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[Anison × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Bassist and radio listenercucumber roll (kappa maki)
A Kyoto-based bassist who loves radio and ska punk. I mostly inhabit the ani-radio scene, but I’m not a professional. I’m a bit unusual in that I’ve built up my anison knowledge through ani-radio. My love of ska punk centers on Japanese bands. I’ve also worked as a staffer at a music studio. I’m always running around in circles every day.

In recent years, it’s become the norm for popular rock bands to handle anime theme songs!

High-energy, fast-paced Japanese rock is a perfect fit for hyping up anime.

These days, many bands have gone nationwide thanks to anime tie-ins, and there are plenty of people who got into anime, fell in love with the theme song, and then became fans of the band.

So in this article, we’ll be showcasing a bunch of anime songs created by rock bands!

A must-read for rock band lovers and anime fans alike.

[Anison × Rock] Collection of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (131–140)

great escapecinema staff

cinema staff “great escape” MV (TV anime “Attack on Titan” second cour ending theme)

great escapecinema staff

This is the song “great scape” by cinema staff, a math rock band from Gifu Prefecture.

It was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Attack on Titan, which gained popularity both in Japan and overseas.

The intense rock sound and emotional vocal delivery are really cool—the word “passion” fits this track perfectly.

It’s included on the album Drums, Bass, 2(to)Guitars.

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OurEVE

Bokurano – Eve Music Video

Our EVE

This piece was written specifically as the opening theme for Season 6 of the anime My Hero Academia.

It’s a song Eve created especially for a work he openly declares himself a fan of.

It symbolically portrays the heroes’ struggles, battles, and growth, imbued with a strong will to face adversity.

Set against a world without clear black and white, it sings of people supporting each other as they strive to move forward.

It’s a recommended track not only for anime fans but also for those who love rock.

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DiverKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Diver” Music Video

Diver KANA-BOON

KANA-BOON has performed multiple anime theme songs, and in particular, they’ve done many for the Naruto series.

Diver was chosen as the theme song for the movie Boruto: Naruto the Movie.

KANA-BOON’s appeal lies in their catchy songs and the familiar, high-tone vocals of Maguro Taniguchi—music that feels approachable from the very first listen.

On top of that, their style layers in a sense of youthfulness and speed depending on the track, earning them popularity not only among many rock kids but also in the anison scene.

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O2ORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE『O2』MV

O2ORANGE RANGE

As the first opening theme for the anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, a powerful track was born that weaves mixture rock into a J-pop foundation.

Even among ORANGE RANGE’s works, YAMATO’s striking high-range vocals stand out, and the contrast with RYO’s low vocals gives the piece a sense of breaking new ground.

With a message layered over the chemical formula for oxygen and themes that synchronize with the protagonist’s rebellion and pursuit of freedom, the song reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart after its release in May 2008.

It was included on the albums PANIC FANCY and ALL the SINGLES, and has continued to be loved through diverse arrangements, including covers in games such as THE iDOLM@STER and World Dai Star.

In karaoke, its energetic progression and memorable chorus make it a song that greatly lifts the singer’s spirits.

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Nothing can beat this love.OKAMOTO’S

OKAMOTO’S “Nothing Can Beat This Love” Official Music Video

Nothing can beat this love OKAMOTO'S

This is the ending theme for the second cour of the anime Undead Unluck, produced by OKAMOTO’S.

It’s a moving song that sings about the strength of the bond with a loved one.

Released in January 2024, it features energetic sounds and a powerful performance that are truly compelling.

It’s been embraced not only by anime fans but by a wide range of listeners.

If you perform it on a school festival stage, it seems like you could convey your strong feelings to the person you care about to the audience.

While it might be challenging to bring out rhythms and grooves that differ from a straightforward 8-beat, try practicing while carefully listening to everyone’s parts.

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MaybeBrian the Sun

Brian the Sun “Maybe” Music Video (Part 1)

MaybeBrian the Sun

This is the second major-label single by the four-piece rock band Brian the Sun, who finally made their major debut after many twists and turns and were even dubbed a “long-awaited powerhouse rookie.” Used as the ending theme for the TV anime Sweetness & Lightning, the song features an ear-catching intro with an impressive guitar riff over a lively beat.

The overall melody is relaxed without large leaps in pitch, making it easy to sing at karaoke.

Catchy and fun to sing, it’s an emotional rock tune recommended when you want to perform an anime song at karaoke.

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XTCPsychic Lover

2007 RAMS Live Fes “XTC” by Psychic Lover

XTC Psychic Lover

The opening theme of Witchblade by Psychic Lover, a rock band that represents the anison scene.

It’s an upbeat track with a strong beat, and the racing guitar work is a lot of fun.

Its melodious, visual-kei-like flavor is another highlight that appeals beyond just anime song fans! You might also enjoy trying to sing along by imitating YOFFY’s sexy vocals.

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