Shogo Hamada has captured the pulse of J-rock across generations. The Hiroshima Prefecture singer-songwriter has penned a host of anthems that draw from classic rock, new wave and old-school R&B. While perpetually hiding behind sunglasses, he pens danceable, horn-fuelled pop hooks that resonate with mass audiences. His hard-rock refrains and synth ballads interweave poignant stories about romance and the rush of city life—as well as powerful anti-nuclear messages.