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| Glass Heart Gears Up: Satoh Takeru’s New Netflix Drama Assembles Stellar Cast & Real-Life Rock Band |
If you’re buzzing for some fresh, gritty rock drama, Netflix’s upcoming series Glass Heart is about to deliver the goods — and then some. Starring Satoh Takeru, this live-action show isn’t just your usual drama; it’s a whole vibe with a star-studded cast and a real-life band hitting the scene alongside the drama’s release.
So, what’s Glass Heart all about? The story follows a university student, played by Miyazaki Yu, who’s kicked out of her band over a pretty unfair spat. Out of the blue, she’s scooped up to be the drummer for TENBLANK, a brand-new band led by a brooding musical genius played by none other than Satoh Takeru. Alongside him are Machida Keita and Shison Jun, rounding out the band’s mix of talent and personalities.
And if you’re a fan of fierce rivalries, you’re in luck. The band OVER CHROME, fronted by Suda Masaki’s character, stands opposite TENBLANK, promising some serious musical showdowns.
The drama’s got plenty more heavyweight players too: Karata Erika steps in as TENBLANK’s savvy manager, Takaishi Akari belts out tunes as a singer, YOU plays Miyazaki’s mum, Fujiki Naohito is the big-name music producer green with envy over TENBLANK’s rise, Yamada Takayuki fronts rival band Z-OUT, and Reini joins as a member of OVER CHROME.
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Here’s the kicker: TENBLANK isn’t just fictional. The band’s debut album, titled Glass Heart, will drop in real life on August 1, 2025 — right after the drama premieres on Netflix on July 31.
The album features ten tracks, including “Melody and Crystal” (“旋律と結晶”), penned by none other than RADWIMPS’ Noda Yojiro, who’s also behind multiple songs featured in the show. Noda’s collaboration with Satoh is well-known, and he’s said that Takeru’s genuine passion and straightforwardness really fired him up to deliver his best work yet.
For fans keen to get a taste, a 30-second demo version of “Melody and Crystal” has already dropped on TikTok and Instagram, offering a sneak peek at TENBLANK’s vibe. The physical album will come in two editions: a standard version and a limited first-press edition, the latter boasting a Blu-ray with behind-the-scenes footage from the drama.
With such a heavyweight cast and a real band ready to rock both on-screen and off, Glass Heart is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s hottest dramas this summer. Mark your calendars for July 31, because this isn’t just a show — it’s a whole experience blending drama, music, and star power in a way you won’t want to miss.
So whether you’re here for the acting chops, the soundtrack, or just some top-tier band drama, Glass Heart is definitely one to watch (and listen to). Keep your ears peeled — the countdown’s on!