On Sale Today! "Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40". Cover: HYDE Long Interview, Latest Photo Book Outtakes & Special Appendix: Monaki 16-Page Special Book!
Released on May 21st, "Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40" features HYDE on the cover, celebrating his 25th solo anniversary. It includes a special 16-page appendix of Monaki and coverage of major festivals like SUMMER SONIC 2026.
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“Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40” Cover: HYDE
“Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40”, featuring HYDE on the cover, is released today, May 21st (Thursday).
The cover and opening feature is HYDE. In addition to exclusive gravure photos, we bring you the latest long interview with HYDE, who is actively pursuing his career with the original album “JEKYLL” and the orchestra tour “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL”. He also talked about “SUMMER SONIC 2026”, one of Japan's largest international festivals, where he will serve as a headliner as L'Arc-en-Ciel. Additionally, a comprehensive report on the domestic “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL” held since January this year, and special outtakes from HYDE's 2nd photo book shot in Austria, “Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg”, released on May 13th, are published. This is a special feature on HYDE, who celebrates his 25th anniversary of solo debut this year.
“Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40” Special Appendix: Monaki Special (16-page booklet)
Furthermore, this issue comes with a special book of the four-member group Monaki, whose debut song is a hot topic, as a special appendix. It includes 16 pages of exclusive photos, a long interview about their journey from formation to debut and their future, and a 15Q (15 questions and 15 answers) x 4 members section.
Other worldwide lineups include an interview with the organizer of Japan's largest international festival “SUMMER SONIC 2026”, reports on BABYMETAL's spring festivals, the ultimate stadium battle of bands by ONE OK ROCK x UVERworld and YOASOBI, and a report and follow-up interview on Paledusk's “What is Paledusk?? TOUR 2026”.
Also, there are substantial interviews with Ayumu Imazu, who is entering a new phase after releasing his first new work in four years, “CLASSIC”; Erika Ikuta, who is holding a national tour with her 1st album “I.K.Y(I Know Tomorrow)”, where she tackled songwriting for the first time; and the 5-member group from Nagoya, Super Tozanbu, who carved out a unique stance of “mountaineering x music” and is finally releasing their 1st album. There are also reports on WEST., who excited the Kanagawa Yokohama Arena with their multi-entertainment nature, and a quick report on FRUITS ZIPPER's arena tour, showing a full-pitch stage celebrating their 4th anniversary of debut. Please look forward to the special feature on the soundscapes embodied by each artist.
For those who pre-order or purchase at Tower Records, HMV, and Rakuten Books, a postcard using exclusive photos of HYDE (different designs per shop) will be included as a bonus. Quantities are limited, so please apply early.
■ “PMC Vol. 40” Content Lineup Special Feature “Expanding Soundscape”
■ HYDE
Expanding HYDE's worldview through a new journey
The “other HYDE” expressed in the tour “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL”, the new album “JEKYLL”, and the photo book “Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg”. Delivering the latest interview from behind the scenes of the tour towards this summer!
■ “SUMMER SONIC 2026”
The Strokes, L'Arc, Ado, and others. What are the noteworthy stages for the 25th anniversary?
We asked Mr. Naoki Shimizu of Creativeman Productions, the organizer of “SUMMER SONIC”, about the highlights of this year, which marks its 25th anniversary!
■ BABYMETAL
New developments at spring and summer festivals in 2026! The expanding circle of BABYMETAL
From the “Metal Radio! FES” developed from their crown radio program, to the “DEAD POP FESTiVAL”. Reporting on BABYMETAL's spring festivals.
■ ONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK x UVERworld, YOASOBI. The ultimate stadium battle of bands at a new holy ground for live performances!
ONE OK ROCK held a battle of bands event at one of Japan's largest stadiums, the MUFG Stadium (National Stadium). Delivering the two-day event inviting UVERworld and YOASOBI.
■ Paledusk
The energy of “sound” and “people” swirling in the fully packed Zepp DiverCity
Successfully sold out! In addition to the report on the final Tokyo Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO) performance of Paledusk's national tour,
“Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40”, featuring HYDE on the cover, is released today, May 21st (Thursday).
The cover and opening feature is HYDE. In addition to exclusive gravure photos, we bring you the latest long interview with HYDE, who is actively pursuing his career with the original album “JEKYLL” and the orchestra tour “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL”. He also talked about “SUMMER SONIC 2026”, one of Japan's largest international festivals, where he will serve as a headliner as L'Arc-en-Ciel. Additionally, a comprehensive report on the domestic “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL” held since January this year, and special outtakes from HYDE's 2nd photo book shot in Austria, “Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg”, released on May 13th, are published. This is a special feature on HYDE, who celebrates his 25th anniversary of solo debut this year.
“Pia MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol. 40” Special Appendix: Monaki Special (16-page booklet)
Furthermore, this issue comes with a special book of the four-member group Monaki, whose debut song is a hot topic, as a special appendix. It includes 16 pages of exclusive photos, a long interview about their journey from formation to debut and their future, and a 15Q (15 questions and 15 answers) x 4 members section.
Other worldwide lineups include an interview with the organizer of Japan's largest international festival “SUMMER SONIC 2026”, reports on BABYMETAL's spring festivals, the ultimate stadium battle of bands by ONE OK ROCK x UVERworld and YOASOBI, and a report and follow-up interview on Paledusk's “What is Paledusk?? TOUR 2026”.
Also, there are substantial interviews with Ayumu Imazu, who is entering a new phase after releasing his first new work in four years, “CLASSIC”; Erika Ikuta, who is holding a national tour with her 1st album “I.K.Y(I Know Tomorrow)”, where she tackled songwriting for the first time; and the 5-member group from Nagoya, Super Tozanbu, who carved out a unique stance of “mountaineering x music” and is finally releasing their 1st album. There are also reports on WEST., who excited the Kanagawa Yokohama Arena with their multi-entertainment nature, and a quick report on FRUITS ZIPPER's arena tour, showing a full-pitch stage celebrating their 4th anniversary of debut. Please look forward to the special feature on the soundscapes embodied by each artist.
For those who pre-order or purchase at Tower Records, HMV, and Rakuten Books, a postcard using exclusive photos of HYDE (different designs per shop) will be included as a bonus. Quantities are limited, so please apply early.
■ “PMC Vol. 40” Content Lineup Special Feature “Expanding Soundscape”
■ HYDE
Expanding HYDE's worldview through a new journey
The “other HYDE” expressed in the tour “HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL”, the new album “JEKYLL”, and the photo book “Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg”. Delivering the latest interview from behind the scenes of the tour towards this summer!
■ “SUMMER SONIC 2026”
The Strokes, L'Arc, Ado, and others. What are the noteworthy stages for the 25th anniversary?
We asked Mr. Naoki Shimizu of Creativeman Productions, the organizer of “SUMMER SONIC”, about the highlights of this year, which marks its 25th anniversary!
■ BABYMETAL
New developments at spring and summer festivals in 2026! The expanding circle of BABYMETAL
From the “Metal Radio! FES” developed from their crown radio program, to the “DEAD POP FESTiVAL”. Reporting on BABYMETAL's spring festivals.
■ ONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK x UVERworld, YOASOBI. The ultimate stadium battle of bands at a new holy ground for live performances!
ONE OK ROCK held a battle of bands event at one of Japan's largest stadiums, the MUFG Stadium (National Stadium). Delivering the two-day event inviting UVERworld and YOASOBI.
■ Paledusk
The energy of “sound” and “people” swirling in the fully packed Zepp DiverCity
Successfully sold out! In addition to the report on the final Tokyo Zepp DiverCity (TOKYO) performance of Paledusk's national tour,
FAQ
Who is on the cover of 'pi MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol.40'?
HYDE. This year marks his 25th anniversary as a solo artist, and a special feature is included.
When is the release date of 'pi MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol.40'?
May 21, 2023.
What is the special supplement included with 'pi MUSIC COMPLEX (PMC) Vol.40'?
A 16-page special booklet featuring the four-member group Monaki.
What kind of content related to HYDE is included?
It includes the latest long interview, a report summarizing the domestic tour 'HYDE Orchestra Tour 2026 JEKYLL', and additional cuts from the second photo book 'Jekyll and HYDE in Salzburg'.
Are there any store-specific purchase bonuses?
If you pre-order or purchase from Tower Records, HMV, or Rakuten Books, you will receive a postcard featuring exclusive photoshoot images of HYDE, with different designs for each store (limited quantity).