Performing artists at the metropolitan rock festival “METROPOLITAN ROCK FESTIVAL (Metrock) 2016”

We’re putting together a playlist to showcase the exciting lineup for the big-city rock fest, METROPOLITAN ROCK FESTIVAL (METROCK)!

Playlist

METROPOLITAN ROCK FESTIVAL 2016 Performing Artists
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	lovefilm		Former member(s) of The telephones started lovefilm, a buzzworthy band whose music can only be heard live.
2	Now here, No where04 Limited Sazabys		Summary (20 chars): 04 Limited Sazabys captivates with catchy songs, unique lyrics, and high-level musicianship.
3	Supernova9mm Parabellum Bullet		9mm Parabellum Bullet is a rock band known for its distinctive songs, high level of musicianship, and intense performances.
4	Smile at the sunAnly		Anly, a singer-songwriter from Okinawa, is a 19-year-old newcomer who has gained attention for her TV drama theme songs.
5	More lightBLUE ENCOUNT		Summary (20 characters): BLUE ENCOUNT’s emotive guitar solos are captivating and make you want to cover their songs.
6	MonolithCROSSFAITH		Summary: Crossfaith is a five-piece metalcore band from Osaka. Known for death growls and intense songs, they enjoy high popularity overseas.
7	Praise me.GLIM SPANKY		Summary: GLIM SPANKY is a rock band with a powerful female vocalist. Their live shows are a must-see. (20 characters)
8	silhouetteKANA-BOON		Summary (20 chars): KANA-BOON’s catchy songs shine; “Silhouette” is a Naruto theme.
9	MONSTER DANCEKEYTALK		An upbeat KEYTALK track. A danceable rock song with a mid-song change in development.
10	JETKNOCK OUT MONKEY		KNOCK OUT MONKEY is a straight-up, cool rock band. “JET” is an exhilarating track.
11	ShibuyaKMOROHA		DAOKO is a rapper born in 1997 who broke out on Nico Nico Douga and is an artist to watch.
12	HEADHUNTOKAMOTO’S		A four-piece rock band formed by junior high school classmates. Their songwriting sensibility and musicianship are captivating.
13	This WorldROTTENGRAFFTY		Summary (20 characters): Kyoto five-piece band ROTTENGRAFFTY has kept the same lineup for 17 years and is known for their intense live shows.
14	You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO		Summary (20 characters): SHISHAMO is a three-piece girls' rock band from Kanagawa. Their relatable lyrics are gaining support from people of the same generation.
15	Summertime LoveShiggy Jr.		Shiggy Jr. is a four-piece pop and catchy band that made their major debut in 2015 with “Summertime Love.”
16	STAY TUNESuchmos		Summary (20 characters): Suchmos is a six-member rock band from Kanagawa. Their stylish songs influenced by Black music are captivating, and their festival appearances are on the rise.
17	HOT DOGTHE BAWDIES		Summary (20 characters): Experience THE BAWDIES’ music that brings the charm of ’60s garage rock to today.
18	Simple thingTHE ORAL CIGARETTES		THE ORAL CIGARETTES keep causing upsets with their addictive rock.
19	revengeWANIMA		WANIMA has gained popularity with their melodic hardcore sound and straightforward lyrics, and their onstage banter (MC) is also appealing.
20	Kick&Spin[Alexandros]		"Kick & Spin" by [Alexandros] is a cool, upbeat track showcasing high-level musicianship.
21	In love with Shizukuindigo la End		Enon Kawatani’s indigo la End is straightforward Japanese rock. A great mid-tempo ballad.
22	TokyoMushroom Empire		Kinoko Teikoku’s “Tokyo” is an emotionally immersive song, and I’m looking forward to hearing it performed live.
23	Remmber mekururi		Summary (20 characters): A Kyoto-born three-piece band, Quruli. A band celebrating its 20th anniversary, known for warm and gentle songs.
24	From Shin-Kiba, the Galaxy RailwayLiar		Usotsuki is a four-piece band active since 2011. Their style is refreshing, classic guitar rock.
25	phantom vibrationKyuso Nekokami		A band whose catchy songs and fun live performances make them especially appealing.
26	I kept staring only at the sky.Good Morning America		Summary (20 characters): While Tanashin of Good Morning America has a flashy persona, their songs are catchy and the lyrics are appealing.
27	Why not punish both sides?Girl of Extreme Vulgarity		Gesu no Kiwami Otome. was formed in 2012, made their major debut two years later, and has been gaining support from young people.
28	MusicSakanaction		Sakanaction has gained popularity for their unique worldview, poetic lyrics, and beautiful live performances.
29	No way, no way, no way.Dramatic Alaska		The dramatic, fast-paced guitar rock of Dramatic Alaska is captivating, and it’s sure to ignite the crowd live.
30	S.SPassee pied		PASSEPIED is a four-member band active since 2009, known for their pop songs and distinctive vocals.
31	OwarasenaitoFrederick		Frederic is a highly addictive rock band with a unique sound and worldbuilding.
32	WHERE?The Dance for Real at Night		Night Tempo Dance is a four-piece rock band from Kyoto known for their danceable songs.
33	Even if you went and became somebody’s damn girlfriendGenius Band		The Genius Band with Keiyoro Kimyo on vocals and guitar. A song that sings of straightforward, pure love.
34	Week EndGen Hoshino		Gen Hoshino’s “Week End” has a stylish intro and is characterized by its high notes in the chorus.
35	DOWN BEAT STOMPTokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra		I’d like to introduce Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra’s bright, upbeat track “DOWN BEAT STOMP.”
36	RaWednesday Campanella		Wednesday Campanella is a popular artist known for rapid-fire raps and addictive lyrics.
37	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Yu Takahashi		The appeal of Yu Takahashi lies in his gentle lyrics that carry warm messages, such as the importance of a smile.
38	Wherever you areONE OK ROCK		The appeal lies in ONE OK ROCK vocalist Taka’s singing—fully savored in “Wherever you are.”
39	Science of CatchinessAlcala		Summary (20 characters): Kobe rock band Arukara charms with humor and addictive songs.
40	TOO YAOUNG TO DIEHell Painting (Hells)		The band Jigoku-zu from the film “TOO YOUNG TO DIE!” will perform at METROCK. The members are four people, including Tomoya Nagase.