Performing artists at the metropolitan rock festival “METROPOLITAN ROCK FESTIVAL (Metrock) 2016”

I kept staring only at the sky.guddō mōningu amerika

Good Morning America “I Was Just Staring at the Sky” PV

When you think of someone shirtless in hot pants and sunglasses with an insanely high energy level, it’s Tanashin from Good Morning America.

Contrary to his humor-filled persona, Good Morning America’s songs are all genuinely great.

Their catchy tunes paired with slightly edgy lyrics are especially appealing.

Here’s one older track from their catalog.

Why not punish both sides?Gesu no Kiwami Otome.

Gesu no Kiwami Otome: “Isn’t Mutually Assured Destruction Just Fine?”

Formed in 2012, Gesu no Kiwami Otome.

made their major debut in just two years and have been gaining explosive support from young people.

Their distinctive lyrics leave a strong impression.

The inclusion of keyboards allows for a wide range of expression.

They became a major topic at the start of the year, but what we should really pay attention to is their performances from here on out.

MusicSakanakushon

Sakanaction – Music (Music Video) - Best Album “Uozukan” (Release on 3/28)

Sakanaction, with their unique worldview and overwhelming presence, have attracted popularity from many directions.

Because they’ve secured numerous tie-ins, you probably encounter their songs quite often.

The source of their distinctive world may lie not only in the atmosphere of their music but also in their poetic lyrics.

Their live productions are also exceptionally beautiful, so they’re well worth keeping an eye on.

No way, no way, no way.Doramachikku Arasuka

Dramatic Alaska “Impossible, Impossible, Impossible” Music Video

Dramatic Alaska is a three-piece guitar rock band from Kobe.

This song, titled “Muri Muri Muri” (No way, no way, no way), features striking, fast-paced guitar riffs and captivating dynamic shifts.

It’s the kind of track you can easily imagine igniting the crowd at a live show—makes you look forward to the day of the concert already.

S.Spasupie

PASSEPIED - S.S Music Video

Paspiep, a pop-rock band active since 2009, is a four-member group known for their bright, catchy songs.

Their distinctive vocals are likely a key part of their appeal.

They work in a style that blends impressionist classical music—which keyboardist Haneda Narita studied in university—with pop rock.