#interview • #music • #sidebar Interview: Musician Riho Furui Talks City the Animation, Songwriting, and More While fall charges ahead at full speed with a fresh lineup of anime, summer left a lasting impression on audiences with a catalogue filled with heavy-hitters and modern classics—one of them being CITY THE ANIMATION from Kyoto Animation. Of course, every anime KyoAni puts out arguably becomes a standout Rakha Alif • October 11
#news • #anime • #movie • #music Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Unveils Opening Video Featuring "Iris Out" by Kenshi Yonezu Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc movie got an animated opening video featuring the theme song "IRIS OUT" by Kenshi Yonezu. Animator Kamiya Yuki, who previously worked on the anime, directed and storyboarded the video. Tamara Lazic • October 07
#news • #music Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025 Announces Blu-Ray and DVD Release After the conclusion of the 2025 run of Hatsune Miku "Magical Mirai", it has been announced that the final Tokyo show will be available on Blu-ray and DVD in 2026. Jodie Parkinson • September 17
#news • #music • #VTuber VSPO Announces "Diamond in the Rough" Album VSPO! has announced the release of a collection album, “DIAMOND in the ROUGH,” which is set to be released on November 15, 2025. The album will feature new illustrations and exclusive jacket designs, and 24 tracks. Alysha Parkinson • August 17
#news • #gaming • #music Six New Project Sekai Figures Hit Arcades Across Japan New prize figures based on the mobile rhythm game Project Sekai: Colorful Stage have been announced and released into SEGA Arcades across Japan. Jodie Parkinson • July 25
#interview • #music • #sidebar Interview: Singer and Songwriter Mika Kobayashi Anime Atelier had a chance to interview singer and songwriter Mika Kobayashi, known for her anime music contributions mainly through work with Hiroyuki Sawano. Tamara Lazic • July 13
#review • #music Review: VK Blanka's Knightclub Vinyl VK Blanka is celebrating his North America tour with the launch of a vinyl version of his newest album, "Knightclub." As an anime fan, you may know VK Blanka from "Black Catcher" or "Black Rover" songs, which were both featured in the Black Clover anime. Jakub Kejza • June 16
#news • #gaming • #music Porter Robinson Announces Collab With Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage Porter Robinson has announced that he will be collaborating with the hit rhythm game Project Sekai: Colorful Stage (Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage). The reveal comes alongside news of the 3.5-year anniversary celebration and through Robinson's official X/Twitter. Although not many details are known, we do know Jodie Parkinson • May 31
#review • #music Ado SPECIAL LIVE ‘Shinzou’ in Cinema Review: Out of This World The Ado SPECIAL LIVE ‘Shinzou’ in Cinema movie is nothing short of spectacular. Wrapped in the guise of a love letter for her fans, the movie is a high-energy, visually stunning, and deeply moving showcase of Ado's vibrant artistry. It may look like an ordinary concert recording, but Carla Bianca Carreon • May 24
#news • #manga • #anime • #music Sakamoto Days Manga Gets Music Video Featuring Vaundy Shonen Jump's latest JUMP MV video features the "Run Sakamoto" song by Vaundy along with animated panels from the manga. Brett Michael Orr • May 20
#news • #music • #gaming Cast of Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage Joins Anime Expo 2025 Lineup Project Sekai: Colorful Stage (known internationally as Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage) will be featured at this year's Anime Expo on July 4, 2025, at the Peacock Theatre. Four voice actors from the hit rhythm game will be part of the panel that includes a talk show and a Alysha Parkinson • May 15
#PR • #news • #music Tickets Now on Sale for Ado SPECIAL LIVE ‘Shinzou’ in Cinema See Japanese singer Ado in this special concert film at over 300 US theaters on May 28 and May 31, 2025! Kim Pham • May 08
#PR • #news • #music Ado's Concert Film Comes to US Theaters on May 28 Ado will be appearing on the big screen across US theaters with the concert film Ado SPECIAL LIVE 'Shinzou' in Cinema on May 28 and May 31, 2025. Advance ticket sales will begin on May 7, 2025, and will be available to purchase directly on the official website. Kim Pham • April 30
#news • #music Evangelion Wind Symphony Tour Heads to North America Evangelion Wind Symphony 2025 is coming to three North American cities in celebration of Neon Genesis Evangelion's 30th anniversary. The acclaimed concert from Japan will make its North American debut with performances in three cities: Toronto (Canada), Irving (Texas, US), and Los Angeles. Tamara Lazic • April 28
#news • #music LiSA's Another Great Day North America Tour Adds New LA Concert Date J-Pop icon LiSA announces second Los Angeles concert date ahead of tour in June 2025 Kim Pham • April 24