Muque’s ‘DOPE!’ EP is a raw, rule-breaking ride through alt-rock chaos and emotion
Fukuoka’s genre-defying alt-rock band muque just unleashed their latest sonic offering—and it lives up to its name. Out today, 11 June, the five-track EP “DOPE!” is an unfiltered explosion of energy, unpredictability, and unapologetic creativity that cements muque’s place among Japan’s most electrifying new acts.
Anime tie-in, dance-rock chaos, and deep grooves
From the opening blast of “The 1” (used as the ending theme for ONE PIECE), “DOPE!” establishes itself as anything but ordinary. The track fuses anime-friendly pop energy with bold emotional delivery, offering a perfect entry point to muque’s evolving sound.
That momentum carries through to the deep, groove-heavy disarray of “Ghost” and the raucous, dancefloor-breaking “cheers.” Each song feels like its own wild universe, unified by the band’s signature mix of lyrical vulnerability and sonic defiance.
The EP captures muque in their most authentic form—raw, emotional, and willing to burn the rulebook to ash.
First Press includes explosive tour finale from EBISU LIQUIDROOM
For fans looking to experience the full scope of the band’s live power, the First Press Limited Edition of “DOPE!” includes a live recording of their January 2025 “Dungeon” tour finale at Tokyo’s EBISU LIQUIDROOM. The show marked the culmination of their first-ever headline tour and now stands as a live document of their unfiltered stage presence.
Formed in May 2022, muque—composed of Asakura (vocals & guitar), Lenon (bass), takachi (trackmaker & drums), and Kenichi (guitar)—embodies the spirit of pure, untamed creativity. Their name, a fusion of the French word “musique” and the Japanese word “muku” (meaning innocence or purity), speaks to their philosophy: unadulterated music with emotional resonance.
With global influences and a refusal to follow trends, muque’s music captures both timeless beauty and modern defiance—especially in “DOPE!”, which feels less like an EP and more like a mission statement.
