Malaysian rock

Malaysian rock music has a rich and diverse history, spanning various subgenres such as rock kapak, punk rock, hardcore, post-hardcore, metalcore, alternative rock and post-rock. Over the decades, Malaysia has developed a thriving underground music scene, with its origins rooted in the 1980s and a continuous evolution in the following decades. This genre is popular both locally and internationally, with many bands achieving success in countries such as Indonesia, Singapore, and Japan.