Recommendation of Western Rock: Recommended Foreign Rock Bands, Popular Bands
You still hear people say things like, “I listen to Japanese rock bands, but I’m not so good with Western music,” even today, when it’s easier than ever to listen online to music from any era and anywhere in the world from the comfort of your home.
There are many reasons for this, but it seems some people feel a hurdle simply because the lyrics aren’t in Japanese.
So this time, we’ll introduce recommended Western rock bands for those who are thinking of getting into Western rock.
From legendary big names to bands lighting up the 2020s, we’ve picked a diverse lineup to enjoy!
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Recommendation of Western Rock: Recommended Western Bands, Popular Bands (71–80)
More Than WordsExtreme
Extreme, formed in Massachusetts, USA, in 1985, are known for their unique sound rooted in heavy metal and hard rock, while incorporating elements of funk and glam metal.
Their 1990 album “Extreme II: Pornograffitti” was a major hit, and a ballad from the album reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The musical blend of Gary Cherone’s vocals and Nuno Bettencourt’s guitar work shows influences from Queen and Aerosmith, characterized by joyful, groovy tracks.
Their appearance at the 1992 Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert won them even more fans.
Highly recommended if you want to experience classic, straight-ahead rock!
West CoastFIDLAR
Do you know what punk rock is? You might think, “Isn’t that old music?” but punk bands still exist, and their brilliance continues to shine untarnished.
The four-piece California-based band FIDLAR is a top-tier punk band that hurls that kind of youthful radiance straight at you.
Their name comes from “Fuck It Dawg, Life Is a Risk,” shortened to FIDLAR.
They make you feel that guys can stay foolish forever—and that there’s something cool about that.
SkylineFKJ
Fkj is a French band created by a Paris-based creator of New Zealand descent, known for mellow sounds and sophisticated compositions.
Their charming, elegantly chill vibe really stands out, and the beats have a distinctive feel.
It all comes across as very stylish—in a good way, distinctly French.
The soft, gentle tone of their music is especially memorable.
Talk You Out Of ItFlorida Georgia Line
Florida Georgia Line is a high-profile country band that has won numerous awards, including top honors at the Billboard Music Awards.
After graduating from college, the two members reportedly worked day and night for their music.
Their style is solid, straight-ahead country, marked by slightly husky vocals, and they’ve been racking up award after award.
They’re a band you just can’t take your eyes off!
The PretenderFoo Fighters
Nirvana, whose history came to an end with the death of Kurt Cobain, a frontman with an overwhelming magnetic presence.
While every fan was steeped in grief, one person rose to his feet.
Dave Grohl, who had played drums in Nirvana, took the helm and launched Foo Fighters, with himself as the frontman handling vocals and guitar.
Their sound shifted dramatically from Nirvana’s grunge days, featuring many bright and catchy songs, and as a result they became a global band supported by a wide range of listeners.
StyleFoster The People
Foster the People is an indie pop band formed in Los Angeles in 2009.
Their 2010 release “Pumped Up Kicks” became a hot topic for its strong message: despite its catchy, poppy sound, the lyrics are dark, seemingly depicting the struggles faced by today’s teenagers.
In their track “Style,” the fuzz is cranked up to the max, but that too can be seen as a hallmark of American indie pop.
The vocalist Mark Foster is also a jingle composer, so crafting melodies that stick in your head seems to be second nature to him!
MagazineHajk
It leaves a great impression with that unique atmosphere you can only get from Scandinavian bands.
And this band, “Hajk.” I wasn’t sure how to pronounce it, but it seems many people say “Haiku.” A laid-back rhythm and pleasing harmonies.
Yet you can sense a funkiness in places, and suddenly an experimental guitar phrase appears.
Still, all of it ties directly into the song’s quality, and there’s nothing else to call it but outstanding.