Music
Explore genres, artists, and trends shaping the global music scene
Fanservice and Funk: The Soundtrack of Panty & Stocking Paid Members Public
The music in "Panty & Stocking" is not just eclectic—it serves to characterize both the protagonists and the wider world they inhabit.
The Cultural Impact of Naruto’s Soundtrack Paid Members Public
The series is not only celebrated for its intricate storytelling and well-developed characters but also for the music that punctuates emotional moments and action-packed sequences.
Anime Ending Songs That Hit Harder Than Openers Paid Members Public
As the world of anime continues to evolve, so will the significance of its ending songs.
Score vs. Soundtrack: What's the Difference in Anime? Paid Members Public
Given the medium's unique ability to blend visuals and audio, the distinction between a score and a soundtrack becomes pivotal.
Makoto Shinkai’s Melancholy Melodies through Radwimps Paid Members Public
The director adeptly utilizes music to heighten emotional moments, transition between scenes, and create an immersive atmosphere.
Lo-fi Aesthetics and Slice of Life Soundtracks Paid Members Public
The calming nature of lo-fi tracks provides respite from the bustling outside world, inviting audiences to reflect on their own lives and foster connections with the characters on screen.
Algorithms of Nostalgia: How Streaming Resurrected City Pop and Anime Paid Members Public
Mariya Takeuchi’s "Plastic Love," originally released in 1984, gained a substantial following on platforms like YouTube, where new generations rediscover this classic along with its rich, synth-heavy melodies and evocative lyrics about love and fleeting moments.
Thomas Newman to Score Star Wars: Starfighter, Says Shawn Levy Paid Members Public
Thomas Newman to compose music for Star Wars: Starfighter!
