Recommended Japanese bands for teenage boys

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Spitz / Kaede

I think Spitz might seem like an old guys’ band to people in their teens, but they’re a band I really want you to listen to at least once.

“Kaede” was used in a TV commercial, so I’m sure you’ve heard it before.

What’s amazing about Spitz is that no matter how old the song is, it doesn’t feel dated.

Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku

Fujifabric – Akane-Colored Sunset

This is also a pretty old song—released in 2005.

The sheer emotion overflowing from the track is incredible.

It’s one of the top three bands I want people to listen to in the summer! Masaki Suda has covered this song as well, so it’s truly a masterpiece I want younger listeners to hear.

Odoru-LoopFurederikku

Frederic “Oddloop” Music Video | Frederic “oddloop”

Handsome, catchy, and with a mysterious worldview.

Once you listen, you’ll want to hear it again.

Even those who feel put off at first end up getting hooked before they know it—this band is addictive.

For starters, check out “Odoru-p” (“Odorupu”); its music video is addictive too.

ICHIDAIJIPorukadotto Sutingurei

Polkadot Stingray “ICHIDAIJI” Music Video

This is a band I recommend for fans of Tokyo Jihen.

The vocalist’s singing style feels somewhat similar! Their songs are really cool, so I’m excited to see what they do next.

Their second album was released in May 2018!

long good-byeRyukku to soine gohan

Backpack and bedtime rice / long good-bye [Music Video]

Ryuku to Soiné Gohan is a four-piece rock band based in Tokyo.

United since their high school days, they made their major-label debut in December 2020 with their first full-length album, “neo neo,” on Speedstar Records.

Their songs revolve around themes of everyday life and the sparkle of youth, and they’ve released multiple tie-in tracks.

Aiming to be a band that truly shines outdoors, they place great importance on channeling their daily lives and playful studio antics into music.

Their albums “Seishun Nikki,” “neo neo,” and “Shiki” include many heartwarming songs and have charted on Oricon.

Alongside a transparent, airy sound, you can sense a fondness for the Showa era and a pop-leaning sensibility.

For teenage guys and anyone who wants to sprint full-throttle through their youth, this band is a perfect fit.

Dear you, somedayKankaku Pierrot

Kankaku Piero “Dear You, Someday” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO (Theme song for the drama ‘We’re Millennials. Got a Problem?’)

It was the theme song for the drama “Yutori Desu ga Nani ka,” wasn’t it? It’s a song I’d love to have a boy sing.

Just when you think they’re messing around, there are times when they sing something serious, too.

When they get serious, their true talent really shows, and it’s wonderful.

The vocalist’s powerful, energetic voice is definitely something I can wholeheartedly recommend.

SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

Solanin

If you don’t know ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s “Rewrite,” please give it a listen.

It’s an old song, but it’s a rock number that doesn’t feel dated.

And this song “Soranin” is the theme song for the movie of the same name.

The lyrics were written by the creator of the manga Soranin and Goodnight Punpun.

For now, just listen to these two tracks!