Artists performing at the rock festival “VIVA LA ROCK 2016 (Viva La Rock)”

Night on the Galactic RailroadGing Nang Boyz

GOING STEADY Night on the Galactic Railroad

Ging Nang Boyz originally started as a four-piece band, but currently only Kazunobu Mineta, the vocalist and guitarist, is active.

In live shows, they perform either in a band setup with support members or as Mineta’s solo acoustic set.

Speaking of Ging Nang Boyz, their overflowing sense of youthful emotion is irresistibly appealing.

It instantly makes you feel nostalgic and stirs your heart.

FLY HIGH!!BURNOUT SYNDROMES

BURNOUT SYNDROMES “FLY HIGH!!” Music Video TV anime Haikyu!! Second Season Cour 2 Opening Theme

BURNOUT SYNDROMES is a three-piece rock band from Osaka.

Their appeal lies in their literary lyrics, and they seem to be conscious of crafting music that highlights those lyrics.

This song became the theme for the popular anime Haikyu!! and served as the catalyst for their rise in popularity.

FANTASISTADragon Ash

Dragon Ash – FANTASISTA

Dragon Ash is a mixture rock band that has been active since 1996 and marks a milestone of 20 years this year.

Their vocalist/guitarist kj also started solo activities in 2015, which has drawn attention.

This song by a band that’s always at the center of the scene is a surefire anthem—they’ve never left it out of their live set since they created it, and it always gets the crowd going.

My Instant SongMONOEYES

MONOEYES – My Instant Song（Music Video）

MONOEYES is a band led by Takeshi Hosomi, known as the frontman of ELLEGARDEN and the HIATUS.

This year, they’ve been the talk of the town, sweeping festivals across the country.

Their sound feels closer to ELLEGARDEN than to the HIATUS, and many ELLEGARDEN fans are probably eager to catch their live shows.

Place To TryTOTALFAT

TOTALFAT　『Place to Try』（Short ver.）

TOTALFAT is a four-piece melodic punk band.

Their guitar riffs and solos, influenced by metal, blend seamlessly into their melodic hardcore songs, adding vibrant color.

In addition to their catchy tracks, their high level of musicianship is a major draw.

The unison section in this song is truly breathtaking.

Treasure IslandSakanaction

Sakanaction / New Treasure Island -Music Video-

It’s no exaggeration to say that Sakanaction has become one of Japan’s leading bands.

They’ve also handled many theme songs for dramas and films.

This song, Takarajima, was the theme song for the movie “Bakuman.” They’re an artist whose songs, with their unique worldview, are highly captivating.