[Western Music] Must-Know: A Roundup of Popular Overseas Fusion Bands

Fusion is often described as a subgenre of jazz, and—as the name “fusion” suggests—it’s characterized by a crossover sound that incorporates musical elements from a variety of genres.

Overseas it’s also called “jazz fusion,” but in Japan the fusion boom gave rise to popular bands that are still active today and exceptional players, making it a pivotal genre that has influenced many areas, including the recently popular city pop.

In this article, we’ve put together an overview of must-know international fusion bands to start with.

By learning not only about the bands but also the renowned players who were in them, your knowledge of fusion will deepen significantly!