[March 2026] The latest J-pop releases. Check out the buzzworthy new tracks!

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Murasaki Ima – Mental Rental (Music Video)

Singer-songwriter Shiin with a distinctive husky voice has been gaining support mainly on social media.

Mental Rental, which began streaming in January 2026, is a track whose addictive rhythm and wordplay leave a powerful impression.

Written specifically as the ending theme for the first cour of the anime Scum of the Brave, the song depicts facing oneself and searching for identity.

It’s a pop tune that will likely resonate deeply with those who feel out of place in modern society.

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My Hair is Bad – I’m Living Here

The rock band My Hair is Bad’s song “Koko de Kurashiteru yo,” released for streaming in January 2026, is a warm mid-tempo number that affirms taking it easy.

It was chosen as the theme song for the TV Asahi Friday Night Drama “Detective-san, Your Backpack Is Open.” The song portrays a heart swaying between a longing for a dazzling world and the modest yet cherished days of everyday life.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you need a breather or want to regain your own natural pace.

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SCANDAL『Girl is Ghost』 – Music Video

Formed in Kyobashi, Osaka in 2006, SCANDAL was recognized by Guinness World Records in August 2023 as the longest-running all-female rock band with the same members.

Released digitally in January 2026, this track is a rock tune that reflects the ever-evolving story of the band.

It connects the “ghost” imagery in the title with nighttime exhilaration and the impulse for self-renewal, elevating it into a thrilling, danceable sound.

It will resonate with anyone who wants to break through their current situation.

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WEST. – Aishū [Official Music Video]

Released in January 2026, this work was written as the theme song for the TV drama “All Because of You,” starring member Ryusei Fujii.

The sultry atmosphere that wafts in right from the intro perfectly matches the drama’s thrilling tale of love and hate.

The passionate vocals, which portray love transforming into obsession, are also striking.

It is also included on the album “One and Only,” released in March 2026.

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[DANCE VIDEO] Complete Victory Love & Good! / iLiFE!

“Complete Victory Love & Good!”, included on the EP Melomera released in January 2026, features an impressive, fast-paced sound that fuses rock and electro.

First performed with a full band setup at the Nippon Budokan show in August 2025, it sent the venue into a frenzy.

With lyrics themed around “victory” and “affirmation,” the song gives listeners a powerful push forward.

It’s sure to give you courage when you need it most in a decisive moment.