#J-rock #hard-rock
NEKOMESHI222 have released a new live video for the song “PRIMULA,” captured during their performance at Tachikawa BABEL on January 10. The video spotlights a different side of the band, placing full emphasis on vocalist Raizō’s clean vocal delivery, which cuts clearly through the live mix and gives the song its emotional center.
Musically, PRIMULA leans away from raw aggression and instead focuses on clarity and atmosphere. The arrangement breathes, allowing melody and vocal expression to take the lead while the band supports with controlled dynamics rather than sheer force. The live setting adds immediacy, but the performance remains precise, highlighting how NEKOMESHI222 balance intensity with restraint when needed.
The release feels intentional — a moment of contrast within their live repertoire — and shows the band’s range beyond heavier or rougher edges.
