05) Crossfaith share new single while welcoming guitarist Daiki Koide

Japanese rockers have recently announced the departure of bassist Hiroki Ikegawa. To follow up on the lineup changes, the group has welcomed guitarist Daiki Koide, who has been performing with the group for the last several months, as their new guitarist. The news coincides with a video for the group’s new single, “Zero.” 

Koide comments on joining the band: 

“Since July 2022, I have been playing on many stages with Crossfaith as a support member, and I am delighted to announce that I have officially joined Crossfaith as a guitarist. I have known Crossfaith members for more than 10 years now, since I was a part of my previous band, HER NAME IN BLOOD. Back when my own band broke up, I was struggling and seriously thought if I should stop pursuing a music career. However, Crossfaith was the one that reached out to me and brought me back on the stage. We have been making music and performing together on the same stage for a while, and I always felt like I was part of the band, but officially being the member now, I am ready to go all out without holding back. Everything I want to express will be poured into our new music. I am very excited to be able to express myself through music again. Please keep supporting us.”

The group comments on the new video: 

“After approximately one year of hiatus, we’re finally coming back in the game. This song is filled with primitive energy, showcasing our distinctive style to the fullest. It becomes a music full of the desire to tear through the dark abyss with our own hands and be reborn anew.”

Watch the clip below: