Japandroids were a Canadian rock duo from Vancouver, British Columbia, formed in 2006. The band consisted of Brian King (guitar, vocals) and David Prowse (drums, vocals).[3]
The band rose to prominence following the release of their debut album Post-Nothing (2009). Their second album, Celebration Rock (2012), was released to widespread critical acclaim,[4] with Rolling Stone calling it one of The 10 Coolest Summer Albums of All Time, and Spin naming the duo Band of the Year.[5][6] Japandroids toured heavily in support of both albums, gaining notoriety for their live performances[7][8] and extensive international concert tours.[9] Between 2009 and 2013, the band performed approximately 500 shows in 44 countries.[10] The band's third studio album, Near to the Wild Heart of Life (2017), featured a more polished aesthetic and was released to more extensive touring.[11] The band released its fourth and final album, Fate & Alcohol, in October 2024 after several years of inactivity.