Cool Western music bands. Recommended overseas bands that will get you pumped just by listening.
There are foreign bands with irresistibly captivating sounds you can hardly hear in Japan! From powerful, energetic vocals and satisfyingly heavy sound production to dynamic stage performances—there’s no way to sum it all up in a single phrase.
This time, based on reliable feedback from music fans submitted to our site, we researched popular Western bands.
Among them, we carefully selected especially well-regarded rock bands—both classic and contemporary—along with their staple songs.
If that’s your thing, be sure to check it out!
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Cool Western music bands. Recommended overseas bands that get you pumped just by listening (71–80)
Lust For LifeIggy Pop
A figure that shines brilliantly in music history as a pioneer of punk rock.
American-born Iggy Pop has been delivering revolutionary shocks to the music scene since The Stooges—the proto-punk band he formed in 1967.
With unpredictable, extreme performances and a distinctive voice, he captivates audiences and is also known as the originator of stage diving.
His creative partnership with David Bowie produced landmark albums such as The Idiot and Lust for Life, which left an indelible mark on rock history.
He received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020 and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010 as a member of The Stooges.
From garage rock to electronic music, his genre-defying versatility represents the true essence of an artist brimming with rebellious spirit.
Supermassive Black HoleMuse
Muse, the proud British rock band, is a three-piece that spans a diverse range of sounds from alternative and progressive to electronic.
Since their 1999 debut, they have captivated audiences worldwide with Matt Bellamy’s formidable vocals and guitar work, Chris Wolstenholme’s thunderous low end, and Dominic Howard’s powerful drumming.
Boasting an illustrious list of awards—including two Grammys and two Brit Awards—they have sold over 30 million albums to date.
Renowned for their epic soundscapes and cutting-edge stage production, their live shows are breathtaking spectacles that harness the latest technology.
A must-listen for rock fans seeking innovative sound and electrifying performance.
The Best (feat. Alice Merton)AWOLNATION
AWOLNATION, the American rock band.
They’re the kind of band where it’s faster to just hit play than to try to explain—once you listen, you’re instantly pulled into their world.
Every song is a gem, but their track “The Best” is packed with everything that makes them great: rock-solid ideas and a razor-sharp arrangement that absolutely soars.
It’s the kind of song that makes you feel glad to love rock bands.
Surrender yourself to their thunderous low end!
PoisonAlice Cooper
Alice Cooper, the American rock musician known as the “Godfather of Shock Rock.” In the 1970s, he was a pioneering figure in hard rock and heavy metal, captivating audiences with shocking onstage performances that used electric chairs, guillotines, and more.
He broke through with the 1970 single “I’m Eighteen,” and achieved commercial success with the 1973 album “Billion Dollar Babies.” His contributions have been highly acclaimed in the music world, including his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2011.
If you’re looking to savor a thrilling rush with horror movie–style shows and a heavy sound, he’s a perfect fit.
Election DayArcadia
Peaked at No.
6 in the U.S.
in 1985.
Rather than a band, it was more of a unit formed by Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, and Roger Taylor of Duran Duran.
It strongly felt like it was created to “counter?” the fact that John and Andy had formed The Power Station and gone their separate way first.
Because Simon Le Bon was the vocalist, I didn’t feel much difference from Duran Duran.
If anything, the sound was like subtracting the rock elements from Duran Duran.
Even so, it was, as expected, really cool.
ArabellaArctic Monkeys
Arctic Monkeys are an indie rock band from Sheffield, UK.
Formed in 2002, they released their debut album, “Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not,” in 2006, breaking the record for the fastest-selling debut album in UK history.
They have since released seven albums, including “AM,” and have won numerous awards such as the Brit Awards and NME Awards.
They are known as one of the first bands to gain prominence through the internet.
Centered on indie rock, their distinctive sound draws influences from various genres like R&B and hip-hop.
Their powerful, energetic tracks are guaranteed to boost your mood—highly recommended for fans of Western music.
Only Time Will TellASIA
It reached No.
17 on the US charts in 1982.
This was a supergroup formed by John Wetton (ex–King Crimson), Steve Howe (ex–Yes), Carl Palmer (ex–EL&P), and Geoff Downes (keyboards/ex–Yes).
This song is the second single from their second album, Alpha.
With progressive rock stars joining forces, people wondered what kind of music they would make, and they drew a lot of attention—but it turned out to be surprisingly conventional.
Their first Japan tour was even slated to be broadcast on TV, and just as expectations were high, John Wetton quit at the last minute! Greg Lake stepped in as his replacement.
They certainly kept everyone talking.