Ling Tosite Sigure

Japanese experimental rock band known for complex compositions and intense performances.Formed in Saitama Prefecture in 2002, Ling Tosite Sigure gained prominence through anime tie-ins and relentless touring. The trio blends post-hardcore, math rock, and shoegaze elements with intricate guitar work, unconventional time signatures, and dual vocal dynamics.
  • Original drummer Pierre Nakano abruptly left in 2009 after recording their third album, citing creative differences; Masatoshi Nakano (no relation) replaced him.
  • Their international breakthrough came when 'Abnormalize' (2012) became the opening theme for Psycho-Pass, boosting album sales by 200%.
  • Frontman TK (Toru Kitajima) nearly dissolved the band in 2014 to focus on his solo career but reversed the decision after fan protests.
  • Bassist/vocalist 345 (Miyoko Nakamura) composes most lyrics using abstract poetry and fragmented Japanese wordplay.