■■Special Feature: PINK FLOYD■■
Pink Floyd transforms into the world's greatest monster band.
The album that started it all, "Atom Heart Mother"
Where was the innovation?
A rare documentary detailing the production process at the time, a new exclusive interview with Nick Mason,
In addition, a complete review of the 50th anniversary edition of the legendary Japan tour "Hakone Aphrodite"
A thorough explanation of Pink Floyd's ultimate mechanism and a masterpiece that will go down in rock history!

In Memory of Charlie Watts
Solid technique and deep musicality
Dedicated to the master who supported and led The Rolling Stones

BILLIE EILISH
He spoke at length about his masterpiece "Happier Than Ever," which celebrates his own growth.
The latest interview is published in Japan for the first time and thoroughly reviewed!

■KING CRIMSON
King Crimson to visit Japan.
A definitive interview perfectly conveying the dark masterpiece album "Islands" in two consecutive issues!! (Part 2)

■KING CRIMSON, YES×BLACK MIDI
With Bill Bruford, the drum king of the progressive rock world
Morgan Simpson, drummer for Black Midi, a rising star in the UK band scene of the 1920s,
A miraculous conversation between master and disciple comes to fruition!

THE KILLERS
The Killers' latest album, "Pressure Machine," combines the fear, sadness, and regret of a gentle, peaceful hometown with the silence of the pandemic.

■LORDE
Primal Scream, Crosby,
"Solar Power" was influenced by Stills & Nash.
We talk about this ambitious work that updates acoustic music into a new form of pop!

■THE LINDA LINDAS
The Linda Lindas are a super cool and cute teenage punk band that freely celebrates punk.
He talked about his encounter with punk and his admiration for The Blue Hearts!

■MR. BIG
Eric Martin talks about Mr. Big for two hours!
First appearance and definitive interview!

■“THE METALLICA BLACKLIST”
Elton John, St. Vincent, and Kamasi Washington cover Metallica songs!
We take a closer look at the amazing cover album "Metallica Blacklist," featuring a lineup full of surprises!

■YES
Steve Howe talks about his new film, "The Quest," and the history of Jesus!
Comparisons with the golden age, unconventional guitar philosophy, recollections of hard times, and even a unique perspective on prog.

■JAKE BUGG
Jake Bugg, the stubborn "neo-vintage" guy?
What makes the new album "Saturday Night, Sunday Morning" so surprisingly modern and pop?
First interview in 5 years!

MANIC STREET PREACHERS
The Manics release their first new album in three years, "The Ultra Vivid Lament"
What is the secret behind the "abba-like festive feeling" that resides in this 14th album?
Interview with James!

■LITTLE SIMZ
Attracting artists such as Gorillaz and Kendrick Lamar,
Little Simz, the UK's leading contemporary female rapper, makes her first appearance in this magazine!
Telling the story behind the creation of a new work

THE STRANGLERS
The Stranglers are back!
Jean-Jacques Burnel will be working on a new album with his late friend Dave Greenfield.
We asked him about his never-ending musical challenges.

■SUFJAN STEVENS & ANGELO DE AUGUSTINE
Sufjan Stevens, the pinnacle of contemporary SSW, has already released his second album of 2021!
The journey to completing a collaborative album packed with 14 emotional truths

LEO
Introducing Blue, the central figure from ELO's homage project: LEO!
Talking about the classic solo album with new songs added

■ALBUM REVIEWS
Billie Eilish's second album, Iron Maiden's first new album in six years, etc.
There are plenty of works that even non-fans can't miss!
We'll introduce all the notable titles for early fall 2021!

[CHARACTER OF THE MONTH]
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