade,” “PRISM,” “Before the Magic Fades,” “Flow me,” “OVERDRIVE,” “Slump!”

Key Singles & Studio

7thVega – 2nd Album “PRISM” & Tour 2027

A special preview of the live performance video for “SUPPER” from their 1st ONE-MAN LIVE at Shimokitazawa SHELTER—included on the Blu-ray of their 2nd ALBUM “PRISM” 777BOX (limited edition) released on November 7th, 2026—has been revealed!

Pre-Add / Pre-Save / Pre-Order: https://7v.lnk.to/PRISM_PRE
Pre-order Album CD: https://7v.lnk.to/PRISM_PKG

★ RELEASE INFORMATION ★

Release Date: November 7th, 2026 (Sat) • Title: 2nd ALBUM “PRISM”

① 777 BOX Edition (Limited Production Edition)

Format: CD + BD + Original Smartphone Shoulder Bag
Limitation: Limited to 777 sets (Exclusive release at Tower Records stores & Tower Records Online, excluding select stores)
Catalog No. / Price: 7V7V-0002~3 / ¥7,777 (tax included)
Packaging: Double case specification

[CD Tracklist] (Common to Regular Edition)

One Night Drive

IGY

Southern Wind Idol

Balt 9

Groovy Boogie Time

Onegai Lemonade

PRISM

Before the Magic Fades (Theme song for NTV Monday Platinum Night drama DEEP “Too Much Love and Murder”)

Flow me

OVERDRIVE

Slump!

[BD Tracklist] 1st ONE-MAN LIVE “PRINCESS” at Shimokitazawa SHELTER (2025.11.07)

Eggs, Milk, and Records

Adult Children

Shanghai Love Story

Tokyo Love Story

Hey! Crush!

You and Paradiso

Sparkling

Innocent

Let's Go Home Today

Enchanting Vanilla

SUPPER

★ Audio Bonus: Audio commentary by all 4 members reflecting on the live show.

[Goods]: Original smartphone shoulder bag.

② Regular Edition

Format: CD
Catalog No. / Price: 7V7V-0004 / ¥2,500 (tax included)
“7th Fortune” Lottery: Only 7 copies in the first production run will randomly include an exclusive booklet hand-signed by all four members.

Reservation & Store Purchase Bonuses

Applicable Products: “PRISM” (7V7V-0002~3 / 7V7V-0004)

<Early Reservation Bonus>

Original pick (Period: 8/7 Fri 20:30 ∼ 9/7 Mon 23:59)

<Store Purchase Bonuses>

Amazon: Mega jacket

Tower Records: Smartphone-sized logo sticker

Seven Net: Postcard A

Rakuten Books: Postcard B

General Store Bonus: Smartphone-sized jacket photo sticker

*Bonuses provided at pickup while supplies last. Check with individual stores for availability.
Details: https://fan.pia.jp/seventh_vega/news/...

★ LIVE INFORMATION ★

7thVega TOUR 2027 “PRISMA”

Tokyo: February 7th, 2027 (Sun) – Spotify O-EAST
Doors: 16:00 / Show: 17:00

Fukuoka: February 11th, 2027 (Thu/Holiday) – OP's
Doors: 16:30 / Show: 17:00

Osaka: February 13th, 2027 (Sat) – Umeda BananaHall
Doors: 16:15 / Show: 17:00

Nagoya: February 14th, 2027 (Sun) – ElectricLadyLand
Doors: 16:15 / Show: 17:00

Tickets: Advance Standing ¥5,500 (tax incl.) + 1D / Door ¥6,000 (tax incl.) + 1D
Ticket Agencies:

Pia: https://w.pia.jp/t/7thvega-tour2027/

Lawson Ticket: https://l-tike.com/seventh-vega/

e+: https://eplus.jp/7thVega/

Newsletter Members-Only Live “Club Amour #1” [SOLD OUT]

Date: Monday, December 7, 2026
Venue: Tokyo Kinema Club
Time: OPEN 18:30 / START 19:00
Price: Advance ¥4,400 + 1D / Door ¥4,950 + 1D

7thVega『SUPPER』(from 2nd ALBUM「PRISM」777 BOX Blu-ray, 1st ONE-MAN LIVE) YouTube version

7thVega 『OVERDRIVE』Music Video

Sakura Yoshida,JUNNA,Sayaka: HAGANE - Moonlight + TSUKIKAGE + Amour Chain Live

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:54:20 GMT

HAGANE (ハガネ)

Tokyo-based all-female melodic speed / “harmonic metal” band

Guitar Biography & Style

Founded in Tokyo in June 2018 by virtuoso guitarist and primary composer Sakura Yoshida (吉田櫻), HAGANE blends fast, neoclassical speed metal riffs with sweeping twin-guitar harmonies, Celtic folk melodies, and soaring video-game/anime-inspired motifs. Often describing their aesthetic as “Harmonic Metal,” the band contrasts bright, azure stage visuals with blistering technical guitar delivery.

Sakura began mastering complex heavy metal repertoire from grade school (famously learning Michael Schenker Group's Assault Attack track-for-track by age ten). Her playing style is defined by precise high-speed alternate picking, fluid arpeggios, and melodic phrasing heavily influenced by fantasy game soundtracks (such as the Sonic Adventure series and Ghibli orchestrations). Sakura has also performed extensively outside HAGANE, including tenures with the Falcom jdk BAND and C2 Kikan 1MYB. Alongside co-founding guitarist Mayto. (who departed in 2023), HAGANE established a distinctive dual-lead counterpoint sound that remains the bedrock of their arrangements.

Band Members & Endorsements / Gear

Current Lineup

Sakura (Sakura Yoshida) – Lead Guitar, Band Leader & Primary Composer (2018–present)
Endorsements / Key Gear: Signature Kino Factory “Sakura vysk” 24F custom build (featuring reverse headstock, ebony fingerboard, Seymour Duncan TB-4 pickup, Gotoh hardware), Caparison guitars, ESP custom instruments.
Sayaka – Bass Guitar (2019–present)
Endorsements / Key Gear: Atelier Z basses, Fender Jazz Bass configurations, Darkglass electronics.
Nagi (凪希) – Lead Vocals (2024–present)
JUNNA – Drums (2024–present)
Endorsements / Key Gear: Pearl Drums, Zildjian cymbals.

Former Members

Mayto. – Guitars (2018–2023) • Endorsed by: Vola Guitars, Faith Guitars, Ernie Ball strings
Kanako (Kanako Takahashi) – Drums (2018–2023)
Uyu – Lead Vocals (2019–2023)
Chiemi – Lead Vocals (2018–2019)

Discography & Releases

Studio Albums

Code; 9021 (August 18, 2022 – Disk Union)
Top of the Tower (April 30, 2025 – Crimson)
Through the Night (December 2026 – Crimson / Napalm Records)

Mini-Albums & EPs

Episode Ø (June 23, 2020)
Life Goes On! (May 29, 2024)
Metal Quest (July 9, 2026)

Notable Singles

Labradorite (2020)
SuperVillan (2021)
Start Our Journey (2024)
Amour Chain (2025/2026 – Opening theme for Nintendo Switch title Crazy Cha!n: Elpis no Kusari)
Black Diamond (2026)
We are The Knight (2026)

We've released a making-of video for the "Tsukikage" music video! Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the filming. Oiran: Tomomitsu Takafuji (Asakusa Ukonya) Tsukikage (Official Music Video)

HAGANE - Moonlight (MV Making-of Video)

HAGANE - 月光-TSUKIKAGE- (Official Music Video)

HAGANE-Amour Chain Orchestra Ver.(LIVE Music Video)

Grace Potter: guitars, music & life in vermont | life in six strings

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:48:22 GMT

Grace Potter: Life in Six Strings in Vermont

Grace Potter welcomes Kylie Olsson to Vermont for an episode of Life in Six Strings exploring her music, guitars, creative influences, and the experiences that have shaped her remarkable career.

From her early days fronting Grace Potter and the Nocturnals to establishing herself as a solo artist, Grace has built a distinctive sound that brings together rock, blues, soul, and Americana. Known for her powerful vocals, commanding stage presence, and signature Gibson Flying V, she's become one of the most recognizable voices in modern American rock.

Back in her home state of Vermont, Grace reflects on her musical beginnings, her journey of self-discovery, and the creative interests that extend beyond songwriting and performing, including her passion for filmmaking.

Of course, there's plenty of guitar talk along the way. Grace shares her relationship with the instrument, discusses her approach to playing, and even gives Kylie a firsthand lesson in slide guitar.

From the music that first inspired her to the experiences that continue to shape her creative life, spend some time with Grace Potter and discover another side of the singer, songwriter, and guitarist.

GRACE POTTER: GUITARS, MUSIC + LIFE IN VERMONT | LIFE IN SIX STRINGS

Sierra Hull: "Lord, That's A Long Way" (Solo Acoustic)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:44:24 GMT

Sierra performs a solo version of “Lord, That’s A Long Way” off her latest album ‘A Tip Toe High Wire’ outside of Park City, Utah.

Video: Lauren Hartmann

Listen here: https://music.empi.re/atiptoehighwire
Order on Vinyl/CD here: https://sierrahull.merchtable.com

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Sierra Hull - "Lord, That's A Long Way" (Solo Acoustic)

Rudra Veena: Raag Todi | Madhuvanti Pal

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:38:33 GMT

Raag Todi | Madhuvanti Pal | Rudra Veena

Naho Kimama: Kimama Sketch - What Remains (ambient session)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:34:17 GMT

Naho (Kimama Guitar / きままギター)

Biography & Overview

Naho (operating under the moniker Kimama Guitar / きままギター, meaning "Carefree Guitar") is an independent Japanese guitarist, content creator, and multi-instrumentalist. Known across YouTube and social media for her crisp, expressive guitar playthroughs, rock and metal covers, and J-Rock/anime arrangements, she showcases a versatile command of both rhythmic drive and melodic lead phrasing from her home studio setup.

Project & Collaborators

Naho – Solo Lead & Rhythm Guitars, Bass, Arrangement, and Video Production
Note: Primarily operates as an independent solo creator rather than within a fixed touring band lineup, occasionally collaborating with guest vocalists and fellow Japanese online musicians.

Instruments & Equipment

Electric Guitars (Superstrat, PRS-style, and classic humbucker-equipped configurations tailored for rock, hard rock, and modern J-Rock tones)
Bass Guitar (Used for full-band cover tracking and rhythm arrangements)
Digital Amp Modelers & DAW Recording Interfaces

Endorsements & Gear Affiliations

Operates independently utilizing a curated rotation of boutique and production electric guitars and digital modeling gear; specific commercial brand endorsements are unlisted.

Selected Releases & Digital Catalog

YouTube Performance Series: Extensive catalog of full-length guitar covers spanning classic hard rock, heavy metal, vocaloid, and contemporary Japanese rock (J-Rock / Anime themes).
Original Instrumental Shorts & Demos: Independent digital guitar arrangements and tone demonstrations released across her official social channels.

Kimama Sketch – What Remains (ambient session)

Kimama Sketch – The Look of Love (motif)

Ally Nicholas: "A Ditch" (Official Music Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 17:29:10 GMT

Ally Nicholas

Biography & Overview

Ally Nicholas is a Chicago-born, Los Angeles-based alternative rock singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Known for her evocative vocals, soul-baring lyrics, and an atmospheric sonic palette that blends 90s grunge, dark indie rock, shoegaze, and alternative metal, she turned to songwriting during her youth as a creative outlet. Amassing over twenty million streams across platforms and signing with Position Music in late 2025, her music pairs heavy, distorted guitar textures with intimate melodic hooks.

Core Collaborators & Touring Band Members

Ally Nicholas – Lead Vocals, Rhythm & Acoustic Guitars, Songwriting
Diego Ferrera – Core Producer, Co-Writer & Lead/Studio Guitars
Grant – Live / Touring Drums

Instruments & Equipment

Electric Guitars (Offset and classic rock configurations optimized for heavy grunge/alt-rock rhythm and shoegaze textures)
Acoustic Guitars (Used for stripped-back arrangements and live acoustic sessions)
Vocals

Ally Nicholas - "A Ditch" (Official Music Video)

Natalia Rose: Solo Sonny Stitt / Sunny Side of the Street

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 16:12:23 GMT

Natalia Rose

Biography & Overview

Natalia Rose is a contemporary jazz guitarist, composer, and arranger originally from Bogotá, Colombia, currently based in Germany. Known for her evocative compositions and rich storytelling through music, her work blends modern jazz harmonic sophistication with South American textures, atmospheric landscapes, and subtle rock and pop influences. She leads the acclaimed contemporary jazz ensemble the Natalia Rose Quartet, performing extensively across European jazz clubs and international venues.

Natalia Rose Quartet Members

Natalia Rose – Electric & Acoustic Guitars, Composition
Omri Abramov – Tenor & Soprano Saxophone
Francesco Beccaro / Nicolas Buvat – Double Bass
Magro / Max Simancas – Drums & Percussion

Instruments

Electric and Semi-Hollow Jazz Guitars
Acoustic Guitars

Endorsements & Affiliations

Specific commercial brand endorsement partnership data is private or unlisted.

Selected Albums & Discography

Retratos de un Juego de Sombras (Studio Album, 2017)
Impresiones (Studio Album, 2021 – featuring a rock/pop-infused sonic palette accompanied by written texts)
El Alma (Studio Album, 2025 – featuring quartet arrangements complemented by an expressive string quartet)

Solo Sonny Stitt / Sunny Side of the Street

Nicole Laurenne, Becca Davidson, Lindsay Scarey, Heather Thomas: The Darts ( US ) live at Signature Brew

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 16:04:19 GMT

The Darts (US)

Biography & Overview

The Darts (US) are an all-female American garage-psych-rock and punk band formed in Phoenix, Arizona, and Los Angeles in 2015. Fusing paisley-era fuzz, dark spooky atmospheric organs, and raw 1970s punk swagger, the group quickly gained international acclaim, extensive rotation on SiriusXM's Underground Garage, and a dedicated following across the US and Europe through high-energy releases on labels like Dirty Water Records and Alternative Tentacles.

Current & Core Members

Nicole Laurenne – Organs, Keyboards & Lead Vocals
Becca Davidson – Guitar & Vocals
Lindsay Scarey – Bass Guitar & Vocals
Heather Thomas – Drums & Vocals

(Past members and contributors include Rikki Styxx, Michelle Balderrama, Christina Nunez, and others)

Instruments

Farfisa / Combo Organs & Vintage Keyboards
Electric Guitars (Fuzz-driven garage rock setups)
Bass Guitar
Acoustic & Percussive Drum Kits
Vocals

Endorsements & Affiliations

Alternative Tentacles Records
Dirty Water Records (UK/USA)
Adrenalin Fix Music

Selected Albums & Discography

The Darts (EP / Mini-Album, 2016)
Me. Ow (Studio Album, Dirty Water Records, 2017)
Subsonic Dream / Bullet (EP, 2018)
I Like You But Not Like That (Studio Album, Alternative Tentacles, 2019)
Snake Oil (Studio Album, 2023)
Boomerang (Studio Album, 2024)
Halloween Love Songs (Studio Album, 2026)

The Darts ( US ) live at Signature Brew Haggerston London

The Darts ( US ) live at Signature Brew Haggerston London 30/10/26

Haruna Aoki: "Polaris" covered by Haruna Aoki

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 16:00:17 GMT

Haruna Aoki

Biography & Overview

Haruna Aoki is a contemporary Japanese recording artist and vocalist known for her contributions to modern J-pop and rock crossover releases. With a distinct vocal style, she has collaborated on various dynamic musical projects and independent digital releases.

Instruments & Equipment

Vocals & Performance Art

Endorsements & Affiliations

Specific official commercial brand endorsement data is private or unlisted.

Selected Releases & Discography

ROCK MUST GO ON UNTI HERO! (Album / Digital Release, September 2026)

Polaris" / BLUE ENCOUNT Lyrics: Shunichi Tanabe Composition: Shunichi Tanabe Arrangement: Kenji Tamai & BLUE ENCOUNT Original MV

"Polaris" covered by Haruna Aoki

MIKU, Kanami: BAND-MAID - "BEYBLADE X"

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 16:17:17 GMT

“Welcome home, masters & princesses”

BAND-MAID is an impossibly hard rocking maid band.

BAND-MAID / "SPIN" Official Music Video
アニメ「BEYBLADE X ベイキングダム編」エンディングテーマソング

BAND-MAID New Single
"SPIN"
Released on Oct 28, 2026
https://bandmaid.tokyo/contents/1072223
Get the CD:
https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/SPIN_CD

Streaming:
https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/SPIN

BAND-MAID / SPIN (Official Music Video) Anime "BEYBLADE X" Ending Theme Song

Sakura, Sayaka,JUNNA,Uyu: HAGANE - FULL ALBUM「Through the Night」 trailer

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 16:13:53 GMT

HAGANE

Biography & Overview

HAGANE is an all-female Japanese melodic power and heavy metal band formed in Tokyo. Known for their high-speed twin-guitar harmonies, neoclassical technical flair, and soaring vocal melodies, the band has achieved rapid prominence on both the domestic and international metal scenes, headlining major venues such as Zepp Shinjuku and EX Theater Roppongi, and securing a global partnership with Napalm Records.

Current Line-Up

Uyu – Lead Vocals
Sakura – Lead & Rhythm Guitars
Sayaka – Bass Guitar
Junna – Drums & Percussion

Instruments

Electric Guitars (Superstrat configurations optimized for high-speed shredding)
Bass Guitar
Drums & Percussion
Vocals

Endorsements & Affiliations

Napalm Records (International Label Partner)
Crimson / Euclid Agency (Japan Label / Management)

Selected Discography

Code; 9021 (Album, 2022)
Top of the Tower (Album, 2025)
METAL QUEST (EP, July 2026)
Through the Night (Studio Album, December 2026 / International Release January 2027)

New Album Details: Through the Night

Release Schedule: Released in Japan on December 2, 2026 via Crimson/Euclid Agency (available in Standard CD and Deluxe CD+Blu-ray editions), followed by an international physical release on January 15, 2027 via Napalm Records.

Deluxe Edition Bonus: The CD+Blu-ray package includes footage of the band's complete headlining live show at EX Theater Roppongi in Tokyo from August 2026, alongside behind-the-scenes documentary footage.

Tracklist (11 Tracks)

1. Through the Night
2. Voyage Never Ends
3. Tsukikage (月光-TSUKIKAGE-)
4. Crystal Of Tears
5. Steel March
6. The Steel Reborn
7. The Rising Of The Shield
8. Records of Tsurugi (剣のレコード II -Records of TSURUGI-)
9. Medication And Pain
10. Sound Direction (音の鳴る方へ)
11. Glorious

HAGANE - FULL ALBUM「Through the Night」 trailer

Erja Lyytinen: Wings to Fly Live (Live at Tempo, Mikkeli)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 15:57:52 GMT

Erja Lyytinen

Biography & Overview

Erja Lyytinen is an acclaimed Finnish blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter often dubbed the "Queen of the Slide Guitar." Known internationally for her virtuosic slide work, powerful vocals, and dynamic blend of traditional blues with modern rock energy, she has released an extensive catalog of celebrated solo albums and toured extensively worldwide.

Instruments

Electric and Slide Guitars (Primary: Ruokangas custom guitars)
Vocals

Endorsements & Gear

Ruokangas Guitars (Signature and custom slide guitar configurations)
Orelo / Hearos (In-Ear Monitoring systems)

Selected Discography & Recent Releases

Smell the Roses (Studio Album, 2025 – featuring tracks like "Wings to Fly")
50th Birthday Live 2026 (Live Double CD/DVD and Double Vinyl, released October 9, 2026 via Tuohi Records, capturing her landmark live performances including the House of Culture in Helsinki and Smell the Roses Live 2025)

Erja Lyytinen - Wings to Fly Live (Live at Tempo, Mikkeli)

Miku: Cö shu Nie - ANAAKI ANANKE (Official Music Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 15:45:42 GMT

Cö shu Nie - Latest News & Updates

Overview & Current Era

Cö shu Nie is an acclaimed Japanese alternative rock and progressive band fronted by singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Miku. Known for their intricate, genre-defying soundscapes, dramatic compositions, and high-profile anime theme contributions (such as Tokyo Ghoul:re and Jujutsu Kaisen), the band has been active with major international touring and conceptual releases.

Recent Releases

SATURATED (in monochrome) – Digitally released in July 2026, marking the band's first independent concept album depicting a monochrome world, led by the single and music video for "ANAAKI ANANKE".

Current Tour & Live Schedule (2026)

Japan Tour 2026 ~SATURATED IN MONOCHROME~: Spanned major cities across Japan (including Sendai, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Tokyo) through September and October 2026.
Acoustic Billboard Live Tour ("A cöshutic NieVol.6"): Scheduled across Billboard Live Tokyo (November 3) and Billboard Live Osaka (November 7, 2026).
Asia & World Tour Dates: Expanding internationally with stops across Asia, including their debut Singapore show at the Esplanade Annexe Studio on December 2, 2026.

https://nex-tone.lnk.to/RVRNC0722

Cö shu Nie - ANAAKI ANANKE (Official Music Video)

Taira,Awon, Sebeen, Jeongmin: Alice Syndrome - Deep Dive ubc Broadcast 261016

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 15:42:55 GMT

Alice Syndrome (앨리스신드롬) - Latest News & Updates

Band Overview & Recent Status

Alice Syndrome is a 4-member South Korean alternative rock girl band formed under D-Nation Entertainment (in partnership with VMX ALIGN) and produced by Vanilla Man. The group features a striking dark, cold, and intense visual identity built around playing card motifs.

Current Line-Up

Taira – Lead Vocals (Spades ♠)
Awon – Guitars (Hearts ♥ – joined April 2026)
Sebeen – Bass Guitar (Diamonds ♦)
Jeongmin – Drums & Percussion (Clubs ♣)

Latest Release Updates

"Deep Dive" (1st Digital Single Album) – Officially released on July 25, 2026, featuring the title track "Deep Dive" (with lyric contributions by Taira) and "Play Girl," accompanied by a dark, high-aesthetic music video.

Recent Live Activities

Festivals & Performances: Following their summer debut, the band has been actively performing live on the festival circuit, including a prominent appearance at the Let's Rock Festival 2026 (Nanji Hangang Park) performing both original tracks and high-energy covers.

[Open Arts Stage Dwiran] Alice Syndrome - Deep Dive | ubc Broadcast 261016

[Open Arts Stage Dwiran] Alice Syndrome - Play Girl | ubc Broadcast 261016

Grace Kelly, Eliza Lee, Hannah Barraclough, Alannagh Doherty: Venus Grrrls at Audio 28.10.26

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 15:42:25 GMT

Venus Grrrls

Biography & Overview

Venus Grrrls are an alternative rock and grunge band based in Leeds and Newcastle, United Kingdom. Formed originally under the name Venus and expanding their moniker in mid-2020, the all-female group is celebrated for a hard-hitting sound that bridges dark 1980s gothic textures with aggressive 1990s grunge and modern alternative rock. They have built a strong reputation across the UK live circuit with dynamic performances and self-released singles.

Current Band Members

Grace Kelly (GK) – Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Eliza Lee – Lead Guitar & Backing Vocals
Hannah Barraclough – Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals
Alannagh Doherty – Drums & Percussion

(Former members include Jess Ayres and Grace Stubbings)

Endorsements

Specific official commercial brand endorsement data is private or unlisted.

Selected EPs & Discography

To Die as Lovers May (EP, 2026)
Eve (Deluxe) (2026)
"Mother Knows" (Single, 2026)
"3x3" (Single, 2026)
"Ivy Tree" (Single, 2025)
"Bloodsick" / "Divine" / "Darla" (Singles, 2024)
"Hex" / "Liar Liar" (Singles, 2023)

Venus Grrrls at Audio 28.10.26

Inés Adam, Martina Nintzel: Pacifica - La Matinal Elche 2026

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:02:05 GMT

Pacifica

Biography & Overview

Pacifica is an Argentine rock duo formed in Buenos Aires in 2021 by friends Inés Adam and Martina Nintzel. Bonded by a mutual passion for The Strokes and indie rock, the duo initially gained viral attention through online cover videos before releasing original music. Their band name originates from the Yamaha Pacifica electric guitar owned by Inés. They signed with TAG Music (a joint venture between Gabe Saporta and Atlantic Records) and have quickly become a prominent name in modern alternative rock.

Band Members

Inés Adam – Lead Vocals & Electric Guitar
Martina Nintzel – Vocals & Bass Guitar

Instruments

Electric Guitars (Including Yamaha Pacifica models)
Bass Guitars (Including Fender Mustang Bass configurations)
Vocals

Endorsements & Gear

Yamaha Guitars (Foundational instrument association)
Fender Musical Instruments (Fender Vintera II and Player II Mustang Basses, Tone Master Pro processors)

Selected Albums & Discography

Not a Cover Band (EP, 2022)
Freak Scene (Studio Album, 2023)
Freak Scene (Live) (Live Album / EP, 2024)
In Your Face! (Studio Album, 2025)

Resumen del concierto de ‪@pacificabanda‬ en La Matinal, Elche 2026.

Pacifica, La Matinal Elche 2026

Dayeong,Dream,Hyunsu,Seoyu: A I W E O - FINAL 1009 A-I-U-E-O Live Clip

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:59:37 GMT

A I W E O (아이우에오)

Biography & Overview

A I W E O is a four-member South Korean band formed under the music label authentic. Introduced to the public through a pre-debut documentary project covering their formation and musical growth, the group officially debuted on October 1, 2026, with their first EP BE MY HUG. Their name signifies how four distinct individualities come together to create a unified resonance, much like different vowels connecting seamlessly.

Band Members

Dayeong (정다영) – Leader, Sub-Guitar & Vocals
Dream (최드림) – Main Vocalist
Hyunsu (조현수) – Guitarist & Songwriter
Seoyu (전서유) – Bass Guitar (Maknae)

Instruments & Equipment

Electric Guitars (Primary: Fender Stratocaster configurations)
Acoustic & Semi-Acoustic Guitars
Bass Guitars (Primary: Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass configurations)
Vocals

Endorsements & Gear Partnerships

Specific official brand endorsement data is private or unlisted, though members are closely associated with Fender equipment configurations.

Selected Albums & Discography

BE MY HUG (1st EP, released October 1, 2026) – featuring tracks including "BE MY HUG", "00FF00", "Scar", "A I W E O", "BE FELT", "Shade Flight", and "SHOELACE".

FINAL 1009 A-I-U-E-O Live Clip 003

[LIVE] 아이우에오 (A I W E O) - '생채기'

Morgan Lander,Mercedes Lander,Tara McLeod,Ivana Vujic:Kittie Brackish - Brutal Assault Festival 2026 4K

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:55:26 GMT

Kittie

Biography

Kittie is a Canadian heavy metal band formed in London, Ontario, in 1996 by sisters Morgan and Mercedes Lander alongside Fallon Bowman and Tanya Candler. Emerging as teenage pioneers in the late-1990s and early-2000s metal scene, the group gained international prominence with their gold-certified debut album Spit. Known for fusing aggressive alternative metal, thrash, and groove metal with melodic hooks and harsh vocal snarls, Kittie has maintained a enduring legacy as trailblazers for women in heavy music.

Current Band Members

Morgan Lander – Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Mercedes Lander – Drums, Percussion & Backing Vocals
Tara McLeod – Lead Guitar
Ivana "Ivy" Vujic – Bass Guitar

Instruments

Electric Guitars (Drop-tuned Superstrat and modern configurations)
Bass Guitar
Acoustic & Electronic Drums / Percussion
Vocals

Endorsements & Gear Partnerships

PRS Guitars / ESP Guitars (Historically used across various eras)
Pearl Drums
Zildjian Cymbals
Remo Drumheads
Vic Firth Drumsticks

Selected Studio Albums & Discography

Spit (1999)
Oracle (2001)
Thus Always to Tyrants (2004)
Funeral for Yesterday (2007)
In the Black (2009)
I've Failed You (2011)
Fire (2024)

Kittie LIVE Brackish - Brutal Assault Festival vol. 29, Josefov, Czechia 06.08.2026 4K

Rig Rundown: Kittie's Morgan Lander & Tara McLeod

ittie’s 30th-anniversary tour rolled into Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl, and PG’s Chris Kies caught up with Morgan Lander and Tara McLeod to see what’s left of a rig that once meant hauling an SVT up a flight of stairs. Have a look at some quick highlights below, and tune into the new Rig Rundown for all the details.

0:00 - Nita Strauss & D'Addario
0:15 - "Eyes Wide Open" Playing Intro
0:34 - Subscribe to Rig Rundowns
0:41 - Chris Kies Intro
0:58 - Recording Fire in Nashville with Nick Raskulinecz
3:52 - Tara McLeod's ESP E-II Eclipse Evertune
6:21 - Morgan Lander's Solar Guitars V1.6
8:00 - Started Kittie as Teenagers & 30 Years as a Band
9:46 - Renewed Interest in Kittie Encouraging 2024 Album Fire
12:15 - Individual Musical Influences
16:52 - Morgan Lander on Taking Care of Her Singing Voice
17:28 - D'Addario Players Circle Rewards
18:28 - Line 6 HX Stomp Settings
24:13 - Last Time They Plugged Into Amps Onstage?
24:51 - Strings & Tunings
25:46 - More Kittie Albums to Come?
27:39 - Yvette Young & D'Addario

Samantha Fish: "Paper Doll" live in New Orleans

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:51:59 GMT

Recorded live during Samantha Fish's set at the Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival on October 9, 2026. WWOZ will be releasing the full set soon. Subscribe to get notified.

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Samantha Fish "Paper Doll" live in New Orleans

MIYEON, MINNIE, SOYEON, YUQI, SHUHUA: YUQI 'Stay' LIVE CLIP 12 days, 980K views

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:50:14 GMT

YUQI (Song Yuqi / 宋雨琦)

Biography & Overview

YUQI is a Chinese singer-songwriter, dancer, composer, and record producer based in South Korea. She debuted as a member of the popular K-pop girl group i-dle (formerly known as (G)I-DLE) under Cube Entertainment in May 2018. Known for her distinctive husky low voice and vibrant stage presence, she has also established a massive solo career as a singer-producer and regular cast member on major television programs like China's Keep Running.

Group Context

Member of i-dle alongside Miyeon, Soyeon, Minnie, and Shuhua.

Instruments & Equipment

Vocals
Guzheng (Traditional Chinese Zither)
Production & Composition Workstations

Endorsements & Brand Partnerships

FENDI (Official Brand Ambassador / Collaborations)
Various global and regional cosmetic, apparel, lifestyle, and sunscreen brands

Selected Solo & Group Discography

A Page (Digital Single Album, 2021)
Grey Track (Single Album, 2023)
YUQ1 (1st Solo Mini Album / EP, 2024)
Motivation (Mini Album / Single Album, 2025)
Major releases with i-dle including I Never Die, I Love, I Feel, and We Made

YUQI 'Stay' LIVE CLIP

[🎧] [二十七 (27)]
🔗 https://YUQI.lnk.to/27EP

i-dle Official YouTube: / @official_i_dle
i-dle Official X: https://x.com/official_i_dle
i-dle Official Facebook: / official.i.dle
i-dle Official Instagram: / i_dle_official
i-dle Official Weibo: http://weibo.com/cubegidle
i-dle Official Berriz: https://berriz.in/i-dle/

ⓒ All Rights Reserved CUBE Entertainment Inc.

MIYEON, MINNIE, SOYEON, YUQI, SHUHUA

Ally Venable: Live Au Megève Blues Festival 2026

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:34:58 GMT

Relive Ally Venable's live concert at the 2026 Megève Blues Festival, filmed in Megève, France, in the heart of the French Alps, near Mont Blanc. Production & technical support: Carpediem Évènement ⸻ 🔵 About the Megève Blues Festival Every summer, the Megève Blues Festival welcomes international artists and concerts to Megève in the exceptional setting of the French Alps. The 2026 edition featured Troy Redfern, Matt Pascale & The Stomps, Lovesick, Ally Venable, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Bette Smith, Nikki Hill, and Coco Montoya. ⸻ 🔵 Follow the Megève Blues Festival Official YouTube channel: @megevebluesfestival Subscribe to discover live concerts and the best moments of the festival. Social media: ▸ Facebook: /megevebluesfestival ▸ Instagram: /megevebluesfestival

ALLY VENABLE – Live au Megève Blues Festival 2026

llumina: ArkRoyal 2026.06.14 @ Ueno OTOYOKOCHO, Tokyo

noreply@blogger.com (Laurie Monk) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:22:38 GMT

Illumina & ArkRoyal

Biography & Overview

Illumina is the founder, primary songwriter, lead vocalist, and guitarist of ArkRoyal, an all-female Japanese power and heavy metal band formed in Sapporo, Hokkaido in 2018. Known for driving the band's melodic intensity, twin-guitar harmony arrangements, and powerful symphonic metal elements, Illumina serves as the core creative force behind ArkRoyal's underground success and subsequent releases under Village Again Association.

Band Members (ArkRoyal)

Illumina – Lead Vocals & Guitars
Meg – Drums & Percussion
Noiko – Guitars
Natsune (N24Tiger) – Bass Guitar

(Former members include Ika [guitar] and Marsa [bass])

Instruments

Electric Guitars (Superstrat configurations optimized for power metal lead/rhythm work)
Bass Guitar
Drums & Percussion
Vocals

Endorsements

Specific official commercial brand endorsement data is private or unlisted.

Selected Albums & Discography (ArkRoyal)

ARISE (Album, 2019)
Vengeance (Album, 2022)
Clymenus (Album, 2023)
APOPTOSIS (Album, 2026)
Various live DVDs, singles, and EPs

Illumina from ArkRoyal 「1st mini album "APOPTOSIS" Release Tour -Reincarnation of Apoptosis-FINAL」
00:00 1. SE / Revolt
00:31 2. APOPTOSIS
02:34 3. Replica
04:50 4. In Nomine Dei
06:50 5. Ronde de la Domination
08:13 6. Rycroft
10:13 7. Dahlia

llumina from ArkRoyal 2026.06.14 @ Ueno OTOYOKOCHO, Tokyo

Shreddelicious

Sally: Lonesome_Blue - Reason To Be (Lyric Video)

Guitar Biography & Musical Style

Band Members & Endorsements / Associated Gear

Current Lineup

Former Members

Discography & Releases

Studio Albums & Mini-Albums

Album Details & Editions

Tracklist

＜CD 1＞ (Common to all editions)

＜CD 2＞ Cover Tracks (First Press Limited Edition & King Records Store Exclusive only)

NEXT ONEMAN LIVE

Lonesome_Blue ONEMAN LIVE 2027 『into the Blue Sky』

Haikei Shounenyo: Hump Back - / THE FIRST TAKE

Shibuya Kanna, Sora, Hybrid Maimai: 7thVega - PRISM - 777 BOX Blu-ray

Guitar Biography & Musical Style

Band Members & Associated Gear

Discography & Releases

Studio Albums

★ RELEASE INFORMATION ★

① 777 BOX Edition (Limited Production Edition)

[CD Tracklist] (Common to Regular Edition)

[BD Tracklist] 1st ONE-MAN LIVE “PRINCESS” at Shimokitazawa SHELTER (2025.11.07)

② Regular Edition

Reservation & Store Purchase Bonuses

★ LIVE INFORMATION ★

7thVega TOUR 2027 “PRISMA”

Newsletter Members-Only Live “Club Amour #1” [SOLD OUT]

Sakura Yoshida,JUNNA,Sayaka: HAGANE - Moonlight + TSUKIKAGE + Amour Chain Live

Guitar Biography & Style

Band Members & Endorsements / Gear

Current Lineup

Former Members

Discography & Releases

Studio Albums

Mini-Albums & EPs

Notable Singles

Grace Potter: guitars, music & life in vermont | life in six strings

Sierra Hull: "Lord, That's A Long Way" (Solo Acoustic)

Rudra Veena: Raag Todi | Madhuvanti Pal

Naho Kimama: Kimama Sketch - What Remains (ambient session)

Naho (Kimama Guitar / きままギター)

Biography & Overview

Project & Collaborators

Instruments & Equipment

Endorsements & Gear Affiliations

Selected Releases & Digital Catalog

Ally Nicholas: "A Ditch" (Official Music Video)

Ally Nicholas

Biography & Overview

Core Collaborators & Touring Band Members

Instruments & Equipment

Natalia Rose: Solo Sonny Stitt / Sunny Side of the Street

Natalia Rose

Biography & Overview

Natalia Rose Quartet Members

Instruments

Endorsements & Affiliations

Selected Albums & Discography

Nicole Laurenne, Becca Davidson, Lindsay Scarey, Heather Thomas: The Darts ( US ) live at Signature Brew

The Darts (US)

Biography & Overview

Current & Core Members

Instruments

Endorsements & Affiliations

Selected Albums & Discography

Haruna Aoki: "Polaris" covered by Haruna Aoki

Haruna Aoki

Biography & Overview

Instruments & Equipment

Endorsements & Affiliations

Selected Releases & Discography

MIKU, Kanami: BAND-MAID - "BEYBLADE X"

Sakura, Sayaka,JUNNA,Uyu: HAGANE - FULL ALBUM「Through the Night」 trailer

HAGANE

Biography & Overview

Current Line-Up

Instruments

Endorsements & Affiliations