A trio of artists [A resonant ensemble from a group and three-piece band]
Have you ever wondered what kinds of artists perform as trios?
In this article, I’ll highlight three-member artists, focusing on those currently active as well as those who have ended their activities.
There are captivating three-piece bands and specialist groups that have influenced later generations.
We won’t be including singers who started as trios at formation or debut but later changed due to lineup shifts, though if we did, the topic would be incredibly deep.
Let’s dive in together!
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Three-member artists [Group & three-piece band's heart-stirring ensemble] (21–30)
Roller Coaster RideSPARKS GO GO
SPARKS GO GO is a three-piece rock band from Kutchan, Hokkaido, that has drawn attention with a simple yet hard-hitting sound.
They debuted in May 1990 and have continued with an unchanging lineup of real-life brothers Atsuya Tachibana and Tetsuya Tachibana, joined by bassist-vocalist Shinichi Yakumo.
Their live performances radiate overwhelming energy and captivate audiences.
Since 2005, they have hosted their own event, JUNK! JUNK! JUNK!∞, collaborating with a variety of artists.
As part of THE BAND HAS NO NAME with Tamio Okuda and others, they also created an ending theme for a popular anime.
They’re a recommended band for anyone who wants to experience powerful, straightforward rock and the true thrill of live performance.
Summer IllusionOmoinotake
Omoinotake is a three-piece band from Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, taking flight onto the global stage.
With the unique lineup of keyboards, bass, and drums, their sound is strongly influenced by Black music.
They made their major-label debut in November 2021 with the album EVERBLUE on Sony Music Labels.
Their street performance in Shibuya drew over 500 people, and they’ve gained major attention with their songs featured as TV drama themes.
They are close with members of Official HIGE DANDism, and all three were born in 1992, making them a same-year classmates band.
Their appeal lies in clear falsetto vocals and arrangements brimming with an easy, infectious groove, as they continue to pursue a fresh, genre-defying musicality.
They’re a perfect fit not only for R&B fans but also for any music lover seeking something new.
Take Me HigherCro-magnon
cro-magnon is an instrumental trio that unleashes floor-shaking grooves, swirling with the heat of live performance.
Their style freely traverses jazz, funk, and hip-hop, nurtured by members who met in Boston, USA, in 1996.
They launched their current lineup in 2004, and their 2006 album CRO-MAGNON garnered fervent support in the club scene.
Even without major awards, the overwhelming energy of their live improvisations is the real deal.
If you’re looking for a raw, funky, no-excuses sound that makes you want to dance till dawn, this is the band for you.
calm downGORAKU the function
A three-piece rock band from Kagoshima Prefecture, they have been active in Tokyo since forming in 2012.
While rooted in rock, their distinctive sound weaves in diverse elements such as pop, alternative, emo, and progressive.
2017年、彼らは渋谷のclub乙で初の自主企画イベント「LOVE the function」を開催し、同年にミニアルバム『YU-GI addiction』をリリースした。
Kojiro Akaboshi, who handles drums and vocals, delivers a stunning performance that commands rhythm and melody simultaneously, with complex rhythmic structures, irregular time signatures, and meticulous arrangements that never let listeners lose interest.
Their lyrics are also notable for their literary and philosophical qualities.
NanahitsujiShinario Aato
Scenarioart, a three-piece band with male-and-female twin vocals formed in 2009 in Shiga Prefecture, has been drawing attention for its unique sound that fuses rock, electronica, shoegaze, and pop.
They made their major-label debut in 2014 with the mini-album “night walking,” and have steadily built a track record, including providing ending theme songs for the anime The Perfect Insider and BORUTO: NARUTO NEXT GENERATIONS.
Drummer and vocalist Kumiko Hattori’s skillful playing and singing further enhance the richly narrative world of their songs.
Highly recommended for those who enjoy cinematic atmospheres and lyrical soundscapes!
teenagekubi furi Dolls
A three-piece rock band formed in Fukuoka in 2012, they build a distinctive world centered around drummer-vocalist Nao.
Their sound fuses Showa-era kayōkyoku with garage rock and early punk, complemented by horror-tinged makeup and theatrical performances that leave a strong impression.
Their 2013 album “KUBI-FURI NINGYO SYNDROME” sold out its 1,000-copy run, and they made their major-label debut with King Records in 2018.
While they have no official awards to date, they’ve steadily grown their fanbase, selling out more than 100 shows on nationwide tours.
They’re the perfect band for anyone who enjoys idiosyncratic rock sounds and stage-like live performances.
See you againMOL.
Formed in Kyoto, the four-piece band mol-74 has been drawing attention with a delicate sound reminiscent of Nordic post-rock.
They offer songs featuring a translucent falsetto and lyrics that capture everyday emotions, expanding their musical palette from rock to dream pop.
Their self-titled album “mol-74,” which marked their major-label debut in April 2019, showcases the band’s appeal in full.
They later released the album “Kioku no Sumika,” further establishing a world uniquely their own.
They produced the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime BORUTO, and in September 2024 received YouTube Creator Awards’ Silver Play Button.
In November 2023, they embarked on their third tour of China, earning high acclaim overseas as well—Shanghai sold out immediately.
With their delicate sensibilities and melodic songwriting that strikes a chord, mol-74 is a band poised for even greater success.