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Artists Performing at the Summer Festival FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’16 (Fuji Rock)

We’re putting together playlists of the must-hear lineup from FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL—Japan’s flagship summer music festival since 1997!

FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’16 Performing Artists (61–70)

Sonic Fireworksavengers in sci-fi

avengers in sci-fi/Sonic Fireworks
Sonic Fireworksavengers in sci-fi

avengers in sci-fi is a three-piece alternative rock band from Kanagawa.

Their music has a cosmic feel, with a captivating quality that draws you into their world.

They seem like a perfect fit for the atmosphere of Fuji Rock.

MAHOROBAillion

illion is the solo project of Yojiro Noda, the frontman of the popular rock band RADWIMPS.

It offers an even deeper look into the worldview that is abundantly present in RADWIMPS.

The first album, released in 2003, was distributed worldwide and has gained popularity overseas as well.

Bombs are scary.Zainichi Fanku

Zainichi Funk is a seven-member funk band fronted by vocalist Kenta Hamano, aka Hamaken.

The band’s name reflects their aim to reexamine the lineage of funk stemming from James Brown from within Japan.

As you’d expect, their performances are incredibly funky and super cool.

At the same time, Hamaken’s comical onstage moves are irresistibly charming—definitely something to watch for at their live shows.

Absolute despair, absolutely on fireOmori Seiko

Seiko Omori “Zettai Zetsubou Zekkochou” Music Video
Absolute despair, absolutely on fireOmori Seiko

Seiko Oomori is a singer-songwriter who has been active since 2008.

Known as a passionate performer, her songs are characterized by high energy and slightly edgy word choices.

The music itself is very pop and colorful, and listening to it is sure to lift your spirits.

Harlem ShakeBaauer

Baauer is a producer who represents electro trap.

Electro trap is characterized by heavy bass, with increasingly intricate rhythms dropping in at points to build excitement.

This track showcases those traits as well, making it a tune you can really move your body to and get into.