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2018 gave us some fab rock music. There were too many great concerts, artists and records to mention them all. But here’s Roppongi Rocks shot at mentioning some of the music that stood out as exceptional during the year.

In February, British metal legend Tony “The Demolition Man” Dolan toured Japan with Venom Inc. In August he was back to do a bass clinic and jam session with some of his Japanese metal musician friends. Now he’s back for a third time this year.

On Sunday 28th January, Masa Ito’s Rock TV filmed its 200th show in front of an audience in Shibuya with German guitar legend Michael Schenker as a special guest.

2017 was, as expected, another year filled with terrific rock music. Here is our summary of the best bits.

Dutch symphonic metal band Epica will return to Tokyo for a one-off Tokyo show in January.

NervoChaos guitarist Cherry Sickbeat has died following a short battle with cancer.

Legendary KISS co-founder Gene Simmons is about to release the ultimate collector’s item for the serious KISS collectors out there: “The Vault”.

Our favourite Japanese heavy metal band Loudness, currently on tour in Europe, will release their new studio album in January.

Dynazty vocalist Nils Molin has become an official member of Amaranthe.

Graham Bonnet Band reveals Joey Tafolla as Conrado Pesinato’s replacement.

Jake E and Jesper Strömblad launch CyHra | Record deal inked, debut album and world tour coming up.