[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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[J-Pop] A Roundup of Bands with Cool Bass-Playing Vocalists (61–70)
May you, who are working so hard, find happiness.SWING
Mizuho and Keita warmly watch over everyday struggles and cheer them on in their masterful piece, “May You Who Are Doing Your Very Best Find Happiness.” This single holds a power that resonates in the hearts of its listeners.
In particular, the harmony woven by Mizuho’s clear, grounded lead vocals and Keita’s husky voice strongly conveys the band’s human touch.
SWING’s musicality offers an intimacy that narrows the distance with the listener, teaches the importance of supporting one another, and walking together.
The more you listen, the more you’ll be drawn into SWING’s skillful command of a variety of genres.
Manager, I’m quitting my part-time job.Su凸ko D凹koi
Su凸ko D凹koi, a Japanese three-piece girls’ band known for their unique and quirky style, captivates listeners with humor-packed musicality—as you can tell from their pun-based name derived from “suttokodokkoi.” While rooted in punk rock, they weave in black humor and social satire to create a world entirely their own.
彼らはインディーズのレーベル「おぽんこつレコーズ」で活動を始め、アルバム『Don’t Trust Su凸ko D凹koi』では「放送事故風の電波ソング」のような大胆な実験にも挑戦した。マリの個性的なボーカルと相まって、インディー・シーンの中でも際立つ存在となっている。
They’re also popular at school festivals and music festivals, and are highly recommended for anyone who loves music that defies conventions.
At the end of the 20th centuryHikashū
Hikashu is a band that has established a unique musical identity centered around Koichi Makigami.
Since their 1979 debut, they have traversed a wide range of genres—from technopop to world music—while consistently creating songs that feel fresh.
Makigami’s commanding presence as both bassist and vocalist radiates a truly distinctive color.
Their eccentric visuals can be distracting, but it’s their musical depth and experimental approach that continue to captivate audiences in Japan and abroad—something noteworthy even for those who aren’t fans.
Hikashu extends its vision beyond the boundaries of music into the realm of art, offering listeners new experiences and discoveries.
long hairFOMARE
A melodic hardcore band that took flight from Takasaki City in Gunma Prefecture to the entire country.
Since their formation in 2014, they have steadily built their career, winning the runner-up prize at FM Gunma’s band contest “ROCKERS2015” in November 2015.
They went on to top the Oricon Indie Albums Chart with their album “FORCE,” and made their major-label debut in November 2020.
Their appeal lies in a three-piece lineup’s exhilarating, fast-paced sound, powerful vocals, and emotionally resonant Japanese lyrics, with a string of hit signature songs to their name.
With powerful musicianship and passionate live performances, they are a formidable band that captivates rock fans and doesn’t let go.
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Avengers in Sci-Fi, a three-piece rock band formed in Kanagawa Prefecture, began their activities in 2002 and launched their full-fledged music career in 2004 with an independently produced release.
In 2009, they signed with Victor Entertainment and made their major-label debut, showcasing their high level of musicality by producing tracks for artists such as Kaela Kimura.
Fusing a wide range of genres—rock, techno, and electro—their futuristic sound, driven by synthesizers and effects, has been dubbed a “rock spaceship,” winning the hearts of fans.
Selected for iTunes Japan’s “Sound of 2010,” their live shows create a truly cosmic musical experience, where bassist-vocalist Yoshihiko Inami’s inventive bass lines and vocals intertwine with Taro Kohata’s guitar.