Music
Vaundy & Conton Candy release themes for Sakamoto Days anime
Music News: Vaundy (of ‘Chainsaw Man’ theme fame) and Conton Candy have released their opening and ending themes to anime series ‘Sakamoto Days’, which is currently streaming exclusively on Netflix in the USA.
Vaundy
“When I wrote “RUN SAKAMOTO RUN”, I aimed to convey the inspirational protagonist Sakamoto’s overwhelming, unmatched strength.
I was fortunate to have the opportunity to record the song in London, which gave it a unique sound, making it a piece I can truly say I gave my all to.
I hope the song ‘runs’ together with the manga, anime, and all of you guys!” – Vaundy
Opening Theme – “RUN SAKAMOTO RUN” – Listen
Vaundy artist photo provided by Sony Music Entertainment Japan. Art overlay elements by The Natural Aristocrat®
Conton Candy
“We are thrilled to announce that our song “FUTSUU” has been chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS!
This marks our very first anime tie-in, and we couldn’t be more honored.
When we first received the offer, we were overjoyed and a bit surprised, but those feelings quickly turned into determination. With that excitement in our hearts, we poured everything into creating this song.
You might be wondering, “A title called ‘FUTSUU’?”
Well, the lyrics reflect Aoi’s feelings toward Sakamoto. They’re filled with warm and heartfelt words, so we hope you’ll take a moment to listen closely and feel the emotions in the song.
Watch SAKAMOTO DAYS as much as you can, listen to “FUTSUU” over and over, and let’s create an amazing anime experience together!”
Ending Theme – “FUTSUU” – Listen
Conton Candy artist photo provided by Sony Music Entertainment Japan. Art overlay elements by The Natural Aristocrat®
Intro
Art Credit: ©Yuto Suzuki/SHUEISHA, SAKAMOTO DAYS PROJECT
“The hit manga written and illustrated by Yuto Suzuki tells the story of the ultimate assassin, Taro Sakamoto, feared by villains and admired by other hit men – one day, fell in love!
When Sakamoto met Aoi the convenience store clerk, it was love at first sight; and just like that, he retired.
Sakamoto got married, had a daughter, opened a mom-and-pop store in a quiet town, and completely transformed… into a plus size! To ensure a peaceful life with his beloved family, the legendary ex-hitman takes on a relentless stream of assassin attacks.
This action-packed story of the ordinary and extraordinary begins here!”
Learn More: SAKAMOTO DAYS Release Date on Netflix, Trailer, Photos, Cast
Art Credit: ©Yuto Suzuki/SHUEISHA, SAKAMOTO DAYS PROJECT
About Vaundy:
“24-year-old multi-artist who writes lyrics, composes, and arranges all by himself, as well as directs and self-produces designs and videos, he began posting songs on YouTube around spring 2019.
His songs, such as “Tokyo Flash” and “Fukakouryoku” have a memorable melody and cover a wide range of genres, quickly becoming a hot topic on social networking sites. He has garnered attention as a symbolic figure in the era of subscriber moderation, and his 15 songs have surpassed 100 million views, making him the number one male solo artist in Japan.
As of summer 2024, the total number of views on YouTube and subscriptions has exceeded 7 billion. His songs have been on the charts for a long time and have been used for anime tie-ins, such as “Ranking of Kings”, “Chainsaw Man”, and “Doraemon”. His new song “Homunculus” is also an anime tie-in for the much-anticipated anime, “My Hero Academia”.
Vaundy continues to capture the hearts and ears of his mostly teen fandom through his unique voice and genre-breaking style.”
About Conton Candy:
Art Credit: ©Yuto Suzuki/SHUEISHA, SAKAMOTO DAYS PROJECT
“Conton Candy is a three-piece rock band formed in 2018 by Vo./Gt. Tsumugi, Ba./Cho. Fuka, and Dr./Cho. Sayaka during their high school music club days.
Centered around live house performances, the band has become a sensation, with packed venues and restricted entry at festivals and events.
Their debut single, “Longskirt ha nabiite”, achieved double #1 rankings on “Eggs” annual charts for both artist and song categories.
In April 2023, “Fuzzy Navel” became a viral hit on social media, dominating music charts. This song, which became a massive hit primarily on social media, has already achieved 110M worldwide streams. It was nominated for the TikTok Music Award 2023 and charted on Billboard Japan’s “Heatseekers Songs” and “TikTok Songs Chart”, creating a huge buzz.
Their first full album, “melt pop”, was released in October 2024, followed by their largest-ever 9-city, 9-show solo tour which started in November.
With noisy yet pop-infused sounds, Tsumugi’s captivating vocals, and the unique groove created by the twins: Fuka and Sayaka, Conton Candy draws listeners into their signature world of “chaos.”(“Conton”= “chaos“ in Japanese)”
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