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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 listenercucumber roll (kappa maki)
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 (61–70)

Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet

MAN WITH A MISSION × milet “Kizuna no Kiseki” Music Video

Kizuna no Kiseki MAN WITH A MISSION × milet

This is a collaboration song by MAN WITH A MISSION, who are highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and milet, whose singing at the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics also made waves.

Written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc, Kizuna no Kiseki became a hot topic as a track packed with the charms of both artists.

From its Japanese-inspired opening into a powerful rock sound, the arrangement alone is enough to get your adrenaline pumping.

With a catchy, fast-paced chorus that heightens anticipation for the anime, it’s a collaboration by accomplished artists that truly delivers.

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Locomotion, more! more!the pillows

the pillows「Locomotion, more! more!」

Locomotion, more! more!the pillows

This is the ending theme of the anime Ninja Slayer, which became a hot topic for its unique, cyberpunk world and impactful visuals.

Among the ending themes that changed weekly, this one stood out for its catchy hooks that linger in your ears and its richly layered atmosphere.

It’s a quintessential the pillows track—evoking classic rock ’n’ roll while sounding anything but dated, with a crisp, tight sound that’s just fantastic.

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MephistoQueen Bee

[Oshi no Ko] Non-Credit Ending | QUEEN BEE “MEPHISTO”

Mephisto Queen Bee

Mephisto by the rock band QUEEN BEE, led by Avu-chan, was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Oshi no Ko.

Focusing on the “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 waves for producing an audition program, penned lyrics that resonate with those industry lies—be sure to pay attention to them.

Why not immerse yourself in the music video brimming with Avu-chan’s bewitching charm and its beautiful rock sound?

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Good Morning [New] World!BURNOUT SYNDROMES

BURNOUT SYNDROMES “Good Morning [New] World!” Music Video (TV Special “Dr. STONE: Ryusui” Opening Theme)

Good Morning [New] World!BURNOUT SYNDROMES

This is the fifth digital-only single by BURNOUT SYNDROMES, a three-piece rock band whose worldview has gained popularity as heirs to the “literary rock” genre in the J-pop scene.

The track was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Dr.

STONE: Ryusui, and its classical arrangement featuring string sounds is particularly striking.

The melody conveys both a sense of speed and depth, evoking the beginning of a mysterious fantasy tale.

It’s an exhilarating rock tune that retains the tightness of a rock sound while overflowing with an epic sense of scale.

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silhouetteKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Silhouette” Music Video

Silhouette KANA-BOON

KANA-BOON is a four-piece rock band that launched a new lineup in 2022 with Masami Endo joining on bass.

Their major 5th single “Silhouette,” KANA-BOON’s first-ever anime tie-in, was used as the 16th opening theme for the TV anime Naruto Shippuden.

The arrangement moves from an opening that features a catchy guitar riff into a driving rock ensemble, enhancing the sense of anticipation while aligning with the anime’s world.

It’s a rock tune with straightforward melodies and messages that feels exhilarating and gets you pumped just by listening.

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Don’t Wanna LieB’z

B’z / Don’t Wanna Lie

Don't Wanna LieB'z

A B’z song that passionately proclaims the strong resolve to never lie to oneself at life’s pivotal moments.

Released in June 2011 as their 49th single, it was used as the opening theme for the anime Detective Conan and as the theme song for the film Detective Conan: Quarter of Silence.

Koshi Inaba’s heartfelt lyrics and Tak Matsumoto’s dramatic melody—crafted to resonate on both television and in the theater—perfectly align with the protagonist’s pursuit of truth.

The track is also included on the album C’mon and the best-of compilation B’z The Best XXV 1999–2012.

When you’re wavering before a major decision and want to stay true to your convictions, this song will give you a powerful push forward.

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ShuraDOES

DOES “Shura” (Gintama anime on TV Tokyo: Ending Theme)

SHURA DOES

This is the fourth single, released in 2007, and it served as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime Gintama.

It features a distinctive, jagged band sound.

The energy and fullness are remarkable for a three-piece band.

Recommended for men with lower vocal ranges.

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