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D'ERLANGER | Evermore (album)
2026-04-22
D’ERLANGER | Evermore (album)
RELEASE DATE: April 22nd (2026)
RECORD COMPANY: Warner Music Japan
D’ERLANGER have revealed the full details of Evermore, their eleventh studio album, due May 22nd — the 19th anniversary of the band’s reunion. The Deluxe Edition comes as a box set with a 24-page photo booklet and exclusive 16-page CD booklet. Its DVD features previously unreleased live footage from the fan club shows KIDS BLUE STANDING SPECIAL 2024 and 2025, both held at EX THEATER ROPPONGI on December 24th, including individual performance footage of all four members across three songs — 12 videos in total. The Standard Edition adds a bonus track — You’re gonna be the one that saves me — and its own exclusive 16-page booklet. All artwork across both editions was handled by drummer Tetsu. First-press purchase bonuses vary by retailer.
ARTWORK:

TRACKLIST:
01. undercover of darkness
02. Kiss My Blood
03. Roses blooming softly at nite
04. Mutinity In Heaven
05. C’est la vie
06. Shin’ai
07. You’re gonna be the one that saves me (※ bonus track)
08. RAIN
09. SPs＼E5th.mdnt
10.Umbrella
11. Wandering Star
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Lucy | ROCKAROLLICA III (album)
2026-04-23
Lucy | ROCKAROLLICA III (album)
RELEASE DATE: April 23rd (2026)
RECORD COMPANY: Victor Entertainment

Lucy is back after 20 years of silence!
The powerhouse trio, featuring Hisashi Imai (BUCK-TICK), Kiyoshi (hide with Spread Beaver), and Katsushige Okazaki (M-AGE) has officially announced their long-awaited resurrection. The band is currently in the studio recording their third album, staying true to their signature sound. Fans can look forward to a Limited First Press Edition, which features a bonus disc with brand-new footage. A teaser video is already available on their official social media channels. The reunion features a new visual illustrated by Shou Tajima, the artist behind the manga Multiple Personality Detective Psycho. This is a special tribute to the band’s history, as their name was inspired by the character Lucy Monostone from Tajima’s work.
To celebrate the reunion, Lucy will re-release their first two albums, ROCKAROLLICA (2004) and ROCKAROLLICA II (2006), on April 10th, 2026. These limited reissues feature 2026 remastering and iconic Digipak artwork by designer Ken Sakaguchi; pre-orders are available now.
The band is also set to return to the stage with their first tour in two decades: Lucy Show 003 ～Shout, Speed, Shake Your Rockarollica～. The tour kicks off at SUPERNOVA KAWASAKI and concludes with a grand finale at EX THEATER ROPPONGI, spanning nine performances across eight cities in Japan from April 26 to May 24.
Further information will be added as it becomes available.
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LUNA SEA | FOREVER (single)
2026-05-29
LUNA SEA | FOREVER (album)
RELEASE DATE: May 29th (2026)
When we covered LUNA SEA’s return to the stage at Ariake Arena last March, we closed by saying the band stood at the edge of winter — ready to flourish into spring. They didn’t waste any time. LUNA SEA have just announced FOREVER, their first new song in approximately 6 years, set for release on May 29th. The announcement was made tonight through a video message from each member of the band, on what happens to be a new moon. The release date aligns with the band’s formation anniversary and the opening night of their nationwide UNENDING JOURNEY -FOREVER– tour, which kicks off in Hadano, Kanagawa — Shinya’s hometown, where ROSIER and I for You remain embedded in the city’s train station melodies to this day.
The title will surprise no one who was paying attention at Ariake. Shinya’s final instruction to his bandmates — “No matter what happens, do NOT stop LUNA SEA” — set the terms. FOREVER is the band’s public answer to that charge, arriving on the day they were born, in the city that meant most to the brother they lost. The tour runs from May 29th through October 18th, covering 33 shows across 22 cities.

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D'ESPAIRSRAY @ B7KLAN J-ROCK FEST, Paris [FR] – July 12 (2026)
2026-06-12
D’ESPAIRSRAY will perform at the B7KLAN J-ROCK FEST on July 12, 2026, at the Arena Grand Paris in France. This marks their first European appearance since 2010 following their reunion. The festival celebrates B7Klan’s 20th anniversary.

— Event: B7KLAN J-ROCK FEST
— Date: 11 & 12 July 2026
— Location: Arena Grand Paris, France
— Performance: July 12, 2026
— Context: Part of the band’s reunion activities, including a new single “RAPTURE” and a 2026 Japanese tour.
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D’ESPAIRSRAY @ Coliseo, Santiago [CL] – Feb. 4th (2027)
2027-02-04
D’ESPAIRSRAY is taking their “REVENANT” World Tour to Latin America in early 2027. These shows are part of their dedicated world tour, marking their first-ever tour across Latin America. While the Paris B7KLAN event is a multi-band festival celebrating an anniversary, the Santiago and Mexico City stops are full live sets focused entirely on D’ESPAIRSRAY. These are the first international dates announced following their reunion.
— Tour: “REVENANT” World Tour
— Date: Feb. 4th 2027
— Location: Coliseo, Santiago (Chile)
— Ticket: www.puntoticket.com
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D’ESPAIRSRAY @ La Maraka, Mexico City [MX] – Feb. 7th (2027)
2027-02-07
D’ESPAIRSRAY is taking their “REVENANT” World Tour to Latin America in early 2027. These shows are part of their dedicated world tour, marking their first-ever tour across Latin America. While the Paris B7KLAN event is a multi-band festival celebrating an anniversary, the Santiago and Mexico City stops are full live sets focused entirely on D’ESPAIRSRAY. These are the first international dates announced following their reunion.
— Tour: “REVENANT” World Tour
— Date: Feb. 7th 2027
— Location: La Maraka, Mexico City (Mexico)
— Ticket: www.puntoticket.com
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