Gig News

Tokyo-based all-girl rock band Hanabie – are heading for The Academy Dublin

Tokyo-based all-girl rock band Hanabie has been making waves since 2015, when YUKINA, MATSURI, and HETTSU came together for a high school club activity. With the addition of CHIKA in May 2023, the band has evolved into a force to be reckoned with. Hanabie have announced their headline gig in The Academy, Dublin on Tuesday November 4th, 2025.

Don’t be fooled by their cute, girlish image—their sound is a hard-hitting blend of powerful shouts, heavy riffs, and unique Japanese flair, capturing fans at home and abroad. Their hit single “Pardon Me, I Have To Go Now” has amassed over 8.3 million views on YouTube and 5.1 million on TikTok.

In December 2024, HANABIE. released their latest EP, Bucchigiri Tokyo, further showcasing their dynamic range and signature style.

2023 marked the beginning of their overseas ventures, and in August 2024, they made history as the first Japanese women to perform on the main stage at Lollapalooza in Chicago, USA. With a rapidly growing international following, HANABIE. is actively expanding their presence and making a bold statement on the global stage.

Tue 4th Nov 2025 The Academy, Dublin
Tickets on sale Friday 31st January at 10am
Doors 7:00 PM

Ian Mc Donnell

Recent Posts

Bleech 9:3 – have shared the new single ‘Figure 8’

Bleech 9:3 today release new single Figure 8 -the first new music since their critically acclaimed self-titled debut…

1 hour ago

Down – announce ‘Volume V’ for November release + single/video ‘Blood Oath’ out now

American heavy metal icons DOWN will unleash their long-awaited new studio album, Volume V, on November 20th via Nuclear Blast Records!…

16 hours ago

Nicole Atkins – Hear/watch new single ‘Trippin’ on Teardrops’ New album ‘Drama’ out in September

Nicole Atkins has shared the official music video for her latest single, 'Trippin’ on Teardrops' streaming…

17 hours ago

The Highstool Prophets – have announced a headline show at The Ambassador Theatre, Dublin

Five piece folk group The Highstool Prophets have just announced a headline show at The Ambassador Theatre, Dublin for Saturday, 6th February…

20 hours ago

Passenger returns with a new album ‘Wild Love’ to be released in November +shares new song ‘It Was Gonna Be You’

The chart-topping, multi-Platinum and Ivor Novello-winning Passenger returns with a new album ‘Wild Love’ which is set to be released on November…

20 hours ago

Ricky Warwick – releases new single ‘Last Chance To Dance’

Ricky Warwick has released the new single ‘Last Chance To Dance’, which is a Thin Lizzy…

23 hours ago