Performing Artists at the Summer Festival SUMMER SONIC (SummerSoni) 2016
We’re putting together a playlist featuring the exciting lineup for Japan’s premier summer festival, SUMMER SONIC 2016!
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SUMMER SONIC 2016 Performing Artists (21–30)
(I Can’t) Forget About YouR5
R5 is an American pop rock band.
The frontman, Ross Lynch, is a young star who has gained popularity through appearances in dramas and other works.
As you’d expect from pop rock, their songs are breezy, bright, and easy to listen to.
Even those who don’t usually listen to Western music may find them approachable.
SIGN ONRAT BOY
The UK solo artist RAT BOY is a rising star gaining popularity.
With a mix of rock and hip-hop, he’s quickly building a following.
His style of rapping over a band’s performance—and at times over sounds created with a sampler—is seriously cool.
SUMMER SONIC 2016 Performing Artists (31–40)
CreepRadiohead
Radiohead, one of the UK’s quintessential rock bands.
Thirteen years after their 2003 Summer Sonic appearance, Radiohead finally returned to the festival.
Their song “Creep” was performed during their last appearance and the venue erupted in cheers.
Its straightforward lyrics really hit home.
It’s a mostly quiet song, but the raw guitar that crashes in before the chorus and the chorus’s swell give you goosebumps.
Here’s hoping we get that massive sing-along again this year.
Run Or HideRun River North
Run River North is a six-member American rock band.
They’re an indie band active since 2011.
While many people may not know them yet, their appearance at this year’s Summer Sonic seems likely to bring them new fans.
musicSWANKY DANK
SWANKY DANK is a four-piece pop-punk band.
“SWANKY” means cool or stylish, while “DANK” means damp or clammy, evoking the atmosphere of a live house (club).
The name reflects their desire to become a skilled band rooted in the live-house scene.
Their music has a pop, upbeat sound with a Western vibe.
WeakSWV
SWV is an American female R&B trio.
One of their signature songs is Weak.
Released in 1992, it’s a smooth, slow-tempo track that feels like it melts over you.
It’s a song you’ll want to sit back and sink into.
Beautiful OnesSuede
Formed in 1989, Suede went on hiatus in 2003 but resumed activities in 2010, leading to their appearance at this Summer Sonic.
Hailing from the UK, they have an enchanting sound that epitomizes UK rock.
Their previous visit to Japan was in 2003, just before their hiatus; this marks their 13th visit, so be sure to check them out.