J-punk

J-Punk is a vibrant and eclectic genre that blends the raw, rebellious spirit of traditional punk rock with distinctively Japanese cultural elements. Characterized by high-energy performances, infectious melodies, and often quirky, playful lyrics, J-Punk ranges from the pop-punk sounds of Shonen Knife to the hardcore intensity of bands like Aburadako and The Comes. The genre showcases a wide spectrum of punk substyles, incorporating everything from the melodic anthems of Husking Bee to the frenetic, garage-influenced sound of Gitogito Hustler and THE REGISTRATORS. Lyrical themes often oscillate between societal commentary, personal expression, and whimsical narratives, making J-Punk a genre as diverse and dynamic as the artists it includes.

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FUTURES IN SILHOUETTE
Album - 11 Tracks - Released July 30, 2025
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BLANKEY JET CITY
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Kyuso Nekokami
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  1. July 30, 2025
  2. July 16
  3. July 2
  4. March 21
  5. December 16, 2024
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  10. March 27
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  13. December 9, 2023
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  25. October 31, 2022
  26. October 26
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  27. October 19
  28. October 7
  29. August 10
  30. May 25
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  33. April 22
  34. April 13
  35. December 22, 2021
  36. November 12
  37. November 10
  38. October 13
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  40. September 4
  1. July 30, 2025
  2. October 9, 2024
  3. March 27
  4. April 26, 2023
  5. March 29
  6. March 29
  7. February 15
  8. October 31, 2022
  9. May 13
  10. April 27
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  11. January 13, 2021
  12. November 4, 2020
  13. August 21
  14. January 29
  15. January 22
  16. September 18, 2019
  17. June 5
  18. May 27
  19. December 5, 2018
  20. October 3
  1. July 16, 2025
  2. July 2
  3. March 21
  4. December 16, 2024
  5. September 9
  6. June 19
  7. April 3
  8. March 25
  9. March 21
  10. December 9, 2023
  11. September 16
  12. September 16
  13. September 8
  14. August 25
  15. April 28
  16. April 12
  17. January 15
  18. October 26, 2022
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  19. October 19
  20. October 7