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The Sound of Japanese Melodic Punk

"The Sound of Japanese Melodic Punk" brings together a diverse mix of tracks that show just how energetic and focused the genre has become in Japan. With bands like GOOD4NOTHING, HOTSQUALL, and dustbox leading the way, the playlist blends fast-paced rhythms, raw guitar work, and melodic hooks that stay lodged in your head. From the adrenaline of "Riot" and "MAGIC NUMBER" to more introspective moments like "To myself in the future..." by Jr.monster, the selection covers a lot of ground while staying true to the spirit of melodic punk.

There's a healthy mix of established names and lesser-known bands here, giving a nice overview of the scene’s depth. Fans of skate-punk, pop-punk, and melodic hardcore will catch familiar tones across tracks like "Start" by locofrank, "GOING SKIP" by THE SKIPPERS, or "WILL BE ALL RIGHT" by Smash up. Whether it’s the lyrical optimism of LEXT and NUBO or the harder edges from acts like FUCK YOU HEROES and Meaning, the playlist keeps a steady momentum from start to finish. A solid listen for anyone into fast, catchy, and emotionally-charged punk straight out of Japan.

GUMX 2 tracks
RIDDLE 2 tracks
Smash up 2 tracks
TOO CLOSE TO SEE 2 tracks
PINKLOOP 2 tracks
FUCK YOU HEROES 2 tracks
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