DIR EN GREY’s 34th single, The Devil In Me releases on April 24, 2024. Staying true to their tradition, the band has unveiled a teaser clip for the lead track and its accompanying music video. Although the teaser clip is brief, those 15 seconds instill a palpable depth of emotion, heightening anticipation for the looming release.

The video presents demonic visuals drenched in candy pink. They flash by so quickly that they barely leave an imprint on your psyche—but if you dare pause the video for a closer look, the dioramas are absolutely disturbing. It makes us wonder if the pastel hues ease the edge, or intensify the surrealist horror. Against this unsettling backdrop, a mugshot resembling American serial killer John Wayne Gacy flickers across the screen.

In terms of sound, we confront a foreboding sense of tragedy—an echoing choir frames vocalist Kyo’s gritty verse, as guitars drone hauntingly in the background. Shinya’s drumline adds to the intensity, driving the song forward with a relentless force that amplifies its depth and atmosphere.

Steeled yourself? Check it out below. It definitely ramps up the tension for the full release!

Cover art for The Devil In Me was revealed as well. You can find the album art and more on the dedicated site, here.

That’s not all from DIR EN GREY—the band added new visuals to match the release. For those interested in costume design, studio THE d’OR has once again crafted the costumes for guitarist Kaoru and bassist Toshiya.