What is "yamaarashi"

YamaArashi (stylized as YAMAARASHI is a six-member Japanese rock group based in Kanagawa Prefecture. They use a blend of metal, reggae, and rap, to perform what is called nu metal. YamaArashi was formed in 1996. In April 2002, YamaArashi also runs a label called Chokkyu Recordings. YamaArashi has performed with popular acts such as HeavensDust, Orange Range and Moomin. In 2008, YamaArashi played in the ETPFEST, the South Korean music festival alongside bands such as Dragon Ash and Death Cab for Cutie.