Rock · JP · Active since 2013

King Gnu

Gritty, maximalist J-rock that pairs soaring falsetto with megaphone-distorted grit. High-energy anthems for urban nights and cinematic moments.

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Formed in 2013, King Gnu is a Japanese band signed to Ariola Japan. The group blends rock, J-pop, and alternative rock styles. Its lineup features vocalists Daiki Tsuneta and Satoru Iguchi, bassist Kazuki Arai, and drummer Yu Seki. Tsuneta serves as the primary songwriter for the ensemble while also contributing to the creative collective Millennium Parade. The band remains a prominent fixture within the contemporary Japanese music scene.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 2015 · 2023
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