The fin.
The fin.
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Formed in 2012 by Yuto Uchino and Kaoru Nakazawa, the fin. blends indie, psychedelic pop, and soul into a dreamy, immersive sound—driven by Uchino’s ethereal vocals and production—delivering captivating live performances that have enchanted audiences around the world.
The fin. was formed in 2012 by Uchino (vocals, guitar, and synthesizer) and Nakazawa (bass and synthesizer). Uchino serves as the creative force behind the band’s music, handling songwriting, recording, mixing, and production. His silky, smooth voice—with a distinctive, floating quality—creates a dreamy and immersive musical experience.
The band’s style is rooted in indie and psychedelic pop, infused with elements of soul, funk, and jazz, resulting in a soft, mellow sound that evokes a sense of peace. Uchino’s lyrics are both empowering and reflective, acknowledging the fear that often accompanies growth and change, and contributing to the unique aesthetic of the fin.’s musical world.
The band has performed at numerous venues across the UK, US, Europe, and Asia, appearing at major festivals such as Fuji Rock Festival, Summer Sonic Festival, SXSW, and the Great Escape. Notably, during their 2023 China tour, they performed in over 25 cities, drawing a cumulative audience of more than 20,000 at their solo shows.
The fin. has released several albums and EPs, including their debut album, Days With Uncertainty (2014), recorded, mixed, and produced by Uchino; their second album, There (2018), coproduced by Bradley Spence (Jamiroquai, Radiohead, alt-J); their EP, Wash Away (2019), coproduced by Bradley Spence and Jake Miller (Björk, Arca); and their third album, Outer Ego (2021), entirely recorded, mixed, and produced by Uchino.