Plastic Tree

Plastic Tree is a Japanese alternative rock band formed in Chiba in the early 1990s, known for melancholic, romantic lyrics and a sound influenced by brit-pop and American alternative rock. Core members referenced in the reviews include vocalist Ryutaro (main lyricist), guitarist Akira, and bassist Tadashi (main composer).

Reviews note that Plastic Tree rose through live houses in Chiba, show clear influences from The Cure, Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana and brit-pop, and that their sound evolved across albums. Line-up changes mentioned in the reviews: drummer Takashi left before Träumerei (2002) and Hiroshi appears as the new drummer; guitarist Akira collaborated with COALTAR OF THE DEEPERS. Albums discussed in the reviews include Puppet Show (1998), Träumerei (2002), cell. (2004), Chandelier (2006), Nega to Posi (2007) and Utsusemi (tenth album).

DeBaser's reviews (by panapp) consistently praise Plastic Tree's melancholic, romantic songwriting and clearly stated influences (The Cure, Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana, brit-pop). Key albums discussed include Träumerei, Chandelier, Puppet Show, Utsusemi, Nega to Posi and cell. Reviews note variability in album quality but an overall strong, evolving band identity.

For:Fans of Japanese alternative rock, listeners of The Cure/Smashing Pumpkins/Nirvana, and lovers of melancholic, romantic music.