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

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Short Ver.

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” was the ending theme for Season 1 of the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.

Perhaps because the song fit so perfectly, they were chosen to handle the opening theme for Season 2.

True to UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s style, it’s a catchy, upbeat number, and the ending visuals are cute, making it a track that matches the music perfectly.

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Conton Candy – Normal / FUTSUU [Official Video] | Ending Theme to SAKAMOTO DAYS

Serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, SAKAMOTO DAYS is an action-comedy manga where the ordinary and the extraordinary intersect.

This song was chosen as the ending theme for its TV anime adaptation.

Conton Candy released it digitally in advance in January 2025, followed by a CD single in March of the same year.

The exhilarating band performance and lyrics that capture the preciousness of everyday life—closely tied to the characters—strike a chord.

The playful arrangements, including irregular time signatures and a bass solo, are also highlights.

Why not listen to it while thinking of someone dear to you?

Winds Of TransylvaniaLOVEBITES

LOVEBITES / Winds Of Transylvania [VLADLOVE Version] MUSIC VIDEO

Clad in white outfits, LOVEBITES is a band that sends classic heavy metal resounding across the world.

Their 2021 release, “Winds Of Transylvania,” was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Vlad Love.

It’s a blistering piece of speed metal that further accelerates the madcap energy of a comedy about a vampire girl.

Pay attention to the rapid shift from the classical melody at the beginning into a full-on sprint, as well as the technical twin-guitar ensemble.

It’s a refreshing number where thrilling performances and powerful vocals fuse beautifully.

DororoASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION 『Dororo』

It’s a rock tune marked by sharp guitar riffs and a heavy beat, pulling you straight into its world from the very first notes.

The lyrics, which seem to depict the darkness and inner conflicts lurking deep within the heart, blend beautifully with the exhilarating, fast-paced sound.

Released in May 2019 as the opening theme for the TV anime Dororo, based on Osamu Tezuka’s original work, the song links the story’s dark atmosphere with the band’s solid performance.

With bassist Takahiro Yamada involved in the composition, the low-end groove resonates with a satisfying punch.

It’s the kind of track that will push you forward when you want to face your inner self or break through and move ahead.

Experience its unique afterglow, where exhilaration and wistfulness coexist.

Karu-Garu Everyday!!hanabie

Karu-Garu Everyday!!

This is a single released in July 2025 that was selected as the theme song for the TV anime “Raccoon Karukaru-dan.” The contrast between Yukina’s cute vocals and the heavy, weighty sound creates a powerful impact.

The development where fierce shouts intersect with a pop melody links perfectly with the anime’s comical worldview.

It’s perfect for times when you need a boost of energy or for mornings when you want to get pumped up.

FanfareSCANDAL

SCANDAL “Fanfare” / Fanfare – Music Video

This track, included on SCANDAL’s album LUMINOUS released in March 2024, was chosen as the ending theme for the anime HIGHSPEED Étoile.

The lyrics were written by TOMOMI and the music composed by MAMI.

Its exhilarating, high-speed sound, which aligns with the near-future racing world of the series, lifts the listener’s spirits.

It also strongly resonates as an anthem cheering on everyone who keeps striving toward their goals.

EmpathyASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION “Empathy” Music Video

This is the 28th single by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, written as the theme song for the third feature film of the hugely popular anime series, “My Hero Academia THE MOVIE: World Heroes’ Mission.” Released in August 2021, the song centers on the theme of “empathy”—imagining the pain and perspectives of others—and Masafumi Gotoh’s lyrics strike deep.

It’s a driving guitar rock track, yet its finely crafted arrangement, layered with diverse tones, gives it a fresh resonance.

Also included on the album “Planet Folks,” this masterpiece is the kind of song that can give you the courage to move forward when you’re struggling with your sense of distance from society or spending a night wishing to understand someone.