Head Phones President is a Japanese metal band formed in Tokyo in 1999 by vocalist Anza Oyama and guitarist Hiroaki "Hiro" Saito. The group gained initial traction with their debut single "Escapism" released in 2000, which reached Number 1 on the Shibuya Tower Records chart. Their first EP ID followed in 2002. The band's lineup evolved over time, including bassist Ryuichiro Narumi and drummer Batch. Head Phones President released their debut album Vary in 2003, which topped the indie charts in Japan. They embarked on international tours, performing in New York and participating in major festivals such as Loud Park 08 and Metal Female Voices Fest.
