Dance rock band roundup: Japanese bands with irresistibly danceable songs
When it comes to rock bands, there are countless groups making waves here in Japan! In this article, we’ll showcase a selection of bands that specialize in songs so catchy you’ll want to dance along.
From bands that incorporate EDM sounds to guitar rock groups with distinctive dance beats on the drums, we’ve gathered recommendations with dance music and danceable tracks as the key theme.
A wide variety of vibes will be featured, so be sure to find your new favorite band.
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Dance rock band roundup: Japanese bands with irresistibly danceable tracks (11–20)
Like a ThunderFABLED NUMBER

FABLED NUMBER performs at music events all over Japan.
Many of you may have been blown away by their festival performances.
They mainly create electro-influenced rock, with signature songs like “Like a Thunder.” This track has especially satisfying choruses, and at festivals it creates an unmatched sense of unity with the crowd.
Also, their humor-filled music videos are part of their appeal—each one is packed with laugh-out-loud moments, so be sure to check them out.


