[J-Pop/Rock] A roundup of bands with cool singing bassists
When you think of someone playing an instrument and singing in a rock band, most people picture a guitarist-vocalist.
In reality, it’s most common for the guitarist to stand at the front, and it’s relatively rare for members of the rhythm section—like the bassist or drummer—to handle lead vocals.
That’s precisely why bands with a bassist as the lead vocalist tend to be distinctive and unique.
In this article, we highlight Japanese bands that feature a bass-vocalist, introducing them across different eras and genres.
You might even discover that the singer in a band you love has actually been singing while playing the bass!
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[Japanese Rock] A roundup of cool bands with bass-vocalists (71–80)
NIGHT NIGHTPEDRO
A solo project by Ayuni D from BiSH.
Ayuni handles vocals and bass, joined by support members.
Hisako Tabuchi of NUMBER GIRL has even played at some live shows.
Ayuni’s free-spirited straightforwardness is irresistible.
The range spans from mischievous rock tunes to lyrical ballads.
She also writes and composes many of the songs herself.
This is an artist we hope not only BiSH fans but all music lovers will listen to.
I’m a good girl.COMezik
Despite its brief runtime, COMezik’s song “Atashi wa Ii Ko” leaves a deep imprint on the listener’s memory.
In just 3 minutes and 6 seconds, warmth and simplicity are distilled, with the charm of the bass-driven vocals taking center stage.
The comfortable bass rhythm and delicate singing intertwine beautifully, stirring emotions on multiple levels.
COMezik has a talent for drawing listeners into a unique sonic world, and this track offers a fresh musical experience.
Milky Way Railroadever youth
Ever Youth, a guitar rock band from Kobe, showcases standout cool bass-and-vocal work from the rhythm section on their track “Ginga Tetsudo.” While playing bass, the vocalist delicately delivers a melody that stirs the heart, vividly reflecting Ever Youth’s distinctive musicality.
The band’s straightforward emotions evoke strong empathy in listeners and resonate deeply within.
Through “Ginga Tetsudo,” their presence—breathing new life into Japan’s rock scene—could become an important discovery for many more music fans.
In conclusion
I introduced a cool bass-and-vocal band.
They shine precisely because they put in a lot of effort to take on the highly demanding role of singing while playing bass.
If you listen to their songs with a focus on the bass vocals, you might discover a different kind of appeal than before.