Cool Western music bands. Recommended overseas bands that will get you pumped just by listening.

MörderFreygang

Freygang – Mörder

An East German blues rock band.

They continued underground activities in East Germany during the Communist era, and there’s a story that their vocalist, André Pogor, was arrested for antisocial behavior, which delayed their debut by several years.

Their gritty, hard-hitting rock is really cool.

To Hell With PovertyGang Of Four

Gang Of Four – To Hell With Poverty (Official Live | 1980)

Gang of Four is the band that revolutionized the UK post-punk scene.

Formed in Leeds in 1976, they drew attention with a distinctive sound shaped by social critique and punk influences.

In 1978, they released their debut single Damaged Goods, which hit No.

1 on the indie chart.

They later signed with EMI and gained popularity for a sound that fused danceable rock with funk.

In 1981, they released their second album, Solid Gold.

Known as a seminal post-punk band for their politically charged lyrics and distinctive guitar work, they’re highly recommended for those interested in social issues or anyone who wants to change the world through music!

Destroy the illusionsPack

Smashing a 34,000 Brick Statue

One of Germany’s earliest and greatest punk bands.

Hailing from Munich, it’s said that all members were over 30 at the time of their debut.

Though recorded in a coal warehouse, their raw, impulsive, and aggressive performance delivers all the power you’d expect from punk.

Wild FlowerThe Cult

The Cult – Wild Flower HD

Formerly known as Death Cult and recognized as an alternative punk band, they renamed themselves The Cult and, under the masterful production of Rick Rubin, rebirthed themselves with a triumphant masterpiece.

This is a classic album of solid, stripped-down, straight-ahead rock ’n’ roll—lean, powerful, and incredibly cool!

Train Kept a Rollin’The Yardbirds

The Yardbirds Train Kept a Rollin’ 1968 720p HD

The Yardbirds are a legendary rock band formed in London in 1963.

They’re known for their distinctive sound that fuses blues, rock, and psychedelia.

They produced hit songs such as “For Your Love” and “Heart Full of Soul,” and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.

They’re also famous for launching the careers of guitarists who later became rock legends—Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page.

In 1966, during a U.

S.

tour, there was the unexpected incident of Jeff Beck suddenly leaving the band.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants powerful, energetic performances.

No Sleep Till BrooklynBeastie Boys

Beastie Boys – No Sleep Till Brooklyn (Official Music Video)

A legendary unit that evolved from a punk band and became a pioneer of white hip-hop.

Rather than a funk-leaning rap style, their “rap rock,” characterized by punkish beats and a hard rock vibe, exerted an enormous influence across a wide range of genres.

Coming Down To BeijingBrain Failure

Brain Failure ft Dicky Barrett – Coming Down To Beijing

A Chinese punk band formed in Beijing in 1997.

Their leader and vocalist, Xiaolong, is a charismatic punk hero.

Their talent is highly regarded in Europe, the U.

S.

, and Japan, and they frequently collaborate with overseas musicians, performing actively on a worldwide scale.