Recommended Japanese bands for women in their 40s
There are many bands that people in their 40s call legendary.
A lot of people in their 40s come from the melodic hardcore and punk generations.
Of course, there are also bands they listened to during their youth.
This time, I’d like to introduce some Japanese bands I recommend for people in their 40s.
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Recommended Japanese bands for women in their 40s (41–50)
You May DreamSHEENA & THE ROKKETS
A five-member rock band from Fukuoka Prefecture formed in 1978, featured on the 1979 album Vacuum Pack.
It’s a pleasant track to the ear, with Sheena’s clear, translucent vocals riding over a mid-tempo rhythm and a lyrical, melancholic melody line.
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A single released in 1988.
A two-member girls’ rock band formed in 1985.
The band’s core concept is “powerfully messaged songs inspired by various social conditions and issues, delivered through hard-hitting rock.” Their ferocity is so intense, you’d never guess they’re a female band—it’s almost overwhelming.
Rock ‘n’ Roll in a Dumped MoodTOM★CAT
Included on the 1985 album “TOM★CAT.” A nine-member music band formed in Tokyo in 1978.
The song won the Grand Prix at the 28th Yamaha Popular Song Contest (Tsumagoi Finals) and went on to win the Grand Prix at the 15th World Popular Song Festival as well.
Its lively digital sound is particularly striking.
Kiss me with your eyesZa Vīnasu
A single released in 1981.
A five-member rock band formed in 1974.
The song is built around Beethoven’s Für Elise.
While retaining the essence of the original, its oldies-style arrangement and melody leave a strong impression.
Jenny is in a bad moodJūshii Furūtsu
A single released in 1980.
A four-member band formed in 1980, originating from BEEF, which had been Haruo Chikada’s backing band.
It’s a wonderfully fresh and cool track, featuring a strongly techno-tinged digital sound and vocals that sing with an atmospheric falsetto.