Ryokuoushoku Shakai's Music and Anime Collaborations
Ryokuoushoku Shakai is a Japanese band that has been active for over 15 years. Their music has been featured in popular anime such as 'The Apothecary Diaries,' 'Delicious in Dungeon,' and 'My Hero Academia,' further enhancing their presence. All the members contribute to songwriting, and their diverse and colorful compositions attract many fans.
Regarding collaborations with anime, they often write new songs to match the projects. By thoroughly reading the original works and scenarios, they find resonating elements and challenge themselves to create new works while maintaining their unique musical style. In particular, creating the theme song for 'Etoile Blooming in Paris' was a new challenge, considering the film's historical and social background.
Challenges in the New Album 'Atamago'
The new album 'Atamago' is packed with new trials as a band. The title 'Atamago' was chosen as a word to encapsulate their music into a single worldview. While poetic in naming, it also expresses their love for their compositions. The recorded song 'Utamago' is a school anthem-inspired piece where all the members challenged themselves to sing together.
During the album's creation, they were conscious of live performances. They expressed excitement about how performing the new songs in front of an audience alters the expression and transmission of their music.
Expansion and Expectations for Overseas Fans
Through streaming platforms and anime tie-ups, Ryokuoushoku Shakai's music is also expanding to overseas listeners. From comments on social media, they sense the increase in international fans and are eager to perform abroad in the near future.
They always express gratitude to their international fans who listen to and support their music, looking forward to the day they can perform in their cities.
