Bingkai Karya – This one’s DOPE! for a reason.
Fukuoka’s alt-rock disruptors, muque just dropped a five-track EP that’s loud, unpredictable, and straight-up unmissable.
Out 11 June, “DOPE!” is a genre-mashing flex that proves why muque is one of the most exciting bands coming out of Japan right now. From the anime-ready pop rush of “The 1” (ONE PIECE ending theme) to the deep-groove chaos of “Ghost” and the guitar-smashing dance-rock of “cheers”, every track hits with serious intent.It’s raw. It’s emotional. It doesn’t play by the rules.
To top it off, the First Press Limited Edition packs a full live recording of their tour finale at EBISU LIQUIDROOM, taken from their first-ever headline tour “Dungeon” this past January.
This is muque in their purest form — no filters, no limits. Just DOPE!About muqueWhat sets muque apart is their refusal to be bound by conventional music trends. The four-piece band hailing from Fukuoka, Japan, was formed in May 2022, consisting of Asakura (Vocals & Guitar), Lenon (Bass), takachi (Trackmaker & Drums), and Kenichi (Guitar).The band’s name, muque, is a fusion of the French word for “music”—musique—and the Japanese word muku, meaning “innocence” or “untainted.” This name reflects the band’s ethos: a commitment to creating pure, unfiltered music, free from external influence.
Drawing from global influences, especially Asian sounds, muque blends timeless melodies with innovative arrangements. Their songs are rich in both lyrical depth and emotional resonance, offering listeners a unique, immersive experience of authentic, untainted music.
