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- [B'z Drops "FMP" on Streaming Services Ahead of Upcoming Album Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/10/30/bz-drops-fmp-on-streaming-services-ahead-of-upcoming-album-release/) - Japanese rock icons B'z have thrilled fans worldwide with the announcement of their early digital release of their latest single, "FMP," scheduled for Nov 1, 2025 on major streaming services. This surprise drop comes as anticipation builds for their upcoming studio album “FYOP”, giving listeners a tantalizing taste of what's to come. How to Listen
- [B'z Unleashes Their 23rd Album "FYOP" – A Sonic Celebration of 37 Years](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/10/06/bz-unleashes-their-23rd-album-fyop-a-sonic-celebration-of-37-years/) - Japanese rock legends B'z are back with a bang! On November 12, 2025, the iconic duo will release their long-awaited 23rd original album, titled "FYOP" (assumption: Follow Your Own Passion), marking their first studio album in three years. As they celebrate their 37th anniversary, "FYOP" promises to be a powerful blend of nostalgia, innovation, and musical mastery. What's Inside "FYOP"? The
- ["INTO THE BLUE" Featured in Citizen Watch Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/05/15/into-the-blue-featured-in-citizen-watch-commercials/) - The band has announced that their new song "INTO THE BLUE" will serve as the theme song for the Citizen Watch commercials featuring the limited "UNITE with BLUE" collection. The commercials start airing today with the watch collection going on sale on June 5. Check it out below!
- [New Song "Osorurunakare hai wa hai ni" To Be Theme Song to TBS Drama "IGNITE -hou no muhoumono-"](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/05/15/new-song-osorurunakare-hai-wa-hai-ni-to-be-theme-song-to-tbs-drama-ignite-hou-no-muhoumono/) - For the first time in 8 years, B'z is supplying a theme song to a TBS drama. The song is titled "Osorurunakare hai wa hai ni" ("Be ye not afraid, for ashes to ashes") and will start airing with the drama on TBS every Friday at 10PM from April 18, 2025 onwards. B'z comments on
- [B'z to Provide Theme Song "The IIIRD Eye" to Upcoming Lupin III Movie](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/05/15/bz-to-provide-theme-song-the-iiird-eye-to-upcoming-lupin-iii-movie/) - The band has announced that they are going to supply the theme song "The IIIRD Eye" to the upcoming Lupin III movie titled "LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE fujimi no ketsuzoku" (immortal bloodline). The movie will release in Japanese theatres on June 27, 2025. At the same time a teaser trailer featuring the song was
- [INABA/SALAS Releasing 3rd Album "ATOMIC CHIHUAHUA" February 26th!](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/01/28/inaba-salas-releasing-3rd-album-atomic-chihuahua-february-26th/) - Finally the cat is out of the bag! After rumors of Stevie and Koshi preparing some new tracks to tie in with the announced tour, the duo has announced the release of their upcoming 3rd studio album "ATOMIC CHIHUAHUA". The album will release on February 26th, just a couple of days prior to their 2025
- [B'z New Digital Single "Muchi" Releasing Jan 16](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/01/14/bz-new-digital-single-muchi-releasing-jan-16/) - Get ready to ignite your playlists with some new electrifying sound by B'z, as the legendary Japanese rock duo is all set to release their latest digital single "Muchi" on January 16, 2025. The track will be available for streaming on major platforms Spotify and Apple Music, making it easily accessible to fans worldwide. The
- [B'z Unleashes Excitement with "FMP" for Asahi Super Dry Campaign](https://www.offthelock.com/2024/12/31/bz-unleashes-excitement-with-fmp-for-asahi-super-dry-campaign/) - The legendary Japanese rock duo B'z has once again captured our attention with their latest song, "FMP" ("Follow My Passion"?), a fiery anthem that serves as the musical centerpiece for the new Asahi Super Dry campaign. Known for their electrifying sound and dynamic performances, B'z continues to push musical boundaries while perfectly aligning their energy
- [Surprise: INABA/SALAS TOUR 2025 "Never Goodbye Only Hello" Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2025/01/06/surprise-inaba-salas-tour-2025-never-goodbye-only-hello-announced/) - Get ready to welcome the musical fusion of rock legends! The iconic duo INABA/SALAS has just announced their 2025 tour schedule, titled "Never Goodbye Only Hello". In 2020, before their tour "the first of the last big tours" got canceled due to COVID, Koshi said "this could be our last tour" and this could be
- [Rumors Swirl: Could New INABA/SALAS Material Be on the Horizon?](https://www.offthelock.com/2024/12/31/rumors-swirl-could-new-inaba-salas-material-be-on-the-horizon/) - The music world is buzzing with excitement as speculation mounts over the possible release of a new album and accompanying tour from dynamic duo INABA/SALAS. The rumors ignited from a series of social media posts that have fans wondering if there’s more to the story. Stevie Salas, the celebrated guitarist and composer, has been fueling
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2025: The Anticipation Begins!](https://www.offthelock.com/2024/12/31/bz-live-gym-2025-the-anticipation-begins/) - The iconic Japanese rock duo B'z has just announced their much-anticipated return to the stage with B'z LIVE-GYM 2025! Fans around the world are buzzing with excitement, eager to see what the legendary band has in store for the next chapter of their unparalleled live tour legacy. The last time B'z hit the road for
- [B'z Release Digital Single "Illumination" and Tease New Song "Muchi"](https://www.offthelock.com/2024/10/22/bz-release-digital-single-illumination-and-tease-new-song-muchi/) - The band has released a new digital single on October 7. It is called "Illumination" which serves as the theme song for the NHK TV series "omusubi". A full no-credits version of the opening was posted to YouTube. The full version of the song can be found on your favorite music streaming service such as
- [2024 TMG Reunion is Official](https://www.offthelock.com/2024/03/10/2024-tmg-reunion-is-official/) - Tak Matsumoto Group is officially back! Their website "takmatsumotogroup.com" has relaunched under a new domain. To date, there is not much information on the website except their previous discography and an introduction to the members of TMG. What's important to note is that the website is both available in Japanese and in English. On the
- [Jack Blades teases new TMG Album in 2024](https://www.offthelock.com/2024/03/02/jack-blades-teases-new-tmg-album-in-2024/) - The last time Tak Matsumoto teamed up with Eric Martin and Jack Blades was in 2004 when they formed the supergroup "Tak Matsumoto Group" and released their album "TMG I". Now, in an interview with rockpages.gr, Jack Blades reveals that their second album is currently underway and will be officially announced in the coming weeks.
- [B'z "Dark Rainbow" Serves as Movie Theme Song](https://www.offthelock.com/2023/04/24/bz-dark-rainbow-serves-as-movie-theme-song/) - The band has announced today, that they will provide the theme song to the upcoming movie "omae no tsumi wo jihaku shiro" (English: Confess your sins) starring Shinichi Tsutsumi and Kento Nakajima. The song, titled "Dark Rainbow", is meant to depict "emotions rampaging against the darkness" to tie in with the movie's theme of the
- [Koshi to Provide Theme Song "Stray Hearts" to Upcoming Dorama "Anata ga Shitekurenakute mo"](https://www.offthelock.com/2023/03/21/koshi-to-provide-theme-song-stray-hearts-to-upcoming-dorama-anata-ga-shitekurenakute-mo/) - Koshi Inaba has announced that he is going to provide the theme song to an upcoming TV drama "Anata ga Shitekurenakute mo". The dorama is to air on Fuji TV every Thursday from April 13, 2023. The drama is based on the manga with the same name. The theme song "Stray Hearts" is meant to
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2023 ～en3.5～ Support Members & Live-Stream Info](https://www.offthelock.com/2023/01/29/koshi-inaba-live-2023-～en3-5～-support-members-live-stream-info/) - Koshi Inaba will hold his first pair of solo concerts ever since the pandemic started. Titled "Koshi Inaba LIVE 2023 ～en3.5～", the tour will encompass two shows at Yokohama Arena on February 1 and 2, 2023. The title seems to indicate that the shows are a step towards an upcoming ～en4～ including a new solo
- [Koshi Inaba Digital Single "BANTAM" Out Now!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2023/01/29/koshi-inaba-digital-single-bantam-out-now/) - On January 28, 2023 Koshi Inaba has released a new digital single titled "BANTAM". The single is available through streaming services world-wide and will be featured as the ending theme to the Japanese TV show "Sukkiri". A music video to tie in with the release was posted on YouTube as well. "BANTAM" premiered first during
- [Ticket Details For B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2023 -STARS- Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2023/01/15/ticket-details-for-bz-live-gym-pleasure-2023-stars-announced/) - As the ticket lottery for Vermillion Card holders (fanclub only) starts today, further details regarding the ticket tiers have been announced. In addition to the fanclub-exclusive SS-seat category, a new fanclub-exclusive ticket category will be added: Premium Seat. Furthermore, a new fanclub-exclusive seat category (similar to S-seat) was added for Vermillion Card holders: VC-seat. A
- [The Guitars of <i>DINOSAUR</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/03/the-guitars-of-dinosaur/) - With every new B'z release comes great anticipation from the guitar enthusiasts that follow the band due to the contributions of composer-guitarist Tak Matsumoto. Thanks to BARKS, we now have an in-depth look at the equipment utilized for the recording of the twentieth B'z studio album DINOSAUR released earlier this week. With regard to the
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI-</i> on Home Video March 13!!<br> <small>Studio Debut of Title Track Included on Bonus CD</small>](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/01/31/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-on-home-video-march-13-studio-debut-of-title-track-included-on-bonus-cd/) - The long-awaited release of B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- on home video has just been announced. The full finale concert will arrive on Blu-ray and DVD on March 13, 2019 for 8,800 yen. Pre-orders are now open from CDJapan or Amazon.co.jp on Blu-ray, or here and here on DVD. In addition to the main concert,
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2023 -STARS- Tour Schedule Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2023/01/01/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2023-stars-tour-schedule-announced/) - Beginning with the new year B'z have announced the schedule for their upcoming 35th anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2023 -STARS-. The tour kicks off on June 17th, 2023 at the Saga Arena in Saga. After hitting a few hall shows, the band moves on to stadium-grade shows such as Ajinomoto Stadium (Tokyo), Nissan Stadium
- [[UPDATE] B'z to provide new Detective Conan Opening](https://www.offthelock.com/2022/01/05/bz-to-provide-new-detective-conan-opening/) - Detective Conan and B'z have a long history of opening / ending as well as theme songs for movies. Today, the band has announced that their new song titled "SLEEPLESS" will serve as the opening song to Detective Conan starting January 8th, 2022. The song is likely to be featured on the to-be-announced 2022 studio
- [[UPDATE] B'z LIVE-GYM 2022 & New 2022 Studio Album Teased](https://www.offthelock.com/2021/12/25/bz-live-gym-2022-new-2022-studio-album-teased/) - B'z have streamed their most recent live concert "B'z presents LIVE FRIENDS" on December 24th, 2021. At the end of the stream, "LIVE-GYM 2022 Tour Confirmed!!" was shown on-screen followed by website updates shortly thereafter. Further details regarding the 2022 tour as well as the upcoming new studio album will be revealed in January. Stay
- [B'z New Song "Live" to Serve as Theme Song](https://www.offthelock.com/2021/12/26/bz-new-song-live-to-serve-as-theme-song/) - A few days ago, the band has announced that their new song "Live" will serve as the theme song to the upcoming Japanese movie "Usogui". The movie starring Ryusei Yokohama will hit theatres in Japan on February 11, 2022. The song is likely to be on B'z upcoming 2022 album. A short bit of the
- [New Concept Album "FRIENDS III" Releases December 8!](https://www.offthelock.com/2021/10/22/new-concept-album-friends-iii-releases-december-8/) - The previously teased "FRIENDS III" concept album has finally received a release date: December 8, 2021! After "FRIENDS II" made a departure from the concept to follow a narrative with its "AOR" concept, "FRIENDS III" returns to the original concept by telling a story throughout each of the seven tracks featured on the album. In
- [B'z Announce "B'z presents LIVE FRIENDS" & Tease "FRIENDS III" Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2021/10/17/bz-announce-bz-presents-live-friends-tease-friends-iii-album/) - Just as the band's most recent and first ever rock project "B'z presents UNITE #01" wraps up, B'z continues their activities by announcing a pair of live shows titled "B'z presents LIVE FRIENDS". The two in-person shows held at Tokyo Garden Theatre on November 16 and 17 will follow the "FRIENDS" motto under which B'z
- [B'z Releases New Song "UNITE" October 1st](https://www.offthelock.com/2021/09/17/bz-releases-new-song-unite-october-1st/) - B'z have announced that they will release a new song titled "UNITE" on October 1st. The new song will be available on streaming services as well as a digital single for download. The band has also released a teaser together with the announcement. The song ties into the Band's first rock project titled "B’z presents
- [Every B'z Single & Album Now Streaming WORLDWIDE on Spotify & More!](https://www.offthelock.com/2021/05/21/every-bz-single-album-now-streaming-worldwide-on-spotify/) - It's been a long wait, but B'z fans everywhere have reason to celebrate today: Virtually the entire catalogue of Japan's best-selling rock band is now streaming worldwide on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music! *Please note active subscriptions are required to listen to the full catalogue on the latter services. And not only can you
- [「B’z SHOWCASE 2020 -5 ERAS 8820-」Online Concerts Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2020/09/13/「bz-showcase-2020-5-eras-8820-」online-concerts-announced/) - B'z have this week announced their online concert event 「B’z SHOWCASE 2020 -5 ERAS 8820-」. This will be the first full online event to take place without an audience for the band. As indicated by the title, the online concert event will be a series of 5 concerts -- each dedicated to one of 5
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 -Whole Lotta NEW LOVE-</i> releasing on DVD & Blu-ray February 26, 2020!](https://www.offthelock.com/2020/01/17/bz-live-gym-2019-whole-lotta-new-love-releasing-on-dvd-blu-ray-february-26-2020/) - B'z has announced that their live tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 -Whole Lotta NEW LOVE- will release on DVD & Blu-ray on February 26, 2020! The home video release will feature the full show performed at Saitama Super Arena in July last year. This will mark the first official release of the new B'z song "Kimi
- [B'z: Taking Route 2020](https://www.offthelock.com/2020/01/17/bz-taking-route-2020/) - B'z have started their "route 2020" campaign for the year, by updating their website with a special design. The sign posts suggest that there are further announcements to come this year! And the distance between the sign posts could mean the time interval between individual announcements...? Or is B'z planning to do another U.S. tour
- [B'z Teases <i>Whole Lotta NEW LOVE</i> Home Video for 2020 Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2020/01/12/bz-teases-whole-lotta-new-love-home-video-for-2020-release/) - In a surprise announcement, B'z have revealed that their latest tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 -Whole Lotta NEW LOVE- is going to be released on home video in 2020. Details regarding the contents of the release are yet to be unveiled. The same goes for the release date. For the moment, you can enjoy a teaser
- [B'z New Year Message 2020: Solo Activities, Possible B'z Activities for Olympics](https://www.offthelock.com/2020/01/11/bz-new-year-message-2020-solo-activities-possible-bz-activities-for-olympics/) - A belated happy new year to everyone! As usual, B'z posted their new year message on the official fanclub website. In the video, Tak and Koshi recount their activities from last year, such as their new album, B'z tour and side activities. For 2020, Tak and Koshi have planned solo activities. INABA/SALAS will be returning
- [INABA/SALAS 2020 Tour Dates Announced + New Album Teased](https://www.offthelock.com/2020/01/12/inaba-salas-2020-tour-dates-announced-new-album-teased/) - Koshi is teaming up again with the almighty Stevie Salas, who was very keen to get back in the studio given the huge success that INABA/SALAS has been. INABA/SALAS will be returning for their second Japan-wide tour this year. The tour kicks off at Zepp Osaka Bayside in April, with the tour final being at
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 -Whole Lotta NEW LOVE- Setlist (6.8.2019)](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/06/08/bz-live-gym-2019-whole-lotta-new-love-setlist-6-8-2019/) - The 2019 LIVE-GYM "Whole Lotta NEW LOVE" has kicked off at Kagoshima Arena with the first of a full summer of shows. It was preceded by B'z SHOWCASE 2019 -Makaitenshow- earlier in the week with the same setlist. It's unknown how many songs will alternate through the tour but we will keep you updated! All
- [<i>NEW LOVE</i> Debuts at #1 with Increased Sales](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/06/03/new-love-debuts-at-1-with-increased-sales/) - The twenty-first B'z album NEW LOVE has debuted at the top of the Oricon charts with 207,000 physical copies. Though not led by a single (a first for them) and with the continued decline of physical sales for non-idol groups, the album outsold 2017's DINOSAUR and almost matched EPIC DAY without television appearances or extensive
- [B'z 21st Album <i>NEW LOVE</i> Out Now!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/05/30/bz-21st-album-new-love-out-now/) - The band has successfully released their 21st album, marking the start of a new era for B'z: New members, new touch, new sound. Just to be clear, though: B'z still sounds like B'z. As usual, B'z has released a message for their fans on the day of the album release: Extensive Interview with BARKS Following
- [Tak Seeking Whereabouts of Pink EVH Guitar Used in 90s [UPDATE]](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/04/27/tak-seeking-whereabouts-of-pink-evh-guitar-used-in-90s-update/) - As part of preparations for the ongoing B'z 30th Year exhibition "SCENES", B'z staff were tasked with gathering hundreds of artifacts from the band's history to present to the public. The staging follows the band's full career with props never before displayed, including the original lyric sheets for various songs such as "ultra soul" and
- [Now Available: A Special "Love Bomb" Lyric Video!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/02/now-available-a-special-love-bomb-lyric-video/) - Given the rising popularity of lyric videos in today's internet music culture, we decided to try our hand at creating one featuring a B'z song as official promotion for the recent North American releases. The song we decided to work with was the English tune "Love Bomb", itself being a new rendition of the 2005
- [B'z 21st Album <i>NEW LOVE</i> Out May 29, 2019!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/04/10/bz-21st-album-new-love-out-may-29-2019/) - Next month B'z will release their long-awaited twenty-first studio album with the title NEW LOVE. Billed as the next era for the band, the album sees new support members from the upcoming B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 shows and other guests joining recording for the first time. Notably, Robert Deleo of Stone Temple Pilots returns on bass
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 Venues Confirmed & New Support Members](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/01/24/bz-live-gym-2019-venues-confirmed-new-support-members/) - B'z have announced the details for their upcoming 2019 LIVE-GYM tour that will support their 2019 Studio Album. Because the album has not been fully announced, the title for the tour isn't available either. The tour will also mark the departures of the band's longtime support members: Shane Gaalaas on Drums (with the band since
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 Dates Teased [Update 03/01/2019]](https://www.offthelock.com/2019/01/01/bz-live-gym-2019-dates-teased/) - B'z LIVE-GYM 2019 Dates Teased
- [New Song "Tsuwamono, Hashiru" Featured in Rugby World Cup Ad](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/11/01/new-song-hei-hashiru-in-rugby-ad/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THElqWcXRGw The latest song from the to-be-revealed 2019 B'z Studio Album has been announced with the title "Tsuwamono, Hashiru" (or "Soldier, Run"). It is currently featured in a Lipovitan D energy drink ad campaign for the 2019 Rugby World Cup to be held in Japan. The song will be found on the album to be
- [Tak & Koshi Appear As Guest Performers at LOUDNESS Event](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/24/tak-koshi-appear-as-guest-performers-at-loudness-event/) - Tak Matsumoto and Koshi Inaba appeared as scheduled for the September 24 concert for another Japanese rock band, LOUDNESS. The two have been associated for years and featured on each other's works for a long time including their bassist Masayoshi Yamashita performing with Tak on his 2016 solo tour The Voyage. In a 2013 special
- [New Song "WOLF" Featured in <i>Suits</i> Japan Remake](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/10/09/new-song-wolf-featured-in-suits-japan-remake/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ee6creIRFNs Another all-new B'z song titled “WOLF” will be used in the Japanese series Suits as the theme song. The drama, a remake of the U.S. series by the same title, had its first airing October 8 on Fuji TV with the song playing at the end. No release date is announced for the song
- [New Song "Majestic" Featured in Pocky Commercial](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/01/new-song-majestic-featured-in-pocky-commercial/) - An all-new B'z song entitled "Majestic" is now serving as the theme to a new Glico Japan Pocky commercial, depicting the parent-child relationship of the fictional Akai family, with Pocky as its main focus. The commercial will begin airing in Japan from September 4, 2018. An Instagram account has also been created, showcasing the daily
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (09.22.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/22/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-09-22-2018/) - B'z wraps with B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- with two dates in Tokyo's Ajinomoto Stadium. The band talked about their experiences in the past 30 years, starting from their first live performance in 1989 and guitarist Tak Matsumoto mentioning how thankful they are to B'z fans throughout all these years. Two more T-shirts were produced
- [B’z Pleasure in Hawaii Setlist (09.29.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/29/bz-pleasure-in-hawaii-setlist-09-29-2018/) - B'z have wrapped up their 30th year with a pair of fanclub-only performances in Hawaii. The show was performed over two days at two separate venues with the second also being streamed live to Japanese theaters. The eighteen-song setlist included fan favorites from the anniversary tour that completed its run a week earlier but reshuffled.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (09.09.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/09/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-09-09-2018/) - B'z continues their latest tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- with three dates in Aichi Prefecture's Toyota Stadium. On the first day (September 6) of the Toyota Stadium performance, one song in the encore portion was cut. Vocalist Koshi Inaba apologized on stage, stating "I'm sorry I'm not in perfect condition". On the second day
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (07.14.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/07/14/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-07-14-2018/) - B'z have kicked off their 30th anniversary commemorative tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- last Saturday. The first show took place in Okinawa at the Okinawa Convention Center, with a one-off B'z SHOWCASE 2018 -The Wall Of Rock- taking place 5 days prior at Ishigaki City Hall, serving as a warm-up to the main tour.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (07.22.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/07/22/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-07-22-2018/) - B'z continues their tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI-, with two performances this weekend in Shizuoka at Ecopa Arena. The full setlist for today's performance is posted below to avoid spoilers for those attending the shows, along with tallies on when each song was last played live. B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist [July 22,
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (08.05.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/08/06/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-08-05-2018/) - B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- has been progressing well, with B'z holding two performances this weekend in Yokohama at Nissan Stadium. Several notable additions and changes have been made to the live performances this week. The full setlist for today's performance along with changes to the setlist is posted below, to avoid spoilers for those
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (09.01.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/01/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-09-01-2018/) - B'z continues their tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI-, with two performances this weekend in Fukuoka at Fukuoka Yahuoku! Dome. On the first day of the Fukuoka Yahuoku! Dome performance, vocalist Koshi Inaba needed to take a 10 minute break before performing the third song in the setlist, due to irregularities with his voice which
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Setlist (09.02.2018)](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/09/02/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-setlist-09-02-2018/) - B'z performed on the second day in Fukuoka at Fukuoka Yahuoku! Dome, as part of their tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- which is approaching its finale later this month. On the second of the Fukuoka Yahuoku! Dome performance, due to persisting issues with vocalist Koshi Inaba's voice, two songs were cut from the setlist.
- [<i>LIVE DINOSAUR</i> Home Video Released & B'z Message Translated!](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/07/03/live-dinosaur-home-video-released-bz-message-translated/) - Today is the release of B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" on home video! As can be seen above, we have translated the band's customary release message and archived it for those interested. Both DVD & Blu-ray editions are now available from the following retailers. Order the DVD Edition: CDJapan / Amazon.co.jp Order the Blu-ray Edition:
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Tour Goods Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/06/30/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-tour-goods-announced/) - The tour merchandise for B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- has just been revealed! Prices are much the same as before, with all variety of shirts coming in at 2,700 yen, the themed brochure at 3,000 yen, and numerous trinkets ranging from 600 to 2,000 yen. Additional gacha dispenser items are also available, ranging from throwback
- [<i>B'z: The Chronicle</i> Book Due Out for 30th Anniversary](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/06/29/bz-the-chronicle-book-due-out-for-30th-anniversary/) - The fourth in a long-term series of B'z books about their history, this time entitled B'z: The Chronicle, has just been announced. The release, written by Akira Saeki, comes in a special edition including a limited postcard print and a standard retail version. Both editions come packed with exclusive photos shot for the occasion, exclusive
- [<i>LIVE DINOSAUR</i> Blu-ray & DVD Commercial On-Air! [UPDATE]](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/06/24/live-dinosaur-blu-ray-dvd-commercial-on-air/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ2xW-NXWeg The first promotional material for B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" on Blu-ray & DVD has just been aired on Japanese television. As shown above, the commercial utilizes the audio from "Akai Kawa" in its debut appearance on home video. As previously reported, both the two-disc DVD and single disc Blu-ray packages will be available
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2018 -The Wall Of Rock- Scheduled for July 2, 2018!](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/06/24/bz-showcase-2018-the-wall-of-rock-scheduled-for-july-2-2018/) - It has just been announced that B'z SHOWCASE 2018 -The Wall Of Rock- will serve as the warmup to the upcoming thirtieth anniversary tour! The show will take place on the island of Ishigaki at Ishigaki City Hall and, as is typically the case with SHOWCASE events, is an area not frequented by the band
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- Tour Logo Unveiled](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/05/29/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-hinotori-tour-logo-unveiled/) - B'z have just released the logo proper for the upcoming thirtieth anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI-. As expected due to its translation of "Phoenix", the motif of the song is present in the image that will form the tone of the show and its tour goods which will be unveiled within the week
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 Tour Title Announced: "HINOTORI"!](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/04/09/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-tour-title-announced-hinotori/) - The thirtieth anniversary tour, B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018, finally has a title: HINOTORI. Translating to "Phoenix", this is the first time in which a mainline B'z tour has included a Japanese word in its title. Given the precedent in both 2008 and 2013, one could reasonably expect a new song entitled "HINOTORI" to be included
- [First Preview of New Song "HINOTORI" & Exhibition Thank You!](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/06/17/first-preview-of-new-song-hinotori-exhibition-thank-you/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea3CkmL_m30 B'z have just posted a video entitled "Thank you all for coming to B'z 30th Year Exhibition" which features a preview of new song "HINOTORI"! The song, whose title serves as the basis to B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI-, is being unveiled in the video for the first time. As part of the exhibit
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR"</i> on DVD & Blu-ray July 4, 2018!](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/05/22/bz-live-gym-2017-2018-live-dinosaur-on-dvd-blu-ray-july-4-2018/) - Some five months after the close of the tour, we finally have confirmation of the first release for the B'z 30th year commemoration: B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" on DVD & Blu-ray! Their most recent tour, the eighteen-date stand featured all but one song from the titular twentieth studio album DINOSAUR alongside a slew of classics
- [Ranking Every B'z Song's Chances for Pleasure 2018](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/05/30/ranking-every-bz-songs-chances-for-pleasure-2018/) - B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 -HINOTORI- will serve to commemorate the band's thirtieth anniversary on the music scene and will culminate with a pair of performances to mark the exact date, on September 21 and 22. This is their tenth Pleasure outing in all—a moniker given to non-album tours that essentially serve the purpose of playing
- [B'z Double Feature Screening in Japanese Theaters This Summer](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/05/24/bz-double-feature-screening-in-japanese-theaters-this-summer/) - As part of the band's 30th anniversary exhibition, "SCENES", fans were given the opportunity to attend screenings of two presentations: B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B’z In Home Town- and Behind the Scene: The 29th Year. The former tracks Tak and Koshi as they perform in both of their hometowns as part of B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z
- [Ten Years On: B'z as Guinness World Record Holders](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/05/24/ten-years-on-bz-as-guinness-world-record-holders/) - On March 12, 2008, coinciding with their twentieth anniversary year, B'z were awarded a Guinness World Record for "Best selling album act in Japan" bearing the commendation: The best selling album act in Japan is a hard rock duo B'z (Japan) who has sold more than 42 million albums by 2008. They have also sold
- [B'z x Apple: When Steve Jobs Used B'z to Launch iTunes Japan](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/16/bz-x-apple-when-steve-jobs-used-bz-to-launch-itunes-japan/) - With the impending release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX and its massive 53-disc set on the horizon, it seemed only fitting that we take a look back at the very first time that B'z attempted such a collection, all the way back in 2005. Apple's iTunes service has long been known as the for-bearer and
- [B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018 Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/02/04/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2018-announced/) - B'z have just wrapped up the final date of B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" in Osaka with a surprise announcement taking place straight after the members left the stage — an upcoming Pleasure tour! The band's official website has also been updated with the dates of B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2018, with a two-day special fan
- [Analog Vinyl LPs of All 20 B'z Studio Albums Available Exclusively at 30th Anniversary Exhibition](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/03/26/analog-vinyl-lps-of-all-20-bz-studio-albums-available-exclusively-at-30th-anniversary-exhibition/) - In commemoration of B'z 30th anniversary, it has been announced that all twenty original studio albums will be available on analog vinyl LPs for a limited print run. For the duration of the exhibition, they will be sold exclusively at the venue where B'z 30th anniversary exhibition "SCENES" is held. The FAQ reveals that select
- [New Tak Matsumoto Les Paul in June & Koshi Harmonica Reissued](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/03/29/new-tak-matsumoto-gibson-les-paul-signature-releasing-in-june-2018/) - Tak Matsumoto Gibson Les Paul Reissue Inbound As hypothesized previously, it has today been announced that the Gibson Custom Tak Matsumoto Les Paul Standard Canary Yellow 2018 is being released as part of the thirty B'z 30th Year promotions. The guitar is a reissue of his very first produced by the prestigious Gibson Custom Shop from
- [Gibson to Release Reissued Tak Matsumoto Signature Les Paul?](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/02/06/gibson-to-release-new-tak-matsumoto-signature-les-paul/) - In recent live appearances, including those for television and as part of B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR", Tak Matsumoto has utilized a litany of guitars from his massive collection. This includes several of his signature models from the Gibson Custom Shop, but an inclusion that caught particular attention was what appeared to be the 1999
- [B'z x WOWOW Special Program to Start Airing in April](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/03/20/bz-x-wowow-special-program-to-start-airing-in-april/) - Japanese pay-TV channel WOWOW is going to air a series of B'z specials starting from April 12, 2018 to commemorate the band's 30th anniversary. The first in the series to air on April 12 will feature the band's history from their debut in 1988 to the year just before their 15th anniversary -- 2002. In
- [Tak to Add Cover for <i>SUPER GUITAR DISNEY</i> Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/03/05/tak-to-add-cover-for-super-guitar-disney-album/) - It has been revealed that Tak Matsumoto will be headlining a new themed collaboration album titled SUPER GUITAR DISNEY. The release will feature guitar heavyweights from all eras, including Paul Gilbert, Zakk Wylde, Richie Kotzen, and Jeff Watson. All will be covering seminal Disney theme songs in their own style, with Tak himself tackling "When
- [<i>Burnout Paradise Remastered</i> To Feature English B'z Song "FRICTION"](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/02/20/burnout-paradise-remastered-to-feature-english-bz-song-friction/) - Racing video game Burnout Paradise by Electronic Arts will soon be re-released in remastered form for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The original version of the game, released ten years ago in January 2008, featured a celebrated soundtrack that included "Paradise City" by Guns N' Roses as its opening theme. Portions of the soundtrack
- [Mr. Big & B'z Guest Drummer Pat Torpey Dead at 64](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/02/09/mr-big-bz-guest-drummer-pat-torpey-dead-at-64/) - Drumming icon Pat Torpey of Mr. Big fame passed away on February 7, 2018 from complications of Parkinson's disease. Torpey had been battling the disease for several years and was eventually rendered without the ability to play the instrument, though through his bandmate's insistence he took on a percussion role for tour dates thereafter and
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" Filmed in Saitama](https://www.offthelock.com/2018/01/25/bz-live-gym-2017-2018-live-dinosaur-filmed-in-saitama/) - Fans that attended the band's January 14 LIVE-GYM show at the Saitama Super Arena were greeted with an announcement as they entered that the show would be filmed. This was the second of two shows at the venue, with the band performing the same setlist on both nights as well as wearing the same on-stage
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" Setlist (12.31.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/30/bz-live-gym-2017-2018-live-dinosaur-setlist-12-30-2017-12-31-2017/) - Just three days ago, B'z cut short a show at FM802 ROCK FESTIVAL RADIO CRAZY 2017 due to illness affecting Koshi's throat as covered in a previous report. Today, the band have returned to the live stage in strong form at Nagoya Dome with a complete showing. Following the earlier cancellation, fans on Japanese social
- [B'z Show at FM802 ROCK FESTIVAL Cut Short Due to Illness](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/29/bz-show-at-fm802-rock-festival-cut-short-due-to-illness/) - The B'z appearance at FM802 ROCK FESTIVAL RADIO CRAZY 2017 yesterday was cut short due to illness. Koshi Inaba took the stage with the band as scheduled, but a hoarse throat led to a change of plans. The festival appearance was only set to run for fifty minutes, yet after the second song, Koshi signaled
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" Setlist (12.14.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/14/bz-live-gym-2017-2018-live-dinosaur-setlist-12-14-2017/) - B'z have just kicked off their latest tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" in support of latest studio album DINOSAUR! The first show took place in Hokkaido at the Hokkaido Prefectural Sports Center. The tour will run through a February 4, 2018 date in Osaka. The full setlist is posted below to avoid spoilers for
- [B'z 30th Year Beginning with Tokyo Exhibition, Anniversary Tie-ins](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/12/bz-30th-year-beginning-with-tokyo-exhibition-anniversary-tie-ins-inbound/) - To commemorate their thirtieth year on the music scene, a large-scale B'z exhibition titled "SCENES" will be held in Tokyo and feature memorabilia spanning their entire career. The exhibition will be split into two halves: a first term covering 1988-2002 and a second half covering 2003-2018. In addition to original stage costumes worn at the
- ["LIVE DINOSAUR" Tour Good Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/12/live-dinosaur-tour-good-announced/) - The tour goods for B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" have been revealed! The usual range of T-shirts, towels, and smart phone accessories are all accounted for and preserved below. The tour proper kicks off on December 14 in Hokkaido and runs through a three-night date at Kyocera Dome Osaka in February. A home video of the tour
- [7-Eleven presents B'z PREMIUM LIVE at Zepp Osaka Bayside (12.05.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/07/7-eleven-presents-bz-premium-live-at-zepp-osaka-bayside-12-05-2017/) - The second of two premium live concerts held as part of a 7-Eleven promotion has just wrapped in Japan. The show, which took place at the newly-minted Zepp Osaka Bayside, was identical to Tuesday's appearance—with one older single making its first appearance since 2012! Also, two songs switched places in the setlist. To avoid potential
- [B'z Performing "Itsuka no Merry Christmas", "Still Alive" on CDTV](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/10/bz-performing-itsuka-no-merry-christmas-and-still-alive-on-cdtv-xmas-special/) - It has just been announced that in two weeks, on Christmas Day, B'z will be performing on CDTV Special! Christmas Music Festival 2017. The nearly four-hour program will feature a variety of artists including not only B'z but BoA, Kana Nishino, and Back Number with more to be announced soon. The band will be showcasing
- [B'z Appearing at FM802 ROCK FESTIVAL RADIO CRAZY 2017](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/07/bz-appearing-at-fm802-rock-festival-radio-crazy-2017/) - Along with a litany of radio promotions surrounding the release, B'z will soon make another festival-sized live appearance at FM802 ROCK FESTIVAL RADIO CRAZY 2017 on December 28. The two day event will see B'z performing on the first day alongside Alexandros, 9mm Parabellum Bullet, Monoeyes, and back number amongst several others. The show will
- [B'z Perform "Ichibu to Zenbu" & "Still Alive" on <i>FNS Music Festival</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/07/bz-perform-ichibu-to-zenbu-still-alive-on-fns-music-festival/) - B'z have just wrapped up their appearance on the 2017 FNS Music Festival aired on Fuji TV in Japan. The event, which will continue with a second day next week, sees artists perform more than once over the course of the evening. B'z first appeared on the stage to perform the modern megahit "Ichibu to
- [B'z Score 17th Straight #1 Studio Album with <i>DINOSAUR</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/07/bz-score-17th-straight-1-studio-album-with-dinosaur/) - The latest B'z studio album DINOSAUR, released just last week, has ranked in at first on the Weekly Oricon Albums chart. The final sales tally proved to exceed expectations with 201,358 physical copies sold—only a four percent decrease from the results garnered by 2015's EPIC DAY. Initial estimates had the album moving under 200,000 copies
- [B'z Rock <i>Best Artist 2017</i> with "Still Alive"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/29/bz-rock-best-artist-2017-with-still-alive/) - B'z have just wrapped up their appearance on Nippon TV's Best Artist 2017 program with the debut television performance of "Still Alive". The appearance comes on the eve of the release for their twentieth studio album DINOSAUR. The band appeared for a brief interview beforehand prior to a video package being run featuring footage from
- [7-Eleven presents B'z PREMIUM LIVE at Zepp Tokyo (12.05.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/05/7-eleven-presents-bz-premium-live-at-zepp-tokyo-12-05-2017/) - After a brief hiatus following B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- to finalize recording on DINOSAUR, B'z have returned to the live stage with tonight's 7-Eleven presents B'z PREMIUM LIVE at Zepp Tokyo! The intimate venue's capacity is just over 2,700 and was last played during B'z SHOWCASE 2007 -19-. Entry to the show
- [B'z Featured in Cover Story for Relaunched <i>Rolling Stone Japan</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/12/04/bz-featured-in-cover-story-for-relaunched-rolling-stone-japan/) - It has just been announced that B'z will appear in a cover story for Rolling Stone Japan's relaunch issue. The story will center on readers' topics, their latest album DINOSAUR, and the creative secrets therein. The magazine will hit shelves later this month on Christmas Day in Japan. B'z previously appeared in the December 2009
- [<i>DINOSAUR</i> Debuts at the Top of Oricon Daily Chart](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/30/dinosaur-debuts-at-the-top-of-oricon/) - B'z have returned with their latest studio album DINOSAUR and have done so at the top of the Oricon charts. First day data shows 107,723 physical copies sold as pre-orders. The numbers are in line with the first day sales of recent studio albums ACTION (109,680), C'mon (111,549), and EPIC DAY (118,540) despite the decreased
- [B'z ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2017 DIGEST Video Now Available!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/24/bz-rock-in-japan-festival-2017-digest-video-now-available/) - Next week's release of the next B'z studio album DINOSAUR will come in three editions: a CD only version as well as DVD and Blu-ray editions. Those sporting bonus video discs feature their full appearance at ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2017. The eleven-song appearance ran just over an hour and featured many of their staple
- [B'z "CHAMP" Music Video Now Available!"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/23/bz-champ-music-video-now-available/) - On the verge of the new studio album DINOSAUR coming November 29, B'z have made available a full music video for album song "CHAMP". An excerpt from the video was previously included in the album commercial that began airing recently. Best of all is that the video also samples live footage of the song from
- [Carmine Appice Mentions B'z in Interview](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/01/07/carmine-appice-mentions-bz-in-interview/) - American rock drummer Carmine Appice was recently interviewed by the Examiner and when asked a question about Japan, he mentioned one very particular band... Ray Shasho: There are so many legendary rock bands from the 70’s that are having more success overseas these days … especially in Japan. Carmine Appice: “Japan has their own domestic
- [The Storied History of B'z and Aerosmith: <br><small>When the Top Rock Bands in Japan and America Come Together</small>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/14/the-storied-history-of-bz-and-aerosmithwhen-the-top-rock-bands-in-japan-and-america-came-together/) - Longform article on the time American's top rock band Aerosmith joined forces with Japan's foremost rockers in a legendary, one-of-a-kind show.
- [<i>DINOSAUR</i> Commercial Now Airing (With Koshi as Narrator?)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/17/dinosaur-commercial-now-airing-with-koshi-as-narrator/) - The first television commercial for the upcoming B'z studio album DINOSAUR is now on air. The ad features new footage of an apparent music video for album song "CHAMP" and recent single "Still Alive". Its original premiere came during a recent episode of the anime series Detective Conan. B'z have provided the series numerous theme
- [B'z to Provide Theme Song to Upcoming Game <i>Dynasty Warriors 9</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/17/bz-to-provide-theme-song-to-upcoming-game-dynasty-warriors-9/) - Further information regarding B'z upcoming 20th studio album DINOSAUR has been unveiled. The track "King Of The Street" off the new album will serve as the theme song to the Japanese release of upcoming hack and slash game Dynasty Warriors 9 as it is titled in the west (the game is to be published as
- [B'z to Perform on <i>2017 FNS Music Festival</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/17/bz-to-perform-on-2017-fns-music-festival/) - On December 6, B'z will perform on the first night of Fuji TV's 2017 FNS Music Festival. It is unknown which song they will perform as of the initial announcement. Other popular Japanese acts such as Mai Kuraki, TOKIO and Arashi are also scheduled to make an appearance on the same night.
- [B'z to Perform on <i>Best Artist 2017</i>, "Dinosaur" as <i>Geostorm</i> Film Theme](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/13/bz-to-perform-on-best-artist-2017-dinosaur-as-geostorm-film-theme/) - On November 28, one day prior to the release of twentieth studio album DINOSAUR, B'z will perform on NTV's Best Artist 2017. It is unknown which song they will perform as of the initial announcement. Other popular Japanese acts such as Arashi and AKB48 will be taking the stage the same night. Additionally, the title
- [B'z "Dinosaur" Music Video Now Available!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/13/bz-dinosaur-music-video-now-available/) - As everyone expected, a promotional video of some form for the upcoming album DINOSAUR was inevitable, and today we have it with the debut of a full-length music video for album opener "Dinosaur"! It had been everyone's hope that the titular track, which was naturally speculated to be the song featured in the 30th anniversary
- [B'z NEWS ZERO "Zero Culture" Interview Now Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/21/bz-news-zero-interview-now-subtitled/) - Earlier this year, B'z gave NTV program NEWS ZERO their first sitdown interview for a non-music program in seven years. Today, we are pleased to present the full segment subtitled for your enjoyment. Several topics are covered, such as their motivations and approach to working together, as well as Koshi's interest in Rakugo. For those
- [Now Available: A Full Length "This Love" Lyric Video!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/13/now-available-a-full-length-this-love-lyric-video/) - Today we are making available a lyric video for the B'z cover of "This Love" originally by Maroon 5. The song has been rewritten in Japanese around a similar theme whilst incorporating some of the original's lyrics with a guitar solo added. This is also the first time this version of the song has been
- [B'z New Studio Album <i>DINOSAUR</i> : Track Order Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/10/31/bz-new-studio-album-dinosaur-track-order-revealed/) - Next month, B'z will release their long-anticipated twentieth studio album: DINOSAUR. The thirteen-track album features both A-sides from this year's number-one single "Seimei/Still Alive" alongside the 7-Eleven commercial tie-in "CHAMP"—all three of which were performed as part of B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town-. Today, the band have finalized the track listing for the
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" Logo Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/11/13/bz-live-gym-2017-2018-live-dinosaur-logo-revealed/) - A long-awaited update on the official website has given us our first glimpse at B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" in the form of the tour's logo. The tour kicks off in Hokkaido on December 14 and will span eighteen total shows. The finale will come at Kyocera Dome Osaka in mid February over three nights and may be the
- [<big>B'z New Album <i>DINOSAUR</i> Out November 29!</big><br>LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 "LIVE DINOSAUR" Confirmed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/20/bz-new-album-dinosaur-out-november-29bz-live-gym-2017-live-dinosaur-confirmed/) - Over two full years have passed since the release of the band's nineteenth studio album EPIC DAY, and now, we finally have the title of the long-teased follow-up! The new album, titled DINOSAUR, is launching in two months with a release date of November 29, 2017! The announcement and a tease of what is to
- [<big>B'z New Album <i>DINOSAUR</i> Details Announced!</big><br>Cover Art, Track Listing, Limited Editions Revealed & Pre-Orders Open](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/10/13/bz-new-album-dinosaur-details-announcedcover-art-track-listing-limited-editions-revealed/) - The twentieth B'z studio album DINOSAUR is set for release on November 29, 2017. Today, we have the first round of release details including the cover art, the songs that will make up its track listing, and what will be included in its limited editions! Cover Art Track Listing (※Order Not Yet Determined) ・Dinosaur ・Seimei —
- [Koshi Inaba InterFM Radio Interview Now Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/25/koshi-inaba-interfm-radio-interview-now-subtitled/) - As previously covered in an earlier update, Koshi Inaba recently made a public appearance at HMV&BOOKS in the Shibuya Modi department store for a special radio interview. Today, as a holiday surprise, we have subtitled the entire 27-minute interview for all to enjoy. Because the program was a radio broadcast and we wanted to present
- [B'z Loud-Gym September Report & Second Event Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/24/bz-loud-gym-september-report-second-event-revealed/) - As previously announced at the end of July, the first ever B'z Loud-Gym—a monthly fan-centric meetup at numerous clubs and bars around Japan—will continue meeting monthly at various venues around Japan. At each gathering, specially-tailored live footage will be showcased for attendees. The theme for the second gathering will be "IN YOUR TOWN NIGHT", but
- [New Countdown Appears on Official Website for 29th Anniversary](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/20/new-countdown-appears-on-official-website-for-29th-anniversary/) - A new countdown has appeared on the official B'z website in place of the splash page previously used for the video vignettes. It is set for midnight, September 21, Japanese Standard Time.
- [B'z History Vignette: "2016"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/19/bz-history-vignette-2016/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2016, covers Koshi Inaba solo single "Hane", Tak Matsumoto solo album enigma, and B'z
- [B'z History Vignette: "2015"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/18/bz-history-vignette-2015/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2015, covers "Uchouten", EPIC DAY, and "RED" and can be viewed below:
- [B'z History Vignette: "2014"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/17/bz-history-vignette-2014/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2014, covers Tak Matsumoto's solo album New Horizon and Koshi Inaba's solo album Singing
- [B'z History Vignette: "2013"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/16/bz-history-vignette-2013/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2013, covers B'z The Best XXV 1988-1998, B'z The Best XXV 1999-2012, and the
- [B'z to Appear on <i>Music Station Ultra FES 2017</i> *UPDATED*](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/16/bz-to-appear-on-music-station-ultra-fes-2017/) - UPDATE (6/19): The official Music Station website has been updated with the songs each artist will be performing. B'z will almost certainly be performing at the end of the show as is custom and will be performing "Seimei" and "ultra soul". It has just been announced that B'z will be appearing on Music Station Ultra
- [B'z History Vignette: "2012"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/15/bz-history-vignette-2012/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2012, covers "GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku-", the band's self-titled English album
- [Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho Playing Warm-Up Gig in Los Angeles](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/14/tak-matsumoto-daniel-ho-playing-warm-up-gig-in-los-angeles/) - At the end of July, it was offically confirmed that Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho would be reteaming for a show at the Aratani Theater in Los Angeles for their tour Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho Live! 2017 -Electric Island, Acoustic Sea-. The show is set for a little under a month away on October
- [B'z History Vignette: "2011"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/14/bz-history-vignette-2011/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2011, covers "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo", "Don't Wanna Lie", C'mon, Tak Matsumoto's
- [B'z History Vignette: "2010"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/13/bz-history-vignette-2010/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2010, covers live tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't No Magic" (as there were no
- [B'z History Vignette: "2009"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/12/bz-history-vignette-2009/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2009, covers "Ichibu to Zenbu/DIVE", "MY LONELY TOWN", and MAGIC and can be viewed
- [B'z History Vignette: "2008"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/11/bz-history-vignette-2008/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2008, covers "BURN -Fumetsu no Face-", B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure", and B'z The
- [B'z History Vignette: "2007"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/10/bz-history-vignette-2007/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2007, covers "Eien no Tsubasa", "SUPER LOVE SONG", the band's induction to Hollywood's RockWalk,
- [B'z History Vignette: "2006"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/09/bz-history-vignette-2006/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2006, covers "Shoudou", "Yuruginai Mono Hitotsu", "SPLASH!", and MONSTER and can be viewed below:
- [B'z History Vignette: "2005"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/08/bz-history-vignette-2005/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2005, covers "Ai no Bakudan", THE CIRCLE, "OCEAN", and B'z The Best "Pleasure II"
- [B'z History Vignette: "2004"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/07/bz-history-vignette-2004/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2004, covers "BANZAI", TMG (Tak Matsumoto Group)'s TMG I, Koshi Inaba's KI & Peace
- [B'z History Vignette: "2003"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/06/bz-history-vignette-2003/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2003, covers "IT'S SHOWTIME!!", "Yasei no ENERGY", BIG MACHINE and can be viewed below:
- [B'z History Vignette: "2002"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/05/bz-history-vignette-2002/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2002, covers "Atsuki Kodou no Hate", GREEN, The Ballads ~Love & B'z~ and features
- [B'z History Vignette: "2001"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/04/bz-history-vignette-2001/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2001, covers "ultra soul", "GOLD", and most notably features the first footage from B'z
- [B'z History Vignette: "2000"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/09/01/bz-history-vignette-2000/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 2000, covers "Konya Tsuki no Mieru Oka ni", B'z The "Mixture", "May", "juice", "RING",
- [<i>B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX</i> Released!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/30/bz-complete-single-box-released/) - Two months after its unveiling, the "Black Edition" of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX is now available! The mammoth collection compiles fifty-three specially-pressed and newly-designed discs, covering all of the band's singles through "Seimei/Still Alive". Naturally, this also features all of their accompanying B-sides, with many of them being collected on a compilation album for the
- [B'z History Vignette: "1999"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/31/bz-history-vignette-1999/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1999, covers "girigiri chop" and Brotherhood and can be viewed below:
- [B'z History Vignette: "1998"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/30/bz-history-vignette-1998/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1998, covers "Samayoeru Aoi Dangan", "HOME", B'z The Best "Pleasure", and B'z The Best
- [INABA/SALAS at SUMMER SONIC SHANGHAI 2017 (08.26)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/26/inabasalas-at-summer-sonic-shanghai-2017-08-26/) - What is expected to be the finale for Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas's CHUBBY GROOVE promotions has at last wrapped with a performance at SUMMER SONIC SHANGHAI 2017. While this is Koshi's first performance in China proper, it is not his first time working in Asia outside of Japan. In 2001, B'z performed two Pleasure-themed
- [B'z History Vignette: "1997"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/29/bz-history-vignette-1997/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1997, covers "FIREBALL", "Calling", "Liar! Liar!" and SURVIVE and can be viewed below:
- [B'z History Vignette: "1996"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/28/bz-history-vignette-1996/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1996, covers "Mienai Chikara ~INVISIBLE ONE~/MOVE", "Real Thing Shakes", and FRIENDS II and
- [B'z History Vignette: "1995"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/25/bz-history-vignette-1995/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1995, covers "Negai", "love me, I love you", "LOVE PHANTOM", and LOOSE and
- [B'z History Vignette: "1994"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/25/bz-history-vignette-1994/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1994, covers "Don't Leave Me", The 7th Blues, and "MOTEL" and can be
- [<i>B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX</i> "Black Edition" TV-Spot Video](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/28/bz-complete-single-box-black-edition-tv-spot-video/) - The official B'z YouTube channel has just released a TV-Spot compilation of what fans can expect from B'z COMPLETE SONG BOX's Black Edition when it releases later this week on August 30. The premium mega-collection compiles 53 newly-packaged discs containing all of the band's singles to date including B-sides, along with live performances of every
- [INABA/SALAS with MIYAVI & Made in Asia (08.23)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/25/inabasalas-with-miyavi-made-in-asia-08-23/) - Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas's mini-reunion for their CHUBBY GROOVE promotions continue with a triple billing alongside visual kei icon Miyavi and J-rockers Made in Asia. The latter features Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ and Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ~enIII~ supporting guitarist Duran on guitar. Luckily, the setlist is an expanded and unique version of
- [The Origin of the Name <b>"B'z"</b>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/04/the-origin-of-the-name-bz/) - One of the more curious oddities in B'z lore and its accompanying fandom is the origin of the name "B'z". A great many explanations have been proffered over the years (including both competing and supporting explanations by Tak and Koshi themselves in various interviews after being asked the question innumerable times). As many now no
- [B'z History Vignette: "1993"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/22/bz-history-vignette-1993/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1993, covers "Ai no Mama ni Wagamama ni Boku wa Kimi Dake wo
- [B'z Loud-Gym First Event Theme: "GREETING NIGHT"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/22/bz-loud-gym-first-event-theme-greeting-night/) - As previously announced at the end of July, the first ever B'z Loud-Gym—a monthly fan-centric meetup at numerous clubs and bars around Japan—will take place next month on September 21. Its theme will be "GREETING NIGHT". The first details of what will be shown have just been revealed for the first time and will be
- [INABA/SALAS at SUMMER SONIC 2017 (08.19 & 08.20)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/21/inabasalas-at-summer-sonic-2017-08-19-08-20/) - Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas have just wrapped up two shows in Japan with their double showing at SUMMER SONIC 2017. The pair of shows took place on August 19 and 20 in Osaka and Tokyo respectively with the performances being a truncated rendition of their CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR 2017. The full setlist is preserved
- [B'z History Vignette: "1991"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/18/bz-history-vignette-1991/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1991, covers "LADY NAVIGATION", "ALONE", mini album MARS, and studio album IN THE
- [B'z History Vignette: "1990"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/17/bz-history-vignette-1990/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1990, covers their busiest year to date: the five singles "LADY-GO-ROUND", "BE THERE",
- [B'z History Vignette: "1989"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/16/bz-history-vignette-1989/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The second, for 1989, covers "Kimi no Naka de Odoritai", OFF THE LOCK, and BAD COMMUNICATION
- [B'z History Vignette: "1988"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/15/bz-history-vignette-1988/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The first, for their debut year of 1988, is now available via a YouTube embed and
- [B'z History Vignette: "1992"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/21/bz-history-vignette-1992/) - With the dawn of the band's 30th anniversary year and the release of B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX looming, the official B'z website has changed its splash page to one that will support yearly vignettes for the band's long history. The latest, for 1992, covers "BLOWIN'", "ZERO", RUN, and FRIENDS and can be viewed below:
- [Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho to Play Aratani Theater in Los Angeles!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/29/tak-matsumoto-daniel-ho-to-play-aratani-theater-in-los-angeles/) - It has just been announced that one final date will be played as part of Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho Live! 2017 -Electric Island, Acoustic Sea- and this time, it is in Los Angeles on October 14, 2017! The show is presented by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and JACCC, the Japanese American Cultural &
- [B'z Festival Appearances Completed! <br>RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL & ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL (08.05 / 08.11)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/11/bz-festival-appearances-rising-sun-rock-festival-rock-in-japan-festival-8-5-8-11/) - The summer touring for B'z has only just come to an end, and we first bring you news on their appearances at RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2017 in EZO and the ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2017. As expected, the setlist used for both shows were truncated for the abbreviated stage time compared to earlier dates
- [Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas to Perform in Shanghai on August 26](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/05/koshi-inaba-stevie-salas-to-perform-in-shanghai-on-august-26/) - The international show teased by Stevie Salas back in June has finally been confirmed. On August 26, Koshi Inaba and Salas will play what could be the final date in support of their collaborative album CHUBBY GROOVE with a stop in Shanghai! The showing was favored as the foremost contender for the international show given
- [INABA / SALAS Return for Limited Japan Shows This Fall;<br>Showings in Second Country Teased?](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/10/inaba-salas-return-for-limited-shows-this-fall/) - Koshi Inaba and Stevie Salas will reform their CHUBBY GROOVE band for a few limited engagements this fall amidst Koshi's B'z commitments. First, they will appear at SUMMER SONIC 2017 on August 19th and August 20th, performing with the Foo Fighters, All Time Low, Man with a Mission, and Royal Blood on both dates in
- [Tour Goods for Upcoming Festival Appearances Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/02/tour-goods-for-upcoming-festival-appearances-announced/) - The official B'z website has just posted glimpses of the tour goods that will be on sale for the band's appearances at RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2017 in EZO on August 5 and ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2017 on August 11. The list leads off with a themed muffler towel and is followed by rubber
- [Tak's Contribution to Shizuka Kudo Album Previewed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/08/01/taks-contribution-to-shizuka-kudo-album-previewed-titled-mitsu-to-toge/) - As we previously reported back in June, Tak Matsumoto has recently contributed all new music to the upcoming solo album Rin (凛, Cold) from Shizuka Kudo. The release is due out on August 30—the same day as B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX—and today further information has been announced. The song written by Tak has been titled
- [<b>B'z YouTube Channel Unlocked Internationally!</b></br>Plus Two Trailers for <i>B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/29/bz-youtube-channel-unlocked-internationallyplus-two-trailers-for-bz-complete-single-box/) - Since late 2015, the official B'z YouTube channel was blocked in several international markets thanks to the introduction of premium subscription service YouTube Red. The service offered new incentives and dividends for international uploaders in their local markets, which caused nearly all of the major Japanese music-based channels to be blocked in some countries
- [Tak Providing Music for Shizuka Kudo Commemorative Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/28/tak-providing-music-for-shizuka-kudou-commemorative-album/) - It was just been announced that Tak Matsumoto will be providing newly-written music for Shizuka Kudo's upcoming commemorative album which is as-yet untitled. Kudo—formerly a member of large-scale girl group and AKB48 predecessor Onyanko Club in the 1980s—debuted solo in August of 1987 with her single "Kindan no Telepathy". Thirty years later, she will commemorate
- [B’z SHOWCASE 2017 -B’z In Your Town- in Kanazawa (07.28.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/31/bz-showcase-2017-bz-in-your-town-in-kanazawa-07-28-2017/) - The seventh showing for B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- has come to an end, and this time with an expanded setlist! The total number of songs played is now twenty, with one additional—and familiar—song now being played as part of the encore. The full setlist is posted below to avoid spoilers for those
- [B'z Loud-Gym Announced: First 30th Anniversary Event](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/27/bz-loud-gym-announced-first-30th-anniversary-event/) - The seventh countdown on the official site has ended and with it comes the announcement of the first ever B'z Loud-Gym. The event is a long-term one that is the first official announcement from the band's upcoming 30th anniversary celebrations. Beginning September 21, 2017, a long list of music clubs in Japan will be holding
- [New Countdown on Official Site & SHOWCASE 2017 Updates](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/25/new-countdown-on-official-site-showcase-2017-updates/) - Yet another mysterious countdown has appeared on the splash page of the official B'z website! This is the seventh to date, with previous countdowns resulting in big announcements such as unveiling "Seimei/Still Alive" and B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX. The countdown does not have a definitive end-date yet and cycles through random dates for the time
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- in Tsuyama (07.22.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/22/bz-showcase-2017-bz-in-your-town-in-tsuyama-07-22-2017/) - The fourth showing for B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- has ended. Most notably, the show which took place in Okayama Prefecture's city of Tsuyama also marks Koshi's professional return to his hometown. The local government has even strewn a B'z-themed banner to commemorate the occasion inside the local city hall (pictured above). Other
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2017 Setlist Correction!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/22/bz-showcase-2017-setlist-correction/) - Initial reports for B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- mentioned "Samayoeru Aoi Dangan" as the third song in the setlist—in fact, this song has been the much-less-often-played "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo"! All posts have been updated to reflect this error and its correction. We apologize for any inconvenience caused in the meantime!
- [B’z SHOWCASE 2017 -Hissatsu Hiokinin- in Hioki (07.11.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/11/bz-showcase-2017-hissatsu-hiokinin-setlist-07-11-2017/) - Two years following the close of their last outing for B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-, B'z have finally returned to the live stage! While B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- kicks off properly tomorrow, the opening SHOWCASE in Hioki has just wrapped up and it's shaping up to be a memorable outing already! The
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- in Kumamoto (07.13.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/13/bz-showcase-2017-bz-in-your-town-in-kumamoto-07-13-2017/) - The official kickoff of B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- is upon us, and already a song that has never been performed live can be marked off the list! In case you missed it, the band already performed one show in Hioki two days ago, which featured a slightly different setlist you can check
- [B’z SHOWCASE 2017 -B’z In Your Town- in Shunan (07.18.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/18/bz-showcase-2017-bz-in-your-town-in-shunan-07-18-2017/) - The second proper night (third including the SHOWCASE of the SHOWCASE) of B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- is here with the best possible setlist when it comes to pairing the gems these shows are known for! The full setlist is posted below to avoid spoilers for those attending the shows. B’z SHOWCASE 2017
- [B’z SHOWCASE 2017 -B’z In Your Town- in Fukuyama (07.20.2017)](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/20/bz-showcase-2017-bz-in-your-town-in-fukuyama-07-20-2017/) - The third show of B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- has just wrapped up in Fukuyama. The next show coming on July 22 will see Koshi return to his hometown of Tsuyama—an occasion that's been marked accordingly in the days prior. Full details to follow! The full setlist is posted below to avoid spoilers
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2017 Next Week: Tour Goods Revealed & Added Show](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/08/bz-showcase-2017-begins-in-one-week-tour-goods-revealed-added-show/) - The first B'z tour since 2015's EPIC NIGHT will kick off in Japan next week under the banner B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z In Your Town- and today, the band have announced the tour goods that will be available. As is usually the case, the items will be made available on B'z The Store at a
- [The B'z Songs Written for Other Artists](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/07/12/the-bz-songs-written-for-other-artists/) - With a career spanning three decades as of next year and nearly 350 of their own songs released to date, B'z have had a long career in music by any measure. Their long-term success has led to its vocalist Koshi Inaba and guitarist Tak Matsumoto to occasionally be propositioned to create songs for other artists—many
- [B'z New Song "CHAMP" Commercial Preview](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/29/bz-new-song-champ-commercial-preview/) - As announced yesterday with news of the B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX, an all-new B'z song entitled "CHAMP" is now serving as the theme to a 7-Eleven Fair commercial. The commercial has been embedded below and gives our first taste of the upcoming 2017 album: The song should take a similar path as did "Exit To
- [<i>B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX</i> Announced, with Two Editions!<br></small>New Song "CHAMP" as 7-Eleven Commercial Theme](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/29/bz-complete-single-box-announced-with-two-editionsnew-song-champ-as-7-eleven-commercial-theme/) - The biggest B'z release in their history has just been announced: the mammoth B'z COMPLETE SINGLE BOX! The release is their most expensive to date with two differing editions priced at 50,000 yen ($445 USD) and 70,000 yen ($623 USD). The latter edition offers access to two special live shows set to take place in
- [Next Countdown Ends Today, Rumors, and "Seimei/Still Alive" Out Digitally;<br>Support Members Announced for Upcoming Tours](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/28/next-countdown-ends-today-rumors-and-seimeistill-alive-out-digitally/) - The latest countdown on the official B'z website will end later today and may be related to the oft-rumored 7-Eleven tie-in previously reported here. Similarly unverified rumors suggest a massive complete singles boxset is on the horizon and may be the costliest item B'z has ever released. Next, on July 5, recent number-one single "Seimei/Still
- [B'z & 7-Eleven Promotion Confirmed, Begins July 1 [UPDATE]](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/28/bz-x-7-eleven-promotion-confirmed-begins-july-1/) - The B'z and 7-Eleven promotion reported previously will kick off on July 1 according to a new splash page on the 7-Eleven Japan website. Those interested may gain a chance to win a special B'z-branded towel for every 700 yen spent. The item will be limited to a sparse 2,000 units and will be created
- [B'z & 7-Eleven Cross Promotion Unveiling This Week?](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/25/bz-7-eleven-cross-promotion-unveiling-this-week/) - Last week, leaks originating on various Japanese message boards indicated B'z may soon be involved in a promotion with convenience store chain 7-Eleven in Japan. Those that have visited Japan have seen how ubiquitous the brand is in the country—in fact, there are more 7-Eleven stores in Japan than anywhere else, responsible for housing over
- [B'z Set for Induction to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?<br>Landmark Institution Expanding to Tokyo This Fall](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/21/bz-set-for-induction-to-rock-and-roll-hall-of-famelandmark-institution-expanding-to-tokyo-this-fall/) - As was just announced on their official Facebook page with a feature in the Wall Street Journal, the world-renowned Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will be expanding to Tokyo this September. Already inductees in Hollywood's RockWalk as its first ever Asian artists, B'z should be within the initial contenders after balloting begins—if not the
- [B'z Score 49th Consecutive #1 Single with "Seimei/Still Alive"](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/20/bz-score-49th-consecutive-1-single-with-seimeistill-alive/) - Beginning with their fifth single "Taiyou no Komachi Angel" in the summer of 1990, every such release from B'z has debuted at the top of the Weekly Oricon Singles chart despite the drastic shifts in the country's musical landscape in that time. Today, Oricon has announced that new single "Seimei/Still Alive" has done the same
- [<i>Young Guitar</i> Slash & Tak Talk Summary](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/29/「young-guitar」-slash-tak-talk-summary/) - The February 2015 issue (released January 10th) of Young Guitar magazine features Tak Matsumoto and Slash together in the cover story and this is our write-up. The article begins by explaining that Tak and Slash have a lot in common: They have their own Gibson Signature Models, they have each won a Grammy Award, they've
- ["Seimei/Still Alive" Now On Sale!<br><small>Plus UCC Black "Seimei" Commercial & UCC Creation Video Feature</small>](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/14/seimeistill-alive-now-on-saleplus-ucc-black-seimei-commercial-ucc-creation-video-feature/) - The fifty-third B'z single "Seimei/Still Alive" is now officially on sale! It has debuted at the top of the Weekly Oricon Singles chart with pre-orders sales in excess of 61,000 physical copies already moved. If you still don't have a copy on the way, you can obtain one via CDJapan, YesAsia, or Amazon Japan. As
- [B'z And Aerosmith Heat Up QVC Marine Field At Aerosonic Event](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/08/10/bz-and-aerosmith-heat-up-qvc-marine-field-at-aerosonic-event/) - B'z and Aerosmith have heated up about 34,000 rock fans at the QVC Marine Field last night at the two band's special event called AEROSONIC. B'z kicked off the event by rocking the stage first. The band performed 16 songs with fan favorites such as ultra soul, ZERO and Ichibu to Zenbu among them. After
- ["Seimei" Short Music Video Now Available!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/08/seimei-short-music-video-now-available/) - The short music video for "Seimei" previewed in its recent commercial has now been uploaded to YouTube! Its single "Seimei/Still Alive" is now under one week away. The animation contained within is almost certainly provided by the same studio that produced the vignette for Koshi Inaba's solo music video "Hane" back in 2016, which can
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018 Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/05/bz-live-gym-2017-2018-announced/) - Nearly two full years since the close of their last tour, B'z will soon embark on the as-yet untitled B'z LIVE-GYM 2017-2018! The tour will serve to promote the band's upcoming twentieth studio album which is expected to be announced and released in late fall or early winter. The title for the 18-stop tour will
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-</i> Review](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/05/「bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-」-review/) - Over two years have passed since the home video release of B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-. The band has had their share of singles, albums, and solo works in the interim, but it is with the recently-released B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- that the band makes their big return to the live
- [[Retrospective] 2007: First Asian Artists Inducted to Hollywood's RockWalk](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/03/retrospective-2007-first-asian-artists-inducted-to-hollywoods-rockwalk/) - All sample videos contained in this article are publicly sourced and are reproduced here only for accessibility. Following the immense success that was the rebooted 2006 LIVE-GYM—one that would set the tone for all B'z shows that followed—and its accompanying album, expectations were high in 2007. It was already presumed the band would have big
- ["Seimei" Commercial Now Airing](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/03/seimei-commercial-now-airing/) - The first "Seimei"-themed version of the "Seimei/Still Alive" single hit airwaves today during Detective Conan and has been preserved below for those that wish to see it. The single will be released on June 14th and also includes the Detective Conan theme "Sekai wa Anata no Iro ni Naru".
- [Fifth Countdown Set for Monday on Official Site, Full "Still Alive" on Radio](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/02/fifth-countdown-set-for-monday-on-official-site-full-still-alive-on-radio/) - The official B'z website has been updated with its fifth countdown, this one ending at noon in Japan on Monday, May 5th. It bears noting that the source code on the site indicates as many as ten countdowns, so there should be no shortage of B'z news in the months ahead! Additionally, the full version
- ["Still Alive" Serving as Theme to TBS Shows in June *UPDATED*](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/31/still-alive-serving-as-theme-song-to-tbss-event-go-news-program-in-june/) - It has just been announced that upcoming single "Seimei/Still Alive" will be receiving another tie-in when "Still Alive" begins serving as the opening theme song to TBS's entertainment news program Event GO! for the month of June. This is the second tie-in on the network for the song. From January to March of this year,
- ["Seimei" First Teaser Video Now Available!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/06/01/seimei-first-teaser-video-now-available/) - The first teaser for one half of the upcoming single is now being showcased on the official B'z website! "Seimei" is glimpsed briefly, along with a hint of what may be a short music video that should end up on television as an ad and possibly in extended form on YouTube. "Seimei/Still Alive" will be
- [Second "Still Alive" Commercial Now On-Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/31/second-still-alive-commercial-now-on-air/) - The second variant of the "Still Alive" commercial for the upcoming "Seimei/Still Alive" double A-side single is now airing on Japanese television. The four track single will be released on June 14th and also includes digital singles "Sekai wa Anata no Iro ni Naru" and "Fukiarenasai".
- [B'z Continue Recording for New Album in Tokyo](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/28/bz-continue-recording-for-new-album-in-tokyo/) - Another update on the official B'z instagram has shown the band is now working at their usual studio in Tokyo. As surmised upon hearing of their recent work in Hawaii, the band typically return to Tokyo to round out albums and involve more of their core personnel. Longtime support member and keyboardist Takanobu Masuda also
- [B'z Now Recording in Hawaii: Will 2017 Follow 2007?](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/04/30/bz-now-recording-in-hawaii-will-2017-follow-2007/) - B'z have recently posted confirmation on their social media channels that they are currently underway recording their next release. This is further evidenced by the latest issue of the Be With! fanclub magazine in which Tak revealed that he will get together with Koshi to start pre-production in April. As has been the case in
- [B'z New Double A-Side Single "Seimei/Still Alive" OUT 6.14!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/12/bz-new-double-a-side-single-seimeistill-alive-out-6-14/) - The two year wait for the return of B'z will soon be over: Today, with the third countdown ending on the official website, the band have announced the first of their new releases and it's a big one! The single will be a double A-side (their third and first since 2009's mega hit "Ichibu to
- [<i>NEWS ZERO</i> Interview Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/16/news-zero-interview-translation/) - Here's another interview we decided to translate and upload. This is an appearance B'z made on the popular news program NEWS ZERO to promote Eien no Tsubasa on May 5th, 2007. Enjoy! More to come.
- [<i>GLORY DAYS</i> Commercial: Subtitled!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/02/21/glory-days-commercial-subtitled/) - This coming Wednesday, the ultimate B'z LIVE DVD will be unleashed upon us. To commemorate the occasion and get you just a bit more excited than you already are (let's face it, you're likely at your limit as it is), we've decided to subtitle the best of the commercials for it. What you'll see here
- [B'z Comment on Ichibu to Zenbu (Translated)](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/07/15/bz-comment-on-ichibu-to-zenbu-translated/) - Hours before the new drama for which B'z does the theme, Buzzer Beat, premiered, a special covering various aspects of it was aired. Near the end of it, a segment was shown with Tak and Koshi commenting on the production and feel of Ichibu to Zenbu--along with a clip of the PV of significant length
- [Happy New Year 2010!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/01/03/happy-new-year-2010/) - I know this is a little late, but I've been a little busy and I was not able to finish the video I wanted to put into this post. As usual, B'z has also released their new year greetings to B'z fans on B'z PARTY. My undercover agent who infiltrated B'z PARTY was able to
- [Happy New Year 2011 From B'z!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/04/happy-new-year-2011-from-bz/) - Tak and Koshi send their greetings to their fans and are eager to start rocking as B'z again! Of course we have grabbed the video from the B'z PARTY website, translated it, and have it here right for you! And check out Koshi's new haircut!
- [Pepsi CM & Interview with B'z](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/22/pepsi-cm-interview-with-bz/) - Here you can see the finished commercials - both the 15 second and 30 second versions. Afterwards, Tak and Koshi are interviewed about their thoughts on the commercial filming as well as their new song. Translation of the interview is below the video! Also, you can preorder your copy now! Normal Edition: [YesAsia (Global)] [YesAsia
- ["Don't Wanna Lie" as Detective Conan Opening & Commercial on Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/30/dont-wanna-lie-as-detective-conan-opening-commercial-on-air/) - Starting today, "Don't Wanna Lie" is the new opening to the Detective Conan anime series. The opening includes footage from the PV, which was shot in LA. Hardcore B'z fans will notice that the PV sure does resemble Negai's PV a bit. The last time they used PV footage for the opening, was with Giri
- [Into Free -Dangan- @ Club Nokia Performance](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/02/05/into-free-dangan-club-nokia-performance/) - Just to give everyone a preview of B'z latest song Into Free -Dangan- which is a re-recorded, English version of Samayoeru Aoi Dangan released in 1998, I have put up the video of the LA performance from last year for everyone to enjoy. As previously reported, the song is the theme song to Capcom's upcoming
- ["GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku-" Interview Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/02/24/go-for-it-baby-kioku-no-sanmyaku-interview-subtitled/) - As promised, here is the subtitled version of the interview. Enjoy!
- ["GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku-" Music Video Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/04/go-for-it-baby-kioku-no-sanmyaku-music-video-subtitled/) - The special 50th B'z single, GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku-, is now out, and what better way to celebrate than to watch the music video complete with English translation! B'z - GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku- 1. GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku- (PEPSI NEX commercial theme song) English: GO
- [Happy New Year 2013 from B'z!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/12/31/happy-new-year-2013-from-bz/) - As with every year, B'z has posted a message for their fans on the official fanclub's website. B'z is now truly 25 years old as the band was founded in 1988. Look forward to those three upcoming LIVE-GYM releases and let's see what the band has got in store for us this year! We at
- ["Q&A" Music Video Now Available with Subtitles](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/05/07/qa-music-video-now-available/) - The newest song by B'z, entitled "Q&A", has started airing as the new opening to the anime series Detective Conan as of May 4th. "Q&A" is set to be released as part of B'z The Best XXV 1999-2012 — one of the two best-of compilations B'z is going to release on June 12th of this year.
- [Happy New Year 2014 & Message From B'z](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/01/01/happy-new-year-2014-message-from-bz/) - Hello everyone! I wish each and every one of you a Happy New Year! May this year bring you a lot of happiness and may your wishes come true. I would also like to thank everybody for their continued support of OFF THE LOCK and supportive messages you have sent me over the years. Let's
- [B'z New Years Message 2017: New Material in the Works to Follow Solo Projects!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/02/bz-new-years-message-2017-new-material-in-the-works-to-follow-solo-projects/) - We at OFF THE LOCK wish everyone a happy new year! Per usual, B'z have released a message for their fanclub members to celebrate the beginning of a new year. It appears that this year we'll be able to look forward to a new B'z album! But first, Tak and Koshi will be embarking on
- [B'z <i>ACTION</i> CLOSE-UP Interview](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/14/bz-action-close-up-interview/) - This is a subtitled version of a CLOSE-UP interview with B'z on a Japan Countdown concerning their latest album, "ACTION". The broadcast date of this show dates back to December 2007, so don't be surprised. The translation is provided by us here at OFF THE LOCK, so please enjoy. Stay tuned for future subtitled interviews
- [Now Subtitled: "Uchouten" Performance on <i>Shinnen Dakara Kantetsu de Ongaku Night</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/06/now-subtitled-「uchouten」-performance-on-shinnen-dakara-kantetsu-de-ongaku-night/) - As one of the final television appearances for the upcoming single 「Uchouten」, B'z recorded a showing for music panel program 「Shinnen Dakara Kantetsu de Ongaku Night」 that was aired over the weekend. The broadcast also gave us an extended look at the music video for the single as the hosts' discussed the band and the
- [Now Subtitled: First Ever Sitdown Interview on LIVE MONSTER](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/22/now-subtitled-first-ever-sitdown-interview-on-live-monster/) - Just this past Sunday, B'z made their first appearance on music talk show LIVE MONSTER. This marked their first occasion doing a proper sitdown interview of the sort, on which the band fielded questions from fans collected in a street survey and via e-mail. The episode is already being considered one of their best TV
- ["Las Vegas" Tie-In Information & Subtitled Music Video!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/02/12/「las-vegas」-tie-in-information-subtitled-music-video/) - Our first look at the songs from the upcoming new B'z album 「EPIC DAY」 began today, with album opener 「Las Vegas」 being announced as the theme song to the Red Bull Air Race Chiba 2015 event being held on May 16th and 17th. Furthermore, along with the tie-in information, a short version of the music
- ["RED" Pre-Order Information & Music Video Preview Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/05/01/「red」-pre-order-information-music-video-preview-subtitled/) - The fifty-second single from B'z, 「RED」, will be released on June 10th, 2015 in three editions. The regular single edition will contain only the CD, while the CD & DVD edition will come with the single and a special DVD containing the title song's dedicated music video which features footage from B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC
- [News Clip of SHOWCASE 2015 -Shinagawa Uchouten NIGHT-](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/20/news-clip-of-showcase-2015-shinagawa-uchouten-night/) - Footage from last night's SHOWCASE 2015 -Shinagawa Uchouten NIGHT- has been circulated to the media and has been appearing on various news programs in Japan this morning. The clip, sourced from Mezamashi TV on Fuji TV, features footage of 「Ichibu to Zenbu」 and 「ZERO」 as performed during the show. Additionally, an excerpt from Koshi's MC
- [Koshi Inaba "Hane" News Coverage Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/24/koshi-inaba-news-coverage-subtitled/) - The announcement yesterday of Koshi's upcoming single「Hane」has generated numerous reports in the Japanese news media, one of which was this brief segment on News ZERO that we have subtitled and made available here. 「Hane」is a four track single and will be released on January 13th, 2016.
- ["Hane" TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/06/「hane」-tv-commercial-on-air/) - During the weekly broadcast of Detective Conan the tv commercial for Koshi's upcoming single 「Hane」 made its debut. The material used for the commercial seems to stem from the music video for the single. The single is due for a January 13 release with the title track serving as the new Detective Conan opening theme
- [Koshi Inaba "Hane" Music Video Now Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/26/koshi-inaba-「hane」-music-video-now-subtitled/) - Koshi Inaba is scheduled to release his latest single 「Hane」 on January 13, 2016 and today, we have the song's music video available with subtitles. The video runs just over two minutes and is also available from the official B'z YouTube channel.
- [Koshi Inaba "Hane" Performance & Talk Now Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/29/koshi-inaba-「hane」-performance-talk-now-subtitled/) - Koshi Inaba's recent appearance on Japanese television program 「Music Station」 has now been subtitled, including the world premiere of the full version of his upcoming single 「Hane」. The video found here is a condensed digest of the moments featuring Koshi (excerpted from the original broadcast which ran for four hours).
- [2016 New Year Message from B'z](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/05/2016-new-year-message-from-bz/) - As is tradition, a special New Year's greeting from B'z is now available to start off 2016! The band looks back on the past year and tells fans what's to come in the new year. As usual, we have subtitled it in English for you. Check it out!
- [Tak Matsumoto Tour Message Video & Setlist Request Results](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/10/tak-matsumoto-tour-message-video-setlist-request-results/) - Tak Matsumoto's upcoming solo tour 「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」 is set to kick off next month with a total of five dates that includes his first arena shows as a solo artist. These will take place at Osaka Jo Hall on April 24th and the Nippon Budokan on May 7th. Today, Tak released
- [Tak Matsumoto Grammy Interview Now Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/22/tak-matsumoto-grammy-interview-now-subtitled/) - At the recent 58th Annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, Tak Matsumoto appeared during Japanese broadcaster WOWOW's live coverage of the event as a guest. Actor-musician Johnny Depp and Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry appeared in the preceding segment to promote their supergroup Hollywood Vampires and were photographed by the staff with Tak as he
- [B’z to Provide Theme Song to Detective Conan Movie 20](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/25/bz-detective-conan-movie-theme-song-announced/) - [KGVID]https://www.offthelock.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/bzconan20thtv.mp4[/KGVID] Early morning newspapers as well as NTV news show "Oha!4" (see video above) have revealed that B'z will provide the theme song to the 20th Detective Conan movie 「The Darkest Nightmare」, which is scheduled to hit theatres on April 16th, 2016. The medium tempo rock ballad is titled 「Sekai wa Anata no Iro
- [Video Countdown: The Top 50 B'z Guitar Solos!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/11/24/video-countdown-the-top-50-bz-guitar-solos/) - Those of us at OFF THE LOCK have long intended to produce additional content that explores facets of the B'z catalogue in ways we have not before. And, with that in mind, we now bring you our very own countdown of the Top 50 B'z Guitar Solos! The order found here is the result of
- ["Still Alive" Music Video Preview on <i>Music Station</i>, Commercial On-Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/21/still-alive-music-video-preview-on-music-station-commercial-on-air/) - With only a few weeks until the launch of the 52nd B'z single, promotions for "Seimei/Still Alive" are now underway. Foremost, Music Station aired our first glimpse at the music video to "Still Alive" that will be included in the CD & DVD packages of the release. According to the segment, the band's concept for
- [B'z New Year's Message for 2015](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/01/now-subtitled-bz-new-years-message-for-2015/) - As is tradition, a special New Year's greeting from B'z is now available to start off 2015. In it, the band discuss their new album, 2014's solo activities, and their upcoming tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-. As we try to do each year, we have already translated it into English and made it available
- [OFF THE LOCK Relaunch: Now Live!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/24/off-the-lock-relaunch-now-live/) - This long-overdue redux of the site was built from the ground up as a central hub of B'z information. We wanted to re-purpose the site to more resemble what we felt would be the ultimate B'z resource, and in combination with our continued efforts on the B'z Wiki, we hope you will agree! The all-new
- ["Seimei/Still Alive" Cover & SHOWCASE 2017 Logo Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/23/seimeistill-alive-cover-showcase-2017-logo-revealed/) - We now have the official cover to "Seimei/Still Alive" a few weeks ahead of its release, which is available for pre-order on CD Japan, YesAsia, and Amazon.co.jp in any of its three editions. The sleek black and purple cover plays up the motif of the second A-side: Additionally, the logo for B'z SHOWCASE 2017 -B'z
- [New B'z Countdown Set to Upcoming Tuesday](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/04/22/new-bz-countdown-set-to-upcoming-tuesday/) - Two weeks following the initial reveal of B'z making an appearance at the RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2017 for the first time, the second countdown has finally been given an exact date to count down to: April 25th, 2017 at noon. The date seems to coincide with the announcement of the first wave of artists
- [B'z Performing at ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2017](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/05/25/bz-performing-at-rock-in-japan-festival-2017/) - The third wave of artists to perform at this year's ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL has just been announced. Among them is B'z, who will perform on August 5th. For the band, this marks the second festival appearance of the year, followed by the appearance at the RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL in EZO on August 11th.
- [B'z New Song "Still Alive" Announced As TBS Drama Theme](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/15/bz-new-song-still-alive-announced-as-tbs-drama-theme/) - In a surprise announcement, it has been revealed in its first airing that a brand-new, previously-unheard B'z song entitled "Still Alive" will soon be serving as the theme to the new TBS medical drama A LIFE ~Itoshiki Hito~. The drama stars well-known actor and singer Takuya Kimura of SMAP fame. In commemoration of the announcement,
- [B'z News Summary For the Past Days](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/06/bz-news-summary-for-the-past-days/) - There have been quite a lot of good news the past days. UStream Account indicates LA Performance will be streamed An Account called PEPSINEX_LIVE has been spotted on UStream and it looks like they're testing the equipment for streaming the show right now. On the channel page it says " PEPSINEX_LIVE started broadcasting: B'z LIVE
- [Larry Carlton & Tak Matsumoto Performing In Taiwan & DVD Release Of <i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> Tour](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/09/04/larry-carlton-tak-matsumoto-performing-in-taiwan-and-dvd-release-of-take-your-pick-tour/) - Now that's a big surprise here. After scheduling additional live performances as well as performing at the Tokyo Jazz Festival 2010, Larry Carlton and Tak Matsumoto are going to perform in Taipei (Taiwan) on October 17th. So that means, there may still be hope that shows in the US and Europe are planned. The show
- [B'z Official Website Renewal & CLUB-GYM Hints](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/03/21/bz-official-website-renewal-club-gym-hints/) - In anticipation of upcoming B'z activities, B'z Official Website's design has received an overhaul and now features a more modern design language. It is now much easier to view the website on smartphones as well! The "TOUR/TICKET" link on the renewed website reveals something interesting: It points to "bz-party.com/clubgym/", which presents a "COMING SOON!!" page.
- [B'z Activity Launch Countdown Started](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/04/04/bz-activity-launch-countdown-started/) - Just this Monday at noon, officials over at Vermillion Records have updated B'z Official Website to show a countdown instead of the previous "introduction movie". The countdown is set to reach ZERO this Wednesday, April 5th at noon in Japan. At the same time, further information on upcoming B'z activities should be revealed. Most notably,
- [Koshi Solo Single "Okay" 6/23 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/04/26/koshi-solo-single-okay-623-out/) - Finally Koshi has announced one of his new solo productions for us to enjoy. His new single entitled "Okay" is going to be out in Japan on June 23rd, 2010! Unfortunately, the theme song for the renewed news show "News 23X" won't be on the disc. Instead, you're going to be able to enjoy 3
- ["Club-Gym" Website Information Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/04/07/club-gym-website-information-revealed/) - Just this moment, more information on the alleged "CLUB-GYM" was released. It is, in fact, not a tour of some sort, but rather a website, which dedicates itself to bring information to people who would like to know more about B'z, or haven't been able to go to a show because tickets were sold out.
- [B’z SHOWCASE 2017 -B’z In Your Town- Dates Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/04/25/bz-showcase-2017-bz-in-your-town-dates-announced/) - B'z has today announced their first "B'z in Your Town" SHOWCASE in eight years. Their last one dates back to 2009, in which they performed at eight venues as part of B'z SHOWCASE 2009 -B'z In Your Town-. The 2017 SHOWCASE is not meant as a warmup gig for an upcoming tour, but is rather
- [B’z Digital Exclusive Single "Fukiarenasai" Available Now!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/11/22/bz-digital-exclusive-single-「fukiarenasai」-available-now/) - With this weekends's release of the Shippuu Rondo film for which it serves as a theme, there is no better time for the band to release 「Fukiarenasai」 (フキアレナサイ, Blow Violently) to the masses—and they've done just that! The song, envisioned as a winter version of "ultra soul" as requested by the film's producers, was announced in
- [Possible New B'z Song "Cost"](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/05/12/possible-new-bz-song-「cost」/) - A new entry registered on JASRAC—the Japanese Society for Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers—may provide our first glimpse at the next release from B'z. First registered in March, the entry is for an individual song entitled "Kosuto" (コスト, or "Cost"). The entry lists Being Publishing as the registrant, which aligns with other recent publications
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/24/「bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-」-release-message/) - One day prior to official release 「B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」 has debuted on #1 in the general Blu-ray and on #2 in the general DVD daily ranking at Oricon. Furthermore, the band has as usual released a message for their fans to celebrate their latest release.
- [NEW ALBUM <i>EPIC DAY</i> Out March 4th!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/26/new-album-「epic-day」-out-march-4th/) - Today is going to be an epic day, all right! The release date for B'z forthcoming 19th studio album 「EPIC DAY」 has finally been announced! It's going to be out on March 4th, 2015 and will come in four(!) different packages: LIVE-GYM 2015 Edition (CD+Original Tour Merchandise), Limited Edition (CD+DVD), Vinyl Edition (Vinyl + Digital
- [New Song "NO EXCUSE" Featured In Smirnoff Ice Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/11/28/new-song「no-excuse」featured-in-smirnoff-ice-commercials/) - The band has announced their second tie-up song titled「NO EXCUSE」! The upbeat song is featured in the new line of Smirnoff Ice commercials, which are going to be aired across Japan from today. A release date for「NO EXCUSE」has yet to be announced. We suspect, B'z are announcing tie-ups leading up to a single & album
- [B'z To Perform On <i>Music Station SUPER LIVE 2012</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/11/30/bz-to-perform-on-music-station-super-live-2012/) - For the first time in 5 years, B'z is going to perform on a Music Station SUPER LIVE. The Music Station SUPER LIVE is set to be broadcasted on December 21st, 2012 from 7PM to 11:10PM. It is still unclear which song(s) the band is going to perform on television, but one might think that
- [B'z <i>Music Station</i> Special: Full Live Report!](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/15/bz-music-station-special-full-live-report/) - Today's broadcast of Music Station was a very special occasion. To commemorate the B'z 25th anniversary, the program decided to conduct a B'z special where the band would perform 4 songs—three of which were drawn from fan requests. After the other two show guests—Kyary Pamyu Pamyu and Kanjani 8—were introduced, B'z kicked off the show
- [<i>Music Station Super Live 2012</i> Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/12/23/music-station-super-live-2012-report/) - Before B'z appeared on stage, a segment was shown in which the band's history of SUPER LIVE performances was detailed. B'z appeared on the first ever Music Station SUPER LIVE in 1992, during their 5th anniversary. They performed their million selling hit "ZERO" on stage. From there on out, the band can look back on
- [<i>Music Station</i> B'z Special Airs June 14](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/05/23/music-station-bz-special-airs-june-14/) - The band has just announced that they will perform on an episode of Music Station, which is set to air on June 14th, 2013. Just one day prior to the band's 25th anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM PLEASURE 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- kicking off, B'z will be on Music Station for an all night B'z special. Additionally,
- [Koshi Inaba To Perform On <i>Music Station</i> 5/23](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/16/koshi-inaba-to-perform-on「music-station」523/) - Today it has been announced that Koshi Inaba will be on Music Station performing one of his solo songs. His last performance dates back 10 years to July 9th, 2004 when Koshi performed his song「Wonderland」on the show. Koshi is going to perform his latest song「oh my love」from his upcoming album「Singing Bird」, which will be the
- [Tak Matsumoto to Perform on <i>Music Station</i> 6/6](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/30/tak-matsumoto-to-perform-on「music-station」66/) - It has just been announced that Tak Matsumoto will be performing on next week's rendition of「Music Station」. As with Koshi Inaba, Tak's last solo performance on「Music Station」dates back 10 years to August 13th, 2004 when he performed「THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH」with his supergroup Tak Matsumoto Group (TMG). On next week's「Music Station」, Tak is going to
- [Koshi Inaba To Perform at <i>Music Station Super Live 2015</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/04/koshi-inaba-to-perform-at-「music-station-super-live-2015」/) - The lineup for the 2015 iteration of the annual Music Station Super Live at the end of December has been announced. Among the performing artists is Koshi Inaba, who will most likely for the first time perform his new solo single 「Hane」 live on television. The show will be broadcasted live on December 25th, 2015 on
- [Akihito Tokunaga as Supporting Band Member on <i>Music Station</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/14/akihito-tokunaga-as-supporting-band-member-on-music-station/) - Japanese band "doa" has announced on their Facebook page that their band member Akihito Tokunaga will be a supporting band member for Koshi Inaba's appearance on Music Station on December 25. Akihito Tokunaga is a former well-known B'z support member, having played bass on numerous LIVE-GYMs and supported B'z as well as their solo projects between
- [Koshi Inaba on <i>SMAP x SMAP</i> For The First Time](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/06/koshi-inaba-on-「smap-x-smap」-for-the-first-time/) - News just broke on Fuji TV's morning news program 「Mezamashi TV」 that Koshi Inaba will for the first time be guest on 「SMAP x SMAP」. Koshi will make an appearance during the 「SMAP x SMAP」 special scheduled to air next week Monday January 11th, 2016. Koshi will be interviewed and also perform his new single
- [Tak Matsumoto on <i>Music Station Ultra Fes</i> 9/19](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/09/07/tak-matsumoto-on-「music-station-ultra-fes」919/) - TV Asahi's music program 「Music Station」 celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. On that occasion, a special edition of the show is being held on September 19th, dubbed 「Music Station Ultra Fes」. Tak Matsumoto is set to appear on the show and will possibly perform a rendition of 「#1090 ~Million Dreams~」, an updated version of
- [INABA/SALAS To Make <i>Music Station</i> Appearance This Week](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/15/inabasalas-to-make-music-station-appearance-this-week/) - TV Asahi has just announced that Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas will be appearing on this week's edition of Music Station for an interview and performance of their new song "AISHI-AISARE". Other acts appearing for the episode include Bruno Mars, KinKi Kids, backnumber, and Busaiku. Notably, this will mark the duo's first performance from upcoming
- [Message From B'z About Music For Relief Participation](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/24/message-from-bz-about-music-for-relief-participation/) - B'z Official Website now also reports that B'z is participating in Music For Relief by contributing a song to the tracklist: HOME English version. B'z has also taken the time to say a few words as to why they're participating: Our country now faces a crisis we've never experienced before. In order to rebuild the
- [B'z Participating In Music For Relief](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/23/bz-participating-in-music-for-relief/) - Linkin Park's non-profit organization "Music For Relief" has started to collect donations for earthquake victims in Japan. If you donate only $10, you'll get access to a growing number of songs available for download. B'z, among others, has contributed a song to the tracklist: The English version of HOME. If you'd like to donate $10
- [BEING Doubles Sales Thanks To B'z](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/01/17/being-doubles-sales-due-to-bz/) - Today, Oricon has announced the sales for the year 2013 per music label. AVEX Group Holdings is now holding first place for two years in a row. Followed by Sony Music Entertainment on 2nd place and Universal Music on 3rd place. What's interesting is that the BEING Group, to which Vermillion Records belongs, has more
- [B'z to Conduct Special Program on YouTube June 16th! [UPDATED]](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/13/bz-to-conduct-special-program-on-youtube-in-june/) - UPDATE! The special program has been scheduled for this Sunday, June 16th, at 9:00 PM JST (8:00 AM EST, 1:00 PM BST, 2:00 PM CEST, and 8:00 PM CST). You can watch on the band's YouTube channel and expect full coverage from us here at OFF THE LOCK once the program is over! The band
- [<i>New Horizon</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/28/「new-horizon」release-message/) - I took my time and thoroughly put it together note by note. I would be very glad if this became your daily wonderful soundtrack. Tak
- ["Live Life" Digital Exclusive Single Now Available World-Wide](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/16/live-life-digital-exclusive-single-now-available-world-wide/) - While Tak Matsumoto's "Strings Of My Soul" has been available on iTunes by the time it went on sale in the U.S. and in Europe, "Live Life" from the very album has now been released as a digital exclusive single. It is available for purchase on iTunes internationally and contains two tracks: An instrumental version
- [Tak Matsumoto's Grammy Story](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/18/tak-matsumotos-grammy-story/) - I was so excited that I was not able to write up a proper article and ended up posting the videos instead. However, this is a huge success for Tak Matsumoto and I think it deserves a good, and thorough article. Also, it is a great opportunity to look back how it all started, and
- [<i>Take Your Pick</i> DVD Release Worldwide](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/17/take-your-pick-dvd-release-worldwide/) - I don't know why they didn't release it before... I mean it has been out in Japan since October 27th, 2010, but oh well... On Larry Carlton's official website, they announced that because of winning the Grammy and all the excitement, they decided to set the release date of the DVD to tomorrow(February 18th)! What's
- [Larry and Tak Winning Grammy - Filmed From a Different Perspective](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/17/larry-and-tak-winning-grammy-filmed-from-a-different-perspective/) - I'm not sure everyone has noticed, but when Carlton and Matsumoto make their way to the stage, there's a person behind them holding a camera in his hand. He is probably recording the whole thing. Just take a look at this picture here: Now... the video filmed by this guy has surfaced on YouTube. It's
- [And The Grammy Goes To...](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/14/and-the-grammy-goes-to/) - ...watch for yourself! The Grammy goes to Take Your Pick - Larry Carlton and Tak Matsumoto!! Congratulations!!
- [Matsumoto Attending Grammys](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/09/matsumoto-attending-grammys/) - This week's sunday might become a great day in his career. Whose career you might ask? Well of course we are talking about guitar virtuoso and B'z founder Tak Matsumoto. The album he created with Larry Carlton, entitled "TAKE YOUR PICK", was previously nominated for the Grammys in the category "Best Pop Instrumental Album". Indications
- [Larry & Tak Videos From Tokyo Jazz 2010](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/10/larry-tak-videos-from-tokyo-jazz-2010/) - As previously reported, Tak Matsumoto and Larry Carlton were given the honour to perform at the Tokyo Jazz Festival 2010. In fact, it was the first time for Tak Matsumoto to perform at Tokyo Jazz Festival. Several weeks after the festival ended, the whole festival was aired on TV including selected performances by Larry and
- [Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho's <i>Electric Island, Acoustic Sea</i>: Announced for February 8, 2017 on both CD & Vinyl!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/22/tak-matsumoto-daniel-hos-「electric-island-acoustic-sea」-announced-for-february-8-2017-on-both-cd-vinyl/) - Tak Matsumoto's previously announced project with Hawaiian multi-instrumentalist and fellow Grammy Award-winner Daniel Ho has finally been announced! The album Electric Island, Acoustic Sea will be released February 8, 2017 and be followed by the tour Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho Live! 2017 -Electric Island, Acoustic Sea- that commences two weeks later. The album's sound
- [Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho Hawaii Performance & Tour Details Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/01/tak-matsumoto-daniel-ho-hawaii-performance-tour-details-announced/) - Just before the new year, an overseas performance has been announced for Tak Matsumoto's and Daniel Ho's "Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho LIVE! 2017 -Electric Island, Acoustic Sea-" tour. The show will be at the Blue Note Hawaii on March 19th. There are performances scheduled at 6:30PM and 9PM HST. Tickets are available through TicketWeb.
- [Mark Fisher Doing the Stage Set Design](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/02/mark-fisher-doing-the-stage-set-design/) - After reading the latest press release from BARCO “Japan’s hottest rock band takes magic carpet ride with Barco’s Creative LED“, I found out that it is indeed Mark Fisher who is doing the stage set design for B’z LIVE-GYM 2008 tour. Mark Fisher used to design stage sets for the Rolling Stones and U2 which
- ["Mienai Chikara ~INVISIBLE ONE~/MOVE" Retrospective](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/10/mienai-chikara-invisible-onemove-retrospective/) - With this being the 25th anniversary year for B'z, we have decided to run a series of retrospectives throughout the year celebrating the band's achievements and accomplishments. Essentially, we will be providing extensive write-ups on certain B'z albums, singles, tours, and related subjects on a regular basis for the entire year. All articles pertaining to
- [doa Releasing New Album "FRONTIER"](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/06/20/doa-releasing-new-album-frontier/) - The band "doa" from Osaka is well-known among B'z fans, considering Akihito Tokunaga (Bass) and Ohta Shinichiro (Vocal & Guitar) have been supporting B'z for many years. Now, they are going to release their 5th studio album called "FRONTIER" on August 12. Also with the new release, they announced a live tour with the same
- [Kozue Hayashi Involved in New Koshi Solo Project](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/12/09/kozue-hayashi-involved-in-new-koshi-solo-project/) - According to one of her latest blog posts, she has recorded a few songs with Koshi Inaba. Update: The blog posting has been removed to prevent leaking of information, apparently. (hahahahaha) (Translated from Japanese) Good evening. Today, I participated in the recording for Koshi Inaba's new solo album ♪ This time I was playing the
- [Tak Matsumoto featured in Kine Naoto's New Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/06/tak-matsumoto-featured-in-kine-naotos-new-album/) - Kine Naoto has been famous in the 80's with the band TM Network, which he also founded together with Komuro Tetsuya and Utsunomiya Takashi in 1983. Tak Matsumoto also used to support TM Network with his guitar skills by producing some songs that involved an electric guitar. To no surprise it seems that Kine Naoto
- ["Koshi Inaba x Kei Nishikori Special Conversation" Trailer and "TROPHY" Teaser](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/26/「koshi-inaba-x-kei-nishikori-special-conversation」-trailer-and-「trophy」-teaser/) - Pay-TV channel WOWOW is teasing the upcoming special conversation between Koshi Inaba and Japanese tennis player Kei Nishikori, to be aired on December 31 on the very same channel. "TROPHY" from INABA/SALAS upcoming album CHUBBY GROOVE plays in the background, as it serves as the theme song to WOWOW's 2017 series of tennis broadcasts. A
- ["Real Thing Shakes" Retrospective](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/08/real-thing-shakes-retrospective/) - With this being the 25th anniversary year for B'z, we have decided to run a series of retrospectives throughout the year celebrating the band's achievements and accomplishments. Essentially, we will be providing extensive write-ups on certain B'z albums, singles, tours, and related subjects on a regular basis for the entire year. All articles pertaining to
- [New Song "PRAY" Announced as Movie Theme](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/07/06/new-song-pray-announced-as-movie-theme/) - It was announced on the official site earlier today that B'z will be supplying the theme to a new theatrical release in Japan, with their song "PRAY." The movie entitled "TAJOMARU" stars Oguri Shun in the lead role and is due out in mid-September. As you may know, PRAY isn't scheduled for release on the
- [Messages from Tak & Koshi](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/02/25/messages-from-tak-koshi/) - Naturally, with the release of GLORY DAYS on DVD (orderable from CDJapan & YesAsia), Tak & Koshi have posted new messages for the faithful. Translations after the jump. B'z Live Gym Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- We had the happiest 20th anniversary thanks to all of you! I really appreciate you all! Please take a look
- [Martin Fougerol Directing "Ichibu to Zenbu" PV (DIVE as well?)](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/07/09/martin-fougerol-directing-ichibu-to-zenbu-pv-dive-as-well/) - Digging in a few japanese blogs, I found out that apparently while the PV was aired on Mezamashi TV in the morning, it was mentioned that Martin Fougerol, who is well-known for directing music videos for bands such as U2, is directing the "Ichibu to Zenbu" PV(Promotional Video/Music Video). Martin Fougerol also directed the PV for
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/01/28/「bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-xxv-best-」release-message/) - Tomorrow, B'z will officially release their homevideo package of their 25th anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER. Just like with every other release, the band has released a message for their fans commemorating the release. That summer is still ongoing!! Please get excited again while watching the video! Koshi Inaba B'z 25th year
- ["RUN" Retrospective](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/28/run-retrospective/) - With this being the 25th anniversary year for B'z, we have decided to run a series of retrospectives throughout the year celebrating the band's achievements and accomplishments. Essentially, we will be providing extensive write-ups on certain B'z albums, singles, tours, and related subjects on a regular basis for the entire year. All articles pertaining to
- [<i>Koshi Inaba Live 2016 ~enIII~</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/06/「koshi-inaba-live-2016-eniii」release-message/) - Koshi's latest solo tour「Koshi Inaba Live 2016 ~enIII~」was released on DVD and Blu-ray on August 3, 2016. To commemorate the release, Koshi has as usual released a message for the fans. Check it out below!
- [<i>Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage- at Nippon Budokan</i>Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/09/25/「tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-at-nippon-budokan」release-message/) - Tak Matsumoto's recent solo tour 「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」 is finally out on DVD and Blu-ray! To commemorate the release, Tak has as usual released a message for his fans. Check it out below.
- [Tak in The Alfee's Takamizawa New Solo Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/19/tak-in-the-alfees-takamizawa-new-solo-album/) - The Alfee's member Takamizawa Toshihiko will release his new solo album, Fantasia, on August 25th, and Tak is credited as guest musician. Tracklist or other credits details aren't available yet, so stay tuned for further news
- [<i>New Horizon</i> Wiki Article Now Completed!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/01/「new-horizon」-wiki-article-now-completed/) - Our full B'z Wiki article is now available for Tak Matsumoto's brand new studio album, New Horizon! Every facet of the album is covered, from the origins of the tracks to the supporting members involved. Come give it a read to learn more about Tak's latest work!
- [B'z Media Rampage](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/11/bz-media-rampage/) - There's a lot of good news today, folks! For everyone who's following me on Twitter, I bet you already know all this :P So... first of all, a C'mon themed site has opened and on it, various awesome things are revealed: 1) The Los Angeles performance will be streamed live on UStream! The channel is
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- Stadium Tour Schedule, Support Members & Tour Logo Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/26/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-stadium-tour-schedule-support-members-tour-logo-revealed/) - Following the announcement of the hall/arena part of the band's LIVE-GYM 2015 tour in October last year, B'z has finally announced the stadium tour schedule. Furthermore, the tour logo for the upcoming LIVE-GYM has been posted, which features a Las Vegas'esque vibe. Takanobu Masuda (Keyboards), Shane Gaalaas (Drums), Barry Sparks (Bass) and Ohga Yoshinobu (Supporting
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 3/21 & 3/22 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/22/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-321-322-setlist/) - Here's the set list for the two B'z shows at the Sundome Fukui! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Sundome Fukui March 21st, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3. Amari ni mo 4. Exit To The Sun 5. Black Coffee 6. TIME
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 3/28 & 3/29 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/29/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-328-329-setlist/) - Here's the set list for the two B'z shows at the Miyagi Sekisui Heim Super Arena! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Miyagi Sekisui Heim Super Arena March 28th, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3. Amari ni mo 4. Exit To The
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 4/2 & 4/4 & 4/5 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/04/07/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-42-44-45-setlist/) - Here's the set list for the three B'z shows at the Yokohama Arena! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Yokohama Arena April 2nd, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3. Amari ni mo 4. Exit To The Sun 5. Black Coffee 6. TIME
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 4/11 & 4/12 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/04/12/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-411-412-setlist/) - Here's the setlist for the two B'z shows at the Ecopa Arena! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Ecopa Arena April 11th, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3. Amari ni mo 4. Exit To The Sun 5. Black Coffee 6. TIME 7.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- Yokohama Arena (4/2) Live Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/04/12/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-yokohama-arena-42-live-report/) - B'z has finally kicked off another tour, and this time it's an album tour in support of their latest album, EPIC DAY. Last time, I went to their 25th anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER-. My expectations were high, of course, as I am used to great shows by B'z. So this time
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 4/22 & 4/23 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/04/24/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-422-423-setlist/) - Here's the setlist for the two B'z shows at Asty Tokushima! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Asty Tokushima April 22nd, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3. Amari ni mo 4. Exit To The Sun 5. Black Coffee 6. TIME 7. love
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 4/17 & 4/18 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/04/24/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-417-418-setlist/) - Here's the setlist for the two B'z shows at Hiroshima Green Arena! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] 「RED」 was played for the first time during the Ending SE instead of 「Hitori Ja Nai Kara -Theme Of LIVE-GYM-」. The "C" from "EPIC" ("C" for Carp...) would light up red and
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-</i> DVD & Blu-ray Digest](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/19/「bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-」dvd-blu-ray-digest/) - There's less than a week left until the release of B'z latest live tour「B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」 on DVD and Blu-ray. A digest video detailing all performances included in the release has today been made available on the band's official YouTube channel. We have mirrored it here for your viewing pleasure!
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/08/bz-official-live-gym-page-update/) - BZ-LIVEGYM.COM has been updated to include the latest impressions on the last two ACTION concerts in Nagano Big Hat on May 4 & 5. Check em out by clicking HERE. As always, click on "ARENA LIVE REPORT" and select the latest entry from the list. Enjoy! Stay tuned for tomorrow's set list if there happen
- [B'z New Song "RED" For Hiroshima Toyo Carp's Pitcher Kuroda](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/24/bz-new-song-「red」for-hiroshima-toyo-carps-pitcher-kuroda/) - This morning, newspapers are reporting that B'z has written a song specifically for Hiroshima Toyo Carp's pitcher Hiroki Kuroda. The song will be played when Kuroda makes an appearance on the mound. His first appearance is scheduled to be during the match on March 29th, which is probably also the first chance we'll get to
- [First Glimpse at "RED"](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/29/first-glimpse-at-「red」/) - Today, Hiroshima Toyo Carp's pitcher Hiroki Kuroda made his first appearance on the mound. Fans have of course caught everything on tape, and you can hear how 「RED」 is cued once his name is announced! This one is the clearest version we could find. Enjoy the video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I7JddjjXP8
- [B'z New Single "RED" Coming June 10th!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/04/23/bz-new-single-「red」-coming-june-10th/) - As was previously reported, a new B'z song entitled 「RED」 recently debuted as the mound theme for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp's pitcher Hiroki Kuroda. Today, the official website revealed that the song would become the band's 52nd single with a release date of June 10th, 2015. The song has also been played during the band's
- [Tak Matsumoto and TAKURO Collaborate For TUBE's New Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/05/01/tak-matsumoto-and-takuro-collaborate-for-tubes-new-album/) - Tak Matsumoto and GLAY's TAKURO join hands to produce a new song for TUBE's 30th anniversary album 「Your TUBE+My TUBE」, set to release on June 17th, 2015. The title is 「LOVE BEACH」 and the music was written by Tak Matsumoto while the lyrics were written by GLAY's TAKURO. A comment from Tak Matsumoto Congratulations on your 30th
- ["RED" Commercial On Air & SKY PerfecTV! Baseball Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/05/15/「red」-commercial-on-air-sky-perfectv-baseball-commercials/) - As the release of the band's 52nd single titled 「RED」 is forthcoming, TV commercials have started airing throughout Japan. You can check it out below! Furthermore, the band has announced today, that 「RED」 will be featured in SKY PerfecTV!'s Baseball TV commercials. Three versions were produced for broadcasting: A 30 second one that is broadcasted
- [Additional B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- Shows Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/05/24/additional-bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-shows-announced/) - Four additional shows have just been announced for the ongoing B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- tour. These four shows will be part of B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -epic night-. Yes, you read that right: "epic night" in lowercase letters. A fanclub draw will not be available for these shows due to the announcement being very short
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- Hall & Arena Tour Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/05/24/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-hall-arena-tour-report/) - After twenty-seven shows over two months, B'z have just wrapped up the hall and arena leg of their latest tour, B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-, with a two-night showing at Okinawa Convention Center. We published a full live report on the April 2nd show in Yokohama here that you may wish to read to get
- ["RED" Social Network Campaign](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/05/24/「red」-social-network-campaign/) - The band has launched a social network campaign, which will be conducted on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The campaign runs from May 23 to June 14 23:59. You can find more details regarding the respective social networks below. Facebook / Twitter Post your versification beginning with "R" "E" and "D"! From all published posts, a
- ["RED" Short Version MV On Air & Promotion Start in Hiroshima](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/04/「red」-short-version-mv-on-air-promotion-start-in-hiroshima/) - With under one week until the release of 「RED」, music channels have started airing the short version of the music video, which basically is the first half of the song. Furthermore, promotion for the new single has started in the streets of Hiroshima. Trams are decorated with posters advertising the new single. Check out the
- ["RED" Release Message & Lyrics Translated!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/10/「red」-release-message-lyrics-translated/) - B'z 52nd single 「RED」 is officially out today, and has already sold 71,001 copies pre-release day, topping the Oricon daily chart. As usual, Tak and Koshi turn to their fans and released a message celebrating the release of their new CD. We have translated it for you — as always! Don't forget to check out
- [[UPDATE 6/14] EPIC NIGHT Stadium Tour Kicks Off in Tokyo](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/14/epic-night-stadium-tour-kicks-off-in-tokyo/) - [UPDATE 6/14: Added Setlist for 6/14 show] The stadium part of the EPIC NIGHT tour has kicked off in Tokyo at the Ajinomoto Stadium today. And we have the setlist right here for you! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [UPDATE 6/14: The setlist remained the same as the June
- [B'z Headlining ROCKROCK 20th Anniversary Show With LOUDNESS](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/15/bz-headlining-rockrock-20th-anniversary-show-with-loudness/) - ROCKROCK, the famous rock bar in Osaka, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The bar has been visited by countless rock bands touring Japan, including B'z. They are celebrating the anniversary with a special show called 「ROCK BEYOND ROCK」 held at Zepp Namba in Osaka on July 7. Japanese heavy-metal band LOUDNESS was the
- [NEW ALBUM <i>EPIC DAY</i> TV Commercial](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/02/13/new-album-「epic-day」-tv-commercial/) - Their new album is out in under a month and tv commercials have started airing for the upcoming album! Check it out below.
- [B'z Interview & Cover of <i>WHAT'S IN?</i> March 2015 Issue](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/02/13/bz-interview-cover-of-whats-in-march-2015-issue/) - For the first time in 10 years, B'z is on the front cover of an issue of the WHAT'S IN? magazine. This particular issue features a special interview with B'z which will detail all the tracks on their new upcoming album「EPIC DAY」, including 「Endless Summer」, which is the B-side to the recently released single「Uchouten」. The
- [Tak Matsumoto On Shane Gaalaas' New Album <i>Bitter Suites from the Red Room</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/02/tak-matsumoto-on-shane-gaalaas-new-album-「bitter-suites-from-the-red-room」/) - Shane Gaalaas is going to release his new solo instrumental album titled 「Bitter Suites from the Red Room」 in Japan on April 1st. The album will feature 9 tracks, including the track 「Grind 2.0 (The Salacious Elixir)」 on which Tak Matsumoto plays the guitar solo. Otherwise, all instruments were played and recorded by Shane Gaalaas
- ["Classmate" & "Kimi wo Ki ni Shinai Hi Nado" Short Version Music Videos Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/02/「classmate」-「kimi-wo-ki-ni-shinai-hi-nado」-short-version-music-videos-revealed/) - With the release of B'z new album 「EPIC DAY」 drawing near, the remaining two short version music videos for 「Classmate」 and 「Kimi wo Ki ni Shinai Hi Nado」 have been posted on B'z Official YouTube channel. Check them out!
- [Gibson Custom To Release TAK MATSUMOTO FIREBIRD](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/02/gibson-custom-to-release-tak-matsumoto-firebird/) - Gibson Custom has announced that it will be releasing Tak Matsumoto's latest signature guitar, the Gibson Firebird. The guitar will go on sale in Japan in the middle of March to early April and will have a suggested retail price of 698,000 Yen. But don't let that scare you. Retailers such as Ikebe Gakki have
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2015 -Shimonoseki Uchouten NIGHT- Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/05/bz-showcase-2015-shimonoseki-uchouten-night-announced/) - This morning an ad for a SHOWCASE show has been posted in a local newspaper in Yamaguchi prefecture. The SHOWCASE is held in Shimonoseki at the Shimonoseki Shimin Kaikan on March 9th, just two days prior to the LIVE-GYM kicking off. SHOWCASE shows always serve as a warm-up gig for the upcoming tour and an
- [<i>EPIC DAY</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/05/「epic-day」-release-message/) - B'z 19th studio album 「EPIC DAY」 is finally out and, as usual, Tak and Koshi have posted a message commemorating the release.
- [<i>EPIC DAY</i> Debuts Atop Oricon Daily Albums Chart!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/05/「epic-day」-debuts-atop-oricon-daily-albums-chart/) - The nineteenth studio album by B'z has just seen its official release with initial sales numbers beginning to roll in. Oricon is reporting that 「EPIC DAY」 has premiered at the top of their daily album charts with a massive total of 118,540 copies moved in Tuesday pre-sales. The album will see wide availability on Wednesday and
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2015 -Shimonoseki Uchouten NIGHT- Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/09/bz-showcase-2015-shimonoseki-uchouten-night-setlist/) - The warm-up gig for the upcoming tour has come to a close and fan reports keep pouring in regarding the setlist. The actual tour will kick off on March 11, at the Harmonie Cinq Kitakyushu! Feel free to check it out after the break! [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z SHOWCASE 2015 -Shimonoseki
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- Tour Goods Revealed!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/09/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-tour-goods-revealed/) - The tour merchandise for the「B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」tour in support of their latest studio album has been revealed today! The official merchandise will also be available for purchase at B'z The Store at a later date. Even if you don't have a ticket, you can go to the merchandise booth and buy merchandise! Check
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 3/11 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/11/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-311-setlist/) - The first show of the「B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」tour has come to an end and we've got the setlist right here for you! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Harmonie Cinq Kitakyushu Soleil Hall March 11th, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- 3/13 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/13/bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-313-setlist/) - Here's the set list for B'z show at the Iki Bunka Hall! Check it out below. [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] [SETLIST SPOILER WARNING] B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT- at Iki Bunka Hall March 13th, 2015 Setlist 1. Uchouten 2. NO EXCUSE 3. Amari ni mo 4. Exit To The Sun 5. Black Coffee 6. TIME
- ["Kimi wo Ki ni Shinai Hi Nado" Featured In Huis Ten Bosch Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/20/「kimi-wo-ki-ni-shinai-hi-nado」-featured-in-huis-ten-bosch-commercials/) - On March 14th, it was announced that「Kimi wo Ki ni Shinai Hi Nado」will serve as the background music to the latest version of the Huis Ten Bosch theme park TV commercials. Check it out below!
- [<i>EPIC DAY</i> Digital Download Available 3/25](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/03/20/「epic-day」-digital-download-available-325/) - While「EPIC DAY」has been in stores since March 4th, the album hasn't made it to digital channels yet. But this is about to change as it was announced that「EPIC DAY」will be available right now on BEING GIZA STUDIO's smartphone and Chaku Uta Full stores. Furthermore, the album will be available on Japanese iTunes and other digital
- [New Song "Exit To The Sun" Theme Song to NHK Drama](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/11/13/new-song「exit-to-the-sun」theme-song-to-nhk-drama/) - The wait is finally over! Well, to an extent, at least. The band has just announced that their new song「Exit To The Sun」will be featured as the theme song to the upcoming NHK Drama「Dark Suit」starring Takumi Saito. The drama is set to air on November 22nd at 9PM, which is next week on Saturday! A
- [B'z New Single "Uchouten" 1/14 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/02/bz-new-single「uchouten」114-out/) - The hype has arrived! First bits from the morning newspaper just got in! B'z is going to release their 51st single「Uchouten」on January 14th, 2015! The song is going to be featured in Nihon TV's upcoming drama "Gakkou no Kaidan", which is set to air in January. Additionally, the new single comes with Endless Summer as
- [New Album <i>EPIC DAY</i> Coming Soon & LIVE-GYM 2015 Tour Title!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/02/new-album「epic-day」coming-soon-live-gym-2015-tour-title/) - In addition to their new single, B'z has also announced that their new album「EPIC DAY」is coming soon!! We can only guess that we are probably looking at a February release date! Furthermore, 「Exit To The Sun」and「NO EXCUSE」will most definitely be featured on the album, too! The title for the upcoming LIVE-GYM tour to coincide with
- [B'z To Perform At Music Station Super Live 2014 On Dec 26th](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/05/bz-to-perform-at-music-station-super-live-2014-on-dec-26th/) - Word just got out that B'z is going to perform at the Music Station Super Live 2014 on December 26th! We don't know which song(s) they are going to perform, but perhaps we are going to see the first televised performance of their new single「Uchouten」?! We will provide you with details once the show has
- [B'z Performing On <i>CDTV Special! New Year Premium Live 2014 -> 2015</i> Dec 31st](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/17/bz-performing-on「cdtv-special-new-year-premium-live-2014-2015」dec-31st/) - In addition to the already planned performances on「Music Station Super Live 2014」and「LIVE MONSTER」, the band has announced that they are going to perform on the CDTV new year countdown special. The「CDTV Special! New Year Premium Live 2014 -> 2015」will air on December 31st, 2014 11:45 PM on TBS. The official fanclub B'z Party is also
- ["Uchouten" Pre-Order Bonus Designs Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/17/「uchouten」pre-order-bonus-designs-revealed/) - The designs for the pre-order bonus you receive, when pre-ordering B'z upcoming 51st single「Uchouten」, have been revealed. At the top, you will find two poster designs you can choose from when you pre-ordered the new single in a store in Japan. At the bottom, you will find the alternate cover design you will receive if
- ["Uchouten" TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/20/「uchouten」tv-commercial-on-air/) - The first TV commercial for B'z upcoming new single「Uchouten」aired today during Detective Conan. The video itself might be part of the music video, which we expect will be posted very soon!
- [B'z Performing On <i>Shinnen Dakara Kantetsu de Ongaku Night</i> 1/3](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/22/bz-performing-on「shinnen-dakara-kantetsu-de-ongaku-night」jan-3rd/) - More TV appearance news are out! The band has announced that they will be performing on Fuji TV's「Shinnen Dakara Kantetsu De Ongaku Night」scheduled to air January 3rd, 2015 from 12:50AM to 4:50AM. B'z is listed only as a "Live Guest" and not as a "Live & Talk Guest". Therefore, there will probably be no interview
- [Tak Matsumoto & Slash On <i>Young Guitar</i> Cover & Special Feature](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/01/tak-matsumoto-slash-on「young-guitar」cover-special-feature/) - With the beginning of the new year, it has been revealed that the February issue (out January 10th) of the Japanese guitar magazine「Young Guitar」will feature Tak Matsumoto and Slash together on the cover. The special issue for the new year includes a special talk session with both guitarists! You can order the magazine at CDJapan
- [[UPDATE] B'z To Perform For the First Time On <i>LIVE MONSTER</i> Jan. 18th](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/12/bz-to-perform-for-the-first-time-on「live-monster」jan-18th/) - The band is going to perform on Nippon TV's show「LIVE MONSTER」for the first time. On the show, B'z are going to perform their new single「Uchouten」as well as another all-time fan favorite song. What that song may be, is unclear. The show is airing on January 18th, 2015 at 11:30PM on Nippon TV. [UPDATE] The second
- ["Uchouten" Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/14/「uchouten」-release-message/) - To commemorate the release of their 51st single, Tak and Koshi have as usual released a message for their fans!
- [New Song "Amari ni mo" Featured In H.I.S. Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/15/new-song-「amari-ni-mo」-featured-in-h-i-s-commercials/) - B'z latest single 「Uchouten」 was just released, and here we get more information about new songs! This song is called 「Amari ni mo」 (Too much) and is featured in H.I.S. latest line of commercials. The commercial will start airing in Japan from today, January 16th. It is very likely an album tune. Shouldn't be much
- [B'z Score 47th Consecutive #1 Single with "Uchouten"!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/20/bz-score-47th-consecutive-1-single-with-uchouten/) - With its first week on sale drawing to a close, it has been confirmed that "Uchouten" has become the latest B'z single to debut at the top of the Weekly Oricon Singles and Billboard Hot Singles charts in Japan. The single sold over 134,000 copies in its first week. This extends their record of consecutive
- [TM Network's Naoto Kine Confesses He Couldn't Play Guitar, It Was All Tak Matsumoto](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/29/tm-networks-naoto-kine-confesses-he-couldnt-play-guitar-it-was-all-tak-matsumoto/) - On a variety show that aired on Japanese channel MBS last night, TM Network's Naoto Kine confessed that during the first years of the band, he couldn't play guitar at all. TM Network rose to fame with their hit song "GET WILD" which was released in 1987. Kine was originally a keyboardist, but so was
- [Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014 -New Horizon- Tour Merchandise Available In B'z The Store](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/29/tak-matsumoto-live-2014-new-horizon-tour-merchandise-available-in-bz-the-store/) - Have you been craving to get that nice looking tour shirt? Well, now you can! The merchandise for Tak Matsumoto's on-going tour, Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014 -New Horizon-, has been added to the official online store, B'z The Store.
- [Koshi Inaba and Masaharu Fukuyama Talk UFC](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/29/koshi-inaba-and-masaharu-fukuyama-talk-ufc/) - Are you a UFC fan? Well, then you're most definitely going to like this. Koshi is in fact a very huge fan of UFC. The whole talk came about when Koshi wanted to publish some kind of talk on his newly created official website "en-zine", a website where he wants to publish things he hasn't
- [Minoru Niihara And Koshi Inaba Talk Being A Vocalist](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/28/minoru-niihara-and-koshi-inaba-talk-being-a-vocalist/) - The second video part of Koshi's talk series has been posted on his official website. This time, Koshi sits down with LOUDNESS' current vocalist Minoru Niihara and talks about being a vocalist. In the talk hosted by music critic Masa Ito, both vocalists talk about the strict training they have to undergo in order to
- [Tak Matsumoto <i>New Horizon</i> Scheduled For September 9th Release?](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/28/tak-matsumoto「new-horizon」scheduled-for-september-9th-release/) - As we previously reported, Amazon.com listed Tak Matsumoto's「New Horizon」for a July 8th release in the U.S., however, Amazon.com now lists it slated for a September 9th release. Official confirmation has yet to surface as 335 Records lists the album as "coming soon" on their website. I did some further digging, and also found a possible
- [Gibson Brands Showroom Opens In Tokyo](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/07/01/gibson-brands-showroom-opens-in-tokyo/) - Today, the opening ceremony for the new Gibson Brands Showroom was held in Tokyo. Under the motto "Play. Record. Listen.", the showroom showcases Gibson's latest and greatest guitars as well as recording and listening equipment by TEAC and Onkyo respectively. During the opening ceremony, various personalities said a few words. Tak Matsumoto was not able to
- [B'z To Resume Work In August / <i>Be With!</i> #102 Mailed Out](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/07/11/bz-to-resume-work-in-august-be-with-102-mailed-out/) - The latest issue of the B'z fanclub magazine Be With! has been mailed out to fanclub members this week and some have received it already. According to the interview contained in the magazine, B'z will resume work in the middle of August. Furthermore, Shane Gaalaas also seems to be back at work. Maybe he's cooking
- [Koshi Inaba To Release New Digital Single 7/30](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/07/24/koshi-inaba-to-release-new-digital-single-730/) - Koshi's solo tour has ended and yet he keeps releasing new songs. Today, it has been announced that Koshi Inaba will release his new digital single next week, on July 30th, 2014 at midnight. More information on the new song as well as a possible music video will be posted on Koshi's website when the
- [Koshi Inaba Digital Exclusive Single "Saturday" Out Now!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/07/29/koshi-inaba-digital-exclusive-single「saturday」out-now/) - Koshi Inaba has just released his latest digital exclusive solo single「Saturday」. The song is not new per se, but has been played during Koshi's solo tour「Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~」as fans were exiting the venue. It's the Ending SE to the show. A music video has also been released which features select scenes from Koshi's
- [Tak Matsumoto Appears As Guest On Bayfm Special Program](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/08/29/tak-matsumoto-appears-as-guest-on-bayfm-special-program/) - While we're still waiting for some news from B'z, Vermillion has announced that Tak Matsumoto will be guest on bayfm's 25th anniversary special program. On the show called "POWER OF RADIO SPIRITS", Tak Matsumoto will have a talk with music critic Masa Ito. The show is broadcasted live on bayfm on September 30th from 9PM
- [<i>Be With!</i> #103 Mailed Out, LIVE-GYM Plans Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/10/10/be-with-103-mailed-out-live-gym-plans-revealed/) - B'z official fanclub B'z PARTY has just informed its members that the latest Be With! issue has been mailed out and should be arriving in everyone's mailboxes shortly. Furthermore, a survey is conducted on the B'z PARTY website as LIVE-GYM plans are underway. Fans are asked which song they haven't heard live yet but would
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 Dates Part 1 Revealed!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/10/10/bz-live-gym-2015-dates-part-1revealed/) - The first bits of information from the latest Be With! issue are already coming through on the internet, with the first part of the LIVE-GYM 2015 dates being the first! The hall part of the tour starts on March 11th, 2015 and runs through May 24th, 2015. Ticket per-orders will be available for B'z fanclub
- [Tak Matsumoto Sighted At X Japan MSG Gig](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/10/22/tak-matsumoto-sighted-at-x-japan-msg-gig/) - Visual Kei band X JAPAN has recently performed at the Madison Square Garden in New York, and Tak Matsumoto attended the show, taking a seat in the VIP section of the venue along with GLAY's Takuro. A picture surfaced on Twitter showing Tak Matsumoto and Yoshiki doing the X pose.
- [Tak Matsumoto Provides Guitar Solo For Taiwanese Movie Theme Song [Update: Music Video]](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/10/23/tak-matsumoto-provides-guitar-solo-for-taiwanese-movie-theme-song/) - Tak Matsumoto is providing the guitar solo part for the theme song to the upcoming Taiwanese movie "Second Chance", set to come into theatres on November 7th in Taiwan. The theme song is called "9 Ball" and is composed and written by Taiwanese band MayDay's guitarist. Lyrics have also been changed to fit the theme of
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Tour Finale To Be Screened Live In Japanese Cinemas](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/24/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-tour-finale-to-be-broadcasted-live-in-japanese-cinemas/) - It has just been announced that the tour finale of Koshi's upcoming tour Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ～en-ball～ will be broadcasted live in select cinemas across Japan. The tour finale will take place on June 20th. Tickets for the so-called "live viewing" can be pre-ordered through LAWSON, and will later also be available at Ticket
- [<i>New Horizon</i> US Version Out July 8th!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/27/「new-horizon」us-version-out-july-8th/) - The US version of Tak Matsumoto's upcoming album「New Horizon」is set to be released on July 8th, 2014. Amazon.com lists the album to be released on that date. Additionally, the description reads: This album is Tak's second solo project released in the US. Tak is no stranger to the smooth jazz genre. Tak's 2012 release "Strings
- [<i>New Horizon</i> Special Campaign Website Goes Live](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/27/「new-horizon」special-campaign-website-goes-live/) - With the release of Tak Matsumoto's new album 「New Horizon」just around the corner, the special campaign website just went live with detailed instructions on how to take part in the lottery for one out of 300 「New Horizon」 limited edition vinyl LPs. Each copy of 「New Horizon」ships with a card that contains a 16 digit
- [Koshi Inaba Interviewed About New Album in Magazines](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/02/koshi-inaba-interviewed-about-new-album-in-magazines/) - As Tak Matsumoto recently released his new solo album, Koshi Inaba also picks up his media presence by promoting his upcoming album 「Singing Bird」set to release on May 21st--in 19 days. Interviews with Koshi Inaba regarding his new album are set to be published in the following magazines: Ongaku to Hito: May 2nd Rolling Stone
- [All Song Samples Now Available on the B'z Wiki](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/03/song-samples-now-available-on-bz-wiki/) - Have you ever been reading the B'z Wiki and wanted to hear the song you were reading about? Maybe as a reminder or as your first exposure, or even just to hear an old favorite one more time? Well, now you can! After a great deal of work and experimentation, you can now sample each
- [New Article: "girigiri chop" Added to B'z Wiki](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/04/new-article-girigiri-chop-added-to-bz-wiki/) - A long-requested article has finally found its way onto the B'z Wiki! This latest update is for the band's twenty-sixth single, "girigiri chop", released in 1999. The song was coupled with a B-side that would go on to comparable popularity—both of which were featured in the Detective Conan anime franchise in the year of release.
- [Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014  -New Horizon- Tour Merchandise](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/07/tak-matsumoto-live-2014-new-horizon-tour-merchandise/)
- [New Article: "FIREBALL" Added to B'z Wiki](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/07/new-article-「fireball」-added-to-bz-wiki/) - It's time for another B'z Wiki update, and this one for one of the band's more unique singles: FIREBALL. This, the band's twenty-second single, was released in 1997 and is one-of-a-kind, as for this release, B'z did not use computers or synthesizers to develop the sound of the two included tracks. Click here to read
- [Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014  -New Horizon- Motion Blue Yokohama Day 1 Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/10/tak-matsumoto-live-2014-new-horizon-motion-blue-yokohama-set-list/) - Tak Matsumoto's first true solo tour in support of his recently released new album「New Horizon」kicked off today at the Motion Blue Yokohama. And we have the set list right here for you! Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014 -New Horizon- at Motion Blue Yokohama (May 10th) Motion Blue Yokohama 1st show 01. New Horizon 02. Take 5
- [<i>Singing Bird</i> TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/10/「singing-bird」tv-commercial-on-air/) - Koshi Inaba's forthcoming solo album 「Singing Bird」is set to come out in 11 days and today they started airing the TV commercial for it. It features footage of the music video to "oh my love", one of the songs on the album. Check it out!
- [Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014  -New Horizon- Motion Blue Yokohama Day 2 Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/11/tak-matsumoto-live-2014-new-horizon-motion-blue-yokohama-day-2-set-list/) - It's the second day of Tak Matsumoto's first true solo tour in support of his recently released new album「New Horizon」at the Motion Blue Yokohama! By the way, you could order a "New Horizon" or "That's Cool" cocktail at the bar there! Here's the set list: Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014 -New Horizon- at Motion Blue Yokohama
- [<i>B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-</i> TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/01/04/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-xxv-best-tv-commercial-on-air/) - The first TV commercial for the upcoming release of “B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-” was aired during Detective Conan today. Check it out below! [
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER Lyrics & Translations](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/01/28/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-lyrics-translations/) - It's that time of year again, when B'z have released their latest home video package to the great anticipation of every fan. This time around, the band have offered up B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-, a DVD and Blu-ray release that showcases their recent 25th anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS
- [Tak Matsumoto Provides Song for Sagawa's Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/02/19/tak-matsumoto-provides-song-for-sagawas-commercial/) - One of Tak Matsumoto's songs from the upcoming solo album is being used for transportation company Sagawa's latest line of TV commercials. Further details have yet to surface regarding the album's release date and title. You can check out the two commercials below. Looks like this is going to be a Jazz album! :)
- [Koshi Inaba Official Website "en-zine" Goes Live 2/26](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/02/19/koshi-inaba-official-website-en-zine-goes-live-226/) - Looks like this year it is time for some solo projects! Koshi Inaba will finally get his own official website, which will go live on February 26th at midnight. (Japan Time) The site will be gradually updated to feature new information on Koshi Inaba's works. The first update will give us a glimpse of Koshi's
- [Koshi Inaba Website Launched & New Digital Single Out Now!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/02/25/koshi-inaba-website-launched-new-digital-single-out-now/) - Now that B'z have wrapped up their massive 25th anniversary year and recently released its epic home video to tap things off, the team are taking a break for a few months to concentrate on solo efforts before they reconvene for B'z activities. Today, Koshi has launched a brand new solo website and with it
- [Koshi Inaba "Nensho" Music Video Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/03/05/koshi-inaba-nensho-music-video-subtitled/) - Click here to view the full romanized, kanji, and English lyrics
- [Tak Matsumoto New Album <i>New Horizon</i> 2014/04/30 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/03/07/tak-matsumoto-new-album-new-horizon-20140430-out/) - Tak Matsumoto has announced the release date for his highly anticipated new solo album today. The title is going to be New Horizon, and just as the title implies, it's an album containing a variety of new sounds brought forth by the countless possibilities of instrumental music. The song "New Horizon", featured in transportation company
- [Koshi Inaba Digital Exclusive Single "Nakinagara" Out Now!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/03/25/koshi-inaba-digital-single-「nakinagara」-out-now/) - Hot on the heels of last month's digital debut from Koshi Inaba comes the soulful ballad "Nakinagara" (泣きながら)! The follow-up to "Nensho" is likewise a digital exclusive single available on all major Japanese digital platforms for 250 yen. A full music video was also uploaded to the B'z YouTube channel here. Along with the release, the
- [Koshi Inaba "Nakinagara" Music Video Subtitled](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/03/28/koshi-inaba-nakinagara-music-video-subtitled/) - Click here to view the full romanized, kanji, and English lyrics
- [Tak Matsumoto's <i>New Horizon</i> in the Media](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/14/tak-matsumotos-「new-horizon」in-the-media/) - Select music magazines will cover Tak Matsumoto's upcoming album「New Horizon」in the coming days/weeks. In particular, Tak will be on the cover of the upcoming issue of JAZZ JAPAN, Player and Guitar Magazine. In addition, these magazines contain an interview regarding Tak Matsumoto's new solo album. Furthermore, Tak Matsumoto will make guest appearances on select radio
- [Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014 -New Horizon- Tour Logo Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/16/tak-matsumoto-live-2014-new-horizon-tour-logo-revealed/) - The tour logo for Tak Matsumoto's solo tour in support of his upcoming album 「New Horizon」has been revealed. The logo is consistent with the art we see on New Horizon's cover: It contains the shape of a Gibson Firebird. And that's because Tak had Gibson build him a custom Gibson Firebird prototype which he used
- [<i>New Horizon</i> Special Campaign Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/18/「new-horizon」special-campaign-announced/) - As the release of Tak Matsumoto's upcoming new solo album 「New Horizon」draws near, details for the previously announced special campaign to tie in with the release have been announced. Every copy of 「New Horizon」will come with a special card that will allow you to take part in a drawing to win one of 300「New Horizon」limited
- ["New Horizon" TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/19/「new-horizon」tv-commercial-on-air/)
- ["Rain" TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/21/「rain」tv-commercial-on-air/)
- [B'z Score 48th Consecutive #1 Single with "RED"!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/16/bz-score-48th-consecutive-1-single-with-red/) - With its first week on sale drawing to a close, it has been confirmed that "RED" has become the latest B'z single to debut at the top of the Weekly Oricon Singles charts in Japan. The single sold over 157,000 copies in its first week. This extends their record of consecutive number one singles to
- [-epic night- Merchandise Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/16/epic-night-merchandise-revealed/) - The official merchandise for the upcoming B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -epic night- shows has been announced. There will be one exclusive T-shirt featuring the -epic night- logo as well as Tak and Koshi. This T-shirt is sold exclusively at the B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -epic night- shows, and will not be available for purchase at the stadium
- [LIVE-GYM 2015 -epic night- Zepp Namba and Zepp DiverCity Setlists!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/06/22/live-gym-2015-epic-night-zepp-namba-and-zepp-divercity-setlists/) - The first two shows of the additionally announced shows have come to a close! Expectations were high for said shows, as fans were expecting these shows to potentially turn into a treasure trove for rarely performed songs. Koshi also made clear in an MC, why they added these shows: "There was a huge gap between
- [[UPDATE] Koshi Provides Theme Song For <i>Ryu Ga Gotoku Kiwami</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/10/01/koshi-provides-theme-song-for-ryu-ga-gotoku-kiwami/) - Koshi provides the theme song to the latest game in the highly acclaimed "Ryu Ga Gotoku"("Yakuza") series, called "Kiwami". Kiwami is essentially a full remake of the first "Ryu Ga Gotoku" game originally released on the PlayStation 2 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the game series. The game will be available for the PlayStation
- [[UPDATE] Tak Matsumoto Provides 2 Songs for Documentary TV Show](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/10/01/tak-matsumoto-provides-2-songs-for-documentary-tv-show/) - Tak Matsumoto has announced that he will provide the opening and ending themes to the TBS show "The World Heritage", which receives an overhaul commemorating its 20th anniversary. The first broadcast is scheduled for October 4th, 2015 at 6 PM Japanese Time. While Tak Matsumoto has written themes for TV shows such as "Music Station"
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2015 -Shinagawa Uchouten NIGHT- Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/19/bz-showcase-2015-shinagawa-uchouten-night-setlist/) - The second SHOWCASE performance this year has come to an end, with the band ready to rock and roll at the upcoming TV Asahi Dream Festival this weekend. The show ran for a truncated setlist of only 14 tunes compared to the usual 20. As previously reported, the show was limited to B'z PARTY fanclub
- [<i>Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~</i> Debuts at #1 on Oricon Blu-ray Chart](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/25/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-debuts-at-1-on-oricon-blu-ray-chart/) - Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ has premiered at the top of the Blu-ray music charts. This is the third consecutive solo home video of Koshi's to debut at the top of the home video charts, after Koshi Inaba LIVE 2004 ~en~ did so on DVD a decade ago and Koshi Inaba LIVE 2010 ~enII~ more
- [Tak Matsumoto New Song <i>Ups and Downs</i> For Ukiyo-e Exhibition](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/01/tak-matsumoto-new-song「ups-and-downs」-for-ukiyo-e-exhibition/) - Today it has been revealed that Tak Matsumoto's new song 「Ups and Downs」 will be the image song for an upcoming exhibition at the Bunkamura Museum of Art in Tokyo. The exhibition is called "KUNIYOSHI & KUNISADA - From the Collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston" and will run from March 19, 2016
- [Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage- Dates Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/08/「tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-」-dates-announced/) - Tak Matsumoto's solo project is now in full swing as he has announced that his new album is "coming soon" for a Spring 2016 release. Furthermore, the tour in support of the album as well as the supporting band members have been announced. Unexpectedly Tak is this time not playing at small clubs such as
- [Koshi Inaba's Song "BLEED" in New <i>Ryu ga Gotoku Kiwami</i> Trailer](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/12/koshi-inabas-song-「bleed」-in-new-ryu-ga-gotoku-kiwami-trailer/) - A new trailer featuring the theme song 「BLEED」provided by Koshi Inaba was unveiled today at a special event for the upcoming game Ryu ga Gotoku ("Yakuza") Kiwami. In addition to the new trailer, part of the talk between series creator Nagoshi and Koshi was shown during the event. The full version of the talk is
- [Matsumoto Talks New Album and Tour in <i>Be With!</i> Vol. 108](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/18/matsumoto-talks-new-album-and-tour-in-be-with-vol-108/) - The interview for the next issue of the fan club-exclusive magazine Be With! (due in January) was conducted the other day. In it, Tak talks about his new album and his upcoming tour. An excerpt of the interview has been posted exclusively on the official fan club's website. Tak mentioned that his new album will
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-</i> on DVD & Blu-ray 2016.02.24!](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/31/「bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-」-on-dvd-blu-ray-2016-02-24/) - The 2015 tour that saw B'z play forty shows in five months is at last coming to home video! 「B'z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」 is scheduled for release on home video February 24th, 2016 and will be available on both DVD and Blu-ray with a retail price of 6,800 yen. The 153-minute video captures the
- [[Retrospective] 2004 — Formation of TMG, Koshi's Debut Solo Tour, "BANZAI" & "ARIGATO" Singles](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/02/bz-in-review-2004-tmg-koshis-debut-solo-tour-banzai-arigato/) - All sample videos contained in this article are publicly sourced and are reproduced here only for accessibility. Hot off the previous year's multiple tours, the band began 2004 in the studio recording new material. While the year would yield no new B'z studio album, both Koshi and Tak would embark on respective solo projects that
- [Japanese Magazine <i>PLAYER</i> "2015 Readers' Poll"](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/05/japanese-magazine-player-2015-readers-poll/) - Japanese music magazine PLAYER has published its annual readers' poll in the latest issue. Check out the ratings below. Category "Best Artist": B'z ranked 2nd Category "Best New Album": EPIC DAY ranked 2nd Category "Best Live Performance": B'z ranked 2nd Catagory "Best Vocalist": Koshi Inaba ranked 1st Category "Best Guitarist": Tak Matsumoto ranked 1st Category
- [Koshi Inaba Hosting <i>All Night Nippon GOLD</i> Radio Show 1/15](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/08/koshi-inaba-hosting-「all-night-nippon-gold」-radio-show-115/) - Koshi Inaba has announced that he will make an appearance as a radio personality on the weekly 「All Night Nippon GOLD」 radio show. He will moderate the show on January 15th and will talk about his new single 「Hane」 as well as his solo projects in general. Musicians who call themselves "Koshi fans" will make
- [[Retrospective] 2006 — Rebooting the LIVE-GYM, "Shoudou", "Yuruginai Mono Hitotsu", "SPLASH!" and <i>MONSTER</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/12/bz-in-review-2006-rebooting-the-live-gym-shoudou-yuruginai-mono-hitotsu-splash-and-monster/) - All sample videos contained in this article are publicly sourced and are reproduced here only for accessibility. With the dawn of the new year came word that B'z The Best "Pleasure II" had already sold over one million copies since its release at the end of November 2005. The band would soon begin a new
- [Koshi Inaba x Danshun Tatekawa Special Conversation](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/16/「koshi-inaba」-x-「danshun-tatekawa」-special-conversation/) - Given his recent interest in Rakugo, Koshi Inaba sat down with famous Rakugoka Danshun Tatekawa to talk about the art of Rakugo. Danshun Tatekawa is also known for his recent role in the TBS hit drama 「Shitamachi Rocket」, for those that are not familiar with Rakugo. The video is available directly on YouTube and has also been
- [Koshi Inaba Scores Fifth Consecutive No.1 Single with "Hane"](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/22/koshi-inaba-scores-fifth-consecutive-no-1-single-with-「hane」/) - Oricon—Japan's leading music sales tracking service—has announced that Koshi Inaba's latest solo single 「Hane」 has debuted at the top of the charts with 88,000 physical copies sold. This is his fifth consecutive single to do so as a solo artist, following 1998's「Tooku Made」, 2003's 「KI」, 2004's 「Wonderland」, and 2010's 「Okay」. Currently, Koshi is on tour
- [<i>Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ~en III~</i> Tour Finale Live on Hulu Japan](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/17/「koshi-inaba-live-2016-en-iii」tour-finale-live-on-hulu-japan/) - Koshi Inaba has today announced that the tour finale of his current live tour 「Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ~en III~」 will be broadcast live on Hulu Japan. Furthermore, the show will be available as video-on-demand until June 6th after its live broadcast. The live broadcast will only be viewable on PC, while the on-demand video
- [Tak Matsumoto New Album <i>enigma</i> Coming April 6th](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/29/tak-matsumoto-new-album-「enigma」-coming-april-6th/) - Tak Matsumoto has at long last revealed details regarding his forthcoming album 「enigma」. Following the reveal of its title and its rough release date on WOWOW's broadcast of this year's Grammy Awards, the full details have been released today. 「enigma」 is Tak Matsumoto's eleventh studio album and contains 14 original instrumental tracks. Additionally, a reworked
- [Koshi Inaba Signature Blues Harp Sold Exclusively to Fanclub Members](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/07/koshi-inaba-signature-blues-harp-sold-exclusively-to-fanclub-members/) - Koshi Inaba has announced today that his signature blues harp model made by German musical instrument manufacturer Hohner is going to be sold exclusively to fanclub members at the price of 15700 Japanese Yen. Koshi Inaba is the first Japanese artist and the fifth artist to have a signature model made by Hohner. Hohner's signature
- [Message from Tak Matsumoto for ZARD's 25th Anniversary](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/15/message-from-tak-matsumoto-for-zards-25th-anniversary/) - Tak Matsumoto has released a message regarding the 25th anniversary of ZARD. ZARD singer Izumi Sakai passed away in 2007 and this year would've marked her 25th anniversary since her debut as a musician. Message from Tak Matsumoto Happy 25th anniversary, ZARD! I wish you were here... The last time we've met was when I
- [Koshi Inaba New Song "YELLOW" for KOSE Commercial](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/15/koshi-inaba-new-song-「yellow」-for-kose-commercial/) - Koshi Inaba has announced today that his new song 「YELLOW」 will be featured in KOSE's new line of "Sports Beauty" commercials that advertise sun protection. The commercial (seen above) will be broadcasted nationwide in Japan from March 19th. A release date for 「YELLOW」 has yet to be announced.
- [Tak Matsumoto <i>enigma</i> TV Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/19/tak-matsumoto-「enigma」-tv-commercial-on-air/) - The TV commercial for Tak's upcoming solo album 「enigma」 has started airing from today. 「enigma」 is due for an April 6th release, with Tak's solo tour 「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」 kicking off a week later, on April 16th. The commercial seen above features the songs 「Ups and Downs」 as well as a reworked
- ["#1090 ~Million Dreams~" Becomes New <i>Music Station</i> Theme](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/31/taks-「1090-million-dreams」-new-music-station-theme/) - During last week's Music Station 3 hour special, it was revealed that Tak Matsumoto's 「#1090 ~Thousand Dreams~」 will be replaced by his reworked version 「#1090 ~Million Dreams~」as the show's theme. The latter song is also included in Tak's upcoming album 「enigma」 as a bonus track. While Tak's new version of #1090 was played for the
- [Tak Matsumoto inviting 300 lucky guests for special show](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/03/31/tak-matsumoto-inviting-300-lucky-guests-for-special-show/) - Details regarding the special campaign for Tak Matsumoto's upcoming solo album 「enigma」 have been revealed. A show dubbed "Tak Matsumoto Special Live" will take place amidst his solo tour on May 2nd. The show takes place at "Mt.RAINIER HALL SHIBUYA PLEASURE PLEASURE" in Tokyo. People who buy his new album will find a special code within
- [Message from Tak Matsumoto Commemorating <i>enigma</i> Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/04/06/message-from-tak-matsumoto-commemorating-「enigma」-release/) - Tak Matsumoto's eleventh solo studio album 「enigma」 has officially been released today. To commemorate its release, Tak has released a message for his fans. Furthermore, 「enigma」 made its debut on the daily Oricon charts on no.3, having sold 10,006 copies on the day prior to official release.
- [<i>Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-</i> Kicks Off in Nagoya](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/04/16/「tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-」-kicks-off-in-nagoya/) - Tak Matsumoto's most ambitious solo tour to date entitled 「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」 began today at Nagoya's Diamond Hall. The five date tour will culminate in a sold-out show at the Nippon Budokan with Tak's largest solo showing to date on May 7th. Some alterations to the setlist can reasonably be expected to take place;
- [Stevie Salas in Japan Recording New Koshi Inaba Solo Material](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/05/17/stevie-salas-in-japan-recording-new-koshi-inaba-solo-material/) - In a series of tweets responding to fans, American guitarist and frequent Koshi Inaba collaborator Stevie Salas has revealed he is currently in Japan contributing to the B'z singer's latest solo output. Koshi's recent commercial tie-in "YELLOW" will likely be part of this upcoming release, but no other details are available at this time. In
- [<i>Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-</i> Available On-Demand from dTV May 25](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/05/19/「tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-」-available-on-demand-from-dtv-from-may-25/) - Tak Matsumoto's tour 「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」 in support of his latest solo album 「enigma」 wrapped up this month with its tour finale at the Nippon Budokan. The tour finale was broadcasted live on the internet through the NTT DoCoMo owned streaming service dTV. While it wasn't clear when exactly the show will
- [<i>Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-</i> Nippon Budokan Tour Finale Live Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/05/22/tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-nippon-budokan-tour-finale-live-report/) - Tak Matsumoto's latest solo endeavour takes a different turn compared to his last solo album 「New Horizon」 which was inspired by his previous work with Larry Carlton. His new album 「enigma」 is the product of Tak's self-reflection regarding his career and his musicianship. Even now, it remains a mystery to him if he has become the
- [Gibson Custom Shop Releasing Tak Matsumoto 1959 Les Paul](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/07/01/gibson-custom-releasing-「gibson-tak-matsumoto-1959-les-paul」/) - Gibson has announced that they are releasing a Tak Matsumoto custom 1959 Les Paul model based on the 1959 Les Paul #9-1156 owned by Tak himself. Gibson created a digital model of Tak's guitar by using a 3D scanner, to then build it as one of their flagship models. Tak has used said guitar during
- [<i>Koshi Inaba Live 2016 ~enIII~</i> Digest Video Released](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/07/24/「koshi-inaba-live-2016-eniii」-digest-video-released/) - Koshi's upcoming home video release of his recent solo live tour 「Koshi Inaba Live 2016 ~enIII~」 is just around the corner and an official digest video has been uploaded to the official YouTube channel. The digest video also features the TV commercial that recently started airing. Furthermore, one can see that they have put a
- [<i>Be With!</i>  Vol. 110 Roundup](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/08/be-with-vol-110-roundup/) - As you've probably noticed, ever since Koshi and Tak had wrapped up their respective solo projects, it has been very quiet on the B'z front despite the announcement of a new song, "Sekai wa Anata no Iro ni Naru", which ties into the Conan franchise. The latest issue of the fanclub magazine, Be With! Vol.
- [<i>Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage- at Nippon Budokan</i> on DVD & Blu-ray 2016.09.21!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/12/「tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-at-nippon-budokan」-on-dvd-blu-ray-2016-09-21/) - Tak Matsumoto's latest live show 「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」 has finally been announced as a home video release! The release will feature the final show at the Nippon Budokan on DVD and Blu-ray, and will be out on 28th anniversary of the B'z debut: September 21st, 2016. Bonus content will feature two optional
- [B'z Working on New Album with Juan Alderete, Jason Sutter](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/16/bz-working-on-new-album-with-juan-alderete-jason-sutter/) - A recent and previously unreported blog post by noted bassist Juan Alderete confirms his involvement with a brand new B'z studio album. Longtime fans may recall Alderete's earlier stint in the studio with the band, during which he provided bass on a healthy number of ACTION tracks in 2007 and later three tracks for 2009's
- [Further New B'z Songs Found in JASRAC Database](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/27/further-new-bz-songs-found-in-jasrac-database/) - New entries in the JASRAC database (short for Japanese Society for Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers) may be giving us our next glimpse at what B'z may have in store for their upcoming album. The two new songs—like all other B'z songs listed—are attributed to Tak Matsumoto as composer and Koshi Inaba as lyricist
- [Famitsu Finds Out How B'z Made It Onto Rocksmith 2014](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/15/famitsu-finds-out-how-bz-made-it-onto-rocksmith-2014/) - Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu has interviewed Rocksmith 2014 Edition's creative director, Paul Cross, to find out more about the reasons why B'z made it onto Rocksmith 2014. Their first question was why B'z was chosen to be included in the game. Paul Cross replied "That's of course because they're one of the greatest bands on
- [B'z The Best XXV On Sale Now, New Songs Translated](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/15/bz-the-best-xxv-on-sale-now-new-songs-translated/) - It's been a long time coming, but the band's 25th anniversary campaign is officially underway! Their latest compilations, B'z The Best XXV 1988-1998 and B'z The Best XXV 1999-2012, are finally on store shelves and offer unprecedented value! Here we have, for the first time, all 50 singles the band has released, along with four
- [B'z Wraps Up Pleasure 2013 Hall Tour in Aizu](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/08/01/bz-wraps-up-pleasure-2013-hall-tour-in-aizu/) - Last night, B'z has wrapped up their hall tour with their last show at the Aizu Fugado Hall. The band's hall tour involved 19 stops all over Japan—all of which sold out in no time. The lucky few who were able to get tickets got the chance to see the band up close in a
- [Matsumoto First Japanese Artist To Receive Signature Wah Pedal](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/08/07/matsumoto-first-japanese-artist-to-receive-signature-wah-pedal/) - On August 1, it has been announced that Dunlop is going to release their first Tak Matsumoto signature wah pedal. The wah pedal called the "Tak Cry Baby" is the first signature wah pedal issued for a Japanese artist. Other notable Dunlop signature artists include Slash, Kirk Hammett and Eddie Van Halen. The Cry Baby
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- Kyocera Dome Osaka Live Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/09/23/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-kyocera-dome-osaka-live-report/) - The last time I wrote a live report, I went to the United States for the first time to see B'z for the first time. This year, I finally had saved enough money to be able to go to Japan. It was a huge dream of mine to be able to attend the PLEASURE 2013
- [B'z To Be Featured in Guitar Video Game Rocksmith 2014, Also as Downloadable Content [UPDATED 8/29]](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/08/29/bz-to-be-featured-in-guitar-video-game-rocksmith-2014/) - [UPDATE 8/29]: CNET Japan is now reporting that three more B'z songs will be available as downloadable content. They are juice, Easy Come, Easy Go!, and girigiri chop. [UPDATE 7/4]: Famitsu now also reports that Tak Matsumoto's solo work "GO FURTHER" has also been announced to be part of Rocksmith 2014 Edition. At their press conference yesterday
- [<i>B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER-</i> Nissan Stadium (9/21) Live Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/10/07/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-nissan-stadium-921-live-report/) - So, about one week later, after my first ever B'z dome concert in Osaka, which I was able to attend thanks to a friend from the UK, the fateful day approached. I'm of course talking about B'z 25th anniversary day: September 21st, 2013. 25 years ago, on that day, B'z debuted with their first single
- [B'z DLC Available Now for Rocksmith 2014 [UPDATED]](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/11/19/bz-dlc-available-now-for-rocksmith-2014/) - It's been a long time coming, but as we previously reported, B'z classic singles "girigiri chop", "Easy Come, Easy Go!" and "juice" are all now available on the Xbox marketplace as downloadable content for guitar-learning video game Rocksmith 2014! The songs will also be downloadable shortly in the PlayStation Store and on Steam, so you
- [Rocksmith 2014 Released in Japan, Message from Tak Matsumoto and Special Campaign Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/11/19/rocksmith-2014-released-in-japan-message-from-tak-matsumoto-and-special-campaign-announced/) - Hey folks, it's been a busy couple of weeks after getting back from my trip to Japan, but today is the time for some B'z updates! Rocksmith 2014 Edition was released in Japan on November 7th, 2013 and with it, a special message from Tak Matsumoto concerning the game was released. What great times we
- [Epiphone Releases Tak Matsumoto DC Standard Plus Top Aqua Blue in Japan](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/11/19/epiphone-releases-tak-matsumoto-dc-standard-plus-top-aqua-blue-in-japan/) - Epiphone has released a new Tak Matsumoto signature model in Japan: The Tak Matsumoto DC Standard Plus Top Aqua Blue. This guitar is basically an Epiphone version of the previously talked about Gibson Tak Matsumoto DC Prototype 2011 #1 which Tak Matsumoto has been using during the Pleasure 2013 tour as well as B'z LIVE-GYM
- [B'z Calendar 2014 Samples](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/11/26/bz-calendar-2014-samples/) - The official B'z fanclub has unveiled design samples of the upcoming B'z 2014 calendar. The calendar is exlcusive for B'z PARTY members and costs 2200 Yen.
- [B'z Rocks EX Theater Roppongi in Special Live](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/11/30/bz-rocks-ex-theater-roppongi-in-special-live/) - The November 30th, 2013 special live that served as the grand opening for the TV Asahi-sponsored venue of the EX Theater Roppongi has come to an end, and B'z definitely did not pull any punches on this one. Living up to the title of "special live", the band brought to the table songs no one
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-</i> 01/29 OUT!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/12/04/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-xxv-best-0129-out/) - From the moment the latest B'z tour came to an end, fans have been eagerly anticipating the home video release for their 25th anniversary nationwide tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER-. Today, we finally know when the package will be released, and much to everyone's surprise, it is coming in a bigger and better
- [B'z Party Diary Update 12/12](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/12/12/bz-party-diary-update-1212/) - From now on we will also bring you the latest updates from the B'z PARTY staff. Fanclub staff members regularly post information about the fanclub and B'z. This will also give everybody the chance to understand them if you are a member of B'z PARTY and don't speak Japanese. This diary in particular reveals the
- [New Trailer for <i>B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/12/28/new-trailer-for-bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-xxv-best/) - We have got about a month left before everyone can enjoy the latest homevideo release from the band: B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER -XXV BEST-. Recently, the band has released a new trailer detailing each song on the show's set list in about 2 minutes and 18 seconds. B’z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 ENDLESS SUMMER
- [<i>PLAYER</i> Readers' Poll 2013](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/12/29/player-readers-poll-2013/) - Japanese music magazine PLAYER has published its annual readers' poll in the latest issue. Check out the ratings below. You can find last year's readers' poll here. Category "Best Artist": B'z ranked 1st (4th in 2012, 5th in 2011, 5th in 2010, 3rd in 2009) Category "Best New Album": B'z The Best XXV 1999-2012 ranked
- [Tak Matsumoto Solo Tour 2014 Dates, New Solo Album Coming Soon](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/12/31/tak-matsumoto-solo-tour-2014-dates-new-solo-album-coming-soon/) - The new year kicks off with great news! The band has just announced the dates for Tak Matsumoto's 2014 solo live tour in support of his new solo album! No details have been mentioned about the album, but we can be sure that his new song Rain that he has performed during B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure
- [Pre-Orders For 25th Anniversary Compilation Available, Message From B'z](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/03/25/pre-orders-for-25th-anniversary-compilation-available-message-from-bz/) - B'z announced two 25th anniversary compilations this morning, which, for the first time, contain all the music videos to the singles released to date. Said releases are now available for pre-order! Be sure to reserve your copy early! 「B'z The Best XXV 1988-1998」 CDJapan [2CD Version] [2CD+DVD Version] Amazon.co.jp [2CD Version] [2CD+DVD Version] 「B'z
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2001 "ELEVEN"</i> DVD Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/03/26/live-gym-2001-eleven-dvd-release-message/) - The third of the three consecutive home video releases is finally here! Don't miss the chance to see Raging River live! As usual, B'z have released a message for their fans to coincide with the release. Rocking with short hair ain't so bad Rock On!! Tak In any case, it was very hot that day,
- ["Q&A" New Detective Conan Opening Theme Starting May 4](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/04/08/qa-new-detective-conan-opening-theme-starting-may-4/) - And the tie-in madness continues! B'z has just announced that their new song "Q&A"—which is set to be released as part of the B'z The Best XXV 1999-2012 compilation—will be the new opening theme to the anime series "Detective Conan" starting May 4th. The band has supplied opening and ending themes as well as movie themes
- [Matsumoto Visits Livejam School Again](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/04/14/matsumoto-visits-livejam-school-again/) - In 2011, we reported about a music school for teenagers called Livejam. B'z guitarist and Grammy winner Tak Matsumoto attended one of the sessions to share his experiences as a musician with young aspiring teenage musicians, who want to be rock stars someday. On April 7th, 2013, Tak paid that school another visit to talk
- [Shane Gaalaas to Release New Album, English Cover of Brotherhood Included](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/04/25/shane-gaalaas-to-release-new-album-english-cover-of-brotherhood-included/) - Shane is well-known as being practically the exclusive drummer for B'z since 2002, but what you may not know is that he is also a skilled guitarist and capable vocalist in his own right. Shane has released two previous solo albums (as well as working on a number of other projects as a drummer, including
- [Aerosmith & B'z to Perform Together On 8/8 in Tokyo](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/04/25/aerosmith-bz-to-perform-together-on-88-in-tokyo/) - B'z have announced that they are going to perform live on stage with Aerosmith on August 8th, 2013 in Tokyo. The event is called Aerosonic and will be held at the famous QVC Marine Field, which is located within the Stadium of the Chiba Lotte Marines, a Japanese baseball team. Tickets are going to be
- [Pleasure 2013 Tour Logo & Support Members Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/05/01/pleasure-2013-tour-logo-support-members-revealed/) - The logo for the upcoming 25th Anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- has been posted on the band's official website as well as the LIVE-GYM's website. It conveys the "summer feeling" very well and raises hopes for a very heated tour! Additionally, the support members for this year's tour have been announced. Unsurprisingly,
- [B'z Special LIVE at the EX Theater Roppongi 11/30](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/06/bz-special-live-at-the-ex-theater-roppongi-1130/) - Japan's TV channel TV Asahi is celebrating their 55th Anniversary this year and will open a new venue this winter called the EX THEATER ROPPONGI. To commemorate the opening of this venue, a special B'z concert is going to be conducted at the EX THEATER ROPPONGI on November 30th. Tickets can be obtained through a
- [25th Anniversary Special Digest 1988~2013 Video on YouTube](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/08/25th-anniversary-special-digest-19882013-video-on-youtube/) - Following the live broadcast of the 43 minute long 25th Anniversary Special Digest 1988~2013 on NicoNico Video, the video has also been posted on B'z Official YouTube channel. You can watch the video right here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-z9m6V9-Wc. The video presents a look back on the past 25 years of B'z career, highlighting various milestones: 1988 —
- [B'z Warming Up in Okinawa For Pleasure 2013 Tour](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/10/bz-warming-up-for-pleasure-2013-tour-in-okinawa/) - B'z has officially started their summer tour schedule with a SHOWCASE show in Nago (Okinawa)! This show, B'z SHOWCASE 2013 -Pleasure75-, is serving as a warm-up for the upcoming summer tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- that will be commemorating their 25th anniversary. For the curious: The "75" in the title represents the local, with "NA" representing
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- Tour Merchandise](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/12/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-tour-merchandise/) - The band has finally posted the official tour merchandise available for purchase at the upcoming LIVE-GYM shows. The main tour merchandise will be available for purchase at B'z The Store at a later date. As usual, we have translated them such that you can take a good look at them. Since there are a lot
- [Koshi and Tak's "My Best Album 2012"](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/12/24/koshi-and-taks-my-best-album-2012/) - Koshi and Tak have set down with Japanese magazine "WHAT's IN?" and shared their favorite albums in 2012. Interestingly enough, Tak's #5 is one of his own works: Strings Of My Soul. That's a rather odd choice. Why would he choose his own album as #5? Here are Koshi and Tak's favorite albums of 2012:
- [<i>Strings Of My Soul</i> Receives Award, PLAYER Readers' Poll 2012](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/10/strings-of-my-soul-player-readers-poll-2012/) - Tak Matsumoto's critically acclaimed Strings Of My Soul album has received the Golden Disc Award for "Instrumental Album of the Year" at the 27th annual Golden Disc Awards in Japan. The album contains Tak's selection of songs he considers his finest works and show the true nature of his sound. Furthermore, Japanese music magazine PLAYER
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2005 -CIRCLE OF ROCK-</i> DVD Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/02/28/live-gym-2005-circle-of-rock-release-message/) - B'z 25th anniversary is in full motion and we are all eagerly awaiting news of a new single and the announcement of a tour schedule. Meanwhile, the second of three consecutive releases is out now! You can order LIVE-GYM 2005 "CIRCLE OF ROCK" live on DVD on the usual websites. Tak and Koshi have released
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 -ACTION-</i> DVD & Blu-ray Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/30/live-gym-2008-action-dvd-blu-ray-release-message/) - B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" is out now on DVD and Blu-ray! Tak and Koshi have released a message for their fans concerning the long awaited home video release of this LIVE-GYM tour. Among pre-orders of upcoming releases, this home video release was ranked 2nd with only NEWS' home video release of their "LIVE TOUR 2012~Utsukushii
- [B'z LIVE-GYM PLEASURE 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- Dates Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/03/24/bz-live-gym-pleasure-2013-endless-summer-dates-announced/) - B'z has finally broken the silence regarding their tour plans and has just announced the schedule for their PLEASURE 2013 tour! Pre-orders for the hall part of the tour are set to start on April 16th 12:00 PM Japanese time, and will run until April 21st 6:00 PM Japanese time. E-Plus is conducting the pre-orders,
- [B'z To Release Two 25th Anniversary Best-Of Compilations](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/03/24/bz-to-release-two-25th-anniversary-best-of-compilations/) - At the same time, when B'z announced the schedule for their 25th anniversary tour, the band has also announced the release of two best-of compilations slated for a June 12th, 2013 release. It is a collection of all A sides of singles released by B'z to date, split into two releases: 「B'z The Best XXV
- [<i>Strings of my Soul Pre-Order</i> Bonus Detailed](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/06/11/strings-of-my-soul-pre-order-bonus-detailed/) - As the Japanese release of Strings of my Soul draws near, certain stores have announced that they will offer pre-order bonuses. These bonuses differ from store to store, but in general you will be able to get a set of postcards, a clear file holder or a set of stickers. This entirely depends on where
- [Pepsi Summer Campaign: Win B'z Tickets](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/06/11/pepsi-summer-campaign-win-bz-tickets/) - Just like last year, B'z will be part of Pepsi's summer campaign and you will be able to win two tickets for either of the B'z premium live shows. The first B'z premium live will take place on August 30th at the famous Osaka Namba Hatch where B'z played in 2006. Following the show in Osaka, there
- [<i>Strings Of My Soul</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/06/21/strings-of-my-soul-release-message/) - This is my latest solo album "Strings of my Soul"! The CD contains all the gems I consider the best and have played the best. Please feel free to listen to the sound the strings of my soul. Tak
- ["Love Bomb" To Be New Pepsi NEX Song](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/07/11/love-bomb-to-be-new-pepsi-nex-song/) - The interview with B'z in the latest issue of the B'z official fanclub magazine Be With! reveals that "Love Bomb" will be the next Pepsi Nex title song. While it is not known that this is in fact an English version of Ai no Bakudan(=Love Bomb), it should be safe to assume that it is.
- [English Album <i>B'z</i> To Be Released Worldwide 7/25](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/07/13/english-album-bz-to-be-released-world-wide-725/) - B'z is releasing their self-titled English debut album B'z on July 25th. The album will be available worldwide for purchase on iTunes. It will feature 5 tracks among which are the latest single Into Free -Dangan- as well as the new Pepsi NEX commercial song Love Bomb. Love Bomb is the English version of Ai no Bakudan, a
- [Pepsi NEX presents B'z PREMIUM LIVE Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/08/30/bz-pepsi-premium-live-report/) - Last night, B'z returned to Osaka Namba Hatch where the 2006 Network Live took place that was later released on DVD and Blu-ray as B'z Live in Namba. This was the first of two limited events available to people who collected enough points gathered from specially-branded Pepsi items. Those who entered were eligible for a
- [Opinion: Thoughts on B'z Promotion Strategy](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/08/21/why-bz-promotion-strategy-doesnt-pay-off/) - To fill the absence of news with something interesting (aside from our weekly project, of course), I thought I would share some thoughts concerning B'z current promotion strategy and why I think it doesn't pay off. Last year, B'z announced their first North American tour in 8 years, creating major hype among international B'z fans.
- [B'z Net Party Closing Down](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/09/14/bz-net-party-closing-down/) - A couple of readers have been wondering what happened to B'z Net Party ‒ the forum for B'z fans. We've been monitoring the activity on B'z Net Party for several months and have come to the conclusion that the forum isn't really being frequented anymore. Therefore, we decided to shut it off as maintaining it meant
- [B'z in North America Livestream Announced for October 7th!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/09/21/bz-in-north-america-livestream-announced-for-october-7th/) - It has just been announced that the tour finale for B'z LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, California will be streamed LIVE and at no charge for everyone, worldwide, on October 7th! This follows the precedent set by B'z last year in which the finale was also streamed and to
- [LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- Tour Merchandise *UPDATE*](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/09/21/live-gym-2012-into-free-tour-merchandise/) - We are counting the days until B'z fourth North American tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- kicks off on September 17th at the Warfield in San Francisco. For those in attendance, we have prepared an overview of the merchandise that will be available for purchase at every venue. In addition to the official merchandise, you
- [25th Anniversary Merchandise on Sale](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/09/24/25th-anniversary-merchandise-on-sale/) - Looking to celebrate B'z 25th Anniversary? You can now purchase T-shirts with a special 25th Anniversary design. The 25th Anniversary logo contains spuds. Should you consider buying one of these, you should know that one of these shirts will set you back a whopping 5250 Yen. The merchandise(see below) is available at B'z The Store
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2012 in New York Live Report](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/04/bz-live-gym-2012-in-new-york-live-report/) - This was my first time in New York, let alone the U.S., and my first time at a B'z concert. Sad, I know, but going to Japan is expensive and tickets are hard to come by. I am glad that B'z finally came to the east coast of the United States ‒ somewhere I could afford
- [Reminder: B'z in North America Livestream Announced for October 7th!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/05/reminder-bz-in-north-america-livestream-announced-for-october-7th/) - Just a quick reminder, folks! B'z will be wrapping up their North American tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- this Sunday, October 7th, at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles. The show will be broadcasted live on the internet . This follows the precedent set by B'z last year in which the finale was also
- [LIVE-GYM 2012 Japan Dates & US Tour Documentary Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/08/live-gym-2012-japan-dates-us-tour-documentary-announced/) - B'z was wrapping up their US tour B'z LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- last night at the Gibson Amphitheatre with 6,000 fans in attendance and over 190,000 people watching the online stream served by GyaO and Ustream. In order to not let down Japanese fans, the band has decided to extend their tour with an additional
- [LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- EXTRA Kicks Off at Budokan](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/18/live-gym-2012-into-free-extra-kicks-off-at-budokan/) - Tak and Koshi kicked off their EXTRA leg of their LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- tour at the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo last night. The band opened with Love Bomb just like during their North American tour. In addition to the songs played during the North American tour, they also performed HEAT and Itoshii Hito yo
- [Official Lyrics to the New English Songs Released!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/19/official-lyrics-to-the-new-english-songs-released/) - At the end of July, we finally got to see what B'z had been working on in their recent studio ventures. From those sessions came the five songs that would make up the worldwide release that formed the band's debut English album, but at the time, we weren't privy to the official lyrics with it
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2011 -C'mon-</i> DVD/BD Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/05/29/live-gym-2011-cmon-dvdbd-release-message/) - "C'mon" You can relive those emotions now! You must watch it!! Tak The C'mon tour we've embarked on while you've been supporting us is finally out on DVD! It has been a tour where I could reassure myself of the bond between us and our fans. Please also enjoy watching it at home. ARIGATO☆Inaba
- [Matsumoto's <i>Strings Of My Soul</i> Coming To US](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/06/11/matsumotos-strings-of-my-soul-coming-to-us/) - Tak Matsumoto's latest solo album entitled Strings of my Soul will be on sale in the United States on August 7th through 335 Records. The rumor has been around for quite a while after a friend of mine (www.bznobise.eu) has reached out to 335 Records a while ago and asked if they could imagine an international release.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- Tickets On Sale NOW!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/05/25/bz-live-gym-2012-into-free-tickets-on-sale-now/) - Tickets for all venues are on sale NOW! Below, we have direct links to access the venue of your choice—click on the location of your interest to see further information! 09.17 San Francisco, California — The Warfield Tickets on sale now for $50.00 - $65.00 at this link 09.19 Seattle, Washington — The Showbox SODO
- [Tak Matsumoto Solo Album <i>Strings Of My Soul</i> 6/20 Out!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/05/11/tak-matsumoto-solo-album-strings-of-my-soul-620-out/) - Tak Matsumoto's very own label, House Of Strings, has announced that Tak Matsumoto's latest album Strings Of My Soul is going to be released on June 20th, 2012. Tak's new album gives off a feeling that it is a best-of compilation as quite a few tracks have already been released on Tak's previous works. A
- [B'z 2012 U.S. & Canada Ticket Sale Dates & Prices Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/18/bz-2012-u-s-canada-ticket-sale-dates-prices-announced/) - The ticket sale dates and prices for all venues have been announced, along with direct links to access them for when the time comes! Click on the venue of your interest to see further information! 09.17 San Francisco, California — The Warfield Tickets on sale now for $50.00 - $65.00 at this link 09.19 Seattle,
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2011 -C'mon-</i> DVD & Blu-ray 5/30 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/13/bz-live-gym-2011-cmon-dvd-blu-ray-530-out/) - This hasn't been posted on B'z Official Website yet, so this news is currently exclusive to B'z Party members. Good thing that I recently became one. B'z tour in support of their album C'mon entitled B'z LIVE-GYM 2011 -C'mon- will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on May 30th. Both editions will be priced at
- [Japanese Magazine <i>PLAYER</i> “2011 Reader’s Poll”](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/02/04/japanese-magazine-player-2011-readers-poll/) - As every year, the January issue of the Japanese music magazine PLAYER(http://www.player.jp/index.html) features a retrospect on last year, and what readers of the magazine liked the most. Here's a relevant extract of the voting results: Category "Best Artist": B'z ranked 5th (5th in 2010, 3rd in 2009) Category "Best Album": C'mon ranked 2nd Catagory "Best
- ["Into Free -Dangan-" Theme Song for <i>Dragon's Dogma</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/01/31/into-free-dangan-theme-song-for-dragons-dogma/) - Just as expected, B'z has gone official with some exciting news. Their hit song "Samayoeru Aoi Dangan" is going to be re-released in a re-recorded, English version as Into Free -Dangan- which will be the theme song for Capcom's upcoming game Dragon's Dogma. The game is slated for a May 24th, 2012 worldwide release. Interestingly
- ["Vermillion Studio" Website Closing Down By March 15th](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/02/22/vermillion-studio-closing-down-by-march-15th/) - I didn't deem this news worthy, but apparently some people get it wrong. Therefore, this post is to clear up all the misinterpretations. What you've probably seen is this: This notice is about Vermillion Studio closing down by March 15. It's an online store where you can buy (expensive) Vermillion merchandise such as parkers and
- [Billboard Japan Music Awards 2011](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/03/02/billboard-japan-music-awards-2011/) - The annual Billboard Japan Music Awards take place on March 3rd, 2012. B'z has been nominated in the categories "Top Pop Artist 2011" and "Animation Artist of the Year 2011" for providing a song to the Detective Conan series with their 49th single "Don't Wanna Lie". Last year, Koshi Inaba was nominated for "Top Pop
- [GO FOR IT BABY Music Video & Special Campaign Details](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/03/23/go-for-it-baby-music-video-special-campaign-details/) - We are just little over a week away from the release of B'z 50th single GO FOR IT BABY -kioku no sanmyaku- and the music video for said single has been posted on the band's official YouTube channel today. I have uploaded the video for your convenience - especially if you are from a region
- ["GO FOR IT, BABY" Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/03/go-for-it-baby-release-message/) - Tomorrow marks the official release of B'z 50th single GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku- and as usual, Tak and Koshi have posted messages for their fans online. Tak's message is again very simple. GO FOR IT! You have to do it!! Tak Although they may be wonderful memories, there are times when you
- [B'z U.S. & Canada Tour LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- Dates Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/03/bz-us-tour-live-gym-2012-into-free-dates-announced/) - UPDATE: The official B'z website has been updated with the above table, and we've translated it to English for you. Fall is just around the corner, start making those plans! The image to the right is an excerpt from a newspaper announcing the release of GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku- as well as...
- [Into Free -Dangan- Now Available Worldwide, in 51 Countries!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/04/into-free-dangan-now-available-worldwide-in-51-countries/) - New English B'z Song Now Available Worldwide, in 51 Countries! Into Free -Dangan- CLICK HERE TO BUY NOW! Only $0.69 / ¥250 / £0.59 / 0,69 €! Into Free -Dangan- is a completely new English version of the 1998 B'z single Samayoeru Aoi Dangan and is set to serve as the global theme to the
- [Recalling the March 11th Disaster](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/15/recalling-the-march-11th-disaster/) - More than a year has passed since a very strong earthquake hit Japan. The resulting Tsunamis that hit the east coast of Japan caused the deaths of more than 10,000 people. But that is not all, the Tsunami that hit the coast of Japan destroyed the cooling systems of the Fukushima nuclear power plant, which
- [Shane Gaalaas Interview in Vancouver Shinpo](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/13/shane-gaalaas-interview-in-vancouver-shinpo/) - The Vancouver Shinpo, a Japanese newspaper located in Vancouver(Canada), features an interview with Shane Gaalaas in its issue dated June 23rd. It looks like B'z management are really focusing on Japanese fans in general, seeing how the interview was published in a Japanese newspaper... in Japanese. Odon of B'z no bise as well as myself
- [LIVE-GYM 2011 -long time no see- Article in Weekly LALALA *UPDATE*](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/16/live-gym-2011-long-time-no-see-article-in-weekly-lalala/) - Issue no. 393 of the Weekly LALALA, a Japanese free magazine from Los Angeles, features a short article on B'z North American tour including a short interview with Tak and Koshi. It reads like this: After their North American tours in 2002 and 2003, for the first time in 8 years, B'z is doing a
- [North American Tour Kicks Off in Vancouver](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/21/north-american-tour-kicks-off-in-vancouver/) - B'z no... B'z no... B'z no LIVE-GYM ni youkoso! B'z LIVE-GYM 2011 -long time no see- kicked off in Vancouver yesterday. Most of the people in the crowd seem to have been Japanese, but the overall concert was great, it seems. According to various voices on the internet, B'z also played some songs in English...
- [<i>C'mon</i> Special Campaign](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/27/cmon-special-campaign/) - B'z new album "C'mon" is in stores today, and 111,549 units have already been sold on the previous day. Unsurprisingly, B'z has done it again: They've earned the pole position on the Oricon Daily Album Chart. To celebrate the release of the new album, B'z has launched a special campaign: Every copy of C'mon -
- [<i>C'mon</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/26/cmon-release-message/) - A "C'mon" from us to everyone. Once again, it[the album] is filled with a lot of songs I personally love to sing. I hope it will reach each and every one of you. And I'm looking forward to the day we can sing them together!! Koshi Inaba C'mon Japan! C'mon!! You really must listen to
- [Sales Break 80 Million Barrier, English Songs To Be Released?](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/08/09/sales-break-80-million-barrier-english-songs-to-be-released/) - B'z sales have been steady and strong, and even after almost 23 years, they still maintain a strong position in the charts. With the release of their new album "C'mon", which debuted at number 1 in the Oricon Weekly Chart with 272,397 copies sold, they've broken the 80 million barrier in terms of total sales.
- [LIVE-GYM 2011 -C'mon- Arena Tour Underway!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/09/17/live-gym-2011-cmon-arena-tour-underway/) - Just under two months since B'z made their triumphant return to the North American music stage following an eight year absence, they are now back in Japan and back doing what they do best. As support for only the latest number one studio effort from the band, the similarly titled "C'mon" LIVE-GYM tour kicked off
- [Introducing: C'mon Tour Merchandise](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/09/21/introducing-cmon-tour-merchandise/) - We're all excited about the C'mon tour officially kicking off in Miyagi Sekisuiheim Arena, Sendai. We'd like to use the occasion to introduce the merchandise for the tour which will also be available for online purchase later. The merchandise is comprised of "Official Merchandise", "Gacha Gacha Items" and "Charity Goods". Charity Goods? Yeah. If you
- [B'z at TV Asahi Dream Festival 2011](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/09/25/bz-at-tv-asahi-dream-festival-2011/) - B'z performance at the TV Asahi Dream Festival held in Nippon Budokan has just wrapped up. They were the last band to perform for the day. Always save the best for last, eh? In case anyone's wondering: Doesn't look like it's going to be aired on television. Too bad. We have the set list right
- [Pepsi NEX 1DAY LIVE at Shibuya AX: Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/09/28/pepsi-nex-1day-live-at-shibuya-ax-set-list/) - The private performance at Shibuya AX for the 1,000 lucky winners of the PEPSI NEX special campaign has just ended. As usual, we have the set list right here for you! Just so we can all envy those lucky people. B'z will go back to touring from now on. Their next two performances will be on
- [Tak Matsumoto DC Standard Plus Top Now Available in Japan](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/12/01/tak-matsumoto-dc-standard-plus-top-now-available-in-japan/) - Hey folks, it has been quiet on the B'z front these days, but I'm still alive and kickin'. Today, I bring you this piece of news: Tak Matsumoto is releasing another Epiphone Double Cutaway(DC) model in Japan. It's available in Japan starting today at a price of 122,850 Yen. It comes with a hard case and
- [Matsumoto Visits International Music School For Teenagers](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/12/03/matsumoto-visits-international-music-school-for-teenagers/) - Tak Matsumoto has visited an international music school called LIVEJAM. They held an event about "the surroundings in which everyone can study hard together to achieve a goal as a band". When asked to come to the school, Matsumoto gladly accepted the request: "If it's for the kids, I'll do it with pleasure". He also spoke
- [Tak Matsumoto Featured on Taiwanese Rock Band's Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/01/24/tak-matsumoto-featured-on-taiwanese-rock-bands-album/) - Popular Taiwanese rock band Mayday (Chinese: 五月天) has released their 8th studio album Second Round (Chinese: 第二人生) on December 16, 2011. The album was a major hit in Taiwan, generating 129,958 pre-orders in just one week. On that album, there's a track called 三個傻瓜 ("3 Idiots"). If anyone can provide a proper translation for the title, I'd be very
- [Gibson Tak Matsumoto DC Prototype 2011 #1](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/01/30/gibson-tak-matsumoto-dc-prototype-2011-1/) - Hello fellow B'z brothers! The hype meter is constantly growing with B'z being in the middle of recording and Shane being back in Tokyo after a short break! News should be out any day now... Everyone's hoping for February 1st (JST), so check back tomorrow in case there's some hype news! Japanese music magazine "Player"
- [Interview On J-WAVE - Summary](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/07/19/interview-on-j-wave-summary/) - Hey people! I got up at 5AM, just to listen to the interview with B'z on J-Wave... how crazy is that, huh? Anyway, as promised, I'm going to give you an overview of what they talked about in the interview as well as what Tak and Koshi revealed about it. Here we go! Album recording
- [Matsumoto Congratulates Carlton For Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/05/02/matsumoto-congratulates-carlton-for-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Larry Carlton, who won a Grammy Award together with Tak Matsumoto in February this year, has received the George Benson Lifetime Achievement Award at The Canadian Smoothies 2011 on April 29th. A video has been put on vimeo in which various musicians congratulate Mr. Carlton for this outstanding award. Among them is Tak Matsumoto. For
- [B'z Wiki Now Features Complete Coverage of All 52 Singles](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/29/bz-wiki-now-features-complete-coverage-of-all-52-singles/) - After years of work, an integral part of the B'z Wiki has been completed. Today, we have published eleven new articles which means, at long last, articles for all 52 B'z singles are now completed! This project was especially difficult because of the language barrier involved. Hours of research into a base article can in
- [B'z Joins Fight Against Ticket Scalping](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/09/06/bz-joins-fight-against-ticket-scalping/) - On August 23rd, a joint statement signed by 116 Japanese artists was released which strongly voices the need to prevent scalpers from selling concert tickets at a premium. The campaign's aim is to save the future of music, as ticket scalping hurts the industry and fans alike. Fans who want to buy tickets usually find
- [B'z Return with New Song "Fukiarenasai" in Shippuu Rondo Film](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/09/12/bz-return-with-new-song-「fukiarenasai」-in-shippuu-rondo-film/) - After several quiet months on the B'z front spent in and out of the studio, the first of their latest efforts has finally been unveiled in the form of a new song entitled 「Fukiarenasai」 (フキアレナサイ, Blow Violently). The decidedly hard-rock number will serve as the theme to the new action-comedy film Shippuu Rondo which is
- [Tak Producing GLAY Guitarist TAKURO's First Solo Album](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/09/27/tak-producing-glay-guitarist-takuros-first-solo-album/) - Today it was made public that GLAY's guitarist TAKURO is releasing his first solo instrumental album 「Journey without a map」. Tak Matsumoto, a long-time friend of TAKURO's, has agreed to produce the record with him. "We both love music and guitars. I'm sure this record will have something that will make you feel something.", says
- [Inaba & Salas Guests At J-WAVE <i>SAPPORO BEER OTOAJITO</i> Radio Program](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/03/inaba-salas-guests-at-j-wave「sapporo-beer-otoajito」radio-program/) - Koshi Inaba and Stevie Salas will be guests at the public recording of the J-WAVE program 「SAPPORO BEER OTOAJITO」 in celebration of its 401th rendition. Fans can apply via J-WAVE's website for a chance to be part of the audience. 300 winners will be chosen at random. 「SAPPORO BEER OTOAJITO」 is a weekly music program hosted by
- [CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR 2017 Additional Dates & Tour Details](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/03/「chubby-groove-tour-2017」additional-dates-tour-details/) - Amidst high demand for tickets for Koshi Inaba's and Stevie Salas' collaborative tour 「CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR 2017」, seven additional dates have been added to the tour schedule. The dates added to the tour schedule are marked in bold. In other news, the tour logo as well as the support members for the upcoming tour have
- [INABA/SALAS on J-WAVE Radio: Pre-Show Interview Summary](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/15/inabasalas-on-j-wave-radio-pre-show-interview-summary/) - Yesterday in Japan, Koshi Inaba and Stevie Salas appeared on the J-WAVE radio program 「SAPPORO BEER OTOAJITO」 for a live interview on LINE LIVE. The event, hosted by Japanese-American radio personality Chris Peppler, was facilitated in English and Japanese and can be viewed in archive form here. Keep in mind this is for the pre-show
- ["CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR 2017" Zepp Tokyo Show on WOWOW](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/02/19/chubby-groove-tour-2017-zepp-tokyo-show-on-wowow/) - The program guide for WOWOW's WOWOW Prime channel shows that the Zepp Tokyo show of INABA/SALAS' tour "CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR 2017" is going to be broadcast on WOWOW Prime on March 25th from 8PM to 10PM. It'll likely include the full show as the program runs for two hours. The duo will wrap up their
- [Special <i>Music Freak</i> Issues Sold At LIVE-GYM Venues](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/05/30/special-music-freak-issues-sold-at-live-gym-venues/) - Two special issues of the Music Freak magazine are going to be available for sale at LIVE-GYM venues during the band's B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER- 25th anniversary tour. The two issues will be a compilation of the past featurings of the band in the Music Freak as well as Music Freak Es magazines.
- ["Kakushin" Featured in NTV Drama <i>Kumo no Kaidan</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/04/04/kakushin-featured-in-ntv-drama-kumo-no-kaidan/) - There have been rumors about a possible tie-in for one of the new songs on the B'z The Best XXV releases, but now it is official: Kakushin has been selected to be the theme song for the upcoming Nippon Television drama "Kumo no Kaidan". The series is set to air on April 17th, which will
- [Entering 25th Anniversary Year](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/09/20/entering-25th-anniversary-year/) - It's already September 21st in Japan and that means it's B'z 24th anniversary day! Happy birthday! And with that, the band has entered their 25th year as a band. While B'z continues to tour North America as part of their LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- tour, preparations are being made in Japan to celebrate 25 years
- [LIVE-GYM 2012 Kicks Off in San Francisco](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/09/18/live-gym-2012-kicks-off-in-san-francisco/) - B'z has kicked off their seven stop tour LIVE-GYM 2012 -Into Free- last night at the Warfield in San Francisco. During the show, they premiered songs found on their first English album「B'z」. In addition to that, the band performed a lot of classics from their catalog. One could say, that the set list has a
- [2013 B'z Calendar](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/02/2013-bz-calendar/) - Just in time for the new year, I have received the new B'z calendar 2013 from B'z Party! As with previous editions of the calendar, there are two versions of it: a monthly one and a weekly one. The monthly one is the larger version which is hung on a wall. I ordered the monthly
- [B'z Debut English Album Available NOW Worldwide on iTunes!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/07/25/bz-debut-english-album-available-now-worldwide-on-itunes/) - B'z has unleashed their debut English album, and have done so on the world! The album that contains Love Bomb, Splash, Juice, Ultra Soul, and Into Free -Dangan- all in English is now available worldwide on iTunes, in over sixty countries! Click your country below to get it! United States United Kingdom Australia Japan Canada
- [Kim Hyun-joong To Release Collaboration Single With B'z On July 4th](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/04/30/kim-hyung-jun-to-release-collaboration-single-with-bz-on-july-4th/) - May 1st's morning papers are reporting a very interesting bit of news: K-Pop singer Kim Hyun-joong is going to collaborate with B'z on his new single "HEAT". Said single is going to be released on July 4th, 2012. Kim Hyun-joong became known as leader of the Korean boyband SS501 and has started a career as
- [NEW SINGLE "GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku-" 4/4 OUT!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/02/23/new-single-go-for-it-baby-kioku-no-sanmyaku-44-out/) - GO FOR IT, BABY! That's the motto for B'z 50th single! It will come out on April 4th, 2012! This year, B'z will also be involved in Pepsi commercials. "GO FOR IT, BABY -Kioku no Sanmyaku-" will be the title song for the new Pepsi Nex ad campaign. The first commercial with the title "Tshirts live"
- [B'z Shooting Pepsi NEX Commercial in Sydney](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/01/22/bz-shooting-pepsi-nex-commercial-in-sydney/) - Hello folks, long time no see! There haven't been a lot of news concerning B'z lately. They wrapped up their C'mon tour around christmas and then went on break. But for how long? Apparently not for too long as we got word from Sydney that B'z is currently shooting a new Pepsi NEX TV commercial. The
- [C'mon Dome Tour Kicks Off In Fukuoka](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/12/04/cmon-dome-tour-kicks-off-in-fukuoka/) - The first show of the LIVE-GYM 2011 C'mon Dome Tour has just wrapped up, and we have the set list right here for you. There have been a few changes, but nothing too major. I liked the fact that they threw in a few more rarely played songs. Changes made to the set list are
- [Official AEROSONIC Merchandise Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/08/07/official-aerosonic-merchandise-revealed/) - The massive gig with B'z and Aerosmith is just around the corner and so the official merchandise has been posted on B'z official website. The merchandise posted there is just the B'z side of the available merchandise. You will be able to buy merchandise although you do not have a ticket. Unfortunately the only type
- [B'z Nominated At World Music Awards 2013](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/08/29/bz-nominated-at-world-music-awards-2013/) - After a two year hiatus, the World Music Awards make a comeback and will be held at Marlins Park in Miami, Florida on December 20th. B'z has been nominated for World's Best Live Act and World's Best Group, and you have a chance to help B'z win the award. All you have to do is
- [B'z Donates Proceeds of Selling Charity Bracelets](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/21/bz-donates-proceeds-of-selling-charity-bracelets/) - The band has today announced that 15,900,000 Yen have been collected by selling charity bracelets during last year's 25th anniversary tour B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2013 -ENDLESS SUMMER-. The proceeds will be donated to SAVE THE CHILDREN JAPAN, an organization which helps children affected by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. The band will continue to support
- [B'z "Exit To The Sun" On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/11/22/bz「exit-to-the-sun」on-air/) - The first episode to NHK's new drama「Dark Suit」just ended, with B'z new song playing at the very end! Check it out below! In my opinion, this sounds more like a B-side song to me. The real single has yet to reveal itself! Stay tuned!
- [New Song "Uchouten" Revealed: Possibly A New Single?!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/02/new-song「uchouten」revealed-possibly-new-single/) - It's just 30 minutes past midnight, and B'z quietly updated their official website to feature a flash popup playing a new song, Uchouten (有頂天 / Ecstasy)! It's a hard-rock tune that very well might be our long awaited 51st single! Check it out by heading over to http://www.bz-vermillion.com! We suspect that we will get more
- [B'z To Perform At TV Asahi Dream Festival 2015](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/09/07/bz-to-perform-at-tv-asahi-dream-festival-2015/) - The band has announced that it will be performing at this year's TV Asahi Dream Festival, which celebrates its 5th anniversary this year. Their previous, and first, performance at the festival dates back to 2011. This year's rendition of the festival is held from November 21-23 at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo. B'z will
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2015 -Shinagawa Uchouten NIGHT- Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/05/bz-showcase-2015-shinagawa-uchouten-night-announced/) - B'z has today announced their first fanclub-only concert, possibly in preparation for their performance at the TV Asahi Dream Festival 2015 later this month. The show will be held at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball, where Koshi also performed during his solo tour in 2014. Tickets for this show are available only through the official B'z
- [B'z Digital Exclusive Single "Sekai wa Anata no Iro ni Naru" Available Now!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/10/03/bz-digital-exclusive-single-「sekai-wa-anata-no-iro-ni-naru」-available-now/) - Amidst Koshi's solo efforts and the recent tie-in B'z song announcement「Fukiarenasai」 comes a surprise: 「Sekai wa Anata no Iro ni Naru」 as a digital-only single! This marks the first time a Japanese song by B'z was released exclusively in digital form. The Detective Conan movie theme song and current Detective Conan anime series opening song
- [Tak Matsumoto New Album <i>enigma</i> Coming in April!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/16/tak-matsumoto-new-album「enigma」-coming-in-april/) - Moments ago, Tak Matsumoto appeared as a guest during WOWOW's live coverage of the 2016 Grammy Awards being held in Los Angeles tonight. Prior to the segment, Tak was shown meeting with Joe Perry of Aerosmith and actor-musician Johnny Depp. Along with fellow rocker Alice Cooper, Depp and Perry recently joined together to form the
- [Larry & Tak's <i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> Grammy Nominations](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/26/larry-taks-take-your-pick-grammy-nominations/) - Larry Carlton's and Tak Matsumoto's record "TAKE YOUR PICK" has been taken into consideration for Grammy nomination in nine categories. These categories are: Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Pop Instrumental Album, Best Pop Instrumental Performance, Best Rock Instrumental Performance, Best Instrumental Composition, Best Instrumental Arrangement, Best Engineered Album, Producer of the
- [Kimono For The Grammys](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/12/kimono-for-the-grammys/) - One person, namely Kahori Yamagata, was entrusted with designing a kimono for the family members of a Japanese person who has been nominated for the Grammys. Who might that person be? Of course, everyone can figure from these pictures, that it has to be Tak Matsumoto. Any Tak fan would recognize this emblem. The kimono
- [Larry and Tak At The Grammys](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/13/larry-and-tak-at-the-grammys/) - Right now, the Pre-Telecast Ceremony is running and you can watch it live on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/thegrammys Guess who I caught on the red carpet? Larry Carlton and Tak Matsumoto! Matsumoto seemed rather nervous. Check out the video here:
- [Tak Matsumoto Making Appearance on Grammy Awards Broadcast](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/09/tak-matsumoto-making-appearance-on-grammy-awards-broadcast/) - Tak Matsumoto will make an appearance on this year's live broadcast of the Grammy Award ceremony on Japanese channel WOWOW. The broadcast will run from 9AM to 2PM on February 16th, Japanese time. Matsumoto is expected to appear on the program at around 9:30AM and will talk about his experience when he won his very
- [B'z New Album <i>C'mon</i> 7/27 Out & LIVE-GYM 2011 Members](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/06/13/bz-new-album-cmon-727-out-live-gym-2011-members-revealed/) - Word was out early this time, as we already knew that B'z new album was called "C'mon" and would be out in July, so we were just waiting for B'z Official Website to get updated today! I proudly present B'z new album 「C'mon」！ It'll be out July 27th, and feature 13 tracks with Sayonara Kizu
- ["Don't Wanna Lie" At No.1 & Special Campaign Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/06/01/dont-wanna-lie-enters-charts-at-no-1-special-campaign-announced/) - B'z new single "Don't Wanna Lie" officially goes on sale today and directly enters the Oricon Daily Single Charts at #1 with having sold 54,248 copies on its day before official release. Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo, on the other hand, only sold 50,335 copies on its first day in stores. Pop idol group
- ["Don't Wanna Lie" Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/05/31/dont-wanna-lie-release-message/) - As usual, here we have the translation of the message from B'z about the release of their new single "Don't Wanna Lie"! This time, the messages turned out to be a little... weird. But Tak's message is the same as always. Short and in English. haha Don't Wanna Lie Don't Wanna Lie ♪ Don't Wanna
- ["ultra soul 2011" Theme Song for FINA World Championships](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/05/30/ultra-soul-2011-theme-song-for-fina-world-championships/) - After it got a little quieter in the B'z news segment, it was only a matter of time until B'z news would come up again. As the release of B'z new single, "Don't Wanna Lie", draws closer, new information is beginning to be revealed! In fact, early birds can already get their copy of the
- [Artistic Portrait of Tak Matsumoto](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/23/artistic-portrait-of-tak-matsumoto/) - I found this a few days ago while browsing a few B'z related websites. Rima Fujita, a full-time artist living in San Diego, posted this on her blog: [...] After many years I've begun having this urge to paint portraits again, and when I was thinking about doing a portrait series once more I got
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2011 in North America](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/18/bz-live-gym-2011-in-north-america/) - B'z is going to tour North America again, for the first time in 8 years. This is probably happening due to Tak Matsumoto winning the Grammy for "Best Pop Instrumental Album" together with guitarist Larry Carlton for their collaborative album TAKE YOUR PICK. Tickets are going to be on sale locally, so you probably won't
- ["Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" Tops Oricon Chart](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/13/sayonara-kizu-darake-no-hibi-yo-tops-oricon-chart/) - B'z is at it again. One day before the official release, 50,335 copies of B'z new single Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo were sold across Japan, topping the Oricon daily single chart for the 44th time in a row. They continue to release #1 hit singles one after another, which is probably also because
- [LIVE-GYM 2011 Tour Dates Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/12/live-gym-2011-tour-dates-announced/) - From the morning paper in Japan: The title of the tour has yet to be determined. As the tour begins in September, we can deduce that the new album will be out in July/August. However, August is more likely as B'z second single, Don't Wanna Lie, is going to be released on June 1st. Hall
- ["Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/12/sayonara-kizu-darake-no-hibi-yo-release-message/) - In Japan there's something called "flying get" and thus you can already grab the new single in stores if you reserved your copy early. B'z releases a message to their fans with each release, check them out below. (Tak's message is rather simple xD) Also, if you're still wondering whether you should buy the single
- [15 Second B'z Segment To Air During Detective Conan](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/11/15-second-to-air-during-conan/) - B'z Official Website states that a 15 second segment will be aired during the broadcast of the Detective Conan 15th anniversary live action special and during the regular broadcast of the Detective Conan series. The live action special airs on April 14/15 and the regular Detective Conan broadcast airs on Saturdays whereas the segment will
- [B'z Among 1000 Origami Cranes](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/10/bz-among-1000-origami-cranes/) - On April 5, Fukie Bata was invited as a guest during the program that was broadcasted on radio France Bleu Poitou. Yes, that's right, France. She is a Japanese citizen that moved to France in 2007 and they talked about how she came to France, and what experiences she has made. Furthermore, in the recent
- [B'z New Single "Don't Wanna Lie" 6/1 On Sale!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/06/bz-new-single-dont-wanna-lie-16-on-sale/) - The new single, Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo, isn't even out and B'z is announcing the release of another single! Won't be long until they announce the release of their new album... probably going to be released in July or August. As previously reported, "Don't Wanna Lie" is going to be featured as the
- [New Song "Homebound" As <i>News 23X</i> Ending Theme](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/04/new-song-homebound-as-news-23x-ending-theme/) - B'z Official Website states that starting today, B'z new song "Homebound" will be the ending theme to the news show "News 23X" which airs from 22:54 to 23:45 from Monday to Thursday and 23:30 to 24:15 on Fridays on the channel TBS. We recall that Koshi Inaba's "Kono Te wo Totte Hashiridashite" was the ending
- [B'z At Music Station 3-Hour Special](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/04/01/bz-at-music-station-3-hour-special/) - First of all, throughout the show, they presented the best 120 songs that cheer you up. The audience voted Negai 107th and ultra soul 5th place. This time every artist performed two songs. B'z performed their new single "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" and "Brotherhood". Brotherhood is intended to cheer up the people that
- [B'z Supportive Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/25/bz-supportive-message/) - This aired today on Music Station: /// Video was removed by TV Asahi Corp. /// 東北関東大震災での地震と津波により被災された皆様に、心からお見舞いを申し上げます。ツアーで訪れ、地元の方たちと素晴らしい時間を過ごさせていただいた、その多くの町が打撃を受け、想像絶する被害大きさに愕然とし、打ちのめされた気持ちになりました。この厳しい状況から人と町が少しずつでも立ち直るためにわれわれは、自分たちにできることに全力で取り組みます。 －B'z We would like to express our deepest condolences to everyone who has been affected by the Great Tohoku Kanto Earthquake and Tsunami. We are very depressed by the damage that has been caused in a lot of cities
- ["Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" New Release Date](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/25/sayonara-kizu-darake-no-hibi-yo-new-release-date/) - As B'z new single's release has previously been postponed due to the earthquake, B'z management has set a new release date for "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo". The single is going to be out on April 13, 2011. B'z - Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo(Goodbye painful days) 1. Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi
- [Message from B'z and Shane Gaalaas about the Great Tohoku Earthquake](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/15/message-from-bz-and-shane-gaalaas-about-the-great-tohoku-earthquake/) - Today on B'z official website as well as B'z PARTY official website appeared a message from both members about the Great Tohoku Earthquake that hit Japan last Friday. Now I'm praying for damage to not increase anymore and for more people as possible to be rescued and saved. Everyone, let's join forces to overcome this
- [B'z Whereabouts After Great Tohoku Earthquake](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/14/bz-whereabouts-after-great-tohoku-earthquake/) - As you probably know, last friday, 14:46 local time, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake hit Northern Japan and caused major destruction resulting in the death of at least 1700 people. Right now, Japan is facing another problem as nuclear power plants Fukushima 1 and 2 have been damaged by the aftershocks and tsunamis that hit the
- ["B'z Office Sends Over 50 Million Yen To Disaster Zone"](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/22/bz-office-sends-over-50-million-yen-to-disaster-zone/) - B'z management has donated over 50 million Yen(500,000€ / $625,000) to help out people that have lost their homes due to the quake. But that is not all: They are also sending goods such as water into the disaster zone to provide assistance in supplying people with fresh water and food. Taking into account the
- [B'z To Perform On Music Station Special 4/1](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/18/bz-to-perform-on-music-station-special-41/) - Looks like B'z is doing an ALL-OUT ATTACK this year. B'z Official Website states that B'z is going to perform during the broadcast of the 3-hour Music Station special which is set to air on April 1st, 2010 from 7PM to 9:48PM. It is unknown what song B'z is going to perform, but it is
- ["Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" Release Postponed](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/16/sayonara-kizu-darake-no-hibi-yo-release-postponed/) - Due to the emergency situation caused by last Friday's earthquake, the release of new single "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" was postponed, as we can learn on B'z official website. The reason for this are production as well as distribution difficulties. This isn't a big surprise, as many other artists and recording labels have
- ["Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/07/sayonara-kizu-darake-no-hibi-yo-on-air/) - Starting today, B'z new song "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" will be broadcasted by radio stations throughout Japan. People in Japan can also download the chaku-uta version of the song to use it as a ringtone for their mobile phone. The single is going to be released on March 30th, 2011.
- [B'z "Don't Wanna Lie" Theme Song For Conan Movie *Update*](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/04/bz-dont-wanna-lie-theme-song-for-conan-movie/) - Some person on the Japanese bulletin board 2ch leaked the information that B'z will do the theme song to the latest Detective Conan movie "A Quarter of Silence" which will hit theatres on April 16th. The Detective Conan series is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Here's the picture that has been posted on 2ch:
- [Additional Info About "Don't Wanna Lie"](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/03/04/additional-info-about-dont-wanna-lie/) - News has finally reached official channels as B'z Official Website and Conan-Movie.jp have been updated to report that B'z will indeed serve the theme song for Detective Conan's 15th theatrial movie called "A Quarter of Silence". But that is not all: The very same song is going to be the new opening to the anime
- [Happy Birthday to Masuda Takanobu!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/26/happy-birthday-to-masuda-takanobu/) - Masuda Takanobu, recurring support member in B'z LIVE-GYM tours, has turned 50 today. Masuda was also involved in the recording for various B'z songs: DIVE, STARDUST TRAIN, ONE, Pleasure '98, SLAVE TO THE NIGHT, and many many more. He has received a lot of messages from fans, old friends and young musicians. "[...] I am
- [Charts: <i>~en II~</i>, <i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/24/charts-en-ii-take-your-pick/) - Last week, as we know, Koshi Inaba LIVE 2010 -enII- was released. With not-so-much-surprise, it reached #1 on Oricon on dvd and blu ray charts, with 27.000 and 21.000 copies sold respectively. Oricon also notes he's the first male solo artist to reach #1 on both charts, just like B'z were the first group to
- [Details About Pepsi Nex CM](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/22/details-about-pepsi-nex-cm/) - There are a few facts that have been left out in the previous post. It is actually B'z first appearance on a TV commercial. They will perform their song "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" throughout the commercial which is shot in the wilderness. The two will be accompanied by model Leyna Kagami. (actually her
- [B'z New Single "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" 3/30 On Sale!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/21/bz-new-single-sayonara-kizu-darake-no-hibi-330-on-sale/) - "They're back..." is what you see when you visit B'z Official Website. And they really are! Here's the new release from B'z called "Sayonara Kizu Darake no Hibi yo" which means "Goodbye painful days" or if you translate it literally "Goodbye days full of wounds". As previously reported, the song is going to be a
- [B'z in New Pepsi Nex CM?](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/21/bz-in-new-pepsi-nex-cm/) - Information has surfaced on the Japanese Bulletin Board "2ch" that B'z will be in the next iteration of "Pepsi Nex" commercials. The Pepsi Nex renewal is set to March 1st, which will probably also mark the day when the commercial will be on air. It is unknown whether a new B'z song will be featured
- [Matsumoto Recording in LA](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/15/matsumoto-recording-in-la/) - Yoshimi Yuko tweets that she congatulated Tak Matsumoto for the Grammy Award he received on sunday. Matsumoto then went on and replied: "Thank you. Yesterday has been a long day, but it is a day I will not forget for the rest of my life." Now here is the important part: "Right now I'm in
- [B'z Calendar For Everyone](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/31/bz-calendar-for-everyone/) - As you may have noticed, on the right side, there is now the official B'z calendar for everyone. I will take a picture of mine every month and update it accordingly. You can click on the image to view it in full size. I apologize for the bad quality, but I'm sure you still like
- [Tak Matsumoto Special Guest at Mari Hamada Concert](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/30/tak-matsumoto-special-guest/) - So... I wanted to see Tak Matsumoto playing with Mari Hamada again. So I looked for the old video of his performance of BLUE REVOLUTION which dates back to before B'z debuted. What did I find? Well... apparently Tak Matsumoto came up as a special guest in Mari Hamada's 2010 "Aestetica" tour 25th Anniversary tour
- [Tak's and Koshi's "Best Music Selection 2010"](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/29/taks-and-koshis-best-music-selection-2010/) - In the February 2011 issue of "WHAT's IN?", Tak and Koshi present their favorite music selection for 2010. Here's what they selected: Tak Matsumoto's Selection: SLASH by Slash SCREAM by Ozzy Osbourne ROKSTARR by Taio Cruz GENIE, Gee by Shoujo Jidai (SNSD / Girls' Generation) Ikimono bakari ~member's BEST selection~ by Ikimonogakari Koshi Inaba's Selection:
- [Win a Poster Autographed by Larry and Tak!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/08/win-a-poster-autographed-by-larry-and-tak/) - I just now discovered that you can win a poster autographed by Larry and Tak by subscribing to Larry Carlton's mailing list! If you want to be part of the drawing, don't hesitate and sign up!! NEW BONUS! Sign up for Larry's mailing list between now and January 31st, 2011 and you could win a
- [<i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> Receives Golden Disc Award](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/05/take-your-pick-receives-golden-disc-award/) - Larry Carlton's and Tak Matsumoto's jazz album "TAKE YOUR PICK" has received the Japanese Golden Disc Award for "Jazz Album of the Year" at the 25th Annual Golden Disc Awards in Japan. This again shows the great reception for Larry's and Tak's work, which, compared to Koshi Inaba's solo work, didn't receive much credit from
- [Japanese Magazine <i>PLAYER</i> "2010 Reader's Poll"](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/01/04/japanese-magazine-player-2010-readers-poll/) - Just as last year, the latest issue of the Japanese music magazine PLAYER(http://www.player.jp/index.html) features a retrospect on the year 2010, and what readers of the magazine liked the most. Here's how B'z, Shane Gaalaas and Masuda Takanobu were ranked. Category "Best Artist": B'z ranked 5th (3rd in 2009) Category "Best Live Performance in Japan": B'z
- [New Single This Spring...!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/12/31/new-single-this-spring/) - Happy new year to everyone who's in the far east! To celebrate the new year, B'z Official Website has been updated with a teaser video showing Koshi and Tak in the studio, recording new songs. The video finishes with a message: "This Spring... Brand new B'z Single Don't miss it!!" For those of you who
- [<i>Koshi Inaba Live 2010 ~en II~</i> DVD & Blu-ray 2/16 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/12/25/koshi-inaba-live-2010-en-ii-dvd-blu-ray-216-out/) - What a great Christmas present for Koshi Inaba fans! On B'z Official Website, the video release of Koshi Inaba's ~en II~ was announced, and it is going to be out on February 16th, 2011. The release will come in two flavors: DVD and Blu-ray. I think it's about time they started releasing live videos in
- [Charts time!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/12/21/charts-time/) - The end of the year is drawing near, so it's the right time for some charts :) The only B'z release this year, B’z LIVE-GYM 2010 ‘Ain’t No Magic’ at TOKYO DOME, with 127.000 copies is at #25 of Oricon's dvd ranking (I'd be curious to see the Blu Ray ranking). Inaba gets #38 in
- [<i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> Nominated For "Best Pop Instrumental Album"](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/12/02/take-your-pick-nominated-for-best-pop-instrumental-album/) - Yesterday, the nominations for the Grammy Awards 2010 have been announced by the committee. Larry Carlton's and Tak Matsumoto's "TAKE YOUR PICK" has been nominated in the category "Best Pop Instrumental Album". Also nominated in the same category are Gerald Albright, Kenny G, Robby Krieger and Kirk Whalum. The results will be announced at the
- [B'z Releasing Remastered Live-Recordings](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/11/01/bz-releasing-remastered-live-recordings/) - B'z today announced that they will release remastered versions of B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS-, LIVE-GYM 2006 MONSTER'S GARAGE as well as "B'z LIVE in Nanba" coupled with B'z SHOWCASE 2007 -19- on Blu-ray. Each of these three releases will cost you a whopping 6300 Yen. Interestingly enough, only the performance itself has been
- [Tak's Message Concerning <i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> DVD Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/27/taks-message-concerning-take-your-pick-dvd-release/) - With the release of the live-recording "TAKE YOUR PICK" in Blue Note Tokyo on DVD, Tak has put up a message for his fans. As usual, we have translated it for you! This is the release of the wonderful performance by Larry and me. I encourage all the people who came to the show as
- [Tak Already Shooting New PV](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/23/tak-already-shooting-new-pv/) - Now this is news, right? Apparently Tak Matsumoto is already busy shooting a new PV, but the question is: with or without Koshi Inaba? The source states that Tak Matsumoto - who is a passionate golfer by all means - was supposed to attend a party hosted by PGA Japan's Tatsuya Miura. However, he was
- [Epiphone Tak Matsumoto DC Standard Goldtop Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/22/epiphone-tak-matsumoto-dc-standard-goldtop-announced/) - Epiphone Japan is going to release a refurbished model of the ‘Epiphone Tak Matsumoto DC Custom’ (see our report) which was released in December, 2009 and is going to call it the 'Epiphone Tak Matsumoto DC Standard Goldtop'. The model will be available exclusively in Japan early November at a suggested retail price of 122,800
- [Message For B'z Fans From Barry Sparks](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/06/message-for-bz-fans-from-barry-sparks/) - We're all excited about Tak and Koshi's current solo projects, but looks like there won't be a break and B'z will be back with a new release soon! Barry Sparks has left a message for B'z fans on his official website. The message reads as follows: For you BZ fans, I’m anxiously waiting to begin
- [<i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i>Tour Setlist & Band Members](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/26/take-your-pick-tour-setlist-band-members/) - As I haven't posted the Setlist for the "TAKE YOUR PICK" tour yet, here it is. 01. Nite Crawler 2010 02. Islands Of Japan 03. THE WAY WE WERE 04. Tokyo Night 05. East West Stroll 06. Easy Mystery 07. hotalu 08. ao 09. Take Your Pick 10. Neon Blue 11. A girl from China
- [<i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> DVD Detailed & Performance In Hong Kong Announced *UPDATE*](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/09/14/take-your-pick-dvd-detailed-performance-in-hong-kong-announced/) - As of today, the details about Larry Carlton's and Tak Matsumoto's DVD release of their "TAKE YOUR PICK" tour in Blue Note Tokyo have been released. The DVD contains all the songs performed live, so if you have the setlist memorized, you're going to know what's coming at you. Just to be sure, here's the
- [Pictures From Tokyo Jazz & TV Broadcast *UPDATE*](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/03/pictures-from-tokyo-jazz-tv-broadcast/) - A few days ago pictures from the Tokyo Jazz Festival 2010 were posted on the festival's site. I have them here for your enjoyment. Also, the Tokyo Jazz Festival 2010 will be aired on NHK BShi(HD) on October 6,7 and 8 from 11:30 PM to 12:59 AM respectively as well as on NHK BS2 on
- [Introducing the B'z Wiki](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/03/introducing-the-bz-wiki/) - Hello fellow B'z fans! On this wonderful autumn day (in Germany, anyway), I want to introduce you to something very special: The B'z Encyclopedia! Or just call it the "B'z Wiki" since that's what it is. In the sidebar you will notice that there is a section "Recent wiki updates" now. That way, you can
- [Message From Inaba About <i>Hadou</i>'s Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/08/17/message-from-inaba-about-hadous-release/) - Tomorrow, Inaba's solo album Hadou will finally be released, and as usual he left a message on B'z official site After a long time, I'm releasing a solo album, "Hadou".... Even if it's still Summer, please keep listening to it in Autumn and Winter. That's because most of this work was made during Autumn and
- [<i>Hadou</i> Samples Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/08/09/hadou-samples-available/) - The samples for Koshi Inaba's latest solo album "Hadou" have been uploaded to B'z Official website. I recorded them all and put them into a video, however, as bitchy as YouTube is, it won't let me upload the video. So I uploaded it here instead. Check it out! More information on Koshi Inaba's new album:
- [Larry And Tak Grooving At Tokyo Jazz Festival 2010](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/08/05/larry-and-tak-grooving-at-tokyo-jazz-festival-2010/) - Having released TAKE YOUR PICK and toured throughout Japan, Larry Carlton and Tak Matsumoto are delighted to announce that they will be performing at the Tokyo Jazz Festival 2010. While it is the 3rd time for Larry Carlton(2006, 2008 and 2010) to perform at the Tokyo Jazz Festival, it's the first time ever that Tak
- ["Which B'z Single Do You Want to Hear During Summer?" Survey](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/29/which-bz-single-do-you-want-to-hear-during-summer-survey/) - As you may know, Japanese love rankings and polls, and this time goo music site made a survey asking "Which B'z single do you want to hear during summer?". This survey was held within a group of 1137 men and women who are between 10 and 60 years old. Here are the results! 1. Taiyou
- ["B'z SHOP-GYM" Campaign to Promote New DVD and Blu-Ray](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/28/bz-shop-gym-campaign-to-promote-new-dvd-and-blu-ray/) - B'z latest release "B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't No Magic" at TOKYO DOME" on DVD and Blu-Ray has already topped the Oricon chart, and a massive advertising campaign has been launched. This morning, two coloured pages featured B'z ads in the Asahi Shinbun (one of Japan's most renown newspapers), promoting this new release. Also, busses with
- [Message From B'z Concerning <i>Ain't no Magic</i> DVD/BD Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/27/message-from-bz-concerning-aint-no-magic-dvdbd-release/) - It's about time. Tomorrow, B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't no Magic" will be officially released in stores in Japan. People who pre-ordered can even grab it already and enjoy it one day before official release. As usual, B'z releases messages directed at their fans one day before release. Here's the message: Finally the great Live-Gym is
- [New Tak Matsumoto Signature Model "TAK MATSUMOTO DC KORINA"](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/24/new-tak-matsumoto-signature-model-tak-matsumoto-dc-korina/) - Tak Matsumoto is at it again, releasing a new Gibson Signature Model, the "Tak Matsumoto DC Korina". Fans are very delighted to see the new lineup of the Double-Cutaway model, one of Tak's favorite guitars. The body is made out of korina wood, giving it that yellow'ish color. The guitar will come in two flavors:
- [Larry Carlton & Tak Matsumoto To Do Additional Live Performances](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/24/larry-carlton-tak-matsumoto-to-do-additional-live-performances/) - Additional live performances have just been announced for Larry Carlton's & Tak Matsumoto's "TAKE YOUR PICK" tour in Japan. September 1st - Zepp SAPPORO September 2nd - Zepp SENDAI September 6th - BLUE NOTE TOKYO September 7th - BLUE NOTE TOKYO And here's a little video of Larry and Tak performing together in Blue Note Tokyo:
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't No Magic"</i> on DVD and Blu-Ray](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/07/bz-live-gym-aint-no-magic-on-dvd-and-blu-ray/) - Right after the tour is over, B'z official website got updated to show a new opening video stating that the live video will hit in both DVD and Blu-Ray (Yes, that's high-definition B'z!!) flavors soon. Expect more details in the future.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 <i>Ain't no Magic</i> DVD & Blu-ray 07/28 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/05/25/bz-live-gym-2010-aint-no-magic-dvd-blu-ray-0728-out/) - B'z finally announced the release of their 2010 tour finale B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't no Magic" at Tokyo Dome. It's going to be July 28th, 2010. Approximate run time is going to be 151 minutes (over two hours!!). There are no extras included, obviousy because of the DVD that came with MAGIC. As for the
- [Koshi Solo Album <i>Hadou</i> 08/18 out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/05/koshi-solo-album-hadou-0818-out/) - And finally, we have a release date for Koshi's new solo album! "Hadou" will be out on 08/18, and it'll have a regular and a limited edition. The limited edition will feature a DVD with all of Koshi's promotional videos (PVs), except for "Okay" which is on the limited edition DVD of the single. (see
- [Tak Matsumoto Latest <i>Be With!</i> Interview Now Translated](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/01/tak-matsumoto-latest-be-with-interview-now-translated/) - This quarter's issue of the B'z fanclub magazine Be With! contained lengthy separate interviews with both Tak Matsumoto and Koshi Inaba about their respective solo projects. The pair discussed their latest works in depth along with a variety of related subjects, as well as reiterating that as soon as their solo tours are over they
- [Now Subtitled: "Uchouten" Performance on CDTV](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/01/now-subtitled-「uchouten」-performance-on-cdtv/) - Hot on the heels of last week's debut performance of 「Uchouten」, B'z have also made an appearance on 「CDTV」 for their 2014->2015 special to reign in the new year. On the program, the band again performed the new single due out on January 14th. Today, you can already watch a subtitled version in the Dailymotion
- [Now Subtitled: "Uchouten" Performance & Interview on Music Station](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/12/28/now-subtitled-uchouten-performance-interview-on-music-station/) - Just weeks ahead of the band unleashing their 51st single and first in over two years, B'z made an appearance as one of the headlining artists for this year's four-hour 「Music Station Super Live」 program just this past Friday. The band gave a brief interview and performed their newest work, 「Uchouten」, which will officially go
- [<i>Be With!</i> Vol. 95 Interview Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/03/be-with-vol-95-interview-translation/) - After a short hiatus, we are now able to bring you the latest B'z interview to date! The interview was conducted right after their Pepsi PREMIUM LIVE in August last year. This issue covers a lot of behind the scenes information on the band's debut English album, the involvement of drummer Shane Gaalaas in its
- [<i>Be With!</i> Vol. 94 Interview Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/10/20/be-with-vol-94-interview-translation/) - We are sure it's been a while since you've read a full interview with B'z that was exclusive to fanclub members. Keen used to translate bits here and there which would also reveal funny bits about the band. We are striving to do the same. In Be With! Vol. 94 the band talks about their
- [<i>Be With!</i> Vol. 96 Interview Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/04/03/be-with-vol-96-interview-translation/) - The interview contained in the latest issue of the B'z fanclub magazine Be With! has finally been translated and is now ready for your viewing pleasure. The interview was conducted in November 2012. Tak and Koshi talk about their experiences during the 2012 North American tour. Additionally, they talk about their experiences during the filming
- [B'z J-WAVE Radio Segment Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/07/17/bz-j-wave-radio-segment-translation/) - Koshi: Good afternoon to everyone who tuned into J-WAVE HOLIDAY SPECIAL: PEPSI NEX presents ALL TOGETHER NOW. I'm Koshi Inaba. Tak: And I'm Tak Matsumoto. Koshi: So, today's topic is what you could enjoy with somebody, what could get you excited. In other words: "Together!". What we've been producing as B'z together with everyone else's
- [B'z Interview <i>Be With!</i> Vol. 081 Official Fanclub Special Issue March 2009](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/04/bz-interview-be-with-vol-081-official-fanclub-special-issue-march-2009/) - Yep, this is an interview, from the March 2009 issue of the official B'z fanclub magazine. You only get it if you're a member of B'z PARTY. This is just a rather small part of the interview, but I'll continue to translate parts of it until I have the whole interview translated. I'll keep you
- ["DIVE" Lyrics & Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/08/14/dive-lyrics-translation/) - Hey guys, kept you waiting there. Especially since this has been done weeks before the actual release of the new single. Hit the read more link to see the lyrics. Link has also been added to the "Translations" page. Song Title(Japanese): DIVE Song Title(Romanized): DIVE Song Title(English): DIVE Lyrics: Koshi Inaba Music: Takahiro Matsumoto Translated by
- [<i>Be With!</i> Vol. 108 Tak Matsumoto Interview Summary](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/17/「be-with-vol-108」tak-matsumoto-interview-summary/) - Translating all these interviews word by word takes a lot of time and effort, which has created a huge backlog on our part. To still keep you all updated with the latest information, we will from now on give you a quick summary of the most important points that have been made or revealed during
- [INABA/SALAS New Album <i>CHUBBY GROOVE</i> On Sale Now:<br/>Koshi's Release Message Translated](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/18/inabasalas-new-album-chubby-groove-on-sale-nowkoshis-release-message-translated/) - As is customary for both his B'z and solo efforts, Koshi Inaba has provided a written message for today's release of his collaborative effort with Stevie Salas CHUBBY GROOVE. We have translated the message below: You can order the album at the usual places: [YesAsia] [CDJapan] [Amazon Japan]. The duo's joint tour CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR
- [Full Music Video for Koshi's "Suiro" Now Out](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/05/full-music-video-for-koshis「suiro」-now-out/) - Today, a full music video for Koshi Inaba's 「Suiro」, one of the four tracks on his upcoming single 「Hane」 due out next week, was uploaded to the official B'z YouTube channel. Due to region restrictions recently imposed as a result of YouTube RED's implementation, we have mirrored the video here for all to see.
- [Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage- Promo Video](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/20/「tak-matsumoto-tour-2016-the-voyage-」-promo-video/) - An update to the official B'z website today brings a promotional teaser video of Tak Matsumoto's upcoming solo tour「Tak Matsumoto Tour 2016 -The Voyage-」which will see him playing large venues such as Osaka Jo Hall and Nippon Budokan for the first time as a solo artist. The nationwide tour is to be held at five
- [<i>「B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」</i> Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/09/「bz-live-gym-2015-epic-night-」-commercial-on-air/) - With about two weeks left until the release of the home video of their 2015 tour 「B’z LIVE-GYM 2015 -EPIC NIGHT-」 on DVD and Blu-ray, the commercial made its TV debut during the broadcast of Detective Conan last Saturday. This version of the commercial features songs 「Uchouten」, 「RED」 and 「Las Vegas」. Check it out!
- [DVD & Blu-ray <i>Tak Matsumoto LIVE 2014 -New Horizon-</i> DIGEST](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/04/03/dvd-blu-ray「tak-matsumoto-live-2014-new-horizon-」digest/) - To wet your appetite for Tak Matsumoto's upcoming new solo album, a digest of Tak's previous solo tour in 2014 has been posted. The show will be available on DVD and Blu-ray that comes with the limited editions of 「enigma」.
- [INABA/SALAS "AISHI-AISARE" Music Video & Bonus Clips Out Now](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/06/inabasalas-「aishi-aisare」-music-video-now-available/) - A full video for one of the new Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas collaborations has now been made available on the pair's YouTube channel. The song "AISHI-AISARE" (Love, Be Loved) is set to be included on their album CHUBBY GROOVE, due for release on January 18, 2016. You can pre-order the album at the usual places:
- [INABA/SALAS's "OVERDRIVE" As Porsche Panamera Theme Song, "WABISABI" Clip Now Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/15/inabasalass-overdrive-as-porsche-panamera-theme-song-wabisabi-clip-now-available/) - With the release of Koshi Inaba & Stevie Salas's collaborative album CHUBBY GROOVE due out this week, the last of the promotional push is now getting underway. Foremost, the pair's song "OVERDRIVE" is now serving as the theme to the new edition of Porsche's Panamera as shown in the clip below: Additionally, the duo have
- [INABA/SALAS Full "OVERDRIVE" Music Video Now Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/16/inabasalas-full-overdrive-music-video-now-available/) - With the release of their collaborative album CHUBBY GROOVE set for this Wednesday, another full-length music video from Koshi Inaba and Stevie Salas has been uploaded to their joint YouTube channel. This time, the two have released the oft-previewed "OVERDRIVE", whose music video was filmed in and around Austin, Texas. You can pre-order the album
- [Koshi and Tak Continue Solo - New Solo Tours Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/10/15/koshi-and-tak-continue-solo-new-solo-tours-announced/) - Koshi Inaba has this week announced his plans for a 2017 tour with Stevie Salas dubbed 「INABA / SALAS “CHUBBY GROOVE TOUR 2017”」. The tour will include mostly small club venues, with a capacity of about 2000 people each, and will be in support of Koshi's and Stevie Salas' yet to be announced collaboration album.
- [INABA/SALAS "AISHI-AISARE" Featured in d hits Commercials](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/27/inabasalas-「aishi-aisare」featured-in-「d-hits」-commercials/) - Koshi Inaba's and Stevie Salas' song "AISHI-AISARE" from their upcoming collaborative album CHUBBY GROOVE is featured in the latest NTT DoCoMo-owned streaming service d hits commercials. The full version of the song is also exclusively available for streaming on d hits from today.
- [INABA/SALAS "TROPHY" WOWOW 2017 Tennis Season Image Song](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/12/07/inabasalas-「trophy」-wowow-2017-tennis-season-image-song/) - The track 「TROPHY」 off Koshi Inaba's and Stevie Salas' upcoming collaborative album 「CHUBBY GROOVE」 will be used by Japanese TV channel WOWOW as image song for their broadcasts of the 2017 tennis season, starting with the Brisbane International held from January 1 - 8, 2017. What's more, Koshi Inaba sat down with Japanese tennis superstar
- [INABA / SALAS Collaborative Album <i>CHUBBY GROOVE</i> Releases January 18, 2017!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/11/30/inaba-salas-collaborative-abum-「chubby-groove」releases-january-18-2017/) - The cat is finally out of the bag! Koshi Inaba's and Stevie Salas' highly anticipated collaborative album has finally been announced. Their album titled 「CHUBBY GROOVE」 will release in Japan on January 18, 2017 contrary to previous rumors, which indicated that the album is going to be released in December. 「CHUBBY GROOVE」 features twelve tracks,
- [INABA / SALAS "SAYONARA RIVER" Music Video](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/11/28/inaba-salas-「sayonara-river」music-video/) - Today we get a first glimpse at Koshi Inaba's and Stevie Salas' collaborative project. A possible song from their yet-to-be-announced upcoming album was uploaded to the "Chubby Groove Official Channel" on YouTube. The track 「SAYONARA RIVER」 features a groovy tune, with Stevie Salas no doubt rocking the guitar. In the video, we can see Koshi and
- [Koshi Inaba Digital Exclusive Single "YELLOW" Now Available!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/23/koshi-inaba-digital-exclusive-single-「yellow」now-available/) - Koshi Inaba has just released his latest digital exclusive single 「YELLOW」 through digital music channels such as iTunes Japan, Mora and Dwango. The release comes after the song was announced in March, to be featured in the latest line of KOSE sun protection commercials. Ever since, the song has been reworked and has now been released in
- [<i>Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ~enIII~</i> on DVD & Blu-ray 2016.08.03!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/06/23/「koshi-inaba-live-2016-～eniii～」on-dvd-blu-ray-2016-08-03/) - Two months after Koshi's latest tour 「Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ～enIII～」 had wrapped up with a tour finale at the famous Nippon Budokan — which was even livestreamed on Hulu Japan — the home video release of said show has been announced: August 3rd, 2016. This release is announced amidst rumors that Koshi is currently working on
- [Koshi Inaba Giving Interview on <i>ZIP!</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/02/26/koshi-inaba-giving-interview-on-「zip」/) - Koshi Inaba has just announced that he will be guest on NTV's morning news program 「ZIP!」 on March 4th, 2016. He will most likely talk about his current live tour and about the recently announced live streaming of his tour finale through Hulu. Via: B'z Official Website
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ~en III~ Kicks Off in Yamanashi](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/16/「koshi-inaba-live-2016-en-iii」-kicks-off-in-yamanashi/) - Following his appearance on All Night Nippon Gold yesterday, Koshi Inaba has kicked off his latest rendition of the en-series of tours today. The show at the i-Messe Yamanashi spanned 22 songs, which included all songs from his new single 「Hane」. Koshi Inaba's tour runs until March 6th where he will perform at the Nippon
- ["Hane" Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/01/12/「hane」-release-message/) - Koshi Inaba has as usual released a message for his fans to commemorate the release of his new single 「Hane」. Check it out!
- [Koshi Inaba New Single "Hane" Coming January 13th](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/23/koshi-inaba-new-single-「hane」-coming-january-13th/) - Five and a half years following the release of his last solo single on CD, Koshi has announced the release of his long-awaited ninth single 「Hane」(Feather). The title track of the single will serve as the opening theme to the anime series Detective Conan from January 9th. The song made its world-premiere during the InterFM
- [<i>Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~</i> DVD & Blu-ray Out November 18th](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/09/18/koshi-inaba-live-2014-～en-ball～-dvd-blu-ray-out-november-18th/) - The release date for the home video release of Koshi's 2014 solo tour 「Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~」 has finally been announced. The show at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball is going to be out on DVD and Blu-ray on November 18th at a price of 6,480 Japanese Yen. Judging from the set list, the home
- [<i>Koshi Inaba Live 2014 ~en-ball~</i> DVD & Blu-ray Out in November](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/08/28/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-dvd-blu-ray-out-in-november/) - Koshi Inaba's solo live tour from last year is finally seeing its release. The full show at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball will be available on DVD and Blu-ray in November. No further details were given at this point. Expect further information in September, as new releases are usually announced one and a half months in
- [Koshi Inaba Live 2016 ~en III~ Dates Announced! [UPDATE]](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/08/05/koshi-inaba-live-2016-en-iii-dates-announced/) - One and a half years after Koshi's last solo tour at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball, his new solo tour en III has been announced! The tour will run from January 16, 2016 to March 6, 2016 with the final three dates at the legendary Nippon Budokan. Tickets will be available through the fanclub and ticket
- [Koshi Working With Barry Sparks' New Band on <i>Riot on Mars</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/01/29/koshi-working-with-barry-sparks-new-band-「riot-on-mars」/) - Mainstay B'z support member and bassist Barry Sparks has recently announced in a news update on his official website, that he founded a new band called "Riot on Mars" with his longtime friend Michael Viscera. Their debut album is called "First Wave" and will be released soon! On the album, Koshi plays the blues harmonica on
- [Koshi Wraps Up Tour At Stellar Ball](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/22/koshi-wraps-up-tour-at-stellar-ball/) - On Friday, Koshi wrapped up his tour「Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~」in support of his recently released new solo album「Singing Bird」. The tour finale was screened live in cinemas all over Japan as part of a so-called "Live Viewing" event. Koshi switched up the set list for each day of the tour, making each show a
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Day 3 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/08/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-day-3-setlist/) - Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Day 3 Setlist 01. Jimmy no Asa 02. THE RACE 03. CAGE FIGHT 04. Ai Naki Michi 05. arizona 06. touch 07. Nani mo Nai Machi 08. Golden Road 09. Nemurenai no wa Dare no Sei 10. Shoumen Shoutotsu 11. Nakinagara 12. Tooku Made 13. Route 53 14. Stay Free
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Day 2 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/07/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-day-2-set-list/) - Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Day 2 Setlist 01. Jimmy no Asa (Koshi on acoustic guitar) 02. THE RACE 03. CHAIN 04. Wonderland 05. arizona 06. touch 07. Yokorenbo 08. Golden Road (3D Projection Mapping) 09. Nemurenai no wa Dare no Sei 10. Shoumen Shoutotsu 11. Nakinagara 12. Tooku Made 13. Route 53 14. Stay
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Tour Merchandise](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/05/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-tour-merchandise/) - Here's the tour merchandise that is available at the merchandise booth at Shinagawa Stellar Ball. It won't be long until said merchandise is also available through B'z The Store. See the full list after the break. Official Tour Merchandise Gacha Gacha Items
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Day 1 Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/06/05/koshi-inaba-live-2014-en-ball-day-1-set-list/) - Koshi Inaba's solo tour "Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~" kicked off today at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball. According to fan reports, the show started without a huge introductory movie or the like. Koshi just walked on stage, sat down, and started playing his acoustic guitar, which marked the beginning of the show with「Jimmy no Asa」as
- [<i>Singing Bird</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/05/20/「singing-bird」release-message/) - Koshi Inaba's new album「Singing Bird」is out now for all early bird(pun intended) buyers! To celebrate the release, Koshi Inaba has released a message for his fans. Check it out below. Furthermore, samples to Koshi's new solo album are now available on the album's B'z Wiki page. Feel free to get a glimpse of Koshi's new
- [<i>Electric Island, Acoustic Sea</i> Out Now & On iTunes Worldwide!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/02/08/electric-island-acoustic-sea-out-now-on-itunes-worldwide/) - Tak Matsumoto & Daniel Ho's joint album Electric Island, Acoustic Sea was released in Japan today, and is available worldwide on iTunes as well! The album retails for $11.99 for the entire 12-track album, or $1.29 per track. The release is available on all iTunes storefronts internationally with similar pricing. For those that missed them,
- [Check Out Koshi's Bike From the "Stay Free" MV](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/24/check-out-koshis-bike-from-the「stay-free」mv/) - If anyone ever wondered what Koshi's ride is, well, we have the answer! It's a MV Agusta -75 customized by a California based workshop run by Shinya Kimura. He even mentions in the video that he was working on it for a "Japanese singer". Check it out!
- [Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~ Tour Logo Revealed!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/23/koshi-inaba-live-2014-～en-ball～-tour-logo-revealed/) - The tour logo for Koshi Inaba's tour in support of his upcoming solo album 「Singing Bird」has been revealed. The tour titled Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ～en-ball～ starts on June 5th, 2014 at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball . The tour runs through June 20th, 2014 with 10 shows at the same venue.
- [Koshi Inaba Digital Exclusive Single "Stay Free" Out Now!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/22/koshi-inaba-digital-exclusive-single-「stay-free」out-now/) - Hit the road with Koshi in his new digital exclusive single 「Stay Free」！The song will also be part of Koshi's upcoming album 「Singing Bird」which is set to be released on May 21st, 2014. You can buy it on iTunes Japan and other Japanese digital music sites such as mora and Musing. As with the previous
- [[UPDATE] Koshi Inaba New Album <i>Singing Bird</i> 5/21 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/04/21/koshi-inaba-new-album「singing-bird」521-out/) - After a 4 year hiatus, Koshi has today announced that his new solo album 「Singing Bird」will be released on May 21st, 2014. The album is not, as we feared, going to be a digital-only release, coming in a regular CD and a limited CD+DVD edition. It includes the previously released digital singles「Nensho」and「Nakinagara」as well as the tie-up song
- [Koshi Inaba's New Song To Be Featured in Olympus TV Commercial](https://www.offthelock.com/2014/03/04/koshi-inabas-new-song-to-be-featured-in-olympus-tv-commercial/) - More solo news! Koshi Inaba's new song 「oh my love」 will be featured in the new line of Olympus commercials. The commercial starring Japanese soccer player Keisuke Honda will advertise Olympus' new mirrorless camera OM-D E-M10. The commercial is set to be on air Japan-wide from March 7th. More details on "oh my love" as
- [Message From Inaba About <i>~en II~</i> Release](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/02/15/message-from-inaba-san-about-en-ii-release/) - The heart-warming en II tour is out on DVD now. When I watch this, I am reminded of the great days with my wonderful friends... Please enjoy it while drinking tea. Inaba Koshi
- [<i>Jam Power</i> Officially Announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/10/01/jam-power-officially-announced/) - The official announcement for Stevie Salas' new cover album "Jam Power" has been posted on B'z Official Website. As we previously reported, it's going to be released on October 20th, 2010 priced at 2500 Yen in Japan. It looks like it is going to be available internationally as well, since the Japanese edition contains a
- [Inaba Nominated at Billboard JAPAN MUSIC Awards 2010](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/09/18/inaba-nominated-at-billboard-japan-music-award-2010/) - The next iteration of the Billboard JAPAN MUSIC Awards will be held in Tokyo Midtown Hall on January 6th, 2011. Additionally the nominations for each category have been revealed. Koshi Inaba is one of the nominees in the category "Top Pop Artist 2010". You can check out the complete list of nominees at Billboard JAPAN
- [Stevie Salas Cover Album <i>Jam Power</i>, Koshi Inaba Featured In It](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/09/11/stevie-salas-cover-album-jam-power-koshi-inaba-featured-in-it/) - Rock virtuoso Stevie Salas is currently recording his new cover album "Jam Power". His last cover album "Electronic Pow wow" was released in 1993, in which he covers songs that influenced him as a musician featuring celebrity guest artists, to much critical acclaim. Now, in 2010, he's teaming up with artists such as Koshi Inaba,
- [Koshi Inaba ~en II~ Tour Setlist](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/08/21/koshi-inaba-en-ii-tour-setlist/) - Koshi Inaba's solo tour titled ~en II~ kicked off in Shizuoka today, and as usual, we have the setlist right here for you: Note: The setlist will be the same if there are no updates on setlists from other venues. Date: August 21, 2010 Venue: Ecopa Arena (Shizuoka) 01 Tamayura 02 My Mirai 03 The
- [<i>Koshi Inaba LIVE 2014 ~en-ball~</i> Release Message](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/17/koshi-inaba-live-2014-～en-ball～-release-message/) - Koshi has posted a message for his fans commemorating his new home video release. Check it out below.
- [Koshi Provides Theme Song "Suiro" To Drama "Godan"](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/11/05/koshi-provides-theme-song-suiro-to-drama-godan/) - Koshi Inaba will provide the theme song to the WOWOW drama "Godan" which is set to start airing every Sunday 10PM from November 22nd. The song is called "Suiro" (waterway). Koshi commented as follows: "I painted the main character of the song as a person who believes in tomorrow and tries to do something with
- [Koshi Lands #1 Spot on DVD and Blu-ray Chart for the First Time](https://www.offthelock.com/2016/08/11/koshi-lands-1-spot-on-dvd-and-blu-ray-chart-for-the-first-time/) - The recently released home video of Koshi Inaba's 2016 solo tour 「Koshi Inaba LIVE 2016 ～enIII～」 has gained the pole position on both the general DVD as well as the general Blu-Ray Oricon charts. The home video release sold 12,000 copies on DVD and 23,000 copies on Blu-ray in its first week. Koshi's last solo
- [~en II~ Support Members & "Okay" Commercial On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/05/22/en-ii-support-members-okay-commercial-on-air/) - Hey folks, been quite a while since I posted here last time. There haven't been a lot of updates, though. The supporting members for Koshi Inaba's ~en II~ tour have been announced a while ago (too bad Stevie Salas isn't on the list): Drums: Shane Gaalaas [ http://www.shanegaalaas.com/ ] Guitar: Yogi Lonich [ http://yogimusic.com/ ]
- [Koshi Inaba Interview On <i>Hadou</i> Featured in Magazines](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/07/20/koshi-inaba-interview-on-hadou-featured-in-magazines/) - Koshi Inaba has given an interview on his latest solo album "Hadou", which will be out on August 18th. We don't know if it's going to be the same interview in every magazine. An interview with Koshi Inaba will be in these magazines: smart - July 24 DIME - August 9 FRaU - August 12
- [<i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> USA/Europe Release Date & Support Members](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/04/28/take-your-pick-usaeurope-release-date-support-members/) - Yes, you're reading this right. Larry Carlton's and Tak Matsumoto's "TAKE YOUR PICK" is going to be in stores in the United States and Europe on June 15th, 2010! A tour has yet to be announced for Europe, but we will keep our hopes up! There has been no word on pricing, by the way.
- [Larry Carlton & Tak Matsumoto <i>TAKE YOUR PICK</i> 6/2 OUT!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/04/09/larry-carlton-tak-matsumoto-take-your-pick-62-out/) - This is what we've all been waiting for! Larry Carlton and Tak Matsumoto have announced today, that their collaboration album, "TAKE YOUR PICK", is going to be released in Japan on June 2nd, 2010. It's going retail at a price of 3,059 Yen (approx. $32 / 24€). While this is a pretty hefty price tag
- [Koshi & Tak Solo Tours Detailed](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/04/13/koshi-tak-solo-tours-detailed/) - Now, this is really interesting. Koshi's live tour is announced before even his new album is announced? Ridiculous. Also, look at the prices... they've raised them quite a bit considering it's not a major B'z tour. As for Tak Matsumoto's tour, currently there are tour dates available only for Japan. It was also to be
- [Tak and Koshi Solo Confirmed](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/29/tak-and-koshi-solo-confirmed/) - As of today, it's completely official: Tak and Koshi have been working on solo projects. Tak Matsumoto's Solo Project As previously reported, Larry Carlton is working on a new album with Tak. According to B'z Official Website, the album is due for June 2010 along with a tour! And here's the thing, the album will
- [McSwain Guitar Tak Matsumoto Model](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/28/mcswain-guitar-tak-matsumoto-model/) - So, wow, I just spotted this on a Japanese blog. The guitar looks pretty amazing. It's named "TAK'S MACHINE #0005". Well, if you look at the pictures, it's only obvious, that it's called "a machine". Tak Matsumoto of B'z (one of the greatest Japanese rock bands in history) and Stephen met in March of 2009
- [Larry Carlton + Tak Matsumoto = New Album!](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/28/larry-carlton-tak-matsumoto-new-album/) - Apparently this has been around for some time, and it has not been officially announced yet, however, we do have a source to confirm it: WBA Entertainment Inc. For those who don't know Larry Carlton, he's an American jazz fusion, pop, rock guitarist and a singer. Throughout his career he's earned 3 Grammy awards for
- [First New Supposed Koshi Solo Song on TV](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/18/first-new-supposed-koshi-solo-song-on-tv/) - This has been caught on TV today, advertising a remade "News 23 Cross" news show. Listen to the song in the background. It's Koshi Inaba, isn't it? I guess all that's left to see is an official announcement?
- [French J-Music Awards: The Results](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/02/22/french-j-music-awards-the-results/) - Hey folks, I just received an E-Mail stating that the results for the French J-Music Awards 2009 are out. B'z did fairly well, I suppose. An interesting aspect is what the average voter is like. According to their statistics, girls hold 2/3 of the total votes. Here is an extract from the results in which
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't No Magic" Dome Tour Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/02/12/bz-live-gym-2010-aint-no-magic-dome-tour-set-list/) - Hey guys, the dome tour kicked off today and we have the set list. To our disappointment we have to inform you that they didn't change anything in the set list. However there appears to be a main and a substage so even fans further away from the stage can enjoy B'z. The set list
- [SLASH's Self-Titled Solo Album <i>SLASH</i> Hitting Stores 3/31 in Japan*Updated*](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/02/10/slashs-self-titled-solo-album-slash-hitting-stores-331-in-japan/) - SLASH's self-titled solo album "SLASH" is going to be released in Japan on March 31st, 2010. Yes, that's right, it's going to be released before the rest of the world gets it in April. The Japanese album contains SAHARA featuring Koshi Inaba as the last track. Price will be 3600 Yen for the deluxe edition
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't no Magic" Hall Tour Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/01/14/bz-live-gym-2010-aint-no-magic-hall-tour-set-list/) - Yep, the tour kicked off today, and the first concert is already over, and here's the set list for those eager to find out. SPOILER WARNING: If you plan on attending the LIVE-GYM I suggest you don't read this as it will probably spoil your fun at the concert. B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't No Magic"
- [Japanese Magazine PLAYER "2009 Reader's Poll"](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/01/11/japanese-magazine-player-2009-readers-poll/) - The latest issue of the Japanese music magazine PLAYER(http://www.player.jp/index.html) features a retrospect on the year 2009, and what readers of the magazine liked the most. Here's how B'z, Shane Gaalaas and Masuda Takanobu were ranked: Category "Best Artist": B'z ranked 3rd Category "Best Live Performance in Japan": B'z ranked 4th Catagory "Best Vocalist": Koshi Inaba
- [Epiphone Announces The Release Of New 'Epiphone Tak Matsumoto DC Custom'](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/12/21/epiphone-announces-the-release-of-new-epiphone-tak-matsumoto-dc-custom/) - Japan's most famous guitarist, and beloved guitarist of B'z, Tak Matsumoto, has finished creating just another new guitar(after introducing the new Gibson Tak Matsumoto DC Custom models), but this time it's for Epiphone, which is part of Gibson, just that Epiphone's guitars aim for customers with lower budgets. The "Epiphone Tak Matsumoto DC Custom" will
- [Koshi Inaba Participating in Slash's Solo Album!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/29/koshi-inaba-participating-in-slashs-solo-album/) - Slash, former guitarist of the famous band Guns N' Roses, has announced that he has been working with Koshi Inaba on a collaboration track, which will be featured on his new solo album slated for a February 2010 release. The track is called "SAHARA". Prior to the release of the album, a single will be
- [Slash Interview on Koshi & SAHARA](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/02/slash-interview-on-koshi-sahara/) - Just the other day, and with the release of his first solo single impending, Slash did a TV interview to promote it. Given that it was for a Japanese story, the focus was obviously on his collaboration with Koshi and how it went and came about. Running at just under three minutes, it's nice to
- [English "SAHARA" Coming?](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/12/18/english-sahara-coming/) - The positive reception to SAHARA may lead to another edition. As per Slash's Twitter account: Hey, thanks for all the compliments on "Sahara," we might have an english version on the album. Slash's solo album isn't set for release until next year, but he had previously noted that SAHARA would be a Japan exclusive. The
- [Tak & Koshi's Favorite Music from 2009](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/12/15/tak-koshis-favorite-music-from-2009/) - And you thought their music was diverse; look at the albums Koshi & Tak listed as their favorite releases from the year of 2009. One of them doesn't fit with the rest, to say the least. Certainly an interesting choice, I'd say. Tak Matsumoto Green Day - 21st Century Breakdown Neal Schon - Beyond the
- ["Time Flies" Lyrics & Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/21/time-flies-lyrics-translation/) - Song Title(Japanese): Time Flies Song Title(Romanized): Time Flies Song Title(English): Time Flies Lyrics: Koshi Inaba Music: Takahiro Matsumoto Translated by Tobias (Translation is at the bottom) (Note: The red text is not part of the official lyrics, but is sung in the song) >> Jump to the english translation
- ["Freedom Train" Lyrics & Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/20/freedom-train-lyrics-translation/) - Song Title(Japanese): Freedom Train Song Title(Romanized): Freedom Train Song Title(English): Freedom Train Lyrics: Koshi Inaba Music: Takahiro Matsumoto Translated by Tobias (Translation is at the bottom) (Note: The red text is not part of the official lyrics, but is sung in the song) >> Jump to the english translation
- [Messages from Tak and Koshi & "Long time no see" as Theme Song](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/17/messages-from-tak-and-koshi-long-time-no-see-announced-as-theme-song/) - "Long time no see" has been announced as the theme song for the drama show "Salaryman Kintaro 2", which will start airing on TV Asahi in January, 2010. If you want to check it out, here's the official homepage: http://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/kintaro/ With B'z 17th official studio album "MAGIC" out of the door, Tak and Koshi have
- [Koshi Inaba Working on New Solo Project?](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/16/koshi-inaba-working-on-new-solo-project/) - I must say, I really love the way Stevie Salas posts his news updates on his website. You really get to know what he's been up to. In an update dated November 15th, Koshi Inaba is mentioned. He apparently flew out to L.A. to record 6 new songs with Stevie Salas for his new solo
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2010 "Ain't no Magic" Logo & Support Members announced](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/04/bz-live-gym-2010-aint-no-magic-logo-support-members-announced/) - The tour logo has been posted on B'z Official Website today: I hope you all like it as much as I do. I think it's very original. Furthermore, support members have been announced along with revealing the logo: Masuda Takanobu -- Keyboards Barry Sparks -- Bass Shane Gaalaas -- Drums Ohta Shinichiro and Akihito Tokunaga
- [B'z NEW ALBUM <i>MAGIC</i> & LIVE-GYM 2010 ANNOUNCED!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/27/bz-new-album-magic-live-gym-2010-announced/) - Way to go there, guys! This has not been announced on the official website at the time of this posting.(Update: Now on official site as well) I just read it on a japanese blog, who read it in a newspaper this morning. So yeah, 17th album "MAGIC". It's going to be out November 18th, 2009
- [<i>MAGIC</i> Samples & Radio Special Now Online](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/02/magic-samples-radio-special-now-online/) - The new album, MAGIC, is set to be released in a few weeks, which inevitably meant we were in for the sample treatment. On the official band site, samples of every song are now available and they are sounding brilliant. There seem to be no shortage of hard rock tunes, either. Check out those samples
- [Eric Martin To Cover "Itsuka no Merry Christmas", Sample Released](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/11/02/eric-martin-to-cover-itsuka-sample-released/) - We originally planned to post this back when it was first announced, but now that the samples are out, it'll be a much more interesting news bit. Eric Martin, who most of you will recognize as the vocalist and chief lyricist for Tak's supergroup project back in 2004, TMG (as well as the frontman of
- [COUNTDOWN to bayfm 20th Anniversary -- B'z Talking & New Tracks On Air](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/30/countdown-to-bayfm-20th-anniversary-bz-talking-new-tracks-on-air/) - Bayfm is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a special broadcast in Japan today. The first two hours, Koshi and Tak talked with the moderator about music and other things. It was a so-called "B'z Special". Here comes the surprising part: "Kirei na Namida" from the MY LONELY TOWN single has been aired as well as
- [Happy 21st Anniversary!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/21/happy-21st-anniversary/) - Happy birthday B'z! B'z debuted on September 21, 1988 and this is now their 21st year since their debut. Keep going B'z!! I was hoping for a major announcement being made today, but unfortunately Japan is celebrating the Respect-for-the-Aged Day (敬老の日; keirou no hi) today, and on September 23rd, Japan will celebrate Autumnal Equinox (秋分の日;
- [MY LONELY TOWN & Ichibu to Zenbu @ SUMMER SONIC 2009](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/12/my-lonely-town-summer-sonic-2009/) - Hey guys, a special SUMMER SONIC 2009 show was aired in Japan today, and as you know, B'z performed MY LONELY TOWN there. Fortunately now I don't have to put up the live-recording from SHOWCASE 2009 on here, hehe. Without further ado, MY LONELY TOWN and Ichibu to Zenbu. Enjoy. MY LONELY TOWN (Watch in
- [MY LONELY TOWN](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/09/01/my-lonely-town/) - Hey folks! Looks like "MY LONELY TOWN" is finally out of the bag! But, of course, that doesn't mean the new album is not gonna hit the end of the year. I'm still confident, that it is going to be released in November. If I'm wrong, feel free to stop by, the cold beer's on
- [New Album Coming in November?!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/08/25/new-album-coming-in-november/) - So yeah, it has been quite a while again. I'm finally done with work, and now I'm just waiting for university to start (Oct. 5). :) Really pumped for it. There have been some rumors about B'z lately. With "PRAY" officially announced(also available for download as ringtone as of 8/24) as a theme song for
- [SHOWCASE 2009 -B'z In Your Town- Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/07/20/showcase-2009-bz-in-your-town-set-list/) - First day of the SHOWCASE 2009 tour is over, and here we have the set list for Kurume City after the break. A new song has been performed in the ENCORE part. 01. DIVE 02. Shoudou 03. Ichibu to Zenbu 04. BURN -Fumetsu no Face- 05. ZERO 06. Crazy Rendezvous 07. VAMPIRE WOMAN 08. MY
- [B'z SHOWCASE 2009 -B'z IN YOUR TOWN- Schedule](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/07/14/bz-showcase-2009-bz-in-your-town-schedule/) - As of today, the long rumored "B'z SHOWCASE 2009" has finally been announced. This, once again, seems to indicate a release of an album by the end of the year or early next year. B'z will clearly not do a LIVE-GYM this year. Don't get your hopes up, boys. B'z SHOWCASE 2009 -B'z IN YOUR
- [New Stevie Salas Album ft. Tak Matsumoto: Tracklisting Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/06/20/new-stevie-salas-album-tracklisting-revealed/) - It's about time the tracklisting for "SET IT ON BLAST" gets revealed as the album is going to be released in Japan on July 15th. Before I reveal the tracklisting to you, though, I got news for our fellow europeans: Stevie Salas is coming back to Europe in September to rock the stage! Furthermore, his
- ["Ichibu to Zenbu/DIVE" Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/06/17/ichibutozenbudive-announced/) - The other single to be featured on the double A-side, along with the previously announced "DIVE," is a new song titled "Ichibu to Zenbu" (イチブトゼンブ). The song will serve as the theme to Yamashita Tomohisa's new drama, Buzzer Beat, set to begin airing on the 13th of July. 「Ichibu to Zenbu (イチブトゼンブ)／DIVE」 01. Ichibu to
- ["DIVE" 1 Minute Sample](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/06/05/dive-1-minute-sample/) - Found this on YouTube. Seems to have been posted on the official Being channel on YouTube. Update: Looks like Being changed the policy so that nobody outside of Japan can view it. Uploaded it to OTL server.
- [B'z on Stage at Summer Sonic 09](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/06/05/bz-on-stage-at-summer-sonic-09/) - Quite frankly, I knew this was gonna happen. When I checked out the lineup on the Official Summer Sonic 09 Website a week ago, there was a mysterious "SPECIAL GUEST from JAPAN" in the lineup. So yeah, I was thinking "This could only be B'z...". I speculated a lot, and I wasn't the only one
- [B'z New Single "DIVE"](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/05/28/bz-new-single-dive/) - There have been rumors about B'z New Single going to be called "DIVE" because when the new flash site was uploaded, it contained a 20 second sample. It was immediately deleted thereafter, but a few people were able to check out the filename which was "DIVE_0514". Rumors aside, today a new flash video has been
- [B'z New Single 8/5 Out!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/05/25/bz-new-single-85-out/) - After a long period of silence, there has finally been an update, and a big one at that. Check out the new design of the Official B'z Website! With that update, a new single has been announced. It will be released on August 5th! No further information was given at this point. The only thing
- [Tak's Music on New Stevie Salas album](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/05/22/taks-music-on-new-stevie-salas-album/) - According to a news update on Stevie Salas' Official Website, Tak Matsumoto(among others) is participating in Stevie Salas' new album "Set it on blast". I was recording my brand new cd called 'set it on blast' right up to 1 hour before I got on the plane to europe to start this tour... Talk about
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> CM #2](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/11/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-cm-2/) - Today, the second commercial for the upcoming best-of album B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" aired during commercial breaks of Japan Countdown and CDTV. Enjoy.
- [<i>"ULTRA Treasure"</i> Member Messages](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/16/ultra-treasure-member-messages/) - New messages from Tak and Koshi have been posted on the Official B'z Website. Of course we have them translated here for you. Thanks go to Mameshibaken who helped me out a bit. Matsumoto Takahiro's message: “ULTRA Treasure” The second part of the rerecorded series!! The new song“Glory Days” in addition to “BLOWIN'”. Also, please
- ["Glory Days" Lyrics & Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/02/21/glory-days-lyrics-translation/) - Another touching song by B'z. I will continue to put out translations of the new songs. Stay tuned. Hit the "Read more..." link to view it.
- [<i>B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS-</i> 2/25 OUT!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/12/22/live-gym-pleasure-2008-glory-days-225-out/) - The B'z PARTY website has been updated today to feature a new flash movie on the website. On it, it says that the release date for the video of the last 2 days of the B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 GLORY DAYS tour has been decided. It's going to be February 25th, 2009! No further details
- ["Itsuka Mata Koko de" Lyrics & Translation](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/02/21/itsuka-mata-koko-de-lyrics-translation/) - This is a test!
- [Translations Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/02/21/translations-update/) - It's been a while coming, but we're finally going to get more B'z action translated. Right now, for those that missed it, you can catch Tobias's translation of Itsuka Mata Koko de, as well as our subtitled videos of the CLOSE-UP interview the band did for ACTION and the interview they did for NEWS ZERO
- [Tak Brings Dark Fire to Japan](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/12/20/tak-brings-dark-fire-to-japan/) - Gibson has long been the mainstay guitar manufacturer, and its Les Paul design has become an icon that represents guitarists in all arenas of music. Naturally, when an innovation as foreboding as the "Robot Guitar" was introduced last fall, Gibson was once again heralded as the leader in the field. A guitar capable of tuning
- ["Arakure" and "FIREBALL" from <i>Hidden Pleasure Typhoon No.20</i>](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/11/30/arakure-and-fireball-from-hidden-pleasure-typhoon-no20/) - I found these 2 videos on YouTube. Arakure aired on the japanese music channel M-ON! and FIREBALL aired on a channel I don't know as part of the "MEGAHITS REQUEST". There are only 10 days left until the DVD's release, so here's a little incentive to ease the pain. Arakure (and the motocross show): FIREBALL:
- [Message From Barry Sparks](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/11/22/message-from-barry-sparks/) - As you all remember, Barry Sparks was accompanying B'z on their LIVE-GYM rampage this year. On November 12th, he updated his website and posted a short text about the experiences he made while touring through Japan with B'z. Here's what he wrote: Hello there, Thanks for checking out my site. Well, its been a very
- [<i>Typhoon No. 20</i> First Look *Update*](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/11/22/typhoon-no-20-first-look/) - For those who are still wondering if they should buy B'z LIVE-GYM Hidden Pleasure ~Typhoon No.20~ or not, I put up a translated version of the sneak peek of the aforementioned release. It aired on the show MUSIC STATION as part of the Music Station Topics on November 14th. Thanks go to my colleague Kaitoukidsama
- [B'z Christmas Trees in Shibuya](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/11/15/bz-christmas-trees-in-shibuya/) - I haven't heard about this before, but it seems that B'z christmas trees are going to be placed in front of Shibuya Station in Tokyo from November 29th to December 25th! After surfing various sites, I have found a few pictures concerning the B'z christmas trees. They're from back in 2005 when Best Pleasure II
- [<i>Hidden Pleasure ~Typhoon No. 20~</i> Details](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/11/15/hidden-pleasure-typhoon-no-20-details/) - Finally, details concerning the new DVD release "B'z LIVE-GYM Hidden Pleasure ~Typhoon No. 20~" have been released. It's going to be a 3 DVD-set, containing 224 minutes of unreleased LIVE-GYM footage. It's not a complete LIVE-GYM in itself, but a compilation of various LIVE-GYM performances, including a few extras such as the opening of the
- [Shane Gaalas Doing Drum Clinics](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/10/18/shane-gaalas-doing-drum-clinics/) - B'z support member Shane Gaalaas has been doing drum clinics for a short amount of time while touring throughout Japan with B'z. One of these events has been filmed -- namely the one in Osaka -- and you can watch a few minutes of Shane goodness right here: http://www.pearlgakki.info/shane_drum_seminar.html If you're interested in saving the
- ["Hidden Pleasure" Typhoon No. 20](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/10/18/hidden-pleasure-typhoon-no-20/) - I finally get some time to update this site. As you probably already noticed, the official B'z website has changed its design. A new release is coming up, called "B'z LIVE-GYM Hidden Pleasure - Typhoon No. 20 -". It's a DVD containing a secret(?) concert that has been shot somewhere, and it contains 30 songs!
- [New Tak Matsumoto Signature Models!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/30/new-tak-matsumoto-signature-models/) - Apparently, new Tak Matsumoto Signature Models are going to be available over at Gibson's Custom division in autumn this year. I've already taken a look around, and those new models seem to cost around 500,000 Yen(~$4545/~€3333). If anybody can afford one, don't hesitate to take live pictures of it, or even send a sample of
- ["Itsuka Mata Koko De" PV Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/21/itsuka-mata-koko-de-pv-available/) - A PV for "Itsuka Mata Koko De" has been made available on the B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website. It's not really a PV, though. It's more of a compilation of live scenes taken from various concerts (Typhoon No. 15, BUZZ, LIVE RIPPER, to name a few), but it also includes a short scene of the
- ["Itsuka Mata Koko De" Sample Available & New Wallpaper](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/17/itsuka-mata-koko-de-sample-available-new-wallpaper/) - B'z The Best "ULTRA Treasure" has been finally released today, and with it, the sample of "Itsuka Mata Koko De" has been added to the website. If you would like to check it out, click right here: http://sound.being.co.jp/sound/bmcv-8024/d3-t01.asx (Windows Media) http://sound.being.co.jp/sound/bmcv-8024/d3-t01.ram (Real Media) One more important note: "Itsuka Mata Koko De" is going to be
- [Few B'z Updates](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/14/few-bz-updates/) - First of all, I forgot to mention that the japanese TV channel NHK is going to air a 20th anniversary B'z special on October 6th. It is going to be 48 minutes long and won't include any commercials. It's probably going to be something similar to the 15th anniversary special that aired on TV, which
- ["Glory Days" Full Version on YouTube](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/07/glory-days-full-version-on-youtube/) - Apparently, Glory Days is also broadcasted by radio stations, and someone was so kind to upload it to YouTube. Thanks also go to Mameshibaken, who linked me to it.
- [Kobe Universiade Memorial Stadium 9/6 Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/06/kobe-universiade-memorial-stadium-96-set-list/) - First concert of the Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- tour is over. Set list below. !!! SPOILER ALERT !!! If you plan on going to any of the concerts, you should be aware that this might spoil the fun you're gonna have at the concert. If you don't care, please read on. SET LIST BAD COMMUNICATION
- [Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- Wallpaper Now Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/06/pleasure-2008-glory-days-wallpaper-now-available/) - Today, the B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- tour has begun. As of this moment, the first hour of the concert has already passed in the Kobe Universiade Memorial Stadium (according to wallpaper). 4 of my friends are there... Ooh, I'm so jealous! Anyway, you can get those 2 wallpapers right here: http://bz-livegym.com/special/
- [20th Anniversary Photobook To Be Released](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/04/20th-anniversary-photobook-to-be-released/) - Asahi Shimbun Publications is planning to release a 400 page photobook to celebrate B'z 20th anniversary. This 400 page book contains photos from a variety of occasions, demonstrating the past 20 years of B'z. You will see a lot of familiar as well as unfamiliar photos. It includes 326 pictures taken by photographer Sachiko Kume.
- [LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- Goods Announced!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/09/02/live-gym-pleasure-2008-glory-days-goods-announced/) - Today, the official goods for the B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- tour have been announced! As, unfortunately, I'm not able to go to Japan to see the concert(will explain why later), I've already told my friends what to get for me. :P Anyway, if you just want to have a look at them, or
- ["Glory Days" Sample Now Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/31/glory-days-sample-now-available/) - Finally, the sample for Glory Days has been added to the B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website. If you personally can't wait to go all the way to the website itself, here are the direct links to the sample in both Real Media and Windows Media format. http://sound.being.co.jp/sound/bmcv-8024/d2-t15.asx (Windows Media) http://sound.being.co.jp/sound/bmcv-8024/d2-t15.ram (Real Media) Looks like my
- [ACTION Arena Tour Ending SE = "Glory Days"?](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/04/action-arena-tour-ending-se-glory-days/) - A few days ago, a friend was so kind to send me a recording of one of the ACTION tour concerts, namely the one in Saitama Super Arena. Since I really wanted to listen to the new ending song, I immediately switched on my music player and hit the PLAY button. So, what I heard
- [Results of T-Shirt Requests](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/28/results-of-t-shirt-requests/) - The results of the T-Shirt requests have been posted. The catch is, that only the T-Shirt ranked at #1 will be resold. In other words, ONLY the B'z LIVE-GYM '99 BROTHERHOOD T-Shirt will be reprinted and resold at the Pleasure tour arenas. The top 10 are as follows: #1 B'z LIVE-GYM '99 BROTHERHOOD #2 B'z
- [<i>"ULTRA Treasure"</i> Samples Now Available](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/15/ultra-treasure-samples-now-available/) - People who would like to check out the new versions that are included in B'z The Best "ULTRA Treasure" can now do so. You can listen to a sample of every song except Glory Days and Itsuka Mata Koko De(Bonus track on 3CD version). You can listen to the samples on the B'z 20th anniversary
- [LIVE-GYM T-Shirts To Be Reprinted](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/07/live-gym-t-shirts-to-be-reprinted/) - Apparently, it has been decided that people will be able to buy t-shirts of older LIVE-GYM tours during the Pleasure 2008 tour. But, they are not going to just sell every t-shirt out there, no, they're going to ask you, the fan, to request your 3 favorite designs. Those with the most requests will be
- [<i>"ULTRA Treasure"</i> Tracklisting Finalized](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/04/ultra-treasure-tracklisting-finalized/) - Today, the final tracklisting for B'z The Best "ULTRA Treasure" has been released. The final tracklisting will be as follows: [DISC 1] 01. BLOWIN -ULTRA Treasure Style- 02. Wonderful Opportunity 03. Mou Ichido Kiss Shitakatta 04. TIME 05. Koi-Gokoro 06. RUN 07. Sayonara Nanka ha Iwasenai 08. Gekkou 09. Koi Ja Naku Naru Hi 10.
- [LIVE-GYM Updates & Pleasure Tour Logo](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/08/03/live-gym-updates-pleasure-tour-logo/) - The official LIVE-GYM website has been updated and now includes the tour reports on the ACTION tour concerts in Hiroshima Green Arena and Kobe World Kinen Hall. If you would like to check them out, then visit the official LIVE-GYM website HERE. Furthermore, the logo for the LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- tour has been
- [B'z Wiki Now Open For Public!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/25/bz-wiki-now-open-for-public/) - You all probably remember the idea Jd- and me have come up with a couple of months ago: The B'z Database. Unfortunately, I personally had to drop this idea because I got pretty busy with other stuff I have going on right now, and I wouldn't be able to do all the programming work alone,
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> Sales For Week 4](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/17/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-sales-for-week-4/) - The 4th week's sales data for B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" has just come in, and sales dropped again, putting B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" at position 6 on the weekly chart. So far, B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" has sold 782,133 copies. This week, an additional 34,188 copies have been sold, accounting for a
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update 7/15](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/17/bz-live-gym-official-website-update-715/) - The Official LIVE-GYM website has been updated to include the impressions on the ACTION tour concert in Osaka Jo Hall. If you'd like to check it out, you can do it HERE.
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Treasure"</i> Tracklisting & Other Information Revealed](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/15/bz-the-best-ultra-treasure-tracklisting-other-information-revealed/) - Well, well, we have all been waiting for this a long, long time. The requests have been made by B'z fans all over the world and the results are finally out. Also, B'z The Best "ULTRA Treasure" contains a new song called "Glory Days". But to get you started, here's the cover of B'z The
- [<i>Be With!</i> Official Fanclub Magazine Vol. 78 Now Shipping!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/15/be-with-official-fanclub-magazine-vol-78-now-shipping/) - Yep, this is it, guys. Be With! Vol. 78 is now getting shipped to B'z PARTY members across Japan. If you also wanna get a copy of this issue, you might wanna try Yahoo! Auctions Japan. There are plenty of those. This issue contains an interview with Tak and Koshi, where they comment on each
- [New B'z Chronicle Books To Be Released](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/14/new-bz-chronicle-books-to-be-released/) - Perhaps you all remember the "B'z Ultra Chronicle" book released by Sony Magazines. Well, the Official B'z Website today announced the release of 2 new books getting released by Sony Magazines. The first one is called "B'z Ultra Chronicle 1988~2003" and contains various interviews with Koshi and Tak. Also, they included their 15th anniversary interview,
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> Sales](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/11/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-sales/) - I checked the Oricon website just now, and found out that B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" is ranked #1 in the monthly charts with a total amount of 560,857 copies sold. Now, we all expected that, didn't we? B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" is ranked 5th on the weekly chart at the moment. Previous rankings
- [B'z Updates During the Past Weeks](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/11/bz-updates-during-the-past-weeks/) - As you've probably noticed, OFF THE LOCK has not been updated for about 3 weeks. This is because I was on vacation. I now intend to line up all the updates in this post. June 26th, 2008 B'z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update [Asty Tokushima Tour Report has been added!] July 1st, 2008 B'z LIVE-GYM Official
- [B'z Gets #1... Again](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/18/bz-gets-1-again/) - Well, it's not surprising that the latest release by B'z has entered the charts on #1 again. The sales data for June 17th has been posted on Oricon. Yes, the 17th, one day before the release. People who pre-ordered it could buy it in stores one day before the actual release. B'z The Best "ULTRA
- [B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/18/bz-20th-anniversary-special-website-update-2/) - The B'z 20th anniversary special website has been updated to have new wallpaper downloads ready for you. Please check them out HERE.
- [B´z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 Tour Title Announced!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/18/b´z-live-gym-pleasure-2008-tour-title-announced/) - B'z has finally decided on their tour title for their Pleasure 2008 tour: B'z LIVE-GYM Pleasure 2008 -GLORY DAYS- Also, the tour schedule has been updated and now includes the dates on which the ticket public sales start for each concert. I added the tour info for you. Ticket Price: 8,500 Yen(~$77/~53€) Date: 9/6 &
- [B'z Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/17/b´z-official-website-update/) - With the release of B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" just being one day away, new messages from Tak and Koshi have been uploaded so that fans will be able to read their thoughts on the new best-of album release. Of course, we here at OFF THE LOCK have already got it translated for you! Please
- [B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/10/b´z-20th-anniversary-special-website-update/) - The B'z 20th anniversary special website has been updated today to feature the intermediate results on the requests for B'z The Best "ULTRA Treasure"! You're probably wondering if your requested songs made it onto one of the 2 discs, but fear not! Song requests can be made until June 30, so this is definitely not
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> CM 3](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/07/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-cm-3/) - With the release of B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" getting closer and closer, another version of an ULTRA Pleasure commercial could be seen during today's broadcast of CDTV. Please enjoy the video below.
- [B´z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/28/b´z-live-gym-official-website-update/) - BZ-LIVEGYM.COM has been updated to include the live report on the two days of ACTION in the Hot House Super Arena on May 24 & 25. As always, visit the page HERE and click on "ARENA LIVE REPORT" and select the second entry in the second row. As for the set lists, they haven't changed
- [<i>"ULTRA Pleasure"</i> Samples Are Live!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/20/ultra-pleasure-samples-are-live/) - Head over to the B'z 20th anniversary site to hear samples of the all new ULTRA Pleasure Style BAD COMMUNICATION and, of course, Pleasure 2008. Both are amazing----certainly reason enough to put in your pre-orders for the best B'z collection yet! If you still aren't sure, there are samples of the other songs as well,
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/16/bz-live-gym-official-website-update-3/) - The official LIVE-GYM page has been updated and now includes a new report on the 4 days of ACTION in Nippon Budokan(May 9-10 & 13-14). Be sure to check out the latest pictures of their rehearsals, backstage happenings and live performances. You can check out the LIVE-GYM report for the 4 days in Nippon Budokan
- [B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/15/bz-20th-anniversary-special-website-update/) - Apparently, the B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website seems to have received an update. It now includes news on CS(Communications Sattelite) Broadcasts of a special show for B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure". Check out the broadcast dates below. The broadcast dates and channels are as follows:(All times JST) ◆Music Japan TV (269ch) ◇「ARTIST REQUEST」 First Broadcast
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" in Nippon Budokan 5/13 & 5/14](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/14/bz-live-gym-2008-action-in-nippon-budokan-513-514/) - Sorry to disappoint you if you were looking for new set lists here. B'z didn't change anything at all. The concert on May 13 contained the same set list as the concert on May 9. Also, the concert on May 14 contained the same set list as the concert on May 10. If you want
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" in Nippon Budokan 5/9](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/09/bz-live-gym-2008-action-in-nippon-budokan-59/) - The first day of ACTION just ended in Nippon Budokan, and I bet every one of those 14,951 B'z fans went home with a smile on their face. Why? Well, they played a complete new version of a song today. Check out the whole set list by reading on! (Changes to initial set list from
- [B’z LIVE-GYM 2008 “ACTION” in Nippon Budokan 5/10](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/10/b’z-live-gym-2008-“action”-in-nippon-budokan-510/) - The second day of ACTION just ended in Nippon Budokan, and we have the new set list right here for you. Well, it's not really new. They switched a few familiar songs again. Check out the whole set list below. (Changes to initial set list from April 19th are bold) B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" Nippon
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> Pre-Orders](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/22/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-pre-orders/) - I checked CDJapan.co.jp today to see if they had B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" available for pre-order already... and they did! If you want to pre-order this best-of album already, please see the links below. Personally, I recommend pre-ordering immediately if you want to order the limited edition, as it will probably be sold out
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> CM](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/30/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-cm/) - A few days ago, the commercial for the upcoming best-of album B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" could be seen during commercial breaks of Japan Countdown and CDTV. We thought we should put it up for everyone to enjoy, but it's nothing too special overall.
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> Limited Edition Not Longer Limited](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/02/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-limited-edition-not-limited-anymore/) - The B'z 20th Anniversary Special Website has received an update today. Apparently, they changed their plan of releasing a truly "limited" edition of B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure" to releasing two normal editions that either feature just the 2 CDs or the 2 CD + DVD package. Prices are not affected by this change. Those
- [<i>B'z The Best "ULTRA Pleasure"</i> Cover Revealed!!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/07/bz-the-best-ultra-pleasure-cover-revealed/) - Yes, you're not daydreaming! Today, the official B'z website has been updated to feature a new image on the splash-page. Check it out by accessing the page directly: http://bz-vermillion.com The cover is really a nice piece of art.
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" Nagano Big Hat 5/5 Set List](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/05/bz-live-gym-2008-action-nagano-big-hat-55-set-list/) - B'z seems to have finally updated their set list to feature 3 new songs. What's weird about the whole thing is that they didn't play the new set list at yesterday's(May 4th) concert in Nagano Big Hat. The venue is able to hold 8,000 in its concert hall. That's probably why they're staying there for
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/02/bz-live-gym-official-website-update-2/) - BZ-LIVEGYM.COM has been updated on May 1st and now features a report on the concert in the Saitama Super Arena on April 24th & 25th. The venue is able to hold 37,000 fans in its big arena. By looking at the pictures, you can only imagine how awesome the atmosphere must have been. If you're
- [B'z LIVE-GYM Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/24/bz-live-gym-official-website-update/) - The official LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" website has been updated today and includes the latest impressions on the start of the arena tour on 4/19. It features a bunch of pictures of the preparations(venue itself, backstage, rehearsal) in the Mie Kenei Sun Arena. Unfortunately there are only 2 pictures showing the live performance. If you want
- ["BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" Gets #1 Spot on Oricon Weekly Chart](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/23/burn-fumetsu-no-face-gets-1-spot-on-oricon-weekly-chart/) - Well, some of you might have been wondering if BURN -Fumetsu no Face- would make it to #1 on the Oricon weekly chart, since it dropped to #2 on the daily chart in only a few days. You may stop worrying now, as B'z has entered the weekly chart at #1 and have brought the
- [B'z Official Site Update & 20th Anniversary Releases](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/22/bz-official-site-update-20th-anniversary-releases/) - The official B'z Website was updated just a few hours ago and now features a new, flashy 20th anniversary design. Most importantly, though, a new site related to two new releases has gone online. It may serve as the home for more releases in the future, but for now, only two are listed. The new
- [Yet Another New Song!?](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/19/yet-another-new-song/) - After having read various reports on today's LIVE-GYM concert, it seems that the ending theme for the LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" Arena Tour is not "Kibou no Uta", but a new song. Yes, you heard right, a new song! The song might be the next B'z single, who knows? Stay tuned for more!
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" Arena Tour: Start!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/19/bz-live-gym-2008-action-arena-tour-start/) - Today, B'z officially kicked off the second part of their LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" tour which involves bigger venues such as arenas, and bigger concert halls. They started their tour in the Mie Kenei Sun Arena which is able to hold about 11,000 fans. Furthermore, Ohta Shinichiro from doa has joined the crew of support members from
- [<i>Music Freak Magazine</i> Vol. 160](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/13/music-freak-magazine-vol-160/) - The latest issue of the free Music Freak Magazine features a review of the latest single, BURN -Fumetsu no Face- (BURN -フメツノフェイスー), as well as the latest article from their "more plus B'z life" series. "more plus B'z life" Vol. 5 features a survey of "B'z Songs Women Want Men To Hear" (女性が男性に聴いて欲しいＢ’ｚの曲). See the
- [<i>Be With!</i> Official Fanclub Magazine Vol. 77 Out!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/15/be-with-official-fanclub-magazine-vol-77-out/) - Today, the official B'z fanclub (B'z PARTY) shipped out the latest issue of the fanclub's official magazine, "be with!". It features "TAK'S BIRTHDAY SPECIAL" because, as we all know, Tak's birthday was on March 27. In addition, there's a great backstage report from the LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" tour and related tidbits. As is the case
- ["BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" Gets #1 Spot on Oricon](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/16/burn-fumetsu-no-face-gets-1-spot-at-oricon/) - Just as was expected, on the same day it was released, BURN -Fumetsu no Face- entered the charts in the pole-position. According to Oricon, BURN was sold 32,131 times one day before its official release. Not bad. It was sold 18,639 times on the release day itself. That makes it 50,770 CDs sold on its
- ["BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" on Piano](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/16/burn-fumetsu-no-face-on-piano/) - YouTube user kamedayori has just amazed us here at OFF THE LOCK. A friend passed along this video of BURN being played on piano so well that we just felt we had to post it. Enjoy and congratulations to whoever is playing this: They're exceptionally good! Again, great job!
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" Tour Goods Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/16/bz-live-gym-2008-action-tour-goods-update/) - With the B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION" arena tour ready to kick off on April 19th, the official B'z LIVE-GYM page has added new goods for fans to enjoy. Namely they added: Work Cap Towel Muffler Tank Top If you want to check out all goods, click here.
- ["BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" Release & Official Website Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/16/burn-fumetsu-no-face-release-official-website-update/) - Today is the day we have all been waiting for! BURN BURN BURN BURN BURN BURN BURN A lot of people are already jamming out to the latest release by B'z: BURN -Fumetsu no Face- (BURN ーフメツノフェイスー). It's their first single of 2008 and their 45th single to date. Keep up the good work, B'z!
- ["BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" Promotional Car Rolling Out in Tokyo?](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/13/burn-fumetsu-no-face-promotional-car-rolling-out-in-tokyo/) - According to this blog, a promotional car with the BURN -Fumetsu no Face- cover printed on it will roll out in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area on the day the single is released. The entry on the blog further notes that KOSE is also promoting by broadcasting their commercial (which features BURN -Fumetsu no Face-) on
- [ACTION Album Review (12-05-07) by Jd-](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/06/action-review-12-05-07-by-jd/) - There are consummate expectations for any major release anymore—music or otherwise. This is multiplied significantly for historical bands with a reputation for unmatched quality. Anything less than momentous can unduly impair the aforementioned expectations and damage the band’s credibility forever. Luckily, the sixteenth studio album release from Tak Matsumoto and Koshi Inaba optimistically meets and
- [Will "BURN" Become the 41st Consecutive No.1 Single?](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/12/will-burn-become-the-41st-consecutive-no1-single/) - With BURN -Fumetsu no Face- coming out next week, everyone's wondering if it has the power to give B'z their 41st consecutive No.1 single on the Japanese Oricon charts. Oricon themselves recently conducted a survey of the band's popularity in general and among specific age groups. Check out their findings below! Oricon's research shows that
- ["BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" Single Lyrics](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/12/burn-fumetsu-no-face-lyrics/) - Even though the single doesn't hit until Wednesday, we've got the lyrics to all three songs from the BURN -Fumetsu no Face- (BURN－フメツノフェイスー) single. Check them out below. 01. BURN -Fumetsu no Face- (BURN－フメツノフェイスー/BURN -Immortal Face-) (Original Japanese lyrics) (Oh, yeah!) yokubou ga kanashimi wo maneite shimau to iu nara nani mo ka mo suteru
- [B'z Official Website Update: New Messages from Tak & Koshi](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/15/bz-official-website-update-new-message-by-tak-koshi/) - The official B'z website has been updated today to include the latest messages from Tak and Koshi concerning their latest release, BURN -Fumetsu no Face-, which is due tomorrow. We translated the messages for you -OFF THE LOCK Style- (going back with that one). Read on to find out what they had to say. Tak
- [B'z to Appear at RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2017 in EZO](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/04/05/bz-to-appear-at-rising-sun-rock-festival-2017-in-ezo/) - It has just been revealed that B'z will appear at the RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2017 to be held in Hokkaido at a special outdoor site of the Tarukawa Wharf in Otaru city near Sapporo. The festival is to be held on August 11th and August 12th, 2017. The day B'z is going to be
- [INABA/SALAS Kick Off "CHUBBY GROOVE" Tour in Nagoya](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/01/27/inabasalas-kick-off-chubby-groove-tour-in-nagoya/) - Koshi Inaba and Stevie Salas have kicked off their tour "CHUBBY GROOVE Tour 2017" in support of their recently released collaborative album CHUBBY GROOVE on January 25. The set list constists of seventeen tracks, with "SAYONARA RIVER" being the opener to the show. All tracks off the CHUBBY GROOVE record have been performed live, in
- [INABA/SALAS's <i>CHUBBY GROOVE</i> Now On iTunes Worldwide!](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/02/03/inabasalass-chubby-groove-now-on-itunes-worldwide/) - For those that prefer their music digitally or simply missed the physical release in Japan, INABA/SALAS's CHUBBY GROOVE is now available worldwide on iTunes! The U.S. edition is $1.29 per track or $15.48 for the entire album though the album should be purchasable in any country. The duo are currently in the midst of their
- ["Electric Island, Acoustic Sea" Hawaii Show on WOWOW](https://www.offthelock.com/2017/03/18/electric-island-acoustic-sea-hawaii-show-on-wowow/) - Tak Matsumoto's and Daniel Ho's collaborative tour "Electric Island, Acoustic Sea" is drawing to a close this Sunday, March 19th, at the Blue Note Hawaii. The WOWOW Prime program guide for April has revealed, that the very same channel will — just like INABA/SALAS' tour — broadcast a show from Tak Matsumoto's and Daniel Ho's
- [B'z To Release Three LIVE-GYM Home Videos Next Year!](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/11/19/bz-to-release-three-live-gym-home-videos-next-year/) - The first news of the B'z 25th anniversary year is here, and... it's BIG! In typical B'z fashion, the celebration is being kicked off in a huge way! Beginning January 30th, the band will be releasing not one, not two, but THREE previously unreleased LIVE-GYMs on home video in the span of only three months! The news came
- [Koshi Inaba in Los Angeles & Attends Art Exhibition](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/05/11/koshi-inaba-in-los-angeles-attends-art-exhibition/) - Remember Rima Fujita? I introduced her a few posts ago. She drew an artistic portrait of Tak Matsumoto which was a present for Tak Matsumoto because he won the Grammy. Well, she has recently updated her blog about an art exhibition. And apparently Koshi Inaba happened to be in LA and attended her art exhibition.
- ["B'z (English Album)" Retrospective](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/03/bz-english-album-retrospective/) - With this being the 25th anniversary year for B'z, we have decided to run a series of retrospectives throughout the year celebrating the band's achievements and accomplishments. Essentially, we will be providing extensive write-ups on certain B'z albums, singles, tours, and related subjects on a regular basis for the entire year. All articles pertaining to
- [Matsumoto on Anna Tsuchiya Best Collaboration Album *Update*](https://www.offthelock.com/2012/01/23/matsumoto-on-anna-tsuchiya-best-collaboration-album/) - After having released her triple A single "UNCHAINED GIRL" last month, rock singer Anna Tsuchiya has recently announced on her official website that she's going to release a "Best Collaboration Album" on December 21st. The album is going to come in two flavors: CD and CD+DVD. Among others, Tak Matsumoto has been mentioned to be
- [B'z #1 Streak in Danger?](https://www.offthelock.com/2011/05/29/bz-1-streak-in-danger/) - With AKB48 having strong sales these days, B'z fans in Japan are concerned whether B'z will be able to keep up their series of consecutive number one singles, or not. AKB48 has recently released their new single "Everyday, kachuusha", selling 942,475 copies of their single on the day before the official release. This does sound
- [OFF THE LOCK Project Update](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/06/off-the-lock-project-update/) - Welcome to OFF THE LOCK. This project has suffered from a few major set-backs and, as such, never came to fruition until now. I decided to put up a blog so that we can post updates on OFF THE LOCK itself, and of course, about everyone’s favorite band: B’z. If you don’t know about OFF
- [Installed Mobile Wordpress App](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/02/17/installed-mobile-wordpress-app/) - Hey people, Nothing to see here, really. Just testing the wordpress app I installed on my smartphone. Woo... Looking great so far. Also, I'm currently working on a mobile version of OTL so everybody can be up to date with B'z on the go. Cheers.
- [The B'z Wiki Has A New Home: BzWiki.com](https://www.offthelock.com/2015/12/22/the-bz-wiki-has-a-new-home-bzwiki-com/) - The B'z Wiki, the most complete English resource for B'z online, now has its own domain at www.bzwiki.com! We are constantly adding new content, articles, translations, interviews, and transcriptions to the wiki and will always attempt to keep it as up to date as possible. If you are a fellow fan and wish to help
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 ''ACTION'' (Hall Tour)](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/13/16/) - The following lists every set B'z has played for the first half of the "ACTION" tour (the hall tour, which involves smaller venues). When the tour resumes with the big arena tour on 4/19, we'll post the new setlist and update it regularly. The titles in blue under venues denote what song was played in
- [Release Message From The Band Regarding XXV Compilations](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/06/11/release-message-from-the-band-regarding-xxv-compilations/) - Koshi Inaba Celebrating our 25th anniversary, B'z The Best XXV has finally been released! When I listen to the singles that we have released since our debut in 1988, a lot of views from the past come to mind. And once again, I feel thankful to the fans and staff members that have supported us
- [Upcoming Changes to OFF THE LOCK](https://www.offthelock.com/2013/01/02/upcoming-changes-to-off-the-lock/) - Hello B'z fans! We are currently working on restructuring the site and, of course, want to offer you more content. As B'z 25th anniversary is coming up and tour dates are going to be announced soon, we want to ensure that you'll be able to grab tickets to one of those shows if you can
- [Site Design Revamped](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/03/27/site-design-revamped/) - Hey folks, as you probably have noticed, the overall look of the design has changed. This design, however, is not completely done yet. It's an early alpha version of the final site. But I would like to get your thoughts/ideas on the new design! So, if you have any ideas or suggestions on what to
- [Vote for B'z at French J-Music Awards 2009](https://www.offthelock.com/2010/01/11/vote-for-bz-at-french-j-music-awards-2009/) - Hey there people, I've read about this on the BNP forums and also on a site affiliated with OTL (http://www.bznobise.eu/). For the French-speaking folks among you this site is probably already known to you. However, as I've had a lot of chit-chat with Odon Vallon (the webmaster of B'z no bise), I encourage you all
- [Server Problems](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/12/22/server-problems/) - Apparently there are some problems with the host server, which is why OFF THE LOCK or BNP are sometimes not reachable due to reboots or maintenance of the host system. I find this annoying as much as you do, but there's nothing I can do since it's provider related. Cheers, Tobias
- [Server Updates and The Like](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/12/19/server-updates-and-the-like/) - Hey guys, you might have noticed some strange things happening to OTL or BNP in particular as I was moving the data from one server to another. The reason for this is that I have upgraded my server once again. The monthly fee won't change at all, but now I have 1GB memory, 25GB harddisk
- [OFF THE LOCK moved to a "new" server](https://www.offthelock.com/2009/05/22/off-the-lock-moved-to-a-new-server/) - Hey there! If you're reading this, then your DNS already got updated and you're looking at OTL on the "new" server! "New" you ask? Yeah, I added the quotation marks because it's not really new. I only upgraded my plan to the most recent one which includes an up-to-date OS and a cheaper price. That
- [OFF THE LOCK Now Running Wordpress 2.6](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/07/15/off-the-lock-now-running-wordpress-26/) - I took down the site in order to update OFF THE LOCK to the latest version of WordPress, just to be up-to-date with the latest security and bug fixes. Not to mention the new features that come with 2.6. Sorry for the inconveniences caused. Arthuro OFF THE LOCK Webmaster
- [OFF THE LOCK & B´z Net Party URL Changes](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/06/07/off-the-lock-bz-net-party-url-changes/) - As you have probably noticed, I changed a few things. OFF THE LOCK now uses a new URL scheme for pages and posts. But don't worry, old links should still be valid. However, if you were linking B'z Net party to www.offthelock.com/smf, it does not exist anymore. Please update your URLs to http://bznetparty.offthelock.com as other
- [OFF THE LOCK In Multiple Languages](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/29/off-the-lock-in-multiple-languages/) - Perhaps you've already noticed the new language bar at the top in the header. Yes, that's right, you can read the latest B'z news in your own language soon. The only thing is, that I don't speak every language in the world, so we need people to help us translate it to other languages. If
- [B'z Database: Coming Soon](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/05/08/bz-database-coming-soon/) - We here at OTL have been working on a secret project for quite some time now. With the size of the B'z discography and the mere length of their amazing career, it seems only natural that all of the information pertaining to the band and its success should be gathered in one place. That's where
- [B'z LIVE-GYM 2008 "ACTION": Nagano Big Hat Public Tickets](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/14/bz-live-gym-2008-action-nagano-big-hat-public-sales/) - If you happen to not be a B'z PARTY member, you likely already know you can't buy ''ACTION'' tickets before fanclub members. If you wish to attend an ACTION concert — namely the one detailed below — you can read more below. As of this writing, there are still ''ACTION'' tickets available for the concerts
- [B'z New Single "BURN -Fumetsu no Face-" 4-16-08 OUT!](https://www.offthelock.com/2008/04/10/bz-new-single-burn-fumetsu-no-face-4-16-08-out/) - This is the first single to be released by the band in 2008. The A-side of the single is featured in a commercial for the cosmetics company KOSÉ. "Fumetsu no Face" means "Invincible Face" or "Immortal Face," whereas the latter would more appropriately suit the commercial for the product. Unfortunately, there is no limited edition

## Pages

- [Media](https://www.offthelock.com/media/) - Revised MEDIA section including videos and images currently under construction. January 2013 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080 February 2013 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080 March 2013 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080 January 2014 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080
- [Where To Buy](https://www.offthelock.com/where-to-buy/) - Coming Soon
- [Home](https://www.offthelock.com/home/)
- [Teaser1](https://www.offthelock.com/7465-2/)
- [Links](https://www.offthelock.com/links/) - Official Websites _____________________________________________ * B’z LIVE-GYM Official Website * B’z Official Website * B’z PARTY * House of Strings Official Website * Inaba Cosmetics * Shane Gaalaas Livedoor Blog * Shane Gaalaas Official Website * Masuda Takanobu's Personal Blog (Japanese) Fanpages (English) _____________________________________________ * B’z Flashpage v5 * B’z Net Party * Keen on B’z (Site
- [Wallpaper](https://www.offthelock.com/media/wallpaper/) - January 2013 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080 February 2013 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080 March 2013 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080 January 2014 Wallpaper Download 1280x720 Download 1366x768 Download 1920x1080
- [ブログについて](https://www.offthelock.com/about/ブログについて/) - 日本のみなさん、こんにちは。 僕はOFF THE LOCKというホームページの管理人で、ここでブログも書いています。Tobiasといいます。僕は25歳のドイツ人です。 このブログは海外からのＢ’ｚファンのために作ったニュースページです。僕はＢ’ｚについてのニュースを英語で書いてます。だから、日本語分からないＢ’ｚファンがたくさん来ています。最初は、僕も日本語分かりませんでしたが、B'zの曲の歌詞を理解したかったので、自分で日本語勉強しました。そして、このブログを作りました。 よろしくお願いします！
- [Contact Us](https://www.offthelock.com/about/contact-us/) - Do you have any questions? Would you like to contact us? Maybe want to join the B'z Wiki staff and contribute some articles? Here is our contact information: The Team Tobias ("Arthuro"): Administration, blog updates, translation E-Mail: offthelock.com [the weird "a" sign for emails here] gmail.com Jd-: Wiki project manager, wiki updates, subtitling, blog updates
- [B'z the Store Guide](https://www.offthelock.com/guides/bz-the-store-guide/) - Prerequisites Before you can buy anything off B'z the store first, you'll need the following: Money (obvious?) A credit card (if you're using Tenso) ‒ VISA is confirmed to work; MasterCard most likely, too; Otherwise you'll have to try it out. Let us know so we can update this guide! VISA (confirmed) A Japanese address ‒ We'll
- [B'z Party Guide](https://www.offthelock.com/guides/bz-party-guide/) - Coming soon.
- [Guides](https://www.offthelock.com/guides/) - Coming soon.
- [About](https://www.offthelock.com/about/) - What is OFF THE LOCK? OFF THE LOCK is a website created by Arthuro and Jd that revolves around the legendary Japanese rock band B'z. The title of the site ("OFF THE LOCK") is a reference to an album released by the band in 1989. The name was chosen to illustrate the band's ingenuity and

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