Many bands are active in Osaka.
Among them are plenty of really great bands that haven’t yet been discovered by many people.
So this time, I’d like to highlight some cool up-and-coming melodic hardcore bands from Osaka!
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DYINGDAY (Dying Day)
They deliver classic melodic punk music from Sakai, Osaka.
I imagine many of you are already fans.
If you love melodic hardcore and punk, these tracks are guaranteed to hook you!
Their music, which feels both gritty and a bit old-school yet still grabs you by the heart, is a must-check!
The Chorizo Vibes
The Chorizo Vibes is a four-piece band from Osaka, commonly known as Chori-bai.
When I first heard them, I thought, “They’re such a ridiculously cool band.”
The unique worldview is incredibly addictive.
First of all, the accuracy of the instrument performance is quite high.
Even though they’re all cool tracks, the touch of pop is what makes Choribai’s appeal truly one of a kind.
It might not fit neatly into the “melodic” genre, but there’s no doubt it will be indispensable to the melodic scene going forward!
The Chorizo Vibes Official Website
GIZMO (Gizumo)
A collection of catchy, upbeat tracks that will get your body moving before you know it!
I think this is one of the bands you absolutely should know.
From the moment you hear it, it already feels melodic! I bet lots of people will get hooked on a song like that.
Above all, their defining feature is how fun they are, and they’re the kind of band that absolutely makes you want to go to their live shows.
LEODRAT (Leodrad)
A four-piece melodic punk band from Sakai, Osaka.
Piercing Japanese lyrics paired with a sound you could call classic melodic.
The recording alone is pretty intense, but at the live show your body just starts moving.
A live show that makes you want to throw your fists in the air is irresistible for fans of melodic hardcore and punk, isn’t it?
This is definitely a band that fans of melodic bands should know about.
AIRFLIP (Air Flip)
A four-piece pop-punk band from Osaka.
As a returnee child, vocalist Satoshi has outstanding English pronunciation, and with his high-tone voice, the band is packed with captivating weapons.
One of the highly anticipated bands that performed at FM802 MINAMI WHEEL 2017 and has been working energetically, so you’re sure to see more of them in the future.
I think it’s melodic hardcore that fans of melodic hardcore will love.
This is a band that any For Lim fans absolutely have to listen to!
Down the Rabbit-Hole
Down the Rabbit-Hole, commonly known as Dawurabi.
While centered around melody, the tracks are characterized by incorporating elements from various genres.
Some say the piece/song can't be categorized by genre.
Just when it seemed the live show was all about hype, the latter half wrapped the venue in a different mood—starting with a passionately heartfelt MC that pierced the heart, followed by emotional songs.
Listening will surely draw you into Daurabi’s unique worldview!
Down the Rabbit-Hole Official Website
Day tripper
A melodic hardcore band from Neyagawa, Osaka.
I’m not exactly young, but I want those who don’t know to know.
It's just so cool.
I hope people who like lyrical music will listen to it too.
Their music—practically a frenzy of raw screams—is absolutely worth listening to; you won't regret it!
Danablu (Danish Blue)
A new band formed by Ishizaka Yuu, the drummer of the Osaka band NOA, and Nishiura Shunsuke, the bass vocalist.
Isn't this the long-awaited band for NOA fans?
They’re a band that leans toward melodic punk, but rather than making you go wild, they’re the kind that draws you in and makes you listen.
I think they’re one of the bands whose future activities are highly anticipated.
RIDGE (Rijji)
A three-piece band of three siblings active in Osaka.
Changed the band name from "Donburi Crusher" to RIDGE.
They’re a band that’s cute yet cool!
The songs, bursting with happiness, really make you feel how close the siblings are!
Highly recommended for those who like Dizzy Sunfist.
5exit (Go Exit)
A three-piece band from Osaka.
They have overcome several lineup changes.
Their songs, delivering straightforward, classic melodic vibes, are simple and cool.
The exhilarating melody and the power of the twin vocals are pretty great!
Looking forward to seeing them energize the melodic scene in the future!
Lastly
There are so many high-quality bands in Osaka that it was quite difficult to narrow it down to a top ten.
The music from the melodic hardcore bands coming out of Osaka is all truly awesome.
I’d be very happy if this helped someone discover a new band.