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The four men of Satsuriku Robot are standing in front of a building, posing for the camera. They are wearing band shirts or hoodies in mostly dark colours. In addition, they are all wearing sunglasses.

Formed on the bustling streets of Tokyo, Satsuriku Robot have come a long way since their inception in 2020. After ...

This image shows a group of women that are part of the Japanese band Little Lilith in various costumes, gathered together for a photo. The majority of the group wears black clothing, with some variations in style and colour. The photo seems to be taken in an industrial space.

Little Lilith to make live debut in Europe

20 September 2023

Coming October, the Tokyo-based four-piece metal band Little Lilith will tour Europe for the first time. The four-piece will performing ...

The photo shows a group of five people in black clothing standing inside what seems to be an industrial space. All five musicians appear to be looking off into different directions while maintaining their composure despite being surrounded by such an industrial setting.

GERTENA ready to show off how “RADIANT” they are at Gammaco in Switzerland

by Lecros

19 September 2023

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Just a couple more weeks until the Japanese visual kei band GERTENA will have their first performance outside of Japan ...

Collage of promotional photos of GARUDA and Satanic Punish, on the left is Yuffie aka GARUDA dressed in a gothic-style dress and wings leaning on a baseball bat decorated with spikes. She also holds a long-beaked mask in her hands towards her face as if she were about to put it on. On the right is ManaManomu dressed in a gothic lolita dress and long hair in twintails.

IKIGAI – Vol. 1 brings GARUDA and Satanic Punish to the Netherlands and Germany

by Francisca Hagen

2 September 2023

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In less than a week's time, Tokyo-based underground idols GARUDA and Satanic Punish will embark on a mini tour in ...

Text of "Bandcamp Friday" and "Suggestions September 2023" on top of a radio, edited in a way that there was a glitch. The result is that there are more radio's in the image. With added filters it is made colourful with the added colours of red, blue and green and mixes of that.

Five Japanese artists and labels to support during Bandcamp Friday (September 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

1 September 2023

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It is the first of September and it is a Friday, you know what that means: Bandcamp Friday is back! ...

Still from HAPPY's music video for "Sundowner". The still consists of splashes of colours, a round circle representing the sun and effects that make the still abstract looking.

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 34, 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

27 August 2023

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With a large music industry such as Japan has, the second largest in the world, it is inevitable that music ...

Text of "Bandcamp Friday" and "Suggestions August 2023" on top of a radio, edited in a way that there was a glitch. The result is that there are more radio's in the image. With added filters it is made colourful with the added colours of red, blue and green and mixes of that.

Five Japanese artists and labels to support during Bandcamp Friday (August 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

3 August 2023

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After a break of a few months, Bandcamp Friday is back for the month of August. But what does it ...

The four current members of ASK I FALL (in 2023) posing a dark area with limited light sources allowing the faces of the band members to be visible on one side.

AVO Interview with Rid of ASK I FALL: “With hard work and perseverance, we will achieve our goals and dreams”

by Peter Dennis

31 July 2023

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ASK I FALL are an international metalcore band based in Tokyo. Despite some early line-up changes, the group is now ...

Ryo Kinoshita sits on a stool while surrounded by darkness and only one lamp shines light on him. His face is also not visible in the picture, giving it a mysterious appearance.

KNOSIS to join Stray From The Path’s upcoming 21-date European tour

by Francisca Hagen

30 July 2023

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KNOSIS, the new project of former Crystal Lake vocalist Ryo Kinoshita will be joining American hardcore punk band Stray From ...

DEATHROLL's Kazu in a leather jacket and sunglasses stands by a pair of leafless trees. The picture has been edited where everything is in monochrome except for some elements of Kazu's clothing, which have a red colour, such as his blouse, the trim on his leather jacket.

AVO Magazine interview with Kazu of DEATHROLL: “I make music with my own sensibility”

by Peter Dennis

25 July 2023

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Formed in 2011, DEATHROLL is a one-man project led by multi-instrumentalist Kazu. With a dark and discombobulating sound, DEATHROLL captures ...

The four men of Phantom Excaliver stand near each other and pose with their hands at their sides, with singer Kacchang flashing a big smile while carrying his signature sword.

Phantom Excaliver to perform in the Netherlands before hitting the stage at Wacken Open Air 2023

by Francisca Hagen

23 July 2023

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Before taking the renowned Headbangers Stage at the long-sold-out Wacken Open Air 2023 for the first time after winning the ...

The four members of Broken By The Scream are standing next to each other.

Broken By The Scream to make European live debut in Austria

by Francisca Hagen

21 July 2023

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Metal idol group Broken By The Scream will make their European live debut this summer in Austria, marking a new ...

Collage of the highlighted performers at HYPER JAPAN Festival 2023: Naomi Suzuki, VOCAFEST UK & Ireland, R I N C H, Ready Singer One, Yuko Tsubame, FEMM, Colorpointe, Miura Ayme, Isiliel, Akari Mochizuki and DENSHONEN

10 musical acts you shouldn’t miss out on at HYPER JAPAN Festival 2023

by Francisca Hagen

18 July 2023

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HYPER JAPAN Festival is an annual festival that celebrates Japanese culture, food, fashion, music, and entertainment. This year, the event ...

10 musical acts you shouldn’t miss out on at Japan Expo Paris 2023

by Francisca Hagen

10 July 2023

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It is almost time for another edition of Japan Expo Paris and that means we will highlight a selection of ...

CD Review: DEATHROLL – Japanese Extreme Metal Art

by Peter Dennis

6 July 2023

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Once the preserve of misanthropic and narcissistic Norwegians, black metal has since evolved to become a global phenomenon. It’s a ...

The band line-up for Esprit D'Air's upcoming European tour, starting in October 2023. From left to right, Bass player Takeshi, bandleader, vocalist and guitarist Kai, guitarist Yusuke, and drummer Jan-Vincent Velazco. Live photos are by Tim Kuipers.

Four more shows added to Esprit D’Air’s upcoming and biggest European tour yet

by Francisca Hagen

6 July 2023

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After announcing an 18-date tour through Europe, self-produced melodic metal and electronicore band Esprit D'Air worked hard to add a ...

Himari Tsukishiro dressed in black-coloured lacquer clothing surrounded by red shibari rope

Isiliel’s first world tour will soon resume in Europe and the United States

by Francisca Hagen

19 June 2023

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After her first solo European tour in early 2023, Himari Tsukishiro has not been slowing down with her solo project ...

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 24, 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

18 June 2023

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With a large music industry such as Japan has, the second largest in the world, it is inevitable that music ...

2023 band photo of Crystal lake, with frontman John Robert Centorrino in the middle.

Crystal Lake confirmed for Into The Grave 2024

by Francisca Hagen

18 June 2023

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Dutch metal festival Into The Grave took place in the second weekend of June, but organisers have ensured that fans ...

The three members of Paledusk are dressed in dark clothing and standing near each other. Order from left to right: guitarist Tsubasa, vocalist Kaito, and guitarist Daisuke. © Paledusk / Sharptone Records

Paledusk will introduce themselves to European audiences with summer tour

by Francisca Hagen

4 June 2023

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The three-piece metal band Paledusk will be very soon embarking on an almost one-month European tour. In the last few ...

Still from the music video by 辻井くぬえ (Tsujii Qunuee) for the song "ねえ、起きて (Nee, Okite)". The still shows the spiraling ceiling of an (abandoned) building.

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 22, 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

4 June 2023

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With a large music industry such as Japan has, the second largest in the world, it is inevitable that music ...

Still from Awkmiu's music video for the song "avalanche". The vocalis, dressed in a blueish coloured clothing, blue shirt, pants and an oversized cardigan or jacket (the lighting/editing makes it seem that the clothing is different in colour), is on the beach, dancing, spinning around and singing.

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 21, 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

28 May 2023

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With a large music industry such as Japan has, the second largest in the world, it is inevitable that music ...

AVO Magazine presents: FATE GEAR (for the first time) in the Netherlands

by Francisca Hagen

22 May 2023

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In just under two months, in July, steampunk power metal band FATE GEAR will tour Europe for the third time, ...

Still from the music video by the band kao for the song "New era". The still features a night view of a city and a shadow of a person that is sitting down.

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 20, 2023)

by Francisca Hagen

21 May 2023

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With a large music industry such as Japan has, the second largest in the world, it is inevitable that music ...

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Album Review: Satsuriku Robot – NO THRASH METAL, NO LIFE!!

Little Lilith to make live debut in Europe

GERTENA ready to show off how “RADIANT” they are at Gammaco in Switzerland

IKIGAI – Vol. 1 brings GARUDA and Satanic Punish to the Netherlands and Germany

Five Japanese artists and labels to support during Bandcamp Friday (September 2023)

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 34, 2023)

Five Japanese artists and labels to support during Bandcamp Friday (August 2023)

AVO Interview with Rid of ASK I FALL: “With hard work and perseverance, we will achieve our goals and dreams”

KNOSIS to join Stray From The Path’s upcoming 21-date European tour

AVO Magazine interview with Kazu of DEATHROLL: “I make music with my own sensibility”

Phantom Excaliver to perform in the Netherlands before hitting the stage at Wacken Open Air 2023

Broken By The Scream to make European live debut in Austria

10 musical acts you shouldn’t miss out on at HYPER JAPAN Festival 2023

10 musical acts you shouldn’t miss out on at Japan Expo Paris 2023

CD Review: DEATHROLL – Japanese Extreme Metal Art

Four more shows added to Esprit D’Air’s upcoming and biggest European tour yet

Isiliel’s first world tour will soon resume in Europe and the United States

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 24, 2023)

Crystal Lake confirmed for Into The Grave 2024

Paledusk will introduce themselves to European audiences with summer tour

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 22, 2023)

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 21, 2023)

AVO Magazine presents: FATE GEAR (for the first time) in the Netherlands

7 New Music Videos You Need To Check Out (Week 20, 2023)

Little Lilith European tour 2023

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