cinema staff Popular Song Rankings [2026]

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cinema staff “great escape” MV (TV anime “Attack on Titan” second cour ending theme)

This is the song “great scape” by cinema staff, a math rock band from Gifu Prefecture.

It was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Attack on Titan, which gained popularity both in Japan and overseas.

The intense rock sound and emotional vocal delivery are really cool—the word “passion” fits this track perfectly.

It’s included on the album Drums, Bass, 2(to)Guitars.

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Yoimachi Jēn

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cinema staff / GATE 【Official Music Video】

Formed in 2006, cinema staff is a four-piece rock band that captivates fans with a sound that incorporates a variety of genres, including alternative rock, emo, and post-rock.

“GATE,” a track included on their debut single “Suheisen wa Yoru Ugoku,” leaves a lasting impression with its ensemble featuring striking guitar arpeggios.

You can really feel how the irregular meter in the B section, along with the 5/4 time used in the A section, enhances the impact of the straightforward chorus melody.

Despite its complex song structure, it’s a melodic and lyrical number.

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Hoshino Takashi

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cinema staff 「theme of us」MV(major 2nd full album「Drums,Bass,2(to)Guitars」opening track)

The opening track of their second major full album, “Drums, Bass, 2(to) Guitars.” All the members are dressed as security guards while they sing! It’s a fun MV to watch, showing how close they are, paired with a cool, stylish melody.

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cinema staff / Sanctions Shall Befall Me [Official Music Video]

It starts with a guitar arpeggio, and even after it goes all-in, intertwining guitar phrases continue to deepen the mellow atmosphere.

Riding atop this subdued performance, the raw, emotional vocals are profoundly moving—an evocative track that reaches straight into your heart.

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cinema staff/ I Want to Be You [Official Music Video]

A track from the 3rd mini album “Blue, under the imagination.” It’s been a fan favorite since their indie days.

The song features an alternative rhythm, with a beautiful melody and lyrics that truly resonate.

The way it develops dramatically from the interlude into the latter half is quintessential cinema staff.

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cinema staff 'Rainbow to the West-Southwest' MV

Released simultaneously with “Small Dining Table” as a limited-edition single, this track serves as its counterpart: from the intro it explodes with energy, overwhelming you with a relentless sense of speed—an aggressive yet emotional song.

It also makes you curious about how intense the live performance must be.

borkacinema staff7rank/position

cinema staff　「borka」MV（major 2nd full album「Drums,Bass,2(to)Guitars」 lead track)

A track produced by Seiji Kameda.

It serves as the lead track from the major second full album, “Drums, Bass, 2(to) Guitars.” The song features an expressive, lyrical bassline, with a dramatic progression and grand melodies that are pleasing to the ear.