Latest J-Pop Releases [April 2025]

Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)&TEAM

&TEAM ‘Go in Blind’ Official Performance MV

An epic dance track that sends chills with its powerful guitar riffs and exhilarating performance.

Released in April 2025 as the 3rd single from &TEAM, the global boy group proudly presented by HYBE LABELS JAPAN.

Crafted by a team of top-tier producers, this song blends a variety of musical genres into a border-crossing anthem.

Be sure to listen, paying special attention to its empowering message that boosts self-esteem.

Planet Makeup ProjectCUTIE STREET

[MV Teaser] CUTIE STREET “Planet Make-up Plan”

A humor-filled pop song rings out.

CUTIE STREET’s track “Chikyuu Make-Up Keikaku,” produced by Aribobo from the popular band Yabai T-Shirts Yasan, was released in April 2025.

It’s an explosive upper-tune woven from playfully cheeky lyrics and high-energy sound! It’s the perfect match when you need a boost or a change of pace!

TOMORROW X TOGETHERRise

Rise

A pop-rock number marked by powerful guitar riffs.

It serves as the opening theme for BEYBLADE X, released by TOMORROW X TOGETHER in April 2025, and was created under the production of SPYAIR’s MOMIKEN and UZ.

Riding on a grand sound arrangement, the five members’ distinctive vocals unfold captivatingly.

When you’re ready to take on a new challenge, this song will give you a push forward.

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[AKASAKI] Wandering / HAIKAI (Lyric Video)

This is a track that captivates with its urban worldview, depicting the subtle shifts of the heart swaying through the night city.

Released in April 2025, the song features AKASAKI’s pure vocals vividly expressing the loneliness and love of people living in the city.

Its refined sound and lyrics that reveal fleeting, transient relationships leave a strong impression.

It will likely resonate especially with listeners in their teens and twenties.

Highly recommended as background music for a drive, too.

Charles (Prod. by Tatsuya Kitani)Ado

Ado - Charles (Prod. by Tatsuya Kitani)

Released in April 2025, this track is a cover of Balloon’s Vocaloid song “Charles.” It’s included on the album “Fall Apart.” The memorable, beautiful melody line pairs perfectly with an emotional rock sound, showcasing the talents of Tatsuya Kitani and Ado.

While preserving the original’s sense of poignancy and melancholy, this version is reborn through a unique interpretation.

It’s a song I highly recommend to anyone searching for music that resonates with the heart.

Magic is a spice.Aooo

Magic is a spice.

A rock tune brimming with positive energy.

Band Aooo—made up of uniquely charismatic members—wrote this song as the ending theme for the TV anime Witch Watch.

It’s included on their first EP, “Fooocus,” released in April 2025.

The song portrays the act of overcoming the worries and challenges we face in everyday life.

It’s perfect for when you’re feeling low or want to give someone a supportive push!

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Face (TV Anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica” Episode 13 Insert Song)

A majestic rock number with wave after wave of heavy sound.

Featured as an insert song in the final episode of the TV anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica,” it was released under the name Ave Mujica in April 2025.

Its grand soundscape masterfully weaves gothic metal and progressive elements, paired with lyrics that powerfully capture the struggle of facing oneself.

The tense sonic image will set your heart ablaze—an insanely cool anime song!