Tag: Japan
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JIMMY and WEESA of PSYCHIC FEVER on the Group’s Evolution: Interview
In 2026, PSYCHIC FEVER continued expanding its overseas reach, taking on new challenges on a global scale. The group has been steadily building up...
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KID PHENOMENON on the Evolution of Expression After SXSW 2026
Japan’s dance and vocal group KID PHENOMENON performed at SXSW 2026, held in Austin, Texas, from March 12 to 18. With a mission to...
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Global Citizen Tokyo Lineup Announced for First Japan Concert
Global Citizen is taking its music events even more, well, global. On Monday (April 6), Billboard can exclusively reveal the performers at Global Citizen’s...
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Kroi & Bluey of Incognito on Encounter That Led to ‘Kinetic’: Interview
Kroi released their first new song of 2026, “Kinetic.” The song was produced by Incognito’s Bluey, who Kroi’s members are longtime fans of.Billboard JAPAN...
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Juice=Juice Talk ‘More! Mi Amore,’ Share Views on Group’s Future
Billboard Japan caught up with members of Juice=Juice for its Monthly Feature series spotlighting artists and releases currently making an impact on the scene.Since...
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A Musical Chemical Reaction (Interview)
In 2025, Lola Amour, one of the Philippines’ most iconic bands, won the Special Award: Philippine Popular Music at MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN, sometimes known...
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On New Single ‘Lucky I Love You,’ 25th Anniversary
In 2026, AI is taking a new step forward.Last year marked the singer-songwriter’s 25th anniversary since her debut, a milestone year packed with a...
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On Reunion & First Major-Label EP ‘Amethyst’
Stepping into a new phase with their major-label debut, REIRIE — the duo comprised of RIE (Rei Kuromiya) and REI (Rie Kaneko) — are...
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KANA-BOON Interview on ‘Silhouette’ & Band’s New Lineup
Billboard Japan spoke with KANA-BOON for its Monthly Feature series spotlighting currently notable artists and releases. The four-member pop-rock band’s hit from 2014 called...
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Vestax: The Rise and Fall of a DJ Icon
In the ’90s and early 2000s, if you walked into any underground DJ booth and saw a Vestax PMC mixer or a pair of...