1d ago
The band I Don't Like Mondays. discussed the ending theme "Groooovy" for the TV anime Black Torch in an interview, describing it as a city pop track built around the characters' daily life rather than the main battle. Vocalist YU said the ending, unlike their One Piece opening "PAINT," was written so listeners could sit with the afterglow once an episode ends. The band also released the 18-track album Friday on September 25.
Sep 14
LuckyFM Ibaraki Broadcasting is adding a one-hour block, RACZ FRIDAY SHOWTIME, to its fall 2026 schedule, starting Friday, October 2. Sekihan hosts Hanakin☆Tamawarimasu! at 19:00, and Parkmanser is MC for Kore wa Zettai Bazuranai!? at 19:30. Real Akiba Communications produces both half-hour talk programs.
Sep 10
Gun Interactive announced on August 28 that Horror Inc. is suing the developer over royalties from Friday the 13th: The Game. Gun says it has paid more than $18 million and that Horror Inc. approved accounting reports; Horror Inc. wants about $4 million more over accounting methods. Gun argues the 2016 litigation shrank the game's revenue and says it will fight the suit. The complaint was filed in the Central District of California.
Jul 13
Kodansha released the gravure mook 'FRIDAY GOLD 2026 Summer' on July 13, featuring talent and YouTuber Shinonome Umi on the cover and opening pages. The issue includes 30 pages of new photos of Umi, a selection of gravure photos from other talents including voice actress Kanon Shizaki, and a 100-minute making DVD. The mook is priced at 1,300 yen.
Jun 8
Behaviour Interactive has added Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th series as a playable killer in Dead by Daylight, launching June 17. The character, named Slasher, arrives through a collaboration with Jason Universe. The announcement marks the first Friday the 13th content in the game after years of licensing hurdles.