On May 11, Ziyoou-vachi and Gokumonto Ikka will release the split single, “Kinsei / Shibou Yuugi.” This single sees both bands of vocalist Avu-chan facing off against against each other. Gokumonto Ikka is a band that Avu-chan formed on the side with Nagaoka Ryosuke (Petrolz), KenKen (RIZE), and Nakamura Tatsuya (LOSALIOS / MANNISH BOYS).

In keeping with the versus theme of the single, the cover art features Ziyoou-vachi and Gokumonto Ikka drawn as video game characters on the verge of fighting. The cover art was created by Nishimura Kinu, a Capcom creator who is best know for her work on the “Street Fighter” series. The Limited Edition features a booklet similar to those that come with video games.

Ziyoou-vachi recently released the music video for “Kinsei.” It’s mainly a performance clip, but it does feature Avu-chan in both of their male form and female form (as does the single’s cover art and promo picture). Check it out after the jump, along with more information on the single!

Wakusei Abnormal have been teasing a new release for a while, and have just released a bit more solid information regarding their upcoming  mini album, including album cover, track-list and store bonuses. Read more after the jump!

On June 8, AAA will release their new single, “NEW.” The song serves as the new Sprite CM song. The group recently released the music video for the song, which was shot in Los Angeles and its surrounding area. The concept of the video is the members of AAA enjoying solo vacations in the city, which happens to be Atae Shinjiro’s favorite. Check it out after the jump, along with more information on the single!

On May 11, Leo Ieiri will release her new single, “Bokutachi no Mirai.” The song serves as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Omukae desu.”

Leo recently released the music video for “Bokutachi no Mirai.” It was shot in a field in her hometown of Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture, an area which sustained damage in the recent earthquakes. Check it out after the jump, along with more information on the single!

On May 11, UA will release her first new album in 7 years, “JaPo.” She recently released the music video for album’s opening track, “AUWA.” The clip features UA and a group of backing dancers out in the wilderness.  The video also features some psychedelic visual effects. Check it out after the jump!

In the wake of the news that Kawatani Enon is divorcing his wife, it’s being reported that Becky will be returning to the entertainment industry after a shame-induced hiatus. Becky’s main priority right now is to get back to work, seeing as how she no longer has feelings for Enon.

Many metalheads still seem divided when BABYMETAL comes up. Some appreciate the hybrid sound of power-metal mixed with standard Japanese idol j-pop, while others think it’s a silly novelty. These mixed options didn’t stop American musician and film maker Rob Zombie from visiting the band backstage at the Carolina Rebellion music festival. He posted a picture of them together on facebook and was instantly met with criticism from some of his “purist” fans, trying to shame him for associating himself with the group. Rob wasn’t having any of that though and clapped back at the h8ters directly responding to them. Since then his original facebook post turned into a BABYMETAL support thread, with all the current top comments supporting the group.

BABYMETAL’s next stop on their world tour is Detroit Michigan.

Check out Rob Zombie’s responses under the cut!

Two months after receiving the official confirmation that “Pokémon Sun” and “Pokémon Moon” were the next installments of the legendary Pokémon franchise, today Nintendo has made public the first bunch of details regarding the game and we couldn’t be more excited! The release date in America is set on November 18th, while europeans trainers will have to wait until November 23rd to start the newest Pokémon adventure. Read all the information and watch the first gameplay footage of the game just after the jump!