Recommended bands, singers, and artists from Osaka Prefecture
What kind of artists come to mind when you hear “artists from Osaka”? Not only those who speak in the Osaka dialect—there are actually many artists from Osaka who usually speak standard Japanese as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of bands and singer-songwriters from Osaka all at once.
We’ve picked artists across genres and generations—from those whose Osaka roots are widely known to those whose hometown isn’t as well recognized—so please take a look.
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Recommended Bands, Singers, and Artists from Osaka Prefecture (91–100)
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BENNIE K, a duo consisting of YUKI and CICO from Osaka Prefecture, is a unit that gained attention for its unique style blending J-pop, R&B, and hip-hop.
Showcasing their talent from their 2001 debut single “Melody,” they scored a massive hit in 2005 with “Dreamland,” which reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts and sold 500,000 copies.
Their music brought a fresh breeze to the Japanese music scene and captured the hearts of many listeners.
The distinctive world created by YUKI’s powerful vocals and CICO’s cool rap overflows with cross-genre appeal.
Their sincere approach to music and pursuit of perfection further enhance their charm.
COME ON BOYBURL
Originating from the Kansai region, the punk band BURL is known for strongly emphasizing social and political messages in their music.
Characterized by intense rhythms and sharp lyrics, they’re sometimes also classified as a form of mixture rock that incorporates elements of rap and metal.
Their signature work, “AGAINST WAR,” received high acclaim for both its musical innovation and its message, earning support from many fans and critics.
From their formation, BURL has maintained a firm stance on social issues, actively performing free live shows at demonstrations and similar events.
Their ongoing efforts to raise their voice through music will continue to draw attention.
Highly recommended for anyone interested in social issues.
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Dizzy Sunfist is a three-piece rock band formed in Osaka.
They originally started as a cover band centered around vocalist Ayapeta and bassist Iyama.
They’re one of the bands active in Japan’s melodic hardcore scene, known for their heated, high-energy song style.
In particular, the catchy, ear-pleasing guitar riffs, Ayapeta’s powerful vocals, and drummer moAi’s powerful yet technical drumming create a harmony that will keep raising your excitement as you listen!
something beautifulHump Back
A three-piece girls’ band from Osaka.
Hayashi, the vocalist and the only original member, writes and composes all their songs.
She says the artist who influenced her the most is the fellow girls’ band Chatmonchy, and you can feel that spirit throughout their music.
The straightforward lyrics and performances that convey them at 200% resonate directly with the heart.
In addition to this track “LILLY,” their signature song “Dear, Young Boy” is also a must-listen masterpiece.
I hope they keep delivering seishun—youthful energy and feelings—to us from here on out!
Star MarkerKANA-BOON
KANA-BOON is a rock band from Osaka.
They started out when vocalist Maguro Taniguchi and his bandmates formed the group in their high school light music club.
Their sound is melodious and catchy while overflowing with drive and momentum—that’s the appeal! You can feel the influence of ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, whose songs they used to cover.
Their debut single, “Full Drive” (Japanese title: ‘Jōsha Hissui no Kotowari, Okotowari’), which became a heavy rotation pick on FM802, was truly shocking! The resonance of their sound is fun, and I think it laid the groundwork for the literary-leaning style of many recent artists.
After steady, grassroots activity, they were appointed Sakai Goodwill Artists in September 2016.
They’re stars of Osaka!
Shanana☆MINMI
MINMI is a singer-songwriter from Osaka Prefecture.
She debuted in 2002 with “The Perfect Vision.” While her music overflows with a reggae-based mood, in recent years she’s also released many upbeat tracks that incorporate soca elements.
Her songs lift your spirits and wrap you in a pleasant, liberating atmosphere—they make you want to head to the tropics! Especially active in the summer, MINMI performed at more summer festivals in 2015 than any other female artist, earning her the title “Queen of Summer Festivals.”
Intuition, babyPAN
PAN is a rock band formed in Osaka in 1995.
True to their bread-inspired name, they’re known for a performance where they toss bread from the stage before their shows.
Perhaps also inspired by their name, they have many food-themed songs, such as “Gyoza Tabe-CHINA,” “Komekami,” and “Konya wa BBQ,” characterized by humorous themes and a high-energy sound.
Together with their old friends SABOTEN, they co-host the music festival MASTER COLISEUM.