Artists performing at Kyoto’s summer and rock festival “Kyoto Daisakusen 2016”
We’ll put together playlists of the much-anticipated lineup for Kyoto’s summer rock festival, Kyoto Daisakusen 2016!
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The Stage of Genji (1–10)
Golden GraffitiROTTENGRAFFTY
ROTTENGRAFFTY is a five-piece rock band from Kyoto.
Having overcome various hardships and continued without any lineup changes since their formation, their live shows are on a whole different level of intensity.
When it comes to their signature songs, this one surely stands out.
It’s catchy and makes you want to move your body and enjoy the show.
Their performances at the annual Kyoto Daisakusen festival are always incredible.
BIG UPWANIMA
WANIMA is a three-piece band that, alongside MONOEYES, has been storming festivals across Japan.
They made a big splash from the start by debuting on PIZZA OF DEATH, the label led by Hi-Standard’s Ken Yokoyama.
Their trademark is a mix of “wholesome songs” and “sexy songs,” and that contrast might be one of the secrets to their popularity.
This track falls into the “sexy song” category.
Break Throughdustbox
dustbox is a three-piece melodic band formed in 1996.
With songs brimming with speed, aggressive guitar riffs, and catchy melodies, they’re a textbook example of melodic hardcore.
Their live shows power through song after song, keeping the energy high and the crowd fired up without a moment’s rest.
The Stage of Genji (11–20)
Melodic StormStraightener
Alternative rock band Straightener will make their first appearance at Kyoto Daikassen.
They have an image of being a very stylish and cool band.
Their song “Melodic Storm” is one of their signature tracks and is often played at the end of their shows.
We’ll probably get to hear it at this year’s Daikassen, too.
comic bandFour-Star Ball
We are Su-xing-cyu, Japan’s most tear-jerking comic band.
We perform in a quirky style—briefs and happi coats—and while we get laughs with all kinds of gags, our lyrics carry messages that reach the heart and captivate listeners.
You won’t want to take your eyes off us to see how we’ll make you cry and laugh at this year’s Daisakusen.
Flash feat. 10-FEETTokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, a band that represents Japanese ska.
Among their many collaborative tracks with various artists, this song Senko (Flash) is a collaboration with 10-FEET, the organizers of Kyoto Daisakusen.
It’s a track where Skapara’s ska elements and 10-FEET’s fiery energy blend perfectly.
I’m really looking forward to the chance to see a collaboration live.
Water lily flowerShonan no Kaze
Shonan no Kaze, probably the most famous reggae group in Japan, will be performing at Kyoto Daisakusen again this year.
Although they’re a reggae group, they actively appear at rock festivals and have performed at Daisakusen multiple times in the past.
At their live shows, the reggae-style tradition of everyone twirling their towels is sure to feel fresh and fun for rock kids, no doubt about it.