Although on first glance Macho29 seems to follow the naming convention established by the idol group AKB48 in which the number indicates how many members are in the group, in reality, the number 29 is a humorous reference to muscles. Macho29’s dedication to entertaining people though muscle-based humor is clear even in the group’s name.
It is a fun rock song reminiscent of groups like 175R and Hi-Standard. “Training Fighter” is Macho29’s second single. As evidence of this, one need look no further than the group’s motto: “Making people across Japan smile through muscles.” There they performed their debut song: “Viva Macho” (see the music video below).Īside from being an incredibly catchy and humorous song, “Viva Macho” offers a peek into the psyche and motivations of the Macho29 members (English subtitles available).Īs serious as the Macho29 guys are about keeping their muscular bodies in peak condition, they never take themselves too seriously. But what about if you’re into mostly naked men with bulging muscles? Well, you’re in luck.Ĭomposed entirely of finely sculpted muscular men (many of which have won bodybuilding competitions), Macho29 is a group that made its debut at an event held on Jat the Marui department store in Shibuya, Tokyo.
Whether you’re into “ chubby angels” or senior citizen pop singers, Japan has a musical group for you.