Japanese rock/pop bands recommended for men
There are plenty of bands I’d recommend to men, ranging from rugged and gritty to stylish and polished.There are countless Japanese bands out there.I’d like to introduce many of these recommended bands.You might discover music you’ve never heard before.
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Recommended Japanese bands for men (81–90)
Falling in lovethe band apart
This band is known for its stylish sound that influenced so many successors that people even speak of “before and after the band apart.” Their songs are jazzy yet powerful, earning support from a wide range of listeners across all ages and genders.
Chronostasiskinoko teikoku
Initially a rock band, later shoegaze, and now incorporating city pop sounds as well as reggae influenced by Fishmans, this band’s wide-ranging musicality is compelling.
“Chronostasis” is characterized by a hip-hop-like rhythm influenced by Shing02.
Charonnegoto
At first glance they seem like an ordinary girl band, but every song contains features that appeal to enthusiasts, and they were quickly recognized by bands like ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION.
Despite their pop sound, their sharp-edged guitar work is captivating.
ChampionArisu
It’s a classic that continues to be sung more than 40 years after its release in 1978.
It’s also unusual in that it’s themed around boxing, and within Alice—typically categorized as a folk band—it stands out for its strong rock ’n’ roll flavor.
According to Shinji Tanimura, however, the song was originally recorded at a much slower tempo.
Liars do as they please.Arusuteiku
Arstake, a band from Okayama Prefecture, was formed by guitarist-vocalist Yoshiaki Hidaka during his high school years.
After subsequent member changes, drummer Amu and bassist Non joined, shaping the current Arstake lineup.
Their sound is defined by a solid, low-centered rhythm and distorted, driving guitar—seriously cool.
In 2021, they released their first single, “Usotsuki wa Katte,” exclusively through Tower Records, and in 2022 they put out their first nationally distributed release, the album “A.”
TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu
There are so many great songs that it’s hard to choose, but I recommend this one.
Since the Great East Japan Earthquake, this song has been heard less often on TV and radio, but precisely because of what happened—and given the song’s theme—I believe it’s a masterpiece by Keisuke Kuwata, overflowing with kindness, that we should be listening to.
Recommended Japanese bands for men (91–100)
LieShido
This song, which was chosen as the ending theme for the popular anime Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, undeniably boosted the visibility of SID, who had previously been known primarily as a visual kei rock band.
Among the many hit songs associated with Fullmetal Alchemist—an anime famous for the adage that any tie-in would surely sell—this track ranks among the most popular.
Its strong affinity with the series’ worldbuilding is likely a major reason for its massive success.