Making Music in Japan's Underground

Discover the vibrant world of underground music in Japan with Making Music in Japan's Underground by Jennifer Milioto Matsue. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2011, this insightful paperback spans 188 pages and delves deep into the Tokyo hardcore scene. Drawing on the disciplines of Ethnomusicology, Anthropology, Popular Music Studies, and Japanese Studies, Matsue examines how the act of performance serves as a form of resistance within this unique cultural landscape. Through her engaging analysis, she reveals the broader implications of this underground movement on Japanese society as a whole. Whether you're a music enthusiast or a scholar, this book offers a compelling perspective on the social aspects and conditions shaping youth culture in Japan. Explore the intersection of music and social commentary in this essential read.