Survive Said The Prophet Announce “MAKE / BREAK YOURSELF The West Coast Tour”!

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Four-member rock band Survive Said The Prophet have announced their first American Tour, “MAKE / BREAK YOURSELF The West Coast Tour”. The live performance will take place in 5 major cities, kicking off on April 2nd from Seattle to San Diego.

Many of the group’s songs have reached international audiences by being featured as the opening numbers of various anime series and movies. The band, called “SABAPURO” by fans, has steadily built a following outside of Japan where it’s based. The band’s latest single “Paradox” has been featured as the opening theme for the second season of the popular TV anime “VINLAND SAGA”. Their biggest hit single “MUKANJYO” was also the opening theme for the first season.

Tickets are now on sale from today which you can purchase here!

MAKE / BREAK YOURSELF The West Coast Tour

April 2, 2024 – NEUMO’s, Seattle WA

April 3, 2024 – Hawthorne Theatre, Portland OR

April 5, 2024 – Cornerstone, Berkeley CA

April 8, 2024 – The Echoplex, Los Angeles CA

April 9, 2024 – Brick by Brick, San Diego, CA



WACK in the UK Vol. 2: Tickets on Sale from Saturday

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Japan's notorious WACK agency returns to the UK for another dose of unadulterated alternative pop music for Japan featuring three of its acts! WACK In The UK Vol.2 will feature GANG PARADE, ASP and KiSS KiSS at The Underworld in Camden, London on 27 March 2024, and be warned, it's a full on day if you want to get the most out of it! Even including lunch with the idols! The full schedule of events are below, along with all the details. Tickets go on sale from Saturday 17 February from 12-noon UK time via this link.

GANG PARADE

This chart-topping fun group from Japan consists of 13 members and has the concept みんなの遊び場, “playground for all”. Latest album OUR PARADE was released from Warner Music’s FUELED BY MENTAIKO and shot to #1 in the Oricon album chart. It includes anime theme ‘lol’ from ME & ROBOCO, as well as the energetic ‘SIGNAL’ and joyous ‘SUPER PARTY PEOPLE’ amongst others.

ASP

These anti-idol idol punks are exploding right now. Since making their overseas debut at WACK In The UK Vol. 1 in London last year, ASP have gone on to sell out their first outdoor headline show, produced a number one single with the help of Sam Matlock (WARGASM), and have booked their own show at the mighty Nippon Budokan arena later this year. Check out tracks TOXiC iNVASiON and I HATE U.

KiSS KiSS

This recently formed electronic group mark their first anniversary by performing in London for WACK In The UK Vol. 2! Expect high energy, bright colors and thumping basslines if their music video KiSS KiSS KiSS is anything to go by.

Vicke Blanka's First North American Tour

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Acclaimed artist, Vicke Blanka has started his North American Tour and has a full list of dates across the nation. Vicke Blanka began his tour on January 31st with Vancouver and will be ending it in New York on February 20th.

Vicke Blanka is an acclaimed artist, who was recognized in 2012 when he won an event called Minami Wheel with his song “Wake up sweetheart”. In 2016, he made his major debut with avex trax with the mini album Slave of Love. Vicke Blanka is known for his songwriting capabilities along with his talent for the guitar and piano. Due to Vicke Blanka’s talent, he was chosen to perform several themes, “Black Catcher” and “Black Rover” to the popular anime Black Clover. That is just a small portion of his achievements as an artist.

The tour dates for ‘Vicke Blanka North American Tour 2024’ are listed below. You can also check out Vicke Blanka’s official website for ticket information

★ Tour information
Vicke Blanka North American Tour 2024

• Jan 31 (Wed)
Vancouver - Biltmore Cabaret
• Feb 2 (Fri)
Denver - GOTHIC THEATER
• Feb 5 (Mon)
 San Francisco - GREAT AMERICAN MUSIC HALL
• Feb 6 (Tue)
Los Angeles - THE BELASCO
• Feb 8 (Thu)
 Dallas - THE STUDIO AT THE FACTORY
• Feb 9 (Fri)
Houston - Scout Bar
• Feb 13 (Tue)
Chicago - PARK WEST 
• Feb 15 (Thu)
Toronto - Adelaide Hall
• Feb 18 (Sun)
Montreal - Foufounes Electriques
• Feb 20 (Tue)
New York City - PALLADIUM TIMES SQUARE

Atarayo follow ‘The Dangers in My Heart’ anime theme song with first tour of Asia!

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Rock band Atarayo are gaining global recognition for ‘I am...’, their opening theme song to Season 2 of the anime series ‘The Dangers in My Heart’. Billed as “A band that feeds on sadness,” Atarayo have now announced their first ever tour of Asia, which will include shows in five cities.

Atarayo First Asia Tour 2024 kicks off in March with a performance in Taiwan, where Atarayo played last year at the ISLAND’s LA RUE Music & Arts Festival, followed by dates in Guangzhou, Hangzhou and Shanghai, ending with a fifth and final concert in Tokyo. Pre-registration is now open for the Tokyo performance.

Don’t miss this chance to see Atarayo’s next brave step as they reach out to music fans in Japan, Asia and the rest of the world and be sure to check out their latest release, ‘Atarayo’ here!

Atarayo First Asia Tour 2024

Schedule:

March 24 (Sun) Taipei @Legacy Taipei

April 28 (Sun) Guangzhou (venue TBA)

April 30 (Tue) Shanghai (venue TBA)

May 17 (Fri) Hangzhou (venue TBA)

June 13 (Thu) Tokyo @Veats Shibuya

Tickets:

Taipei: details TBA

Guangzhou: details TBA

Shanghai: details TBA

Hangzhou: details TBA

Tokyo: June 13, 2024 (Thu) @Veats Shibuya, open 18:30 / start 19:30

■ Pre-registration (lottery)

Pre-registration period: Until 23:59 JST on February 12 (Mon)

Pre-registration URL: https://eplus.jp/atarayo/

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION Releases Captivating Single 'Drifters', Along with US Appearances!

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“Drifters” Digital Jacket Cover

Rising Tokyo-based musician STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION is set to release his new single, "Drifters" on Friday, January 12th, 2024. This new anime-inspired track seamlessly blends Pop, Piano Rock, and Electro Pop, transcending conventional boundaries of musical genres.

"Drifters" emerges as a captivating anime anthem meticulously crafted with a dance-pop foundation, seamlessly veering towards a pop-oriented style that sets it apart from the ordinary. STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION skillfully integrates a calming ambiance in select segments, intertwining samples and analog synths to create an immersive auditory experience with enchanting vocal processing.

The production of this new song reflects a conscious commitment to the artistry of modulations, deftly playing with passing chords to weave a rich musical tapestry. Crafted with precision, the melody is a testament to STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION's dedication to creating a comforting and enjoyable listening experience.

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION invites music enthusiasts and anime aficionados alike to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of "Drifters." This single stands as a testament to the artist's prowess in transcending musical boundaries and delivering a sonic masterpiece that resonates on a profound level.

The song is also the official Ending theme of the TV anime series “SYNDUALITY Noir”
RON comments, “This song is perfect for times when you want to unwind, like during a leisurely drive! Maintaining a positive mindset is crucial in living each day to the fullest. It is important to always have a sense of purpose, think consciously, and act with intention as the key to living flexibly."

2024 SHOW INFORMATION

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION 10th Anniversary World Appearance

2/2 - ANIME EXPO SANTIAGO Santiago, CL: ​EVENT LINK

3/8-3/10 - ANIME MILWAUKEE Milwaukee, WI: EVENT LINK

3/29-3/31 - KAWAII KON HAWAII Honolulu, HI: EVENT LINK

Completed:
10.29.2023 - Anime Weekend Atlanta, GA:
11.11.2023 - KYOANI MUSIC FESTIVAL Kyoto, JP

11.17-11.19.2023- Kumoricon Portland, OR:

11.26.2023 -  Kita Kyushu Pop Culture Festival Fukuoka, JP
12.16.2023 TENSURA 10th LIVE Chiba, JP