IHEARTJROCK airs live on Saturdays at 10 PM EST, featuring three hours of Japanese music, including jrock, jpop, and anime tunes, while celebrating Women’s History Month. Viewers can vote for their favorite female artists, with Sakurazaka46 in the lead. Upcoming birthday celebrations for Tomohisa Yamashita and Tsuyoshi Domoto are also announced.
DJ Silent announced on X that both hosts have been ill but are recovering. Consequently, there will be no live show this week; instead, an archive episode celebrating Yugo Kochi and Atsushi Sakurai’s birthdays will air. The show is broadcast on Saturdays at 10 PM on 103.3FM WXOJ-LP.
Mrs. GREEN APPLE released their new song “lulu.” as the opening theme for Season 2 of the anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, which premieres on January 16, 2026. The band’s frontman, Motoki Ohmori, expressed his excitement about the project, emphasizing themes of life and treasured memories. A surprise music video was also launched.
Rico Sasaki will release her album RI PATHOS on June 3, 2026, featuring ten new tracks that reflect her artistic journey and future. The limited first-press edition includes a bonus track, “Tezukuri no Uta,” which she authored. Digital releases will precede the album, starting with “Maru de Matryoshka.”
Maaya Sakamoto’s latest digital single “Tokei” will be available on December 28 and serves as the theme song for the final chapter of Fate/Grand Order. This emotional track, emphasizing hope for the future, showcases Sakamoto’s songwriting and composing skills and is supported by Ryo Eguchi’s arrangement, enhancing the series’ grand finale.
The Ultimate J-Rock & J-Pop Countdown, IHEARTJROCK, takes place tonight from 10 PM to 1 AM EST on 103.3FM WXOJ-LP, Northampton MA. The show features the top 50 spins of 2025, exclusive facts, commentary on each track, and a live chat. Don’t miss the celebration of the best J-Rock and J-Pop hits!
In 2025, IHEARTJROCK will celebrate the year’s best music with a special 3-hour recap show hosted by DJ Sakura666 on Dec 27th. The request page is currently closed but will reopen soon. Additionally, DJ Silent’s birthday celebration is scheduled for Jan 10th, inviting listeners to share memories and wishes.
嵐の歌声に感謝し、大野智を推している投稿者は、5人全員の嵐を愛している。リクエストとして、相葉雅紀が大好きなおじいちゃんに送った「夜空への手紙」という曲を希望している。
Aiba-chan is celebrated for his cheerful demeanor and dedication. On his birthday, a tribute is made by requesting Mr. FUNK, highlighting his spectacular concert performance and impressive rapping. The message conveys admiration and joy, emphasizing the positive impact Aiba-chan has on his fans. Happy Birthday, Aiba-chan!
On December 17, 2025, a new virtual artist named SHINO will debut with the digital single “EGO,” a hardcore EDM track. SHINO uniquely embodies both male and female personas, enhancing their performances. Following “EGO,” SHINO’s second single “SUSHI BOYS HERO” will be released on January 7, 2026.