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Band songs that get the crowd going by genre

There are so many genres of music performed in a band format! Of course, there’s rock and jazz, and plenty of music that has branched out from them as well.

In this article, we’ll introduce popular songs performed by bands, organized by genre.

It might be a chance to discover music that shares various roots and has influenced one another along the way.

Recommended classic songs by Japanese rock bands (11–20)

Heart Rainindigo la End

A heart-stirring ballad that quietly observes a bittersweet parting in love.

Its melody delicately captures subtle emotions, while the graceful sound of acoustic guitar and electric piano resonates deep within.

Released by indigo la End in February 2016, the song was featured as the TV commercial theme for the smartphone game ‘Shoumetsu Toshi’ and is also included on their second major-label album, ‘Aiiro Music.’ Told from the perspective of a woman reflecting on the end of a relationship, the lyrics leave a strong impression as they carefully express emotional shifts through the metaphor of rain.

It’s a song that stays close to your heart when you want to quietly accept the pain of heartbreak and move forward.

Something like “happy”Sabasusutā

Sabasister – “Happy Nante” Music Video
Something like “happy”Sabasusutā

This is a Sabasister track that delivers a heartwarming message—reexamining the happiness hidden in everyday life—set to a refreshing melody.

The lyrics capture the small joys scattered throughout ordinary days from a fresh perspective, sure to resonate with many listeners.

Produced as the tie-in song for the new au Santaro series commercial “Minna de Hapiro!” that began airing in January 2025, it’s a hopeful piece perfectly suited to the start of the new year.

Following their major-label debut with the album “Kakugo o Kimero!” the band’s prowess shines even brighter in this release.

It’s a recommended song for moments when you want to pause amid a calm daily routine and simply feel happy.

Shangri-LaChatto Monchī

Chatmonchy “Shangri-La” Music Video
Shangri-LaChatto Monchī

An emotionally moving song that delicately portrays complex feelings toward a lover and wavering self-esteem.

It uses a title meaning “utopia” as the lover’s name, carefully weaving the desire to keep loving while embracing the other’s vulnerabilities.

Its irregular 5/4 time signature creates a distinctive tension that expresses emotional fluctuation.

Released in November 2006 as Chatmonchy’s third single, the track is also included on the album Seimeiryoku.

It was chosen as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime Hataraki Man and reached No.

6 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

This is a song I’d recommend as a source of comfort for those who have experienced painful love or are searching for their true selves.

SAWAA=

AA= – SAW (Official Music Video)
SAWAA=

It captivates with a grand soundscape woven from electric textures and beautiful melodies.

Created by AA= to mark their 10th anniversary in 2018 and infused with their journey and determination to keep moving forward, this work fuses loud rock and industrial into a piece that is both raw and refined.

In the music video directed by filmmaker Shuichi Banba, Kokoro Shinozaki’s performance and the rapidly unfolding, high-velocity visual aesthetic brilliantly capture the song’s worldview.

It’s a track I strongly recommend to anyone who wants to experience the resolve of an artist who never stops challenging limits and the shape-shifting experimental spirit of their sound.

That’s The Way We UniteBACK DROP BOMB

BACK DROP BOMB「THAT’S THE WAY WE UNITE」
That's The Way We UniteBACK DROP BOMB

An imaginative track where reggae rhythms intertwine with an intense sound that fuses hip-hop and hardcore.

Over powerful guitar riffs and explosive drum beats, rap and melodic vocals intersect, gripping the listener.

With strong themes of unity and moving forward, it overflows with positive energy.

Included on the album “Micromaximum,” this piece was originally released in 1999.

In March 2025, it was also produced as a 7-inch analog single to commemorate the band’s 30th anniversary, earning high acclaim as one of BACK DROP BOMB’s signature songs.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to free their heart through the power of music or is seeking encounters with new sounds that transcend genre boundaries.

PARADISEFINAL FRASH

FINAL FRASH 『PARADISE』 (Official Music Video)
PARADISEFINAL FRASH

FINAL FRASH released a captivating track in December 2016, woven from electronic sounds and pop melodies.

Composed by member RIE, its addictive songwriting blends seamlessly with DOTAMA’s unique rap, expressing escapism and a longing for utopia.

The song was featured as the ending theme for AbemaTV’s news program AbemaPrime in March 2017, as well as the April ending theme for TV Saitama’s HOT WAVE, winning over a wide audience.

It’s a perfect pick for active moments like drives and parties, and is also recommended for listeners seeking fresh musical discoveries.

Recommended masterpiece songs of Japanese rock bands (21–30)

after songINNOSENT in FORMAL

INNOSENT in FORMAL “after song” Music Video | TV Anime “Ikebukuro West Gate Park” Ending Theme Song
after songINNOSENT in FORMAL

A heartwarming mixture tune that gently paints the scenes on the way home after a live show, carried by a groovy rhythm.

INNOSENT in FORMAL’s signature soft melodies blend beautifully with striking rap, vividly expressing bonds with friends and memories.

Featured on the December 2020 album “INNOSENT 2 ~How to spend the night~,” this standout track was also selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Ikebukuro West Gate Park.

With wistful melodies intertwining with a powerful beat, it’s a song that sinks deep into the heart when you experience farewells with loved ones or encounters with something new.