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Artist
ALMONDot
11+ albums
japanesemetalkawaii metal
about
ALMONDot is a Japanese band blending j-pop with metal sounds, active since April 2023. The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Sorai (蒼来), rapper Ensen (苑茜), bassist Chrome (黒梦), and guitarist UI. They describe their music as industrial metal, but ther sound could also fit next to bands playing kawaii metal, idol metal and alt-idol music. The band was founded by vocalist and guitarist Sorai, and Ensen, a rapper and dancer who spent part of her childhood in London, shaping her unique perspective on Japanese culture. This background heavily influences their music and philosophy. Ensen views Japan as a cultural "resort island" and aims to showcase its beauty through her band’s activities. ALMONDot debuted with their single Ikaku - Surprise, mom!, released in mid-2024. The song, inspired by Ensen's personal experiences, humorously portrays her rebellious teenage relationship with her mother. The track is described as groovy and heavy, with sharp guitar riffs reflecting the emotions of confrontation and love. Their live performances include appearances at METAL RESURRECTION 5 on September 8, 2024, where they performed along with Broken By The Scream and DIMRAYS, and a show at Shibuya CLUB CRAWL on October 6, 2024 where they performed with I Love Me (アイラヴミー) and irienchy. In addition to their music, ALMONDot engages in unique collaborations, such as a webcomic series featuring the band members, and a recent crossover with the comedy duo Marry Marry (マリーマリー) with the song P
