As the festival season draws near, some of Japan’s most noteworthy acts of recent years are gunning it for the international stage. Expanding their already packed schedules of festival appearances, YOASOBI and HANABIE. are set to make their debut appearances at Lollapalooza 2024 in Chicago this August.
YOASOBI, the chart-topping J-pop phenomenon, continue to generate global buzz with their infectious tunes and larger than life performances. Fresh off their US solo debut announcement earlier this year, including headline shows in Los Angeles and San Francisco, along with upcoming sets at Coachella this April, the duo, comprised of Ayase and Ikura, stand out among Lollapalooza’s predominantly western line-up. A combo of earwormy pop tunes that ooze with style and high-profile anime tie-ins has propelled YOASOBI to international prominence, making them a must-see act for J-pop enthusiasts and beyond.
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YOASOBI
HEART BEAT
Release Date: 26/12/2023
Label: YOASOBI
Listen on: Spotify
Joining them as the only other Japanese talent in the line-up are HANABIE., the Harajuku-core titans renowned for their energetic blend of metalcore, hardcore punk, and J-pop elements. With their genre-defying compositions and commanding stage presence, HANABIE. have been stirring up the global metal scene, achieving recognition and success through viral hits, extensive tours across Europe and the USA, and support slots for industry legends like Limp Bizkit, Slash, and While She Sleeps.
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HANABIE.
OTAKU Lovely Densetsu
Release Date: 19/01/2024
Label: Sony Music Japan
Listen on: Spotify | Apple Music
Lollapalooza festival, scheduled from August 1st to 4th at Chicago’s Grant Park, boasts yet another eclectic lineup featuring renowned headliners such as Tyler, the Creator, SZA, Blink-182, and Hozier, among others. The inclusion of some of Japan’s hallmark acts of recent years, albeit a small sample, underscores the ongoing expansion of the country’s musical influence on the global stage.
Thu 1st – Sun 4th Aug | Lollapalooza 2024, Chicago | Pre-sale starts March 21st