ATARASHII GAKKO! Releases New Song 'Chanka Chanka' from 88rising
Tokyo-based four-member dance and vocal unit ATARASHII GAKKO!, captivating audiences worldwide, released their latest single 'Chanka Chanka' on May 8 from 88rising. The track reinterprets traditional Japanese festival music with electric club sounds, blending folk culture with modern approaches. This release further accelerates their momentum, following their successful world tour and upcoming international festival appearances.
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Tokyo-based four-member dance and vocal unit ATARASHII GAKKO!, captivating audiences worldwide, released their latest single "Chanka Chanka" on May 8 from 88rising.
■ An Electric Global Dance Anthem Reinterpreting Traditional 'Matsuri'
The new song "Chanka Chanka" draws inspiration from traditional Japanese "Matsuribayashi" (festival music). It fuses call-and-response and rhythmic chants rooted in folk culture with the latest club sounds, reconstructing them with a modern approach.
It evokes the atmosphere of a summer night festival, unfolding a world reminiscent of "Yokai" (Japanese spirits) and "Hyakki Yagyo" (Night Parade of One Hundred Demons) from Japanese folklore. The surreal and energetic image of spirits parading is sublimated into an explosive dance anthem.
Upon its debut at their sold-out Tokyo concert on April 26, its addictive rhythm and bold choreography instantly captivated the audience, transforming the entire venue into a giant dance floor.
■ The Power of 'Seishun' Captivating the World
ATARASHII GAKKO! continues its remarkable streak, with "Otonablue" surpassing 3.3 billion views on TikTok and headlining the Gobi Stage at Coachella Festival in 2024. Their latest world tour drew over 110,000 attendees across 33 cities in Asia and North America.
They are scheduled to perform at major festivals and stages worldwide, including the "Zipangu Festival" in California, as well as events in the Czech Republic, Germany, London (headliner show), and Seattle, further accelerating their momentum.
[Upcoming International Performance Schedule]
May 16: Zipangu Festival (Pasadena, California)
July 15-17: Colours of Ostrava (Czech Republic)
July 18: Lollapalooza Berlin (Germany)
July 19: The Roundhouse (London – Solo Show)
September 6: Bumbershoot Festival (Seattle, Washington)
■ Release Information
Listen here: https://orcd.co/chankachanka
Release Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
Artist: ATARASHII GAKKO!
Title: Chanka Chanka
Label: 88rising Music
[About ATARASHII GAKKO!]
A four-member unit known as "self-proclaimed representatives of Japanese youth," who choreograph their own overwhelming dance performances and feature a free musicality unconstrained by genre. Their unique style, which fuses pop, punk, and dance music, and their spirit of "Seishun" (youthfulness) that values individuality and self-expression, are supported across national and linguistic barriers.
■ ATARASHII GAKKO! Social Media
Official Website: https://leaders.asobisystem.com/
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/japanleaders
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ATARASHIIGAKKO
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japan_leaders
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@japanleaders
■ An Electric Global Dance Anthem Reinterpreting Traditional 'Matsuri'
The new song "Chanka Chanka" draws inspiration from traditional Japanese "Matsuribayashi" (festival music). It fuses call-and-response and rhythmic chants rooted in folk culture with the latest club sounds, reconstructing them with a modern approach.
It evokes the atmosphere of a summer night festival, unfolding a world reminiscent of "Yokai" (Japanese spirits) and "Hyakki Yagyo" (Night Parade of One Hundred Demons) from Japanese folklore. The surreal and energetic image of spirits parading is sublimated into an explosive dance anthem.
Upon its debut at their sold-out Tokyo concert on April 26, its addictive rhythm and bold choreography instantly captivated the audience, transforming the entire venue into a giant dance floor.
■ The Power of 'Seishun' Captivating the World
ATARASHII GAKKO! continues its remarkable streak, with "Otonablue" surpassing 3.3 billion views on TikTok and headlining the Gobi Stage at Coachella Festival in 2024. Their latest world tour drew over 110,000 attendees across 33 cities in Asia and North America.
They are scheduled to perform at major festivals and stages worldwide, including the "Zipangu Festival" in California, as well as events in the Czech Republic, Germany, London (headliner show), and Seattle, further accelerating their momentum.
[Upcoming International Performance Schedule]
May 16: Zipangu Festival (Pasadena, California)
July 15-17: Colours of Ostrava (Czech Republic)
July 18: Lollapalooza Berlin (Germany)
July 19: The Roundhouse (London – Solo Show)
September 6: Bumbershoot Festival (Seattle, Washington)
■ Release Information
Listen here: https://orcd.co/chankachanka
Release Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
Artist: ATARASHII GAKKO!
Title: Chanka Chanka
Label: 88rising Music
[About ATARASHII GAKKO!]
A four-member unit known as "self-proclaimed representatives of Japanese youth," who choreograph their own overwhelming dance performances and feature a free musicality unconstrained by genre. Their unique style, which fuses pop, punk, and dance music, and their spirit of "Seishun" (youthfulness) that values individuality and self-expression, are supported across national and linguistic barriers.
■ ATARASHII GAKKO! Social Media
Official Website: https://leaders.asobisystem.com/
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/japanleaders
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ATARASHIIGAKKO
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/japan_leaders
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@japanleaders