Pop-rock duo Porno Graffitti have revealed that they will be releasing a brand new album at the end of the month on October 25th.  This release, titled “BUTTERFLY EFFECT”, will be the group’s first studio effort since 2015’s “RHINOCEROS” and will include their previously released tracks “THE DAY”, “LiAR”, “Masshiro na Hai ni Naru made, Moyashi Tsukase”, “King & Queen”, and “Montage.”

“BUTTERFLY EFFECT” is to be issued in two different versions, with the Limited Edition to come packaged with both a bonus CD containing audio from their Special Live in Taiwan and a DVD containing a documentary about said live event and the era’s music videos.

Read on below to find the cover and complete track list for “BUTTERFLY EFFECT,” and look forward to additional information as its release date draws closer.

This week progressive jazz trio fox capture plan released their latest full-length album “UИTITLƎD (‘Untitled’).”  The record includes a new version of their theme song for the popular drama “Quartet”, as well as ten new songs, among them a cover of Coldplay‘s “Viva la Vida.”

In support of this new release, the instrumental band have published the music video for the album’s opening track “Cross View” to their label’s Youtube channel.  In a nod to the song’s title, the video spends much of its run-time displaying a number of scenes from various different angles, these moments cut together with shots of the group performing.

You’ll find the rather literal PV for “Cross View”, plus the cover and track list for “UИTITLƎD” just after the jump.

PUNPEE has made a name for himself over the past few years. Outside of his group PSG, he’s done a variety of projects, such as producing and guest rapping on Hitomitoi and G.RINA songs, remixing Utada Hikaru, and collaborating with Kayama Yuzo on his 80th birthday tribute album. He’s now ready to step out on his own. On October 4, PUNPEE will release his debut solo album, “MODERN TIMES.” Check out the cover and tracklist for it below!

Earlier this year, HINTO created their own independent label, cat fish label. The band is now set to put out their first release on their own. On October 4, HINTO will release “LAST NIGHT”, the band’s first EP. The band recently release the music video for the EP’s opening track, “SUMMERGAZER.” Check it out below, along with more information on the new EP!

The 2017 MTV EMA will be held in London on November 12 at The SSE Arena. The nominees for the show were announced today, including the nominees for Best Japan Act. The five acts nominated show the diversity of the current Japanese music scene. See who made the cut below!

Talent & model Akemi Darenogare has tragically revealed that in the past one of her beloved pet cats was murdered. What set Darenogare off was a chilling news story about a man who went around horribly abusing cats, often resulting in their death. The man would do heinous acts to the animals such as pour boiling water on them, pull out their teeth, and burn them on a gas burner. He would then upload the videos to the net. Darenogare is a notorious cat lover, usually posting her pet kitties on her official Instagram account.

Thankfully the culprit was found and arrested by the police for violating animal welfare laws. Darenogare began to sound off on her official twitter account, condemning people who abuse animals and giving her take on the current laws in Japan. In general, most people who violate animal welfare laws are simply just charged a fine, Darenogare strongly feels that the punishment should be much more severe. 

After 3 teaser trailers, the live action film “Fullmetal Alchemist” finally unveiled its full trailer. The 90 second video packs in more action, alchemy, CG and drama featuring several famous scenes from the anime and manga. The trailer also features the theme song “Kimi no Soba ni Iruyo” (I’m by your side) performed by MISIA. The song will be released on November 29 but was already previewed on radio last night.

“Fullmetal Alchemist” will premiere at the 30th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 25 and will be released in Japan on December 1. It will be screened in over 400 screens, including IMAX and 4DX screens, largest screen count in the history of Japanese films.

The film reportedly used CG techniques never before used in Japanese filming and seeks to surpass current quality and visual effects technology standards of Japanese films.

Will they succeed?

Alt Idol unit HAMIDASYSTEM just released the Music Video for “Semi no Koe“, leading track of their upcoming first single “DERO” set to be released on October 7th.

Compared to the unit’s previous releases, “Semi no Koe” is a track that clearly tries to define the sound and personality of HAMIDASYSTEM, and it succeeds with a audiovisual output that’s intriguing and well crafted. The track follows a variable structure, exposing a generally obscure and atmospheric vibe that gets twisted with a few unexpected breakdowns and tempo changes, leading to a final segment that highlights the vocal performance of the members; it’s a mix of melodic Rock and very subtle Electronic layers that creates a soundscape that’s ever changing, yet consistent.  The video seconds the atmosphere summoned by the track, with a generally dark palette and shots mostly taken in a forest and a cemetery.