Blurring the Speed Limits of Ska and Rock: 9mm Parabellum Bullet Return with ‘踊る星屑’
Japanese J-Rock veterans 9mm Parabellum Bullet have unleashed their latest single ‘踊る星屑’ (Odoru Hoshikuzu), a breakneck ska-rock fusion track that jolts the scene with infectious rhythm, frenzied guitars, and signature intensity. The track, whose title translates to “Dancing Stardust,” landed on streaming platforms in late July 2025, quickly captivating fans across Japan and the global alt-rock circuit.
Best known for their electrifying live performances and genre-bending style, 9mm Parabellum Bullet continue to evolve while staying true to their roots. With this new release, the band injects a ska-forward swing into their explosive rock DNA—combining the groove-heavy bounce of ska with high-octane punk rock momentum.
Controlled Chaos: The Sound of ‘踊る星屑’
Unlike anything currently dominating Japan’s alt rock and Visual Kei charts, ‘踊る星屑’ is a fast, bouncy, and complex track that shifts tempos with precision. The single bursts open with off-beat ska guitar upstrokes before slamming into full-force distortion and pounding drums. From there, it’s a whirlwind of skanking rhythms and syncopated energy.
This isn’t just a nod to ska—it’s a full-on genre hybrid that blends the hornless intensity of punk-ska with 9mm’s distinctive post-hardcore edge. It’s a song made for movement, with breakdowns and buildups that feel almost cinematic in structure. Whether you’re a fan of punk rock, J-Rock, or anything with explosive velocity, this is a track worth spinning on loop.
Keeping It Tight: A Veteran Band Still Breaking Rules
Formed in 2004, 9mm Parabellum Bullet have long held a reputation for tight musicianship and raw power. Their new release proves the band is still pushing boundaries after two decades in the game. With a catalogue spanning alternative rock, post-hardcore, and experimental fusion, ‘踊る星屑’ feels like a culmination of everything the band has experimented with—condensed into a frantic 3-minute sprint.
The group, consisting of Takuro Sugawara (vocals/guitar), Yoshimitsu Taki (guitar/backing vocals), Kazuhiko Nakamura (bass), and Chihiro Kamijo (drums), has never shied away from taking sonic risks. And this single, with its ska-rock backbone, shows they’re still charging ahead with boldness, refusing to repeat themselves.
Where to Listen + Band Socials
‘踊る星屑’ is available now on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music. Fans can also catch behind-the-scenes content, live clips, and exclusive updates through the band’s official social media accounts.
Instagram: @9mm_official
YouTube: 9mm Parabellum Bullet Official Channel
Official Website: www.9mm.jp
Whether you’re discovering the band for the first time or have followed them since their 2007 debut album Termination, now’s the time to hit replay.
Final Thoughts: High-Speed Nostalgia with a Ska-Punk Twist
In a year when Japanese alternative rock has seen a resurgence in genre mashups and digital revivalism, 9mm Parabellum Bullet’s ‘踊る星屑’ lands as both a callback to the ska-punk underground and a bold leap into high-BPM experimentation. For a band that has stood the test of time, this track feels like a creative rebirth—reaffirming their ability to surprise, energize, and ignite a new generation of fans.
Don’t miss the single—stream it, share it, and turn it up. Because in the galaxy of alt rock, this is one star that refuses to fade.
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