Japanese rising force coldrain debuts their explosive new single “Chasing Shadows”, ahead of the band’s tour & festival run in Germany this August. Packed with the unmistakable vocal power of frontman Masato, “Chasing Shadows” delivers a fierce blend of melody and aggression, capturing the band’s signature sound with raw emotion expressed in both English and Japanese. With its compelling mix that resonates across both metal and rock audiences, “Chasing Shadows” further establishes coldrain as one of the most dynamic forces in international rock. The single follows on their March release “INCOMPLETE”.
Stream “Chasing Shadows” HERE
Vocalist Masato shares about the new song: ”This song was inspired by tales of people who questioned the values and rules they were given, and try to find the truth for themselves.
I wanted to share how important it is to explore + understand each other, instead of easily moving toward conflict or anger.
Even if the world feels closed off, the fire inside us can’t be put out. It’s a message to keep taking small steps forward, even when we feel lost.”
The Japanese quintet recently announced their Japan Tour for September and October under the title “OPTIMIZE” while also teasing the arrival of their new EP under the same name for this fall. With two singles already released and their European headline tour for this fall branded under the same name, fans and new listeners alike can expect more details to follow in the upcoming weeks.
coldrain LIVE
The release of “Chasing Shadows” comes just as coldrain kicks off their festival & headliner run in Germany, with appearances at major events including Rocco del Schlacko, Summer Breeze, and Reload Festival. The band will also return to Europe this fall for a 17-date headline tour across the UK and Europe, including stops in London, Paris, Amsterdam, Prague, Berlin, and Warsaw. With the tour being added to the band’s OPTIMIZE run, fans can expect to hear songs from their new EP, expected for this fall, live for the first time.
Please find the full list of live dates for the band below.
SUMMER IN GERMANY 2025
12.08.2025 DE-Jena, F-Haus*
13.08.2025 DE-Aschaffenburg*
14.08.2025 DE-Wittelshofen, Summer Breeze
15.08.2025 DE-Sulingen, Reload
*Headline Show
ONE MAN JAPAN TOUR 2025 OPTIMIZE
28.09.2025 – Osaka – Zepp Osaka Bayside
30.09.2025 – Fukuoka – Zepp Fukuoka
08.10.2025 – Aichi – Zepp Nagoya
11.10.2025 – Miyagi – Sendai Gigs
17.10.2025 – Hokkaido – Zepp Sapporo
24.10.2025 – Tokyo – Zepp Haneda
EU/UK TOUR 2025 OPTIMIZE
22.11.2025 UK-Manchester Rebellion
23.11.2025 UK-London Electric Ballroom
25.11.2025 BE-Antwerp Trix
26.11.2025 FR-Paris Trabendo
27.11.2025 DE-Cologne Carlswerk Victoria
28.11.2025 DE-Hamburg Große Freiheit 36
30.11.2025 NL-Amsterdam Melkweg
01.12.2025 DE-Saarbrücken Garage
02.12.2025 CH-Aarau Kiff
03.12.2025 DE-Stuttgart Lka Longhorn
05.12.2025 CZ-Prague Palac Akropolis
06.12.2025 HU-Budapest Barba Negra
07.12.2025 AT-Vienna Szene
09.12.2025 PL-Warsaw Proxima
10.12.2025 DE-Berlin Lido
12.12.2025 DE-Munich Backstage
13.12.2025 DE-Frankfurt ZOOM
about coldrain
Formed in 2007 in Nagoya, Japan, and with a total of seven studio albums under their belt, coldrain is certainly not a new name in the scene. While releasing music in English, the quintet is known for blending melodic singing with heavy instrumentals and screaming, finding the perfect balance between genres. Through touring with international names such as Bullet for My Valentine and Papa Roach, coldrain has built an international audience over the years.
coldrain are
Masato – Vocals
Y.K.C – Guitar
Sugi – Guitar
RxYxO – Bass Guitar
Katsuma – Drums
coldrain online
Website: https://coldrain.jp/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldrain_official/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0L1UZsfCTUu15xPUoMkyfA
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coldrain_official?lang=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coldrainofficial
X: https://x.com/coldrain_jp?lang=en
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pCVGaLWxDe4d8bsjsnmUM
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/coldrain/294914748
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