Japandroids are a Canadian rock band from Vancouver, British Columbia, consisting of Brian King (guitar, vocals) and David Prowse (drums, vocals).Formed in 2006, the band rose to prominence following the release of their debut album Post-Nothing (2009). Their second album, Celebration Rock (2012), was released to widespread critical acclaim, with Rolling Stone calling it one of The 10 Coolest Summer Albums of All Time, and Spin naming the duo Band of the Year. Japandroids toured heavily in support of both albums, gaining notoriety for their live performances and extensive international concert tours. Between 2009 and 2013, the band performed approximately 500 shows in 44 countries.Japandroids' music has been described as "one part classic rock, one part punk", due to their blending of classic rock influences such as Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty, with punk rock influences such as the Replacements and Hüsker Dü.

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Live Review: Japandroids, Horror My Friend

"Japandroids have the whole crowd shouting back lyrics and dancing any which way."

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Live Review: Japandroids, WAAX

"The pair keep powering through in an unrelenting squall of pace and passion."

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Live Review: Japandroids, Body Type

"Three songs in and there's already been a lot more noise pumped out from the duo than what some larger bands achieve playing the same room."

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Live Review: Japandroids, Press Club

"That wasn't perfect but there was a lot of spirit in it."

Features / Music

Japandroids Never Went Anywhere, You Just Thought They Did

"There was no comeback. I understand that to an outsider it might seem like we went away."

News / Music

Japandroids Announce Australian Tour Dates

The renowned duo will return to our shores for a five-date run this July

Reviews / Album

Album Review: Japandroids - Near To The Wild Heart Of Life

"Eight more songs that are sure to destroy when played live."

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Japandroids Announce Intimate Headline Shows This December

Tiny venues with a big sound

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Live Review: Japandroids, Buzz Kill

Ending on their cover of The Gun Club’s For The Love Of Ivy – no unnecessary encore – Japandroids left a remarkable impression at their first ever Sydney club show.

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Live Review: Japandroids, Emperors

There was no encore, nor was it necessary, but the two hung around the back of the venue afterwards and were happy to chat to adoring fans as they left in what was a very memorable – and extremely sweaty – evening.