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Straightener

alternative rock

Japan Est. 1998

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Sound in a sentence: "Layered guitar riffs intertwine with driving rhythms to create a texture that pulses with both urgency and introspective depth."
Straightener matters because they carve out a distinctive space in the alternative rock landscape, resonating deeply with a generation that craves authenticity and connection. Their music captures a sense of urgency and introspection, often serving as a sonic backdrop for personal reflection while simultaneously uniting listeners through shared experiences.
Straightener matters because they carve out a distinctive space in the alternative rock landscape, resonating deeply with a generation that craves authenticity and connection. Their music captures a sense of urgency and introspection, often serving as a sonic backdrop for personal reflection while simultaneously uniting listeners through shared experiences. As a band, they create a communal atmosphere that invites audiences to engage more actively, transforming typical concert experiences into collective journeys. Their approach to songwriting often leans into a raw and visceral style, combining intricate guitar work with tightly held rhythms that evoke tension and release. This meticulous crafting creates an engaging soundscape where each note and lyric feels intentional, drawing listeners into their world. The band's ability to maintain a balance between energetic instrumentation and thoughtful musical dynamics is essential to their identity. Lyrically, Straightener frequently explores themes of struggle, growth, and the complexities of relationships. Their storytelling straddles the line between earnest sincerity and reflective irony, allowing for moments of profound connection alongside an evocative sense of ambiguity. This duality enriches their work, inviting listeners to find personal meaning within the narratives presented.

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Discography

40 releases • 19 studio • 2003–2020
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Singles ()

Graffiti

Graffiti

2020

Spiral

Spiral

2019

Braver

Braver

2018

Boy Friend

Boy Friend

2018

Akari

Akari

2017

The Place Has No Name

The Place Has No Name

2015

Super Magical Illusion

Super Magical Illusion

2014

From Noon Till Dawn

From Noon Till Dawn

2012

Vandalism/Silly Parade

Vandalism/Silly Parade

2011

Man-like Creatures

Man-like Creatures

2010

Clone/Donkey Boogie Dodo

Clone/Donkey Boogie Dodo

2009

Lightning

Lightning

2009

Little Miss Weekend

Little Miss Weekend

2008

Train

Train

2007

Six Day Wonder

Six Day Wonder

2007

Berserker Tune

Berserker Tune

2006

Melodic Storm

Melodic Storm

2006

The Remains

The Remains

2005

Killer Tune/Play the Star Guitar

Killer Tune/Play the Star Guitar

2004

Tender

Tender

2004

Travelling Gargoyle

Travelling Gargoyle

2003

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