[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026]
Speaking of anime songs, they’ve become mainstream in the music industry recently, haven’t they?
If you look at music charts, it’s not unusual to see anime theme songs lined up at the top.
In this article, we’ll introduce popular anime songs that are sure to hype up your school festival for those who want to perform anisongs and get the crowd going!
We’ve selected not only the latest hits, but also classic favorites and songs that are easy for beginner bands to cover, so use this as a reference when choosing your setlist!
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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Live Performances [2026] (71–80)
3 minutes 29 secondsHitorie
If you can pull this off at a school culture festival, the crowd will go wild—no doubt about it! It’s a track by the rock band Hitorie, known for their edgy musical style, released as their fifth single in 2021.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime “86 – Eighty Six.” True to their signature sound, it features high-toned textures and a thrilling sense of speed throughout the arrangement.
It’s the kind of track that makes you want to call it downright “stylish.” I do think covering this as a band would be incredibly tough—but since you’ve got the chance, why not practice seriously and give it a shot?
single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER
The opening theme for season 6 of the anime My Hero Academia was chosen to be a song by the rock band SUPER BEAVER.
HeroAca’s theme songs are packed with masterpieces, and this track is no exception—it’s an exhilarating, fast-paced anthem that really gets you hyped.
The first thing that hits your ears is a guitar riff that blends sharp, choppy brushing with single-note picking despite its simplicity.
Following that, the bass line stands out with its distinctive high-fret fingering, paired with tight, driving drums.
It’s by no means an easy piece to perform, but if you can pull it off, your stage is guaranteed to look awesome! I highly recommend intermediate and advanced players give it a shot.
scrambleHorie Yui/UNSCANDAL
It’s the opening theme of the anime School Rumble.
I think the upbeat sound packed with ska elements is a lot of fun.
Having a horn section really amps things up, so try inviting members of the brass band and forming a band together.
Utauyo!!MIRACLEHōkago Tī Taimu
It’s the opening theme of the anime K-ON!!.
Ideally, the members would be girls only—but cross-dressing could be fun too.
It requires quite a bit of skill, so if you’re confident in your abilities, give it a try.
Nail it, and the crowd will go wild!
Mephistojou oubachi
Mephisto by the rock band QUEEN BEE, led by Avu-chan, was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime Oshi no Ko.
Focusing on “lies in the entertainment industry,” Oshi no Ko is a shocking work that portrays show business from a fresh angle.
Avu-chan, who also made headlines for producing an audition program, penned lyrics that resonate with the industry’s deceit—be sure to pay attention to them.
Why not immerse yourself in the music video brimming with Avu-chan’s bewitching allure and its beautiful rock sound?
Reaching YouTanizawa Tomofumi
This is the opening theme of the TV anime Kimi ni Todoke, sharing the same title.
Since the anime portrays a heart-fluttering romance between a refreshing, cheerful boy and a shy girl, the song itself is also refreshing.
Its melody feels like it clears your mind in an instant.
If you’re in a student band in the midst of your youth, definitely give it a try.
Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu
This is a heartwarming song that sings of the bittersweetness and hope of youth.
Released in April 2024, it paints the image of young people running toward their dreams with a powerful, refreshing melody.
Macaroni Enpitsu created this piece as the ending theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” based on Eko Mikawa’s original work.
While accompanying the coming-of-age story of the anime’s protagonists, it also carries a message that anyone can relate to.
The lyrics carefully depict the strength to overcome setbacks and hardship, as well as the courage to keep looking forward, making it a perfect track for cultural festivals and class memories.
With its bright, uplifting melody and emotionally resonant lyrics, it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke and at school.