Reunion wanted: the legendary band that disbanded to much regret
Bands are no exception to the rule that everything with a beginning must come to an end.
This time, we’re featuring Japanese bands that, sadly, have disbanded.
It’s a playlist packed with groups you’ll definitely want to hear—from timeless songs that colored our youth to that popular band rumored to reunite.
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Seeking a reunion. Legendary bands that broke up to much regret (Nos. 21–30)
Carry me on your songTokyo Shōnen
Tokyo Shōnen is a band that leaves an overwhelming impression thanks to its boyish female vocalist, Michiru Sasano.
Unusual for a band in the 1990s, they also drew attention for releasing video works.
All of those videos, now elusive rarities, were directed by film director Shunji Iwai.
It is hollow.yurayura teikoku
Yura Yura Teikoku was a band that showcased the talents of vocalist Shintaro Sakamoto.
Their songs, which injected boldly original and innovative elements into a nostalgic style, were highly acclaimed in the music industry.
The band was also loved by film directors such as Sion Sono and Go Shibata, making their breakup all the more regrettable.
Still for your loverumania montevideo
Among artists from the Being label, Romania Montevideo stood out for their frequent media appearances and highly message-driven songs, earning strong recognition as a rock band.
With Mami Miyoshi being a woman who handled both drums and vocals, they were a unique act.
Their heavy tracks still haven’t lost their luster even today.
Goodbye, Humanitytama
Tama, an unconventional band that burst onto the scene like a comet from the TV show “Ika-ten” (Ikasu Band Heaven).
It’s a unique group where every member writes lyrics, composes, and takes turns on vocals, and each of their songs has its own distinctive worldview.
Although they have a strong one-hit-wonder image, they remain a band with many ardent fans to this day.
If you were to cryGOING STEADY
GOING STEADY is a band that could be called a pioneer of youth punk.
The vocalist, Kazunobu Mineta, is now very active as an actor.
After GOING STEADY disbanded, Mineta (vocals), Abiko (bass), and Murai (drums) formed a new band, Ging Nang Boyz, with the addition of Chin Nakamura.
CAMERA! CAMERA! CAMERA!Flipper’s Guitar
Flipper’s Guitar was a miraculous band formed by the astonishing geniuses Kenji Ozawa and Keigo Oyamada.
Their songs have not faded with time and are still frequently heard today as music in commercials and on TV.
Although the two are rumored to not get along, I hope that someday we’ll witness a miraculous reunion.
Goodbyeofukōsu
Off Course, who sang everything from folk songs to rock and churned out hit after hit, were riding a wave of popularity with headline-making events like a 10-day run of concerts at the Nippon Budokan, but they disbanded in 1989.
Today, former member Kazumasa Oda has established himself as a solo musician.