Crunchyroll is returning to San Diego Comic-Con in a major way, as the anime streaming service has revealed a massive two-day musical festival at Crunchyroll Anime FanFest.
Crunchyroll Anime FanFest will take place on July 25th and 26th at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, where several artists will perform.
On Friday, the following artists will perform:
SPYAIR — Japanese rock band behind Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle theme.
● yama — J-Pop singer behind SPY×FAMILY ending theme.
● ASH DA HERO — Punk rock band behind “Judgement” for BLUE LOCK.
● Slushii — Anime-inspired DJ, producer, and multi-instrumentalist.
● Magnolia Park — Gothic anime-inspired alternative rock band
● Hyper Potions—Electronic artist known for anime-esque soundscapes.
● VGR—EDM producer known for video game and anime music remixes.
● James Landino —C omposer and DJ behind Tower of God original soundtrack..
On Saturday, the lineup features the following artists:
● Denzel Curry — Miami rapper blending underground hip-hop with anime.
● INIKO — Shounen anime-inspired genre-defying songwriter and producer.
● Pink Pablo — Puerto Rican singer and producer.
● ALI — Boundary-pushing group behind “Lost in Paradise” for JUJUTSU KAISEN.
● Yaeji [DJ Set] — NYC-via-Seoul artist, producer, vocalist, DJ and lifelong anime fan.
● Taku Takahashi x Alenoise — DJ and producer of the Black Clover theme.
● NOODLES — Los Angeles-based DJ.
“Music is such a big part of watching anime. It sets the tone, bookends episodes and stays in our heads and hearts forever,” said Crunchyroll’s Chief Operating Officer, Gita Rebbapragada. “This year, we are going to San Diego Comic-Con with a tremendous festival experience to celebrate the music anime fans know and love.:
The event will also include pop-ups, giveaways, and immersive experiences for the anime Gachiakuta, Kaiju No. 8, and Rising of the Shield Hero. Crunchyroll Anime Freefest is free, and doors will open at 1:00 PM.
