Mirai no Kakera cover

Released 23 years ago this August

Mirai no Kakera

Asian Kung-Fu Generation · 2003

13 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · punk

A vibrant fusion of melodic punk and alternative rock, infused with introspective lyrics and urgent energy.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified their presence in the J-rock scene after their debut.
Themes
hope for change· Japanese rock scene
Career context
Released in 2003, 'Mirai no Kakera' was Asian Kung-Fu Generation's second album, coming off the success of their debut 'Kimi Tsunagi Five M.' This album solidified their presence in the Japanese rock scene, showcasing their growing maturity in songwriting and musicality.
Stylistic neighbors
The Pillows· Bump of Chicken· Radwimps
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Sol-fa — Continues the vibrant energy and melodic punk sound with deeper themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Happy Bivouac by The Pillows — Shares a similar melodic punk energy with introspective themes of youth and change.
Jupiter by Bump of Chicken — Combines alternative rock melodies with hopeful lyrics, reflecting on personal and societal change.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 未来の破片 4:49
  • 2 エントランス 3:57
  • 3 その訳を 4:37

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