Recommended reggae

Japanese reggae bands, plus bands that incorporate reggae-influenced styles.

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Reggae is a Jamaican music genre said to have evolved from ska and rocksteady.

Even though “reggae” encompasses a wide range of styles, in this article we’ll introduce many reggae bands that perform in a full band setup.

In addition to strictly traditional reggae bands, we’ve also picked out dub bands and groups that blend reggae with other genres to create their own distinctive styles.

We hope you’ll discover a new favorite and immerse yourself in the deep, rich allure of reggae.

Japanese reggae bands. Also introducing bands that incorporate reggae into their style (11–20).

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Dahbors – Rising Sun

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Darboze is a reggae band you should definitely check out.

Based in Osaka, they perform at various live events and are gradually growing their fanbase through word of mouth.

If you want to listen to their music, try “Noboru Taiyo,” available on their YouTube channel, and “Single,” available on Apple Music.

Both tracks deliver a chill sound.

Also, don’t miss their Instagram account, launched in 2020.

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Frisco – Virtual Insanity feat Rickie G

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Since their formation in 1998, FRISCO has drawn attention in the reggae world for their original musical style.

While inheriting the tradition of Jamaican rocksteady, their sound skillfully fuses dub, rock, and jazz, offering listeners profound emotion and allure.

Especially after the release of their first album, “mano a mano,” in 2001, FRISCO established a solid musical backbone and forged their own distinctive sonic universe.

Their 2018 album “TOKYO” showcases the depth and evolution of their musicianship.

On stage, they fully demonstrate their high level of performance, continually captivating a wide audience.

The heartfelt, beautiful music created by their multiple talented members is truly worth a listen!

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced a wide range of domestic reggae bands.

Some have established their own styles by blending reggae with various other genres—did you find a favorite? If this article has sparked your interest in the deep world of reggae, take this opportunity to explore even more artists!