Dawn of Japanese Rock: A Collection of Debut Songs by 1970s Japanese Rock Bands

The 1970s were a period that brought a revolutionary shift to the history of Japanese rock.

From psychedelia and hard rock to the refined city pop that followed, Japanese artists searched for their own means of expression and opened up new possibilities in music.

The rock bands that emerged in that era overturned the conventions of Japanese popular music with innovative sounds and bold lyrics.

In this article, we introduce the debut songs of legendary bands that were mainly active in the 1970s.

From legends still thriving in the 2020s to cult favorites known to a select few, listen to the tracks that marked their beginnings and experience the energy and innovation of the dawn of Japanese rock.