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Kessoku Band

Kessoku Band · 2022

54 min · 14 tracks · J-pop · anime song

A vibrant blend of rock-infused J-pop, capturing youthful energy and emotional depth through catchy melodies.

Why this album works

The album quickly gained traction within the anime music community, leading to high placements on various charts in Japan. Its reception highlighted Kessoku Band's influence on the modern J-pop landscape and demonstrated how anime can effectively launch musical careers.
Best for
catchy melodies for daily listening youthful energy and vibrancy short, engaging song lengths
Context
Kessoku Band's self-titled album marks their debut in the music scene, following their introduction as fictional characters in the popular anime series 'Bocchi the Rock!' released earlier in 2022. This project allowed them to tap into the growing popularity of anime music, establishing their sound and identity amidst a rising tide of J-pop acts.
Stylistic neighbors
Sumire Uesaka· Daoko· Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 seisyun complex Standout 3:23
  • 2 hitoribocchi tokyo Standout 3:52
  • 3 Distortion!! 3:23
  • 4 Secret base Standout 3:52
  • 5 Guitar, Loneliness and Blue Planet 3:48
  • 6 I can’t sing a love song 3:08
  • 7 That band 3:33
  • 8 Karakara 4:25
  • 9 The Little Sea 3:43
  • 10 What is wrong with 3:47
  • 11 Never forget 3:43
  • 12 If I could be a constellation 4:18
  • 13 Flashbacker 4:35
  • 14 Rockn’ Roll, Morning Light Falls on You 4:31

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