[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026]

CobaltMOB CHOIR

Cobalt

This song by MOB CHOIR was used as the ending theme for the anime Mob Psycho 100 III.

While it carries a slightly dark atmosphere, it still delivers a solid sense of drive, and sana’s cool vocals fit it perfectly.

The powerful guitar riff in the intro and the intertwining drum phrases are striking—nail that section and you’re guaranteed to look cool! Also, the bassline stands out throughout the entire track and seems challenging to replicate, so it might be best to practice it carefully until you can play it, or, if you’re not confident, consider simplifying it to make it more manageable.

Sprit InspirationNothing’s Carved In Stone

Nothing’s Carved In Stone　『Spirit Inspiration』

This rock tune by Nothing’s Carved In Stone, with its solid, hard-hitting rock sound, has pierced the hearts of countless fans.

The drums pound front and center, driving the beat relentlessly, the bass is constantly in motion, and yet the vocals never fade into the background—you’ll be overwhelmed by the groove.

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the pillows / Comic Sonic(Short Ver.)

The ending theme of the anime SKET DANCE.

Its light, refreshing riffs are striking, as if blowing away the haze that comes with youth.

Kenta Shinohara, the original creator, has publicly stated that he is a fan of the pillows.

Besides this song, lyrics from the band are quoted in the series, and parts of their lyrics are even used as episode subtitles, showing just how much he likes them.

We are!Hiroshi Kitadani

We Are Kitadani Hiroshi

It’s the very first opening theme of the TV anime One Piece.

Since the story centers on a pirate crew adventuring across the seas in pursuit of becoming the Pirate King, the song clearly conveys a message themed around adventure.

Its bright, exciting melody and lyrics leave a strong impression.

Love poemSoko ni naru

Sokoninaru / Soumonka 【Official MV】 <TV Anime “The Witch and the Beast” Opening Theme>

The Osaka band Sokoninaru, known for their overwhelming musicianship and precise sound reproduction, has had their song selected as the opening theme for the TV anime The Witch and the Beast.

The sound beautifully captures the story’s atmosphere, with male-female twin vocals weaving melodies and harmonies that dynamically portray the anime’s complex human relationships and the characters’ intense emotions.

Having explored diverse musical styles on albums like Transcendence and complicated system, they once again showcase the band’s hallmark technical performance in this work.

It’s a standout track that would undoubtedly draw any culture festival audience into the world of the series if performed on stage.

℃Luck Life

Luck Life / Degrees Celsius [Music Video] (TV Anime 'Tsurune: The Linking Shot' Opening Theme)

This song by Luck Life, a four-piece rock band from Osaka, is the opening theme for the anime Tsurune: The Linking Shot.

It’s a track that shines with Luck Life’s signature freshness, and it’s easy to imagine how much it would hype up a school festival performance! Each instrument has its own key points to focus on, but the standout is the drums.

In addition to nailing the numerous breaks throughout the song, there are many drum fills that really stand out on their own, so make sure to practice those thoroughly! You’ll also encounter some phrases that don’t often appear in other songs, so it’s best to listen closely and copy the details as accurately as you can.

Blood on the EDGEKishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets

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The opening theme of the anime Strike the Blood II OVA.

Overall, the drums pound out a super crisp, hard-hitting rhythm, so drummers might need a lot of practice.

But when you nail those tight fills, it looks insanely cool!