BUMP OF CHICKEN Single

BUMP OF CHICKEN, one of the most successful rock bands in Japan, have announced the release of their 15th single called R.I.P / Merry Christmas for November 25th.

This single will be the band's first in approximately two years, as their latest two, Mayday and Hana no na, came out consecutively in October 2007. The band then released a new original album, titled orbital period, in December 2007, and a b-side collection called present from you in June 2008.

R.I.P is described as an impressive rock tune, while Merry Christmas, based on its title, will be a Christmas song. Both tracks are said to feature a unique point of view from vocalist and guitarist Fujiwara Motoo.