Band-Maid Announces New EP 'Scooooop,' Out October 22
Includes Hit Anime Themes and Five Brand-New Songs
August 20, 2025 – Internationally acclaimed Japanese rock band BAND-MAID has announced the release of their highly anticipated new EP, “SCOOOOOP,” on October 22, 2025. Alongside the announcement, the band has unveiled the cover artwork, full tracklist, and details on exclusive bonus items.
The 8-track EP will feature hit singles such as “Zen” (opening theme for MAPPA's original anime ZENSHU), “Ready to Rock” (opening theme for the TV anime Rock is a Lady's Modesty), and “What is justice?” (ending theme for the anime TOUGEN ANKI). In addition, fans can look forward to five brand-new songs, making “SCOOOOOP” a must-have release that promises to exceed expectations.
The striking cover art, depicting newspapers spilling from an airship, hints at the meaning behind the EP's title and builds anticipation for its release.
New Live Video Released
To celebrate the announcement, BAND-MAID has released the full live performance video of “Ready to Rock” on their official YouTube channel. Filmed at Tokyo's Toyosu PIT during BAND-MAID TOUR 2025 SECOND ROUND, the video marks the first time the anime opening has been shared in its entirety.
Watch: BAND-MAID – “Ready to Rock” (Official Live Video): https://youtu.be/5I6VV4HYnW8
Pre-order “SCOOOOOP”: https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/SCOOOOOP_CDE1
Tracklist:
BAND-MAID TOUR 2025
BAND-MAID's nationwide tour is currently underway, with nearly all shows sold out, including the BAND-MAID TOUR 2025 FINAL ROUND performance at Kawasaki CLUB CITTA. Remaining tickets for select dates are available via official lottery until August 24, 2025.
Full details: https://BAND-MAID.tokyo/contents/869736
About BAND-MAID
BAND-MAID is a world-renowned all-girl rock band whose fierce sound defies their maid-inspired appearance. Their hard-hitting rock has earned widespread acclaim from fans and media across the globe, with over 230 million YouTube views to date. Reaction videos from fans worldwide continue to surge, surpassing 40 million additional views. With strong support from rock and metal audiences, the band drew over 20,000 fans during their 2022 U.S. tour, solidifying their reputation as one of the most popular international girl bands today.
BAND-MAID has consistently shaken stages at major Japanese festivals while embarking on annual world tours, selling out shows across the U.S., U.K., and Europe.
In 2019, the band announced a touring partnership with global promoter Live Nation and released the album Conqueror, produced in part by legendary rock icon Tony Visconti. In 2020, they formed an alliance with United Talent Agency for U.S. representation and released Unseen World. Their Hollywood debut came in 2021 with an appearance in the Netflix film Kate. The following year, they embarked on their sold-out U.S. tour with more than 20,000 attendees, and performed as a special guest for Guns N' Roses in Japan. In 2023, celebrating their 10th anniversary, BAND-MAID launched a global tour that included performances at four major international festivals—among them the world-renowned Lollapalooza—and capped the milestone with a triumphant headline show at Yokohama Arena.
Marking a “new chapter” in 2024, BAND-MAID released their first full-length album in three and a half years. The 14-track album features highlights such as “Bestie,” co-written with Michael Aaron Einziger (Incubus guitarist and co-writer of Avicii's “Wake Me Up”), and “SHOW THEM,” a collaboration with Mexican powerhouse trio The Warning. The album charted high across worldwide rankings following its release.
In 2025, BAND-MAID continues their unstoppable momentum with three major anime tie-ins: “Zen” (opening theme for MAPPA's original anime ZENSHU), “Ready to Rock” (opening theme for the TV anime Rock is a Lady's Modesty), and “What is justice?” (ending theme for the anime TOUGEN ANKI). These placements, paired with their bold vision of “world domination,” underscore the band's rapid global rise as they expand both their domestic and international reach.
Latest Single: “What is justice?”
Release: July 18, 2025
Listen: https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justice
Music Video: https://youtu.be/3kMIh0_Wkpk
Follow BAND-MAID
Official Website | YouTube | X | Instagram | TikTok
August 20, 2025 – Internationally acclaimed Japanese rock band BAND-MAID has announced the release of their highly anticipated new EP, “SCOOOOOP,” on October 22, 2025. Alongside the announcement, the band has unveiled the cover artwork, full tracklist, and details on exclusive bonus items.
The 8-track EP will feature hit singles such as “Zen” (opening theme for MAPPA's original anime ZENSHU), “Ready to Rock” (opening theme for the TV anime Rock is a Lady's Modesty), and “What is justice?” (ending theme for the anime TOUGEN ANKI). In addition, fans can look forward to five brand-new songs, making “SCOOOOOP” a must-have release that promises to exceed expectations.
The striking cover art, depicting newspapers spilling from an airship, hints at the meaning behind the EP's title and builds anticipation for its release.
New Live Video Released
To celebrate the announcement, BAND-MAID has released the full live performance video of “Ready to Rock” on their official YouTube channel. Filmed at Tokyo's Toyosu PIT during BAND-MAID TOUR 2025 SECOND ROUND, the video marks the first time the anime opening has been shared in its entirety.
Watch: BAND-MAID – “Ready to Rock” (Official Live Video): https://youtu.be/5I6VV4HYnW8
Pre-order “SCOOOOOP”: https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/SCOOOOOP_CDE1
Tracklist:
- Present Perfect
- Ready to Rock
- What is justice?
- SUPER SUNSHINE
- SION
- Dilly-Dally
- Zen
- Lock and Load
BAND-MAID TOUR 2025
BAND-MAID's nationwide tour is currently underway, with nearly all shows sold out, including the BAND-MAID TOUR 2025 FINAL ROUND performance at Kawasaki CLUB CITTA. Remaining tickets for select dates are available via official lottery until August 24, 2025.
Full details: https://BAND-MAID.tokyo/contents/869736
About BAND-MAID
BAND-MAID is a world-renowned all-girl rock band whose fierce sound defies their maid-inspired appearance. Their hard-hitting rock has earned widespread acclaim from fans and media across the globe, with over 230 million YouTube views to date. Reaction videos from fans worldwide continue to surge, surpassing 40 million additional views. With strong support from rock and metal audiences, the band drew over 20,000 fans during their 2022 U.S. tour, solidifying their reputation as one of the most popular international girl bands today.
BAND-MAID has consistently shaken stages at major Japanese festivals while embarking on annual world tours, selling out shows across the U.S., U.K., and Europe.
In 2019, the band announced a touring partnership with global promoter Live Nation and released the album Conqueror, produced in part by legendary rock icon Tony Visconti. In 2020, they formed an alliance with United Talent Agency for U.S. representation and released Unseen World. Their Hollywood debut came in 2021 with an appearance in the Netflix film Kate. The following year, they embarked on their sold-out U.S. tour with more than 20,000 attendees, and performed as a special guest for Guns N' Roses in Japan. In 2023, celebrating their 10th anniversary, BAND-MAID launched a global tour that included performances at four major international festivals—among them the world-renowned Lollapalooza—and capped the milestone with a triumphant headline show at Yokohama Arena.
Marking a “new chapter” in 2024, BAND-MAID released their first full-length album in three and a half years. The 14-track album features highlights such as “Bestie,” co-written with Michael Aaron Einziger (Incubus guitarist and co-writer of Avicii's “Wake Me Up”), and “SHOW THEM,” a collaboration with Mexican powerhouse trio The Warning. The album charted high across worldwide rankings following its release.
In 2025, BAND-MAID continues their unstoppable momentum with three major anime tie-ins: “Zen” (opening theme for MAPPA's original anime ZENSHU), “Ready to Rock” (opening theme for the TV anime Rock is a Lady's Modesty), and “What is justice?” (ending theme for the anime TOUGEN ANKI). These placements, paired with their bold vision of “world domination,” underscore the band's rapid global rise as they expand both their domestic and international reach.
Latest Single: “What is justice?”
Release: July 18, 2025
Listen: https://BAND-MAID.lnk.to/What_is_justice
Music Video: https://youtu.be/3kMIh0_Wkpk
Follow BAND-MAID
Official Website | YouTube | X | Instagram | TikTok
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