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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 (181–190)

Azaleanano.RIPE

nano.RIPE / Azalea – Music Video

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RIPE is a rock band known for creating numerous anime theme songs.

Their 2018 release Azalea was used as the opening theme for the anime citrus.

The song is themed around a flower that blooms in May, unfolding a bittersweet yet warm story that seems to embody the flower’s language, “the joy of love.” Its passionate band performance, enhanced with classical arrangements, conveys both fervor and hope.

It’s a rock number that evokes the love story of two people overcoming every hardship.

Why not listen while picturing the beautiful azalea, with its overlapping petals?

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SkylineNulbarich

Nulbarich – Skyline (Official Music Video)

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Nulbarich is a band that delivers music rooted in Black music.

Their 2023 release “Skyline” was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Migi & Dali.

It depicts a person endlessly traveling by rowing a boat through vast, beautiful natural scenery.

The expansive world of the song is evoked by its rich sound, featuring grand drumming and choral work.

With lyrics themed around bonds with dear friends and companions, it’s a perfect match for the story of the twin boys portrayed in the series.

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I'm not kidding.Nekraitoki

Necry Talkie MV “I’m Not Joking Around” / NECRY TALKIE – FUZAKETENAIZE

I’m not kidding, Nerukuraiteokii

NekratoKey is a rock band formed to recreate, with female vocals, the Vocaloid tracks that guitarist Asahi had released under the name Ishifuro.

Their major-label debut single, “Fuzaketenai ze,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime Girlfriend, Girlfriend, delivers a powerful impact with its tricky guitar riffs and addictive melodies.

The contrast between the verse, which weaves in irregular beats, and the poppy chorus unmistakably evokes the feel of a Vocaloid track.

It’s a hook-filled pop tune packed with clever twists you can’t fully grasp on just one listen.

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evening showerVertigo Siren

Vertigo SIREN 'Evening Shower' Music Video (Exclusive Cut)

Sudden Shower Dizziness SIREN

This is a 2019 single that was used as the ending theme for the TV anime Karakuri Circus.

Hailing from Fukuoka, the five-piece band Memai Siren showcases their signature blend of gently lustrous piano and guitar with a beat-driven sound that’s truly captivating.

The lyrics exude a sense of pathos, and the serious tone matches the anime perfectly.

If you’re into rock bands with beautiful melodies, be sure to check them out!

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Run! with Seiya Yamasaki (Kyuso Nekokami)Polysics

POLYSICS 'Run! with Seiya Yamasaki (Kyuso Nekokami)'

Run! with Seiya Yamasaki (Kyuso Nekokami) Polysics

A song chosen as the theme for the anime Cells at Work! CODE BLACK.

POLYSICS is a new wave techno-pop rock band formed in 1997.

The group consists of three members: Hayashi on guitar and vocals, Fumi on bass and vocals, and Yano on drums.

In addition to their striking outfits—coveralls paired with visors modeled after censorship bars—their eccentric performances are unmissable.

They’ve garnered attention for their one-of-a-kind style, including a distinctive sound that fuses roaring guitars with computer music, and lyrics that incorporate so-called “space language,” words that are impossible to decipher.

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NarakaHalo at the Yojohan

Halo at Four-and-a-Half Tatami “Naraka” (Official Music Video)

Naraka Halo at a Four-and-a-Half Tatami Room

For Halo at Yojohan, who made their major debut in 2018, their first anime tie-in was Naraku, released in 2020.

It was chosen as the theme song for the anime Radiant.

Halo at Yojohan is known for their impressionistic flowing, pleasant melodic lines.

This song combines a brisk sense of speed with a refreshing feel that fits perfectly as an anime opening.

Among guitar rock bands with captivating vocals, it’s especially recommended for those who love a straightforward, cool sound!

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Farewellfragrant olive

Osmanthus fragrans 'Farewell'

Farewell, fragrant olive

Released in 2002, “Saraba” was used as the first opening theme for the anime Atashin’chi.

Atashin’chi humorously depicts the everyday life of a family you might find anywhere in Japan.

The down-to-earth stories of a rough-around-the-edges, slightly scatterbrained mother, a taciturn father, and the rest of the family tend to end on a heartwarming note, which has made the series popular.

Kinmokusei is a five-member band from Kanagawa Prefecture formed in 1998.

Deeply devoted to the music of the 1970s, they incorporate its elements into their songs, giving their music a distinctly nostalgic feel.

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