Taking inspiration from more emotion-led Western alt-rock and power-punk, the uniquely named ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION offer up a distinct sound that sets them apart from their Japanese contemporaries. Formed in the late '90s, the Yokohama four-piece worked their way through Japan's burgeoning indie scene before making it big in 2003 with a highly acclaimed debut. Their combination of driving melodies, infectious rhythms and intense riffs have gone on to provide them with three decades of increasing success—climbing to the top spot in Japanese indie rock, while making waves across the world.