Japanese five-piece Da-iCE serve up a futuristic interpretation of J-pop—uptempo music built on a whirlwind of synthesisers and octave-spanning vocals glazed by digital effects. Since forming in 2011, they've monitored global electronic trends—from EDM builds to the sharp snare hits of trap—folding new elements into their already buzzing sound. Occasionally, Da-iCE shed their high-tech image to make ballads the old-fashioned way: with simple strings and piano. But it's never long before they're back doing what they love best—tapping the currents of today for music that sounds like tomorrow.