HANABIE. is a Japanese all-female band from Tokyo, formed in 2015. The band consists of vocalist Yukina, guitarist Matsuri, bassist Hettsu, and drummer Chika. They are known for combining loud and heavy music with contrasting Harajuku aesthetics in a style self-described as "Harajuku-core". Their songs incorporate elements of metalcore, hardcore punk, and nu metal, with a blend of hip hop and electronica.
The band was formed by four high school friends due to their shared admiration of Maximum the Hormone, as a part of their light music club activities. Initially a cover band, they soon transitioned into writing original music, self-producing their first single in 2016. After a period as an independent band, during which they released an album and an EP, they were signed by Epic Records Japan, a subsidiary of Sony Music Japan, in 2023. In the same year, their second album Reborn Superstar! was released, reaching number 24 on Billboard Japan's weekly album charts. The success of the album led to international recognition and appearances at various music festivals outside Japan. Their music has been featured in the DMM TV drama Kenshiro ni Yoroshiku and the Japanese variety show Kannai Devil.
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