Music Anime

Everyone has a dream they strive to achieve, and so does the musically talented Kanon Shibuya. However, due to her stage fright, Kanon fails to make it into Yuigaoka Girls' High School's music program and instead ends up in the general curriculum. Even though Kanon makes the conscious decision to quit music altogether, her classmate Tang Keke rekindles Kanon's passion for music with her own: a passion for school idols. Although Keke and Kanon try to form a school idol group, their effort meets strong objections from Ren Hazuki, the daughter of the school's director. Even so, the girls soon visit the director, who allows them to set up their school idol club under one condition—they must win first place at the Yoyogi School Idol Festival. The resilience of these aspiring idols is put to the test as they face the challenges that come their way. Throughout their journey, the girls make new friends and meet new members that join them to become the dazzling idols others can only imagine. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Music video included with the second single for the Love Live! Sunshine!! anime idol group Aqours.

In the town of Nerima, the boisterous Hideki and his stoic brother Ichiro run a daikon radish farm along with Mako, their bubbly but vain cousin. The three dream of raising the money needed to build their own concert hall, where their band—Nerima Daikon Brothers—would perform and hopefully rise to stardom. But their farm and Ichiro's host club job aren't raising money fast enough for their liking, leading them to resort to get-rich-quick schemes. Their plans usually involve tracking down evil-doers and then stealing their ill-gotten gains. Yet, while they usually do put a stop to the villains, they always end the day no richer than before. However, neither these failures nor interference from the policewoman Yukika Karakuri can come between this trio and their dream! With help from gadgets provided by the rental shop owner Nabeshin, the Nerima Daikon Brothers get themselves into and out of all kinds of ridiculous situations through their boisterous singing and comedy. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

When Miu was young, she was fascinated by the piano and took up lessons. When the show opens, Miu is in middle school. She is shy, a soft-spoken girl who doesn't have a lot of confidence in herself. Her friends would describe her as "sweet" and "quiet." At this point, Miu has been taking piano lessons for some time and while people have told her that she's gotten very good over the years, Miu herself feels she's not really good at anything—including the piano. Her teacher, Mr. Shirakawa, is often frustrated with her playing. Although she plays every note exactly correct, her heart just isn't in it... Meanwhile, Miu's come of the age when she's noticing boys and this shy young lady has noticed the handsome Kazuya Takahashi—even if he hasn't noticed her. This is Miu's story. The story of a young girl who is on a journey to discover the melody within her own heart and the courage to express it. (Source: RightStuf)

The OVA of Love Live! Nijigasaki Gakuen School Idol Doukoukai set to premiere in theaters in 2023.

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Second movie sequel of Wake Up, Girls!.

Virtual-san wa Miteiru is an anime that brings Virtual YouTubers to life. The term Virtual YouTuber, or VTuber, refers to a YouTuber who shows themselves as an animated character, hiding their true appearance but still bringing joy to viewers. VTubers featured in Virtual-san wa Miteiru include Hime Tanaka and Hina Suzuki, who together make the rhythmic music duo HimeHina; Siro, the cyber girl, who definitely, certainly, positively has never murdered anyone; the lazy, FPS-loving Hinata Nekomiya; the upbeat Akari Mirai who sexually harasses her juniors; and the lightweight Mito Tsukino, who has a serious superiority complex. In every episode these VTubers perform nonsense together in skits filled with slapstick, puns and fourth-wall-breaks. From the parody space adventure "Virtual Wars" to the nameless skit about bouncing gorillas, these absurdly funny segments are brimming with excitement. Virtual-san wa Miteiru is a one-of-a-kind comedy certain to bring delight to any fan of Virtual YouTubers! [Written by MAL Rewrite]

The story of Idol Memories is set in the near future, where live idol music performances in virtual reality have become commonplace. Against this backdrop, a pair of rival idol groups compete for the coveted "tiara," which represents the number one spot in the "Idol League." (Source: Crunchyroll)

Lovedol, or Lovely Idol, is a girl group consisting of two generations of idols. The 3rd Generation is about to make its debut, but to their surprise, they have been delayed! The vague reason is only that "they lack something." The manager, and the 3rd Gen. girls too, must find the answer.

Music video bundled with the limited edition of the Noragami Aragoto ED single. (Source: AniDB)

A music video directed by Tsurumaki Kazuya to promote the movies of Rebuild of Evangelion and the main music theme, "Beautiful World." The video includes both new animation and animation from the film.

Lemon Angel was once the greatest girl band of Japan, but then it broke up and most of its members vanished. When a music producer decides to put together a new Lemon Angel, average high schooler Tomo Minaguchi is approached to audition for the group. Little does she know of the mystery behind the original Lemon Angel... (Source: ANN)

The glittering spotlights. The sparkling, fluffy, cute outfits. The charming voices while dancing with bright smiles. Under the dazzling lights on the big city stage, these would be the mermaid idols who swim and dance freely underwater. But far from this big city, the girls once lived in the peaceful village of Parrel. These girls, who would not even imagine such a glittering future for themselves, are instead just raising a fuss over the snack cakes they are eating. This is the story of the cheerful daily life of mermaids who strive their hardest everyday. (Source: Official website)

The unit Over The Rainbow succeeds in its debut. Aiming to become like the boy band, more students enroll in Edel Rose. Hiro and the others begin practice for the Prism King Cup, an event that is held once every four years. However, a rival called "Schwarz Rose" appears... Who will become the Prism King, the one who can make girls' hearts throb the most!? (Source: ANN)

Mekakucity Records follows Mekakucity Days, and continues to tell the stories of the "Mekakushi-dan" members. Yobanashi Deceive Tonight, again, Shuuya Kano will tell a story. This is the story of a natural born liar, whose red-eye ability grants him the power to deceive, changing his appearance on a whim. But this poor boy no longer remembers his true self. Behind the mask is Kano himself, but this story is surely another lie... right? Lost Time Memory In one's life, there are many choices. Shintarou Kisaragi, haunted by the decisions of his past, locks himself in his room to cope. But still, he has choices. To persevere, he may finally be able to move on. Or will he remain in the past, only to drown in his regrets? No matter his choice, he will be forced to remember. Ayano no Koufuku Riron Ayano Tateyama's family expands when her parents adopt three red-eyed orphans. Sadness clings to these children, but Ayano wants to be the best big sister for them. Donning a red scarf, she shows the beauty of their red eyes and starts a secret club called the Mekakushi-dan. Ayano's family is her bliss, and she will do whatever it takes to protect their happiness. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Based on the same story that produced the classic musical 'The Sound of Music', this is the story of Maria, who leaves her life in a convent to take up the responsibility of taking care of Captain Trapp's children. (Source: ANN)

Music video bundled with the limited edition of the Noragami ED single.

The story of the anime revolves around Ichigo, who was just a normal middle school student until she suddenly got involved in the world of idols. The film will center on Aikatsu!'s greatest "Super Live" concert yet, the Dai Star Miya Ichigo Matsuri. Ichigo prepares for the concert with press conferences, last-minute lessons, and more. (Source: ANN)

Music video for the opening theme from 3-gatsu no Lion, containing new animation.

Walküre and Delta Flight used music to save people from the Vár Syndrome, a previously unknown disease that made humans and others go berserk. However, they find themselves facing a new threat… (Source: ANN)

The story follows the two titular girls Escha and Chron, whose contrasting personalities are like the sun and moon. The two girls are from Terminal, a future post-apocalyptic world that's empty and monochrome. The two girls cross worlds and arrive in the present day, which they call Transit. As Escha and Chron experience the light (scenery) and sound (music) of the real world, the future world of Terminal gradually changes into a more vivid world. (Source: ANN)

The third of four animated CLAMP music videos, the others being Clover and CLAMP in Wonderland. This one is based on the manga "Wish." "Wish" is about 28-year-old Shuichiro Kudo, a doctor who stumbles across Kohaku, one of God's angels. When he inadvertently saves their life from one of the devil's servants, Kohaku decides to grant him a wish to repay him for his kindness. However, upon discovering that Shuichiro has no wish, Kohaku devotes themself to him, vowing to serve him until he has a wish that they can grant. However, both discover that there are some wishes that can't be granted by oneself. (Source: ANN)

Official music video for Eve's song Yamiyo, the song was used as the second ED to the Dororo TV series. The song was on EVE's digital album release the following day.

Thirteenth episode included in sixth Blu-ray volume. This episode centers on the story of Mikami Kamiki, Yuuki Toujou, and Tsubomi Hiiragi. (Source: Official Website)

An anime special shown prior to the μ's Final Love Live Live concert that took place in the Tokyo Dome on March 31st and April 1st 2016. In the episode, the members of μ's visit the school's new baby alpaca, and muse about their current selves.

Six Gravity and Procellarum, Tsukino Talent Productions' best male idol groups, are preparing for this year's edition of the Full Moon Festival. The show's theme is "a new self," which seems to excite all the members. Some of the members from both units struggle to find inspiration for the theme, having matured from their last festival appearance. As they continue their daily lives while juggling their show business responsibilities, each of the Six Gravity and Procellarum members discover the meaning of "a new self." [Written by MAL Rewrite]

What does it mean to become an adult? While it may seem like it brings freedom, the transition into adulthood can also create a gap between loved ones. For the teenagers who once laughed together, work, distance, and responsibilities widen the rift between them. Reminiscence reminds them of the joy-filled times when they were more carefree, and even now, through thick and thin, their love perseveres. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

A series of commercials for Nissen's "cup noodles" featuring alternative versions of several anime series including Kiki's Delivery Service, Heidi, Sazae-san, and One Piece.

Do zombies like curry? Do they even need to eat? Well, girls from the idol group Franchouchou fall in love with Nissin Food's new instant Curry Meshi and take part in an Indian-themed advertisement, expressing their fondness for this sweet and savory delicacy through their songs. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Music video for the song Yuusha by YOASOBI.

At the performing arts division of Seishou Music Academy, the ever-evolving stage threads the lives of its students together as they tirelessly hone their craft. Yet, as the girls prepare for a new rendition of the previous year's performance, the carefree Karen Aijou begins to settle for a smaller role. However, her waning passion is reignited by the return of her childhood friend Hikari Kagura, whose sudden transfer to the academy triggers a flurry of changes in the class dynamics. Subsequently, Karen chances upon a secret battleground underneath the school, which houses a set of auditions that will crown its ultimate victor as "Top Star." As she dives headfirst into these enigmatic trials, Karen begins to learn about the tribulations that come with vying for the top. Even if fate wills them apart, Karen and Hikari must fight in hopes of fulfilling their childhood promise: to become stars together. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Second season of ClassicaLoid.

Utopia is a song that was specially created for the True Tears x Hanasaku Iroha x Tari Tari Joint Festival Live featuring the seiyuu (voice actors) from the three series. P.A. Works produced a video of this song which is included in the the Blu-ray release of this event.

For the members of SolidS, Growth, SOARA, and QUELL, the Tsukino Talent Productions' Live 2021 Summer Carnival is coming soon. The two-day event will culminate with a joint live performance featuring all four units. Due to the size and setup of the stage, each unit will need to create new songs and choreographies to accompany them in the riveting second season of Tsukipro The Animation. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

A special episode focusing on the story of Merm4id and Rondo, including a new, joint performance by the two groups.

After a successful Ayanagi Festival, Yuuta Hoshitani and the members of Team Ootori celebrate the beginning of a new year and their final semester as first years at Ayanagi Academy. However, with Itsuki Ootori expelled from the Kao Council, Team Ootori no longer qualifies as a Star Team. Stripped of their privileges, they also will not be allowed to participate in the upcoming graduation ceremony. Desperate to get their mentor back, Hoshitani and the others hatch a plan to convince the Kao Council to allow Ootori to reassume his former position. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

The second animated live movie for the BanG Dream! franchise and the sequel to BanG Dream! FILM LIVE. (Source:BanG Dream! Wikia)

Narrated recap of the first season of Love Live! Sunshine!!. Aired a week prior to the start of the second season.

A series of 2-3 minute shorts revealing the everyday life of some characters, back-story of others, and the occasional music video. Originally included as extras on the Macross 7 VHS and laserdisc releases.

In the near future, Japan has developed sophisticated digital and image technology. People are enthusiastic for a new type of entertainment called "FORMULA VENUS." Abbreviated as "F-V," it is a sorted live battle of the top idol performances based on the idols' power, techniques, and developed experience. The story is about the drama that happens among the girls in VENUS PROJECT as they aim for the top by concentrating on difficult battles, passion, and friendship. (Source: MAL News)

Music video for the song First Squad by Legalize, created by Studio 4°C.

A two-part music OVA series never released outside of Japan featuring the main Ranma 1/2 characters. They appear to be having a music contest at a local TV station. As everybody knows, these characters can't get along for more than three minutes and hilarity and hijinks ensue. (Source: AniDB)

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Original short episodes featuring characters in super-deformed style.

ARP: A 4-member dance and vocal group created by the latest AR technology. This popular group got their start with Avex, and are unique for their interactive concerts which combine highly-skilled song and dance routines with a format that changes based on how much the fans are cheering them on. (Source: Crunchyroll)

The story focuses on Yui, a girl who lives in the town of Paparajuku, and who dreams of being an idol, even if she realizes that being an idol is next to impossible for her. Her friends often remark on how much she dreams about it. But then, the PriPara idol theme park opens in her town, and that an idol named Laala is coming to town from Parajuku, which only makes Yui dream even bigger. The new PriPara theme park has been updated with new concepts. However, due to a system error, Laala is no longer able to PriPara Change. (Source: ANN)

Following up the release of its first full-length record in the U.S., Sony Music Direct (Japan), Inc., a division of Sony Music Entertainment Japan, Inc., has announced the U.S. release of a brand new EP by the Japanese pop artist/group, Ryo (Supercell). The EP's title track, "SEKIRANUN GRAFFITI" (SEKIRANUN means Thundercloud), is also the theme music to the latest Hatsune Miku PROJECT DIVA arcade console game and video game for the PSP, which will be released in Japan this fall. The release also contains the new single, "Fallin' Fallin' Fallin'," which was composed by Ryo and the celebrated Japanese Vocaloid producer known as Dixie Flatline. The SEKIRANUN GRAFFITI EP also contains instrumental and remixes of the two tracks. Cover art for the new release was created by Atsuya Uki.

MV bundled with the limited edition of the Ika Ice Tabena-ika? single.

Mini anime aired within the D4DJ variety program D4DJ Photon Maiden TV.

Shorts featuring the characters reimagined as idols.

For longer than she can remember, the monster Azami has been alone. Time passes her by, and she merely watches. Her loneliness finally ends when she gains a family. Yet human lives are fleeting, and Azami may have no choice but to face an unbearable tomorrow where she is alone once again. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Singer Hikaru Utada's YouTube channel began streaming a music video for her song "Sakura Nagashi," the theme song for Evangelion: 3.33 You Can (Not) Redo, set to scenes from the film. The music video features cuts that were not used in the original film. The video was available for 24 hours. (Source: ANN)

daze is the opening theme of Mekakucity Actors performed by MARiA from GARNiDELiA. The song was composed by Shizen no Teki-P (a.k.a. Jin) and a PV for the anime was illustrated and directed by Shidu. The full song was released on May 29, 2014 by Jin. (Source: Kagerou Project Wikia)

VAZZY and ROCK DOWN are the two units that make up Tsukino Talent Production's all-male VAZZROCK group. Led by Takaaki Mamiya and Shou Onoda respectively, both units announce via a round-table livestream that they are working hard to prepare for the upcoming VAZZROCK Live Flawless event. From taking extra dancing and singing lessons to starring in a TV period drama, these 12 idols must give it their all as they work toward a spectacular show that will impress their fans. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

"Agitated Screams of Maggots" was directed by Keita Kurosaka and released in 2006 with the single, "Agitated Screams of Maggots", made by Japanese rock band, DIR EN GREY. ASOM has a traditional drawing design with erotic and grotesque aspects. The video had also received some attention from it's art style and was shown at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in 2007.

Second Season of Shounen Hollywood: Holly Stage for 49.

Music video for Sunrise's High-DRIVERS! project.

Graduation Bear wakes up late and must hurry to graduation. However, the world seems to be against him as he tries to arrive at this very important event on time. With many obstacles in his path, he has to find creative ways to get to Dropout University on time. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Limited edition OVA episode of Miss Monochrome.

Second part of Given Movie: Hiiragi Mix.

Haruo Hibiki, a former orchestra conductor, suddenly appears in front of Tenshi whose peaceful daily life suddenly turns into chaos after meeting Haruo. Although Haruo is an up-and-comer, his troublesome personality causes him to be kicked out of the orchestra. In exchange for being allowed to return, Haruo must meet certain conditions. The conditioning being to establish a new boy's choir club with only male voices at Kawagoe Academy and win the National Boys' Choir Competition. Tenshi and his friends are forced to join the 'Boys Choir Club'. The new choir members are fed up with Haruo, who has a personality that is immature, cannot read the atmosphere, and can't help but use abusive language. However, as they continue to sing and are swayed by Haruo's mysterious guidance, they eventually become absorbed in the choir. As high-level rival teams appear one after another, will the Kawagoe Gakuen Boys Choir Club be able to accomplish its reckless goal of winning the competition? A hot-blooded youth comedy filled with soulful choir songs! (Source: Official site, translated)

Set in a city modeled after San Francisco in the 1980s, the protagonist has transformed into the hero Muteking and is fighting against evil aliens for some reason. Such a cheerful hero will return in 2020! Sci-fi hero love comedy Muteking the Dancing Hero, singing and dancing with pop music. (Source: Official Website)

An original song by Eve, sung by Hatsune Miku, animated by Mah. Eve's self-cover uses the same animated footage and was released on October 11, 2017. Eve included his self-cover MV on his own self-made record label harapeco records's CD+DVD release on December 13, 2017 as a part of his "Bunka" album.

Eriko Tamura is Kousuke Tamura, the chairman of Tamura Productions (reknown music company) and Minako Tamura's (former famous idol singer) only daughter. Having talent for singing since birth, she has always loved her parent's media world. Then one day tragedy strikes when her parents get into a horrible car accident, which kills her father and leaves her mother in coma. She is left in her father's best friend, Mr. Uchida's care. Now Eriko must take the path of singing, a path her parents did not want her to pursue. Then her uncle is out to destroy her career. But in spite of all the hardship, she becomes an idol and wins hearts all over Japan. (Source: ANN)

Prequel story of The iDOLM@STER SideM featuring Jupiter.

A Nico Live broadcast of BanG Dream! franchise on Monday has announced a spin-off anime featuring one of the units in the franchise, Pastel*Palettes. Titled Pastel Life, the slice-of-life series is yet to announce its type and broadcast details. (Source: MAL News)

Raki Kiseki is a second-year middle school student who transfers to Star Harmony Academy to become an idol. However, when she uses an Aikatsu Pass she received from her big sister (an Aikatsu engineer), something mysterious happens. Lots of doors appeared before her, and when she opens them, she meets Aikatsu idols she never knew before, such as Yume Nijino (Aikatsu Stars!). Raki vows to design her own premium dress and perform in it on stage. (Source: Anime News Network)

A Collaboration Commercial for Glico's Watering KissMint chewing gum with characters from Love Live! School Idol Project.

Mekakucity V's compiles more songs of the Kagerou Project song series, continuing to follow the "Mekakushi-dan." 1. Yuukei Yesterday 2. Outer Science 3. Summer Time Record 4. Shounen Brave

Two special episodes featuring a violin rock band, Morfonica.

First-year middle school girls Mirai Momoyama and Emo Moegi are two aspiring idols who decide to use the "Pri☆Chan System," a system used by famous people and companies to broadcast content. Like many girls starting their own channels and uploading content, the pair decide to become their own producers, starting their own channel in an attempt to become Pri☆Chan idols. (Source: ANN)

The third season of the mini series starring the girls of BanG Dream!

The five girls plus Coco, Nuts, and Milk all go to visit a castle-themed theme park, where they dress up as princes and princesses and go off to have a fun-filled day. However, Coco and Nuts end up kidnapped! The girls have to save them with the help of two inhabitants of the Mirror Country, Hidarin and Migirin, by battling Shadow, an evil clown, and five girls who are also from the Mirror Country that look very familiar...

Music video for Minami's single Ame wo Matsu,. The video was directed by syo5.

This anime is based on a 1999 radio drama about three very different girls: Akari, Yuki and Nozomi; going to see the concert of top pop idol Reika and by going to see this concert their lives are greatly influenced by it. Akari was raised in a very religious background, she is bright and cheerful and a big Reika fan. Yuki is an independent girl who ran away from her home in Hakodate. She is working in the concert hall of Reika's performance. Nozomi is the daughter from a wealthy family in Kobe. She's got one of the VIP seats at the concert. The three girls are so inspired by Reika's performance, that they all enroll in the Akiba music school and endeavor to become pop idols themselves. (Source: AnimeNfo)

Music video from livetune under the label Toy's Factory. Tell Your World is the theme song used in the Google Chrome commercial of Google Japan.

TV version of the King of Prism: Shiny Seven Stars movies. After appearing in the Prism King Cup representing Edel Rose, and getting a glimpse of what it was like to a be a future Prism Star, Ichijo Shin entered Kakyoin Academy’s High School division in spring and became a first-year high school student. Koji, Hiro, and Kazuki from Over The Rainbow left Edel Rose and established a new agency. They were all keeping quite busy. Meanwhile, after having the title of Prism King stolen by Hiro, the leader of Schwarz Rose, Norizuki Jin, proposes PRISM.1, which would decide a new king other than Prism King. He then announces that Schwarz Rose and Edel Rose will be competing with each other. While everyone is preparing for PRISM.1, Yukinojo is torn between being in kabuki and the Prism Show. He doesn’t feel like he’s living up to his potential in either and doesn’t know what to do. His father sees him like this and tells him to leave the world of Prism Shows... (Source: Crunchyroll)

A 30-minute OVA composed of five Koji Nanjo music videos, featuring never-seen scenes between Takuto and him, with an original art gallery by Minami Ozaki at the end. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

The bishoujo game music brand Gwave and the anime production company Studio Deen launched a joint project team called Cosmic Record. The Cosmic Record label's first effort is a May 27 CD called Downloader by the musical artist Taishi with the synthesized voice of Crypton Future Media's Hatsune Miku virtual idol character. The limited first edition of the CD bundled a DVD with a 3D animated music video produced by Studio Deen. (Source: ANN)

Naisho no Hanashi is a pop song by the Japanese duo and idol unit ClariS, written by Ryo. It was released as the unit's fourth single on February 1, 2012, by SME Records. The song was used as the ending theme to the 2012 anime series Nisemonogatari. A music video was produced for the song, directed by Kazuaki Nakamura. (Source: Wikipedia)

The film's plot is set in a southern island, where a Legendary Dress Audition is taking place. Nijino Yume and the others must find secret dresses said to be hidden somewhere in the island. (Source: ANN)

The story of "Ensemble Stars!! Road to Show!!" picks up in New York City and acts as a direct sequel to the anime, where the main characters have gathered for an awards ceremony because three of the movies they have created have been nominated. Considering that they are in the Big Apple, the idols decide to visit different locations in the city, but things are not exactly what they seem, and it's up to the protagonists to figure out what sinister force may be hiding behind the curtains. (Source: Looper)