Mississippi Khaki Hair

**Mississippi Khaki Hair** is an Osaka-born indie rock band known for their moody, post-punk-inspired sound and raw stage presence. Formed in 2016 after the dissolution of shoegaze act Whisper Voice Riot, the group gained attention with a rapid rise, including a 2017 performance at SONICMANIA. Led by vocalist/guitarist Taito Kimura, their music blends darkwave atmosphere with high-energy rock, drawing comparisons to bands like Editors. They released their debut album *From Nightfall till Dawn* in 2020, followed by EPs like *Seven* and *Tokyo*, showcasing a mix of brooding lyrics and distortion-heavy instrumentation rooted in early-2000s indie aesthetics.

While originally based in Osaka, the band later relocated to Tokyo, honing a reputation for intense live performances that channel chaotic, skate-punk energy. Their work often features striking visual art, including Kimura’s hand-painted guitar cases and album artwork, adding to their DIY-centric ethos. Recent tracks like *Moonshadow* and *Seven* continue their embrace of reverb-drenched guitars and anthemic darkness.

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