How HAGANE SURVIVED A Major Lineup Change

What happens when a band loses most of its lineup? HAGANE faced exactly that situation. After three members left, only Sakura and Sayaka remained from the previous lineup. Instead of ending the band, HAGANE rebuilt itself with Nagi on vocals and JUNNA on drums — and started a completely new chapter. From the 2024 relaunch to TOP OF THE TOWER, Zepp Shinjuku, and their upcoming album Through the Night, HAGANE has continued to grow with its new lineup. But now there's another interesting story. NEMOPHILA is facing its own major lineup changes. After SAKI's departure in 2024, the band announced in August 2026 that Murata Tamu and Hazuki would also leave. NEMOPHILA has confirmed that the band will continue, with a stronger focus on international activities. These situations aren't exactly the same. But HAGANE's story raises an interesting question: Can NEMOPHILA also rebuild and begin a new chapter?