One of Japan’s biggest rock bands is making its return with their highly anticipated eighth album, “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE”.

While the name may still be new to some, the Japanese quintet has been active since 2007, building an extensive international touring history alongside the release of seven studio albums to date.

The album serves as a continuation of the band’s digital EP “OPTIMIZE”, released on October 25, 2025. Mastered by Mike Kalajian (Cigarettes After Sex, Neck Deep, Silverstein), “OPTIMIZE = OPTDEMISE” delivers across 12 tracks a refined balance between heavy, aggressive vocals, stadium-ready melodies, and the high-energy intensity that Japanese rock bands are known for.