A wonderful Japanese music band

Masterpieces and popular songs by Dragon Ash

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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

Dragon Ash is centered around vocalist Kj (Kenji Furuya) and consists of highly skilled musicians and dancers.

Formed in 1996, they are a mixture rock band that began their activities that year.

At the time, the concept of “mixture,” which crosses over different genres in the Japanese music scene, wasn’t as widespread as it is now.

In Japan, the pioneers of that field were Dragon Ash.

Staying true to their image, they’ve continued to evolve as a rock band ever since their debut.

This time, we’ll be taking a closer look at them!

We researched their past hits and classic tracks and handpicked a selection.

There are plenty to explore, so take your time and enjoy!

Masterpieces and popular songs by Dragon Ash (61–70)

AMBITIOUSDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢AMBITIOUS｣

AMBITIOUSDragon Ash

A bright, upbeat track with a lively rhythm from the intro that makes you want to sway along.

I can just imagine how amazing it would be to hear it under a blue sky at a festival, beer in hand! Released in June 2010 as their 22nd single, it was also used as Sky PerfecTV!’s 2010 soccer theme song.

The music video features athletes with “AMBITIOUS,” meaning great aspirations and ambition, including U-18 Japan national team striker Toshiyuki Takagi and Nadeshiko Japan’s Mana Iwabuchi.

Their straightforward, determined gazes are moving enough to stir your heart, even if you’re not a sports fan!

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Beside YouDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢Beside You｣

Beside YouDragon Ash

This single was released to commemorate their 20th anniversary in 2017.

The delay-heavy guitar enhances the song’s atmosphere.

While Dragon Ash is often associated with intense tracks that fire up the audience, they’re also a cool band when it comes to refreshing, upbeat songs like this.

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Blow Your MindDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢Blow Your Mind (Live) -2014.5.31NIPPON BUDOKAN-｣

Blow Your MindDragon Ash

The theme song for the 2014 film “Crows Explode.” The music video features Masahiro Higashide, who stars in the movie, along with other members of Suzuran High.

In a way that links with the film’s content, the song uses fierce, aggressive guitar tones to express a “violent impulse.” The performance is more aggressive than usual, and overall it gives the impression of being a more rugged, masculine track than their typical work.

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FIRE SONGDragon Ash

Fire Song-Dragon Ash(cover)

FIRE SONGDragon Ash

Released in 2010, this is a track from the album “MIXTURE.” It’s a motivational song that urges you to keep charging forward, holding on to the passion for the dreams you’ve had since you were a kid.

The message of encouragement is expressed through Dragon Ash’s distinctive choice of words and melody.

Highly recommended for anyone striving toward their dreams.

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Ode to JoyDragon Ash

Dragon Ash｢Ode to Joy｣

Ode to JoyDragon Ash

This song is included on the album, so it isn’t a single.

However, when you listen to it, you can’t help but wonder why it’s just an album track—it’s that good.

It has a somewhat mysterious atmosphere that draws you in.

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