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…
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”…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Rising Japan 2023 took place at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, California. The one and only Japanese music festival in LA was held on July 22nd & 23rd, 2023. Many artists were a part of the lineup that attendees looked forward to. With Japanese food, music and culture, the festival had something for everyone…
LA’s one-and-only Japanese music festival is preparing to bring people together on 7/22(SAT) and 7/23 (SUN). The event will be action-packed with Japanese food, music and culture; something for everyone to enjoy! With the goal of supporting Japanese and Japanese-American artists and spreading the love for Japanese music in the United States, Rising Japan MusicFest…
Indonesian singer-songwriter, Isyana Sarasvati continues her musical journey as she releases her fourth album titled “ISYANA.” The album represents a significant milestone in her artistic career. It reflects her personal growth and resilience in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, the myriad of events that have shaped her life. The album invites listeners to…
