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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 listenerkappamaki
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.

[Anisong × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands (181–190)

The BeastWagakki Band

Wagakki Band / The Beast MV (Anime “Baki Hanma” Wildman War Arc Opening Theme)

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Wagakki Band, known for their style that fuses Japanese and Western elements, created “The Beast” as the opening theme for the anime Baki Hanma: The Wildman War.

While the band has released many songs with a cool vibe up to now, this track matches the anime’s tough image with an intense sound.

At the same time, it retains a sense of sorrow and fragility—that’s a key point.

If you like cool, powerful songs, definitely give it a listen.

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HEROESBrian the Sun

Brian the Sun 『HEROES』Music Video

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Brian the Sun is a four-piece rock band that gained popularity with songs that add a distinctive twist to classic guitar rock, though they went on hiatus in 2020.

Their major-label debut single, “HEROES,” was used as the ending theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia, which helped bring the band to wider recognition.

Its driving, straight-ahead beat and passionate melody deliver a refreshing sense of exhilaration that perfectly suits an anime ending and builds anticipation for the next episode.

It’s a gem of a rock tune whose cool band ensemble is truly moving.

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Hoshino Takashi

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DeNeel – Fuse (Official Music Video) / TV Anime “Kingdom” Season 5 Opening Theme

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This song weaves a powerful rock sound with deep emotion.

It was also chosen as the opening theme for the fifth season of the anime Kingdom.

The driving, fast-paced band sound is striking, and its fusion with the strong, expressive vocals evokes a determination to carve out the future.

Released in February 2024, the track showcases a superb blend of DeNeel’s musical style and the anime’s worldview.

It’s a perfect recommendation for anyone who wants to forge their own path or take a bold first step forward.

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Created as the opening theme for the anime “The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic,” this song celebrates the resolve to face difficulties and the determination to overcome them.

It features waterweed’s powerful melodies and emotionally charged vocals, resulting in a track that resonates deeply with listeners.

Released in January 2024, the song also showcases the band’s musical evolution, highlighted by its diverse sound that incorporates elements of post-hardcore.

Its message about persevering through challenges and the importance of a smile makes it recommended listening for anyone seeking courage and hope in their daily life.

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Formed in 1998 by vocalist-guitarist Kimiko and guitarist Sasaki Jun, who were classmates in high school in Chiba, the band’s song “Tsugihagi Moyou” was selected as the opening theme for the anime Non Non Biyori Nonstop.

They have also performed theme songs for other TV anime such as Hanasaku Iroha, Bakuman, and Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma.

Their charming, pure vocals and energetic sound are captivating.

Give nano.RIPE’s music a listen—it’s sure to fill you with energy and courage!

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