Japanese Rock Legends Glay Releases Single "Dead or Alive," Theme for Netflix's "Record of Ragnarok III"
Legendary Japanese rock powerhouse GLAY has unleashed their highly anticipated 63rd single, "Dead Or Alive," today, while also dropping the track's fierce music video. This marks GLAY's first new single in nearly two years, arriving right after their 30th debut anniversary.
The blistering new number, "Dead Or Alive" was written specifically as the opening theme for the popular anime series Record of Ragnarok III.
The series is produced by Warner Bros. Japan LLC and will be exclusively available for worldwide streaming on Netflix starting December 10, 2025.
The creation of the song began with TAKURO's simple desire to pursue rock music with GLAY. The lyrics feature elements reflecting the world of the tie-up anime, Netflix's exclusive series Record of Ragnarok III. With HISASHI's sharp arrangement covering the entire track, this single is a powerful start to the band's 31st year.
"Dead Or Alive" is a heavy rock anthem composed and written by guitarist TAKURO. It features dramatic riffs, a foundation of heavy bass from JIRO, arrangement work by HISASHI and the commanding vocals of TERU.
TAKURO commented on crafting the song to match the anime's intensity:
“We are extremely honored to be in charge of the opening theme song for a work that has garnered immense popularity since its first season. We produced “Dead Or Alive” keeping in mind Record of Ragnarok's magnificent story and the struggles of each character who cannot be judged by 'justice' alone. Furthermore, the song is a fusion of the world of thrilling action and the inherent intensity of rock music.”
Music Video
PIERCE GABRIEL (Music Video Director) – Comment For this music video concept, which was built around shooting in New York City, I began by researching a wide range of rock band visuals set in major metropolitan cities. Among everything I explored, the performances that moved me most were The Beatles’ rooftop session in London and U2’s performance atop a Los Angeles building.
The band has also announced their first national hall tour in three years, HIGHCOMMUNICATIONS TOUR 2026 "GLAY-complete BEST," scheduled for 15 venues and 16 performances starting March 20, 2026.
HIGHCOMMUNICATIONS TOUR 2026 "GLAY-complete BEST" Tour Dates
March 20, 2026 (Fri/Holiday): Tochigi – Utsunomiya City Cultural Hall
March 27, 2026 (Fri): Ishikawa – Kanazawa Opera House (Kanazawa Kagakuzza)
March 29, 2026 (Sun): Shiga – Biwako Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Main Hall
April 3, 2026 (Fri): Yamaguchi – KDDI Ishin Hall
April 5, 2026 (Sun): Nagasaki – BeneX Nagasaki Brick Hall
April 10, 2026 (Fri): Nara – Nara Centennial Hall, Main Hall
April 12, 2026 (Sun): Kagawa – Rexxam Hall (Kagawa Prefectural Hall)
April 17, 2026 (Fri): Okayama – Kurashiki City Auditorium
April 19, 2026 (Sun): Tottori – Yonago Convention Center BIG SHIP
April 23, 2026 (Thu): Miyazaki – Miyakonojo City General Cultural Hall, Main Hall
April 25, 2026 (Sat): Kumamoto – Kumamoto Castle Hall, Main Hall
May 14, 2026 (Thu): Iwate – Tosa Classic Hall Iwate (Iwate Prefectural Hall), Main Hall
May 16, 2026 (Sat): Aomori – Link Station Hall Aomori
May 18, 2026 (Mon): Gunma – Takasaki Arts Theatre, Grand Theatre
