<インタビュー>BAND-MAID、ニューシングル『SPIN』と武道館2DAYSはご主人様&お嬢様と再び会うための“約束”
Interview discussing the single SPIN, Miku Kobato's first recorded rhythm guitar track, and preparations for their Nippon Budokan shows.
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Entries are grouped by their publication, release, or show date, from each album or EP release until the day before the next. Grouping does not imply a connection to the release.
Interview discussing the single SPIN, Miku Kobato's first recorded rhythm guitar track, and preparations for their Nippon Budokan shows.
A column surveying female hard rock and metal bands, including BAND-MAID.
After their first European tour in seven years, the five members discuss the tracks on the single "ENERGETIC".
Interview discussing the single ENERGETIC following their European tour and the band's solidarity looking toward their 15th anniversary.
An interview during World Tour 2026 in which the five members talk about their current activities and what lies ahead.
A live report from KT Zepp Yokohama, the first Japan date of the world tour, including the live debut of "Days".
Release news of Miku Kobato's second Zemaitis signature model 'Starry Pigeons', limited to 100 units worldwide with a starry night motif.
News of the two-day Nippon Budokan finale of the world tour and the break planned after it.
Feature on SAIKI's vocal and stage setup including Sennheiser SKM 6000 wireless, Neumann capsule, and Nord keyboards.
A column looking back on 2025 through the band's anime tie-in songs and the EP "SCOOOOOP".
An article on the guitars, amp and pedalboard KANAMI used for the EP "SCOOOOOP" and live shows.
An article introducing the three Black Cloud basses MISA uses on tour.
An article on AKANE's drum setup, including kit, snare, cymbals and pedal.
MISA discusses making the EP "SCOOOOOP" and the band's groove.
AKANE talks about her first motion-capture role for an anime and making the EP "SCOOOOOP".
Kerrang! news feature covering the release of EP SCOOOOOP and the opening track Present Perfect.
Historic announcement of KANAMI becoming the first Japanese guitarist to receive an official signature model guitar from Paul Reed Smith (PRS).
Interview discussing the album Epic Narratives, technical musicianship, and the band's philosophy behind global touring.
A preview of the all-member interview from Young Guitar's November 2024 issue.
The introduction page for Young Guitar's November 2024 issue featuring BAND-MAID, including gear interviews with each member.
Announcement of MISA releasing her official signature bass from Black Cloud Guitar, designed around her live touring specifications.
News of AKANE releasing her official signature drum sticks from renowned Swedish drumstick manufacturer Wincent.
A live report by JROCK NEWS covering the climactic 10th Anniversary Tour finale at Yokohama Arena.
A live report from the Yokohama Arena finale of the 10th anniversary tour, with the setlist.
Loudwire editorial spotlighting BAND-MAID's technical prowess, US festival appearances, and global popularity.
BARKS interview with Kanami, SAIKI, and Miku detailing the heavy, low-end guitar tuning and visceral vocals on "Shambles".
The official report on the Lollapalooza Chicago 2023 performance, with the full 13-song setlist.
Consequence feature highlighting BAND-MAID's thunderous daytime set at Lollapalooza in Chicago.
Natalie news coverage of the worldwide release of "Shambles" as the anime Kengan Ashura Season 2 ending theme.
A live report from BAND-MAID's Tokyo Garden Theater show following its U.S. tour.
Detailed live report by SPICE reviewing BAND-MAID's explosive 10th anniversary kickoff show at Tokyo Garden Theater.
An interview by JROCK NEWS where all members discuss the sold-out US tour and the aggressive EP "Unleash".
Revolver Magazine profile exploring the contrast between maid aesthetics and high-octane hard rock riffs.
BARKS live report capturing the opening night of the sold-out 2022 US Tour at the Neptune Theatre in Seattle.
SPICE interview with Kobato Miku and SAIKI discussing their return to international touring and the Unleash EP.
A full-band interview about the making and musical range of the Unleash EP, its animated music video, and the band's live plans.
Natalie feature covering the animated music videos and aggressive instrumental opening track "from now on" from the Unleash EP.
An interview about the making of Unleash, the band's first instrumental track, "from now on," and resuming its U.S. tour.
A Guitar World interview in which Kanami discusses her musical influences, PRS guitars, and writing hard rock riffs.
An introduction to Kobato Miku's Zemaitis signature guitar, the A24MF-FP "Flappy Pigeon."
Announcement of Miku Kobato's first Zemaitis signature guitar 'A24MF-FP Flappy Pigeon', featuring metal-front engravings designed by Miku herself.
Live report covering the February 11, 2021 online livestream performing the full setlist originally planned for Nippon Budokan.
A full-band interview about Unseen World, built around the album's themes of returning to their roots and evolving from their present position.
In-depth track-by-track musical analysis of the Unseen World album by JROCK NEWS.
Geki-Rock interview dissecting the songwriting velocity and drumming ferocity on fastest-ever track "BLACK HOLE".
A full-band interview about making Unseen World and how the pandemic changed the band's songwriting and online performances.
Instrumental section interview on Geki-Rock detailing Akane's relentless double-pedal beats and MISA's slap lines on "Different".
BARKS interview exploring Kanami's progressive composition and mind-bending time signatures on "Different".
Hardware breakdown of AKANE's aggressive and precise drumming setup centered around TAMA Starclassic and MEINL Byzance cymbals.
Deep-dive into MISA's modern heavy bass setup featuring Black Smoker 5-string, Darkglass B7K Ultra, and Ampeg tube amplification.
Insight into Miku Kobato's rhythm guitar rig featuring EVH 5150 III, Zemaitis metal-front guitars, and BOSS MS-3 switcher.
Detailed feature on KANAMI's signal chain built around the Mesa/Boogie JP-2C head, Free The Tone ARC-3 routing controller, and her PRS guitars.
Live report covering the tour final at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA concluding their two-year World Domination tour, and the announcement of Nippon Budokan.
JROCK NEWS interview discussing collaborations with Tony Visconti and their worldwide tour expansion.
Debut Rolling Stone Japan interview discussing the album CONQUEROR, working with Tony Visconti, and each member's musical roots.
Track-by-track breakdown for Geki-Rock spanning the ferocious speed of "Rinne" to the stadium anthems like "endless Story".
BARKS interview chronicling the band's New York studio sessions with legendary producer Tony Visconti on "The Dragon Cries".
A full-band interview about recording CONQUEROR, collaborating with Tony Visconti, and the band's live performances.
An interview about making CONQUEROR, working with Tony Visconti, and exploring a wider range of musical approaches.
JaME World review of the sold-out Paris headline show during the 2019 Gekidou Tour.
Geki-Rock interview dissecting the musical ambition behind simultaneous single releases "glory" and "Bubble".
BARKS interview detailing the rhythmic intricacy of "Bubble" and driving speed of "glory".
Natalie interview discussing the creation of double tie-up singles "glory" (Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS) and "Bubble" (drama Perfect Crime).
BARKS interview with Kobato Miku and SAIKI on challenging their stylistic boundaries with "start over".
Natalie feature covering the duality between the pop-rock title track "start over" and thrashy b-side "Screaming".
Live report on the Zepp Tokyo tour final for Senkoku, featuring their first acoustic set and newly unveiled instrumental track.
Geki-Rock interview dissecting the metallic heaviness, drumming, and double-bass work across WORLD DOMINATION.
BARKS interview detailing how Kanami, MISA, and Akane pushed technical speed and riff complexity to new heights.
An in-depth interview on Natalie exploring BAND-MAID's defining aggressive album "WORLD DOMINATION".
Live report on the 2017 autumn tour final at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST, performing 25 songs without encore at their largest headline show to date.
BARKS interview highlighting SAIKI's expanding vocal range and Kanami's songwriting chemistry on "Daydreaming / Choose me".
Natalie feature exploring BAND-MAID's bold double A-side single, contrasting emotional balladry with hyper-speed rock.
The five members talk about making the double A-side single "Daydreaming / Choose me".
All five members break down their aggressive hard-rock grooves and technical approaches for Geki-Rock.
A BARKS interview exploring how BAND-MAID balanced heavy guitar grooves with catchy vocal melodies on their major debut album.
A feature interview on Natalie discussing the conception and evolved heavy rock sound of 1st full album "Just Bring It".
Interview on the release of their single 'YOLO', exploring their evolution into self-composed heavy rock and the contrast between maid aesthetics and hard sound.
Live report of the Brand New MAID tour final additional show at Shimokitazawa GARDEN, delivering an energetic performance to a packed house.
A live report by JROCK NEWS detailing BAND-MAID's electrifying headline show at The Underworld in London.
Metal Hammer's review highlighting 5 key takeaways from BAND-MAID's first-ever headline show in the UK at The Underworld.
A feature interview in Metal Hammer / Louder where Kobato Miku explains the band's conception, vision, and maid aesthetic paired with heavy rock.
JaME World's first extensive in-person interview with BAND-MAID during their London European debut.
In-depth interview by Taishi Ato exploring how their 'Thrill' music video went viral overseas, the evolution into a twin-vocal setup, and their major debut with 'Brand New MAID'.
Interview by Hiroo Nishizawa discussing their shift from pop-rock to heavy rock, each member's musical roots, and the songwriting process for 'alone'.
An interview with Miku Kobato and MISA for the major-label debut "Brand New MAID", touching on how "Thrill" drew attention overseas.
Their first Gekirock interview, covering how the band formed and each member's outfit.