PKCZ
PKCZ

PKCZ

JPNHip Hop, Alternative Hip Hop
50,990 monthly listeners
  • 64.6K followers
  • 14.2K subscribers
  • 261.8K followers
  • 46.3K followers
  • 323 followers

PKCZ's Top Spotify Songs

1
Artist Name
CHAIN BREAKER
10.1K streams
2
Artist Name
MIGHTY WARRIORS
8K streams
3
Artist Name
WHITEOUT
6.9K streams
4
Artist Name
PLAY THAT
4K streams
5
Artist Name
X-RAY
3.9K streams
10.1K
Streams last week
8K
Streams last week
6.9K
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WHITEOUT

PKCZ, EXILE SHOKICHI
4K
Streams last week

PLAY THAT

PKCZ, HIROOMI TOSAKA, Crystal Kay (クリスタル ケイ), CrazyBoy
3.9K
Streams last week

X-RAY

PKCZ, J Soul Brothers III (三代目)
2.8K
Streams last week

WE RUN DIS

PKCZ
2.6K
Streams last week
2.2K
Streams last week
1.8K
Streams last week
N/A
Streams last week

PKCZ's YouTube Videos

3.1M
Views

PKCZ® / X-RAY feat. 三代目 J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE (Official Music Video Short Version)

LDH Records

PKCZ® / X-RAY feat. 三代目 J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE (Official Music Video Short Version)
Youtube
3.1M views
Jul 08, 2017
1.9M
Views

PKCZ® ft. CL & Afrojack - CUT IT UP (Official Video)

88rising

PKCZ® ft. CL & Afrojack - CUT IT UP (Official Video)
Youtube
1.9M views
May 21, 2019
1.3M
Views

E-girls / My Way feat. FIRE BALL, MIGHTY CROWN & PKCZ®

avex

E-girls / My Way feat. FIRE BALL, MIGHTY CROWN & PKCZ®
Youtube
1.3M views
Aug 04, 2018

PKCZ's Top Spotify Playlists in the past 3 Months

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Artist Name
Dance Pop: Japan
by Spotify
2
Artist Name
Anime OP's, EGOIST, Hiroyuki Sawano, Nightcore
by Spotify
3
Artist Name
by Spotify
4
Artist Name
This Is YG Entertainment
by Spotify
5
Artist Name
Chaki Zulu Works
by Spotify
74.6K
Followers
10.1K
Followers

by Morten Markussen
8.6K
Followers
6.7K
Followers
5.9K
Followers

Events2 Events

Jul
20-29
Tomorrowland
Belgium
BEL
, BoomN/A N/A
Past
May
13-14
Electric Daisy Carnival Japan
Japan
JPN
, ChibaN/A N/A
Past

PKCZ's Past Events2 Events

  • Tomorrowland festival

    Dua Lipa, David Guetta, Alan Walker, Tiësto, Alok, Martin Garrix, French Montana, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Armin Van Buuren, Lost Frequencies, Robin Schulz, Lil Pump, Steve Aoki, Peggy Gou, Jonas Blue, W&W, Alesso, Afrojack, Ofenbach, Jax Jones, Galantis, Hardwell, Purple Disco Machine, Kungs, Benny Benassi, Timmy Trumpet, Duke Dumont, HUGEL, Oliver Heldens, Axwell Λ Ingrosso, Craig David, SLANDER, Sigala, Nicky Romero, Don Diablo, Hamza, Ummet Ozcan, KSHMR, Fatboy Slim, MK, Charlotte de Witte, Eric Prydz, Martin Solveig, Burak Yeter, Black Coffee, CamelPhat, Disciples, Paul van Dyk, Paul Kalkbrenner, Blasterjaxx, Yellow Claw, Steve Angello, Cheat Codes, Boris Brejcha, Axwell, D.O.D, Sebastian Ingrosso, Scarlxrd, Vini Vici, Above & Beyond, Claptone, Tinlicker, Todd Terry, Armand Van Helden, Lil Kleine, Mr. Belt & Wezol, Tujamo, Bruno Martini, Alle Farben, Idris Elba, Krewella, Matoma, Cedric Gervais, Fedde Le Grand, DJ Sash!, Pendulum, Astrix, &ME, Nora En Pure, Brennan Heart, Rezz, Zaeden, NERVO, Carl Cox, Kris Kross Amsterdam, Bassjackers, Monolink, Slushii, The Magician, Ben Böhmer, Solomun, ANOTR, Dr. Peacock, Jamie Jones, Nina Kraviz, Underworld, Laidback Luke, Quintino, Adriatique, Seven Lions, Blond:ish, Lucas & Steve, Da Tweekaz, Netsky, Ran-D, DubVision, Ben Nicky, Virtual Riot, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Punctual, Infected Mushroom, Adam Beyer, Trobi, Eli & Fur, Cosmic Gate, Deepend, Salvatore Ganacci, Tchami, Joris Voorn, Yves V, Sander van Doorn, Ferry Corsten, Enrico Sangiuliano, San Holo, Maceo Plex, Alison Wonderland, Klingande, Feder, Otto Knows, Sevenn, Jauz, Mike Williams, Solardo, Sub Zero Project, BLR, Roger Sanchez, DJ Paul Elstak, Lane 8, Breakbot, Nghtmre, Coone, Markus Schulz, Warface, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Darren Styles, Eelke Kleijn, EDX, Tale Of Us, KURA, Danny Avila, MATTN, Paul Oakenfold, Yotto, Wildstylez, Kölsch, Zonderling, Nakadia, Breathe Carolina, MR. PIG, Youngr, Pegboard Nerds, Jay Hardway, Franky Rizardo, Miss K8, The Prophet, ANNA, Matisse & Sadko, Fox Stevenson, Curbi, Hernan Cattaneo, Richie Hawtin, Angemi, Pete Tong, Patrick Topping, Aly & Fila, Brooks, Dennis Cruz, Andrew Rayel, Kayzo, Sound Rush, MALAA, Lost Stories, Maya Jane Coles, Kryder, Henri Pfr, The Shapeshifters, Stephan Bodzin, Friction, Mark With a K, Myd, Michael Calfan, Liquid Soul, Technoboy, Chuckie, Dannic, Throttle, Diego Miranda, N-Vitral, Tiga, Rebekah, Pola & Bryson, Butch, Pat B, Mind Against, Zatox, Skream, D-Sturb, Erick Morillo, Andhim, Sam Paganini, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Ace Ventura, Promo, HOSH, MaRLo, Gunz For Hire, The Bloody Beetroots, Alan Fitzpatrick, Ookay, Atmozfears, Sven Väth, Dubfire, Kollektiv Turmstrasse, Hard Driver, DJ Mad Dog, Chocolate Puma, Sasha, Noisecontrollers, Eats Everything, Psyko Punkz, B-Front, Rank 1, Kiasmos, 3 Are Legend, Irfane, Dion Timmer, Lovra, Tokyo Machine, Garmiani, Bass Modulators, Robert Falcon, Mandy, LNY TNZ, Nicole Moudaber, Dune, Regi, Stadiumx, Pan-Pot, Barely Alive, Claude VonStroke, Tom Staar, Bedouin, LVNDSCAPE, John O'Callaghan, The Him, Phuture Noize, S.P.Y, D-Fence, Jason Ross, Dave Winnel, Jamis, Monika Kruse, Mat.Joe, Damian Lazarus, Partyraiser, Justin Mylo, Korsakoff, Ruben De Ronde, Boston Bun, Andrea Oliva, Shapov, Ben Klock, Joyhauser, Florian Picasso, Ekali, Plastik Funk, Frequencerz, Luciano, Ilario Alicante, Code Black, WHITENO1SE, PhaseOne, ilan Bluestone, Gui Boratto, MOKSI, Âme, Freedom Fighters, Paco Osuna, Talla 2XLC, Refuzion, Andrew Bayer, DJ Marky, Kalibwoy, E-Force, Sam Divine, Guy J, Dixon, Super8 & Tab, Patrice Bäumel, Jam & Spoon, Wasted Penguinz, Neophyte, Grant, Len Faki, Three Drives, Avalon, Recondite, Gabriel & Dresden, Adrenalize, CMC$, Lil Debbie, Jody Wisternoff, TC, The Darkraver, Dominik Eulberg, Codeko, Spencer Brown, Simon Patterson, Jack Wins, BLiSS, Holy Goof, Carta, Melé, Ricardo Villalobos, Bontan, Ciaran McAuley, K?D, Detlef, Audiotricz, BROHUG, Estiva, Will Atkinson, Wiwek, THRDL!FE, Lee Burridge, Luttrell, The Viper, Wolfpack, TV Noise, Serge Devant, Ida Engberg, DJ Jean, Marco Faraone, Dj Licious, Vandal, Anna Lunoe, GRUM, Rødhåd, Traumer, Matthias Tanzmann, Nico Morano, Sephyx, Dr. Rude, Marcel Dettmann, Dense & Pika, Blinders, MYRNE, Aazar, ALPHA 9, Michael Amani, Julian Calor, Flashmob, Virtual Self, RAYRAY, Kenn Colt, Guy Mantzur, wAFF, Oscar Mulero, Sean Tyas, Genix, The Aston Shuffle, T and Sugah, Richy Ahmed, James Grant, Cesqeaux, Speedy J, John Askew, Bass Chaserz, Paul Thomas, Gorje Hewek, Dino Lenny, SaSaSaS, Murdock, Que 9, Maxim Lany, Myst, Dave Clarke, Edu Imbernon, Oliver Smith, David Gravell, Yves Deruyter, Bonzai All Stars, M.I.K.E. Push, 16BL, Mark Sherry, Nosferatu, Qrion, Konstantin Sibold, Khen, Stoneface & Terminal, Fourward, Cold Blue, Karmon, Denis Horvat, Hunter/Game, Frankyeffe, Amy Wiles, Noize Suppressor, Deetox, Lehar, DVS1, Lost Desert, Vertical Mode, Demi Kanon, Gary Beck, Gab Rhome, SIEGE, Sunny Lax, PKCZ, Eagles & Butterflies, Kristian Nairn, Waio, Tommyknocker, Unexist, D'Angello & Francis, Jordan Suckley, Franky Jones, Peter Luts, Lovely Laura, Busy P, YokoO, DJ Pierre, NCT, Ruthless, Audiofly, Budakid, Airwave, Jochen Miller, Deepack, Dj R-Wan, Johan Gielen, Alex Niggemann, Surgeon, Stoltenhoff, Compuphonic, Sven Van Hees, Bart & Baker, Coely, Jennifer Cardini, MeNaSa, Alessandra Roncone, DJ F.R.A.N.K, Magdalena, Alex Di Stefano, Francisco Allendes, Mademoiselle Luna, DJ DADDY K, Mambo Brothers, LOST IDENTITY, Icicle, FUNK D, Lowriderz, MAGA, Marcel Woods, Juyen Sebulba, Magit Cacoon, Kid Noize, DiMaro, Fast Distance, Chicola, Romeo Blanco, DOLF, Anbu, Clockartz, Ransom, Detest, Keith Carnal, SHDW & Obscure Shape, NEW_ID, Dana Ruh, Crisis Era, Izhevski, Tom Hades, Oliver Lieb, Sem Thomasson, Luca Bacchetti, Brian Cross, Cleric, Pfirter, Dj Ghost, Unsenses, Matt Medved, Dj Buzz Fuzz, Linguistics, Sandy Warez, Ulterior Motive, Warriors, Dark-E, DJ Panic, Aevion, 5napback, Scott Bond, Vaal, Uner, DJ Rob, Laurent Wery, Rob Hes, Marcel Fengler, Hatred, Behrouz, Lars Moston, Buscemi, Axel Haube, Ed:It, Bellorum, Wantigga, Boray f.k.a Requiem, Miss Melera, Simon Dunmore, 2ManyDJs, Sylvain Armand, N.E.O.N, Callie Reiff, A & Z, Mystique, Stranger, Jose Maria Ramon, Dave Lambert, Omar Sherif, FCL, DJ Wout, Alex Germys, Hazem Beltagui, MC GQ, Doctrine, Menno de Jong, Jaël, TWR72, Ben Santiago, Goetia, Akira, DC Salas, Dj Makasi, Francois, Curtis Alto, Fred Baker, Double Pleasure, San Soda, Kr!z, Arado, SynSUN, Mr Sam, Nastia Reigel, Federico Grazzini, Tim Arisu, MC Chucky, Amare, Sei2ure, Frank Zolex, Fabrice Lig, Tymon, DJ Jan, Powell, DKA, Coco Cole, Jan Vervloet, Daoud, Franky Kloeck, Hush, CYRK, Capoon, DJ Bountyhunter, Dosschy, Cellini, Nick Bril, MAXIMO, One Track Brain, Youri Parker, Metafo4r, Leesa, MATHY, Dominico, Raw District, JP Enfant, eDUB, Dj Fire, The Punisher, Flapjackers, KIIDA, Goldfox, Dimitri Wouters, Adeline, M&T, Vito Mendez, Kimman, Heckman, Mandana, Caspar, OGENN, Cemode, PartyShakerz, TLP a.k.a Troubleman, Deltano, Arno Stolz, Phill Da Cunha, Mr Grammy, Disco Dasco, Nukov & Yelmet, DJ Roma, Richie Gee, Two Pauz, Rakka, DJ PRINZ, Double-U, Slowbody, Red D, Seba Lecompte, MegaMen, Philip, One87, Bollen & Fichtner, Discobaar A Moeder, TRiXY, Freaquency, Unclesand, VVARD, Seelen, TWAN, Yamo, MC Joe, Rupert Harvey, Tofke, AMEKMAR, Jewels, IAMGUNZ, LIMITS, PABLO DISCOBAR SOUNDSYSTEM, Sheridan, Soulcity, Tsunano, 3XB, Spacid, Surfing Leons, Dauw, Deve & Matizz, That's Who, Jerrymore, Quincy Steveninck, B-Kay, KAGGE & BOWEN, Jensen, Konna, The Whatevers, Cedex & Higher Underground, benji, Proudmich, Delafino, Zeen & Myer, Michael Thoelen, Deuxfwa, Drigao a.k.a Jeronimo, Deecoy, JackJazz, Veepee, Vertier, Dave Brody, Basement Sounds, Downside, BAFANA, double u jay, Tom Smeyers, Schemering, Bjeor, Hush Hefner, Bram DeLux, Karawane, JLN, Wezlee DJ, Mc Seko, Pilose, Simon Dobbs, Structure, Franco y Gael, MC Mush, Many Moore, Hermanos, Virgil Abloh
    BEL, Boom
    Mega
  • Electric Daisy Carnival Japan festival

    Alan Walker, Martin Garrix, Diplo, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Steve Aoki, W&W, R3hab, FISHER, Deadmau5, SLANDER, Illenium, Don Diablo, Chris Lake, Gryffin, CamelPhat, Vini Vici, Above & Beyond, Rezz, Salvatore Ganacci, Alison Wonderland, Solardo, Nghtmre, Tensnake, Paul Woolford, Kayzo, Flosstradamus, Jai Wolf, Party Favor, Carta, Yasutaka Nakata, Anoraak, Yousef, LOUDPVCK, PKCZ, Yamato, BAGGI, DJ Junior, Matt Medved, Shintaro, Taku-Hero, ELLI ARAKAWA
    JPN, Chiba
    Huge

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Yultron
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Mighty Crown
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PKCZ's Beatport Songs

1
Artist Name
CUT IT UP (feat. CL & Afrojack) (Original Mix)
Released on Jun 04, 2019
2
Artist Name
BOW DOWN (feat. CRAZYBOY) (Extended Mix)
Released on Feb 23, 2018

BOW DOWN (feat. CRAZYBOY) (Extended Mix)

Snoop Dogg, Yultron, PKCZ, CrazyBoy

More about PKCZ

Overview of Alternative Hip Hop musician PKCZ

Since they were founded in 2014, the Tokyo-based musical collective PKCZ has been reshaping the Japanese hip-hop scene. The group stands out in the alternative hip hop genre thanks to their distinctive fusion of hip hop, electronic, and pop music. They were able to assemble some of the most skilled musicians from both Japan and beyond to produce a novel sound that has been gaining appeal across the globe.

PKCZ's music is distinguished by its frantic beats, alluring melodies, and stirring lyrics. The group's musical style reflects its members' varied origins and interests, which range from traditional hip hop to J-pop. Their music frequently combines a variety of sounds and aesthetics to provide a genre-defying experience that is both creative and thrilling. PKCZ has developed a reputation for their electrifying live performances, which highlight their contagious enthusiasm and extraordinary musicianship.

One of the most thrilling acts in the current Japanese music industry is PKCZ. They have established themselves as musical heavy hitters thanks to their distinctive sound and avant-garde methods. PKCZ is certain to keep making waves in the alternative hip hop scene with a rising fan base both in Japan and abroad.

What are the most popular songs for Alternative Hip Hop musician PKCZ?

Some of the most well-known songs in Hip Hop and Alternative Hip Hop music were created by PKCZ from Tokyo, Japan. Their best songs are "MIGHTY WARRIORS", "GLAMOROUS", "CHAIN BREAKER", "PLAY THAT", "CUT IT UP (feat. CL & Afrojack)", "BOW DOWN (feat. CRAZYBOY)", "X-RAY", "ROAM AROUND", "TIME FLIES", and "Fan Nao Jie Fang Yun Dong".

Rappers CL from Korea and AFROJACK from Japan are featured on one of their most well-known tracks, "GLAMOROUS". The song is ideal for dancing because it has a catchy beat and terrific rhythm. The song's lyrics describe a "glamorous" woman who lives in the limelight all the time. Shigeaki Kubo directed the music video for the song, which has received over 30 million YouTube views.

"CUT IT UP (feat. CL & Afrojack)" by PKCZ is another one of his hit songs. The beat of this song is heavily electronic, while CL and Afrojack rap over it. The lively tempo of the song is in keeping with the words of the song, which are about letting loose and having a good time. Over 10 million people have watched the "CUT IT UP" music video on YouTube.

Other top songs by PKCZ include "MIGHTY WARRIORS" and "ROAM AROUND," which are equally well-liked and exhibit the band's distinctive sound. PKCZ is renowned for fusing several musical genres to produce inventive and catchy compositions. They have a devoted fan following all around the world thanks to the broad appeal of their music.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Alternative Hip Hop musician PKCZ?

PKCZ, a Japanese Hip Hop and Alternative Hip Hop band from Tokyo, has been hard at work producing new music. "360deg ChamberZ (2017)," their most recent album, has gotten positive reviews from both critics and fans. Collaborations with other international musicians, including Snoop Dogg, EXILE SHOKICHI, and CL, are included on the album.

PKCZ has also recently published a number of tracks, such as "Gravity (2023)," which features Jay Park, a Korean-American singer-songwriter. The song features PKCZ's distinctive fusion of Hip Hop and EDM, and it is complemented by an incredibly beautiful music video. Other recent songs by the group, such as "T.O.K.Y.O. (2022)," "mouiiziyan (2022)," and "Fan Nao Jie Fang Yun Dong (REO REMIX) (2021)," all demonstrate their musical variety and distinctiveness.

PKCZ have a devoted following both in Japan and abroad thanks to their music's energetic beats and memorable hooks. They have become one of the most interesting acts in the Hip Hop and EDM industries right now thanks to their creative approach to fusing genres and working with musicians from all backgrounds.

With their most recent album, 360deg ChamberZ (2017), and recent hits like "Gravity (2023)," "T.O.K.Y.O. (2022)," "mouiiziyan (2022)," and "Fan Nao Jie Fang Yun Dong (REO REMIX) (2021)," PKCZ has continued to push the frontiers of Hip Hop and Alternative Hip Hop music. Their distinctive sound and worldwide collaborations with artists have solidified their reputation as one of the most avant-garde and intriguing acts in the business.

Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Alternative Hip Hop musician PKCZ?

PKCZ, a hip hop and alternative hip hop music group from Tokyo, has gained recognition in the global music scene thanks to their exciting performances at numerous venues and festivals. Their performances at Tomorrowland Belgium and Electric Daisy Carnival Japan are among their most memorable festival appearances. PKCZ stunned the crowd at Tomorrowland Belgium with their contagious sounds and energizing performance. The group's original fusion of EDM and hip hop was well-liked by festival attendees. PKCZ, meanwhile, put on an equally amazing performance at Electric Daisy Carnival Japan, playing a dynamic set that showed off their adaptability and originality.

Aside from these festivals, PKCZ has also given performances at prestigious locations across the world as the Rainbow Bridge in Tokyo, the O2 Academy in London, and Webster Hall in New York City. They have developed a reputation as one of the most thrilling live acts in the music business because to their performances at these locations. PKCZ is a fan favorite because of their talent for interacting with and entertaining their audience. Their live performances are renowned for their exhilarating energy and contagious spirit.

In conclusion, PKCZ has become recognized as one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking acts in the hip hop and alternative hip hop music landscape as a result of their musical performances and festival appearances. They have a devoted fan following and have received favorable reviews for their distinctive sound and compelling performances. PKCZ is certain to make waves in the music industry for years to come thanks to their talent, imagination, and hard work.

Which are the most important collaborations with other musicians for Alternative Hip Hop musician PKCZ?

The Japanese Hip Hop and Alternative Hip Hop musician PKCZ has worked with many other musicians to produce some of the most recognizable songs in the business. The tracks "MIGHTY WARRIORS" with Afrojack, CrazyBoy, and ANARCHY and "CUT IT UP" with Afrojack and CL are among his best collaborations.

The song "MIGHTY WARRIORS" demonstrates PKCZ's skill in fusing the talents of several musicians from various genres. Afrojack's frantic sounds and the rap prowess of ANARCHY and CrazyBoy are featured on the song. The upshot of the partnership was a strong and contagious song that went viral right away.

"CUT IT UP," a PKCZ collaboration that also includes CL and Afrojack, is noteworthy. The track's soft vocals from CL and Afrojack's distinctive sounds are the ideal fusion of Hip Hop and electronic music. The song's memorable hooks and contagious enthusiasm have won it praise from the music industry.

The partnerships between PKCZ and HIROOMI TOSAKA are also noteworthy. Some of the better songs from this partnership are "CHAIN BREAKER" and "PLAY THAT" with Crystal Kay and CrazyBoy. The songs demonstrate PKCZ's versatility in composing music of various genres and his capacity to collaborate with other performers to produce a distinctive sound.

Overall, PKCZ's musical endeavors have produced some of the most enduring songs in the Hip Hop and Alternative Hip Hop genres. He has become one of the most renowned musicians in Japan and elsewhere thanks to his talent for fusing many genres and artists.