Jibaku Shounen Band (Youji Ikuta from PENGUIN RESEARCH x Masayoshi Ooishi x ZiNG) is a Japanese collaborative group formed in 2015 and associated with J-pop and pop rock. Released under Sacra Music, the project brings together Youji Ikuta of PENGUIN RESEARCH, singer-songwriter Masayoshi Ooishi, and ZiNG in a band-oriented format built around vocal contrast, arrangement, and ensemble chemistry.
Rather than operating as a typical long-running band, Jibaku Shounen Band fits the special-unit format often used in Japan's anime music scene, where established performers join forces for a distinct credit and a more dramatic, character-driven sound. That makes the project relevant for listeners searching anime openings, insert songs, and other anime-related collaborations connected to PENGUIN RESEARCH, Masayoshi Ooishi, and ZiNG.
