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Japanese rock band RADWIMPS was formed in 2001 by five school friends: vocalist Yojiro Noda, guitarists Yūsuke Saiki and Akira Kuwahara, bass player Kei Asou, and drummer Akio Shibafuji. With a unique sound that united emotive indie rock with complex, introspective lyrics, they soon attracted a large and loyal fanbase.

RADWIMPS independently released their debut eponymous full-length album in 2003, and quickly gathered steam. After signing with the label Toshiba EMI in 2005, they achieved platinum status with their third album, 2006's Mujintou ni Motte Ikiwa Sareta Ichimai.

The band gained further recognition when they wrote the soundtrack for the 2016 international hit anime film Your Name. The album peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard World Albums chart and was eventually certified Double Platinum. More collaborations with the film's director Makoto Shinkai followed, earning them continued acclaim in Japan.

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RADWIMPS was formed in Yokohama, Japan by five schoolmates, including vocalist Yojiro Noda, who wrote the band's lyrics and music after being inspired by his tremendous love for Oasis in middle school. The band reportedly took their name by combining two English-language slang terms: "rad" and "wimp." The fused word, according to the group, can mean several things, including "excellent weakling" and "superlative coward."

The quintet began performing while they were still in high school and won the grand prize at the Yokohama High School Music Festival in 2002 with their song "Moshi Mo," which became their first single.

The J-rock band released a self-titled debut album a year later, but took a break soon after to focus on studying for school exams. When they reformed in 2004, they were on solid ground, quickly gaining an international fanbase and inking a major label deal with Toshiba EMI.

In the late 2010s and early 2020s, the band collaborated with director Makoto Shinkai on several feature films, including the hugely popular anime film Your Name and 2022's Suzume, cementing their status as one of Japan's most innovative and popular rock bands.

RADWIMPS FAQ

When was RADWIMPS formed and who are its members?

RADWIMPS was formed in 2001 by five school friends: vocalist Yojiro Noda, guitarists Yūsuke Saiki and Akira Kuwahara, bass player Kei Asou, and drummer Akio Shibafuji.

What is RADWIMPS' musical sound?

RADWIMPS had a unique sound that unites emotive indie rock with complex, introspective lyrics.

How did RADWIMPS come up with their name and what does it mean?

RADWIMPS took their name by combining two English-language slang terms: "rad" and "wimp." The fused word, according to the group, can mean several things, including "excellent weakling" and "superlative coward."

How did RADWIMPS gain recognition early on in their career?

RADWIMPS won the grand prize at the Yokohama High School Music Festival in 2002 with their song "Moshi Mo," which became their first single, and gained international recognition soon after they reformed in 2004.

When did RADWIMPS release their self-titled debut album?

RADWIMPS independently released their debut eponymous full-length album in 2003.