[Anison × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands
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.
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[Anison × Rock] A Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (211–220)
Starting Oversumika
Even after guitarist Junnosuke Kuroda’s sudden passing in 2023, sumika announced they would continue their activities.
Their single “Starting Over,” used as the opening theme for the TV anime MIX MEISEI STORY: Summer’s Second Time, Beyond the Sky, delivers an exhilarating vibe that perfectly links with the anime’s worldview and lifts your spirits.
Its pop melody, carried by a headlong sense of speed, will likely remind many listeners of the reckless energy of their youth.
It’s a pleasantly catchy pop tune that heightens anticipation for the anime.
OLDROSEAqua Timez
This is a gem of a number that sings about human connections and the meaning of life.
Created by Aqua Timez, the piece was written specifically for the anime BLEACH.
For the band—who have four previous tie-ins with the series, from “Sen no Yoru wo Koete” to “MASK”—this marks their fifth collaboration.
Their signature emotional vocals blend beautifully with melodic instrumentation.
While closely aligning with the anime’s world, the song delivers a universal message that anyone can relate to.
Highly recommended for anyone seeking music that resonates with the heart.
STARSw.o.d.
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is a three-piece rock band that delivered results in various contests and auditions since their amateur days, making their debut in 2018.
Their first single “STARS,” chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation, kicks off with an unforgettable opening built around a striking guitar riff.
Its hysteric rock sound and hooky melody feel like a perfect fit for the anime’s dark themes.
It’s a powerful rock tune whose gritty vocals will get your adrenaline pumping.
[Anisong × Rock] A Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (221–230)
The Lone Fox’s AspirationsRin to shite Shigure
Ling tosite sigure is a three-piece rock band whose hallmarks are a sound infused with influences from a variety of genres and a distinctive high-tone voice.
Their track “Kodoku no Saibou,” released digitally on November 8, 2023, was chosen as the opening theme for the Netflix-exclusive anime Onmyoji.
The mysterious lyrics, which tie in with the anime’s worldview, heighten anticipation for the series as an opening theme.
It’s an eccentric rock tune with a whirlwind of melodic developments that ramp up the tension.
The place where the sun risesOmede-tai atama de nani yori
The ending theme of the anime Hinomaru Sumo.
This was the band’s first anime tie-in.
It’s got death growls, catchiness, beautiful melodies, and heavy low-end.
The impactful chants vividly evoke an anime about youth devoted to sumo.
The song “Kanpai Tomorrow,” released in August 2019, is also incredibly fun and highly recommended.
evening showerMemai SIREN
This is a 2019 single that was used as the ending theme for the TV anime Karakuri Circus.
Hailing from Fukuoka, the five-piece band Memai Siren showcases their signature blend of gently lustrous piano and guitar with a beat-driven sound that’s truly captivating.
The lyrics exude a sense of pathos, and the serious tone matches the anime perfectly.
If you’re into rock bands with beautiful melodies, be sure to check them out!
lip synckurokobu
Lip Sync, selected as the ending theme for the anime RON KAMONOHASHI: Deranged Detective, was released in 2023 by the rock band Kurokoppe, known for delivering songs with a vibrant, pop-tinged worldview.
It portrays the genuine emotions that arise when standing at the threshold of new days, conveying a message to companions who are moving toward the future together.
Even amid hurt and sadness, it depicts pushing forward while believing in the hope that lies ahead.
With lyrics that capture this resolve, the rhythmic performance of the three-piece band rings out in this catchy rock number.
