Recommended Japanese bands for teenage boys

Sus4Silent Siren

SILENT SIREN「Sus4」 MUSIC VIDEO

SILENT SIREN, a four-member girls’ band originating from fashion-reader models, enjoys overwhelming popularity among junior and senior high school girls, especially around Harajuku.

They made their major debut in November 2012 with the single “Sweet Pop!” In 2015, they headlined a solo concert at the Budokan in the shortest time in girls’ band history, and have since held shows at Yokohama Arena as well as world tours across Asia and the United States.

While radiating a glittering aura, they’ve also evolved technically and now offer a diverse range of songs.

Each member’s individuality stands out: Aina Yamauchi is also an author of picture books; Sumire Yoshida writes lyrics; and Yukako Kurosaka is active as a DJ—showcasing talents that go beyond the band’s framework.

They’re a perfect band for teenage boys who are just starting to get into music.

STAY TUNESuchmos

Suchmos – STAY TUNE [Official Music Video]

I think many of you have heard it in a Honda commercial.

Suchmos is apparently a band from Kanagawa Prefecture.

This song, in which these Kanagawa natives sing about Tokyo nights, is my weekend theme song.

I think even teenagers will get really hyped when they listen to it.

Your favorite songUVERworld

UVERworld 'The Song You Like'

Their sixth single, “Kimi no Suki na Uta.” Although it was released in 2006 and is quite an old song, I think it’s a superb ballad.

No matter what generation listens to it, the heartrending melody and lyrics that make your chest ache are something I hope will continue to be sung for years to come.

Let’s give it a tryWANIMA

au Santaro TV commercial: “Let’s Try It” edition (60 seconds + making-of footage)

When I heard it in the commercial and wondered, “What song is this again?” I looked it up and found out it was the children’s song Picnic.

Only WANIMA could arrange a nursery rhyme into something this rock and fun.

Listening to their songs, where they make every track sound lively, gives me the strength to get through everyday life with all its ups and downs.

migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

I got to know [Alexandros] through “Wataridori.” It was used in a TV commercial, right? I was really drawn to the upbeat tempo and the vocalist’s high notes.

The lyrics also feel very meaningful, so I hope you’ll give it a listen.

Happy Endingback number

back number – “Happy End” Music Video

It became a hit after gaining recognition through the commercial, didn’t it? The melody is catchy, yet the lyrics are endlessly clingy and melodramatic.

Somehow, listening to it brings tears to your eyes.

I heard this song was written for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.”

From Me to Youflumpool

flumpool “Kimi ni Todoke” Music Video

This is a band currently on hiatus because their vocalist, Mr.

Yamamura—known for his beautiful singing voice—has developed a vocal disorder.

We pray that Mr.

Yamamura, who flawlessly performs everything from refreshing tunes to rock, makes a swift recovery.