A song by a rock band bursting with exhilarating energy and a sense of speed that you want to listen to in the summer.
Every summer, countless music festivals are held all over the country, and I imagine many rock band fans feel that summer is the season of music.
In fact, many Japanese rock songs are themed around summer, so you could say rock and summer are inseparable! In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of Japanese rock tracks that are perfect for the summer, all in one go.
From fiery, hype-inducing tunes to refreshingly exhilarating tracks, we’ve picked songs to match whatever situation you want to listen in—so find the perfect track for your mood.
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Songs full of exhilarating freshness and a sense of speed by rock bands you want to listen to in summer (141–150)
In The ZooSuchmos
The philosophical lyrics really make you think.
It’s a song by the six-piece band Suchmos, known for tracks like “STAY TUNE” and “VOLT-AGE.” It’s included on their third album, THE ANYMAL, released in 2019.
The ambient sound seems to seep deep into your chest.
It’s perfect for those times when you want to enjoy a midsummer night slowly and quietly.
Good Night StationYogee New Waves
It’s a stylish song with a touch of retro vibe.
It’s by the four-piece band Yogee New Waves and is included on their third album, BLUEHARLEM, released in 2019.
The soft soundscape has a calming effect.
It’s perfect as background music for those cool summer nights when you want to spend time at a relaxed pace.
kamikazedps
It’s a sound that’s perfect for outdoor summer festivals! A mid-tempo track that kicks off with a heavy riff featuring dry, distorted tones.
The guitar solo focuses on technical playing, intertwined with a weighty drum sound and a thick, powerful bass.
The melody isn’t shouted, but sung cleanly and beautifully.
STORYnever young beach
It’s a sound that makes you feel as if you’re relaxing on a southern island beach.
It’s a track by the Tokyo-based four-piece band never young beach.
It’s included on the album “STORY,” released in 2019, which shares the same title as the song.
It reminds you of the importance of living true to yourself.
It might be nice to play it as background music while driving on a sunny summer day.
equalsumika
That crisp, cutting guitar tone feels great! This is a track by sumika, a four-piece rock band from Kanagawa Prefecture.
It was released in 2019 as a double A-side single, “Equal / Traveling.” The lyrics convey a straightforward message: be honest with your feelings.
It served as the opening theme for MIX, a baseball anime set 30 years after Touch.
Lucky PoolJUDY AND MARY
JUDY AND MARY, the rock band that disbanded in 2001 to much regret, left a lasting impact.
Their vocalist YUKI has continued to thrive as a solo artist and enjoys a charismatic following.
Lucky Pool, released in 2001 just before the band split, is a perfect summer track with its bursting pop rhythm.
The chorus, where YUKI’s high notes ring out so pleasantly, is sure to lift your spirits before you know it.
The band has plenty of other upbeat songs that suit the summer vibe as well, so why not give those a listen too?
MATSURI BAYASHIKEYTALK
KEYTALK is a four-piece rock band whose name comes from the concept of creating music that feels like a conversation through scales.
Their major 8th single, “MATSURI BAYASHI,” the second release in two consecutive months, is memorable for its funky ensemble featuring crisp guitar cutting and slap bass.
The pop melody riding over the driving beat is sure to energize summer events like festivals.
It’s an upbeat tune perfect for the hot season, and we hope you’ll also pay attention to each member’s performance skills showcased in the instrumental break.
