An Interview with Ginger Root: Anime, Creativity, and the Journey to “Soarin’” from Sparks of Tomorrow

For Cameron Lew, the musician behind Ginger Root, anime has never been simply a visual influence or a passing interest. He describes himself as a “huge otaku”—and that enthusiasm has found its way into everything from his music videos to the aesthetic and world-building of his work. And now, that lifelong love of anime has… Read More An Interview with Ginger Root: Anime, Creativity, and the Journey to “Soarin’” from Sparks of Tomorrow

From “Memoria” to “Unrealistic” and “MONSTER”: A Conversation with Eir Aoi

Few artists have become as closely associated with anime music over the decade and a half as Eir Aoi. Since her breakthrough with songs like “Memoria” (Fate/zero), “Innocence” (Sword Art Online), “Genesis” (Aldnoah.Zero), and “Hello Hello Hello” (A Couple of Cuckoos), she has helped define the sound of countless anime memories for fans around the… Read More From “Memoria” to “Unrealistic” and “MONSTER”: A Conversation with Eir Aoi

When the Music Transcends Language: Enfants Return to SXSW

Japanese alternative rock band, Enfants, returned to SXSW this year to play the TOKYO CALLING × INSPIRED BY TOKYO SXSW 2026 event, one year after debuting at SXSW. Besides that showcase, Enfants performed at seven different venues during their few days in Austin. Before hitting the stage for the TOKYO CALLING set, which was well-received… Read More When the Music Transcends Language: Enfants Return to SXSW