Girls Band Cry

* Key Visual 1
* Key Visual 2

Toei Animation's original anime series **"Girls Band Cry"** (ガールズバンドクライ, *Gāruzu Bando Kurai*) which generated significant curiosity upon its announcement on April 24, 2023, has now commenced in full swing. On May 29th, two music videos (MVs) for the songs "Namonaki Namamomo" and "Naru no Ri," performed by the girl band "Togenashi Togeari" featured in the series, were simultaneously released.

In addition to the music videos, details regarding the staff, characters, and key visuals of the series have also been unveiled. It has been disclosed that the members of the girl band Togenashi Togeari will be portrayed by five individuals chosen from the ***Girl's Rock Audition*** conducted earlier on June 27, 2021.

## Synopsis

The main character drops out of high school in her second year, and aims at entering a university while working alone in Tokyo.

A girl is betrayed by her friends and doesn't know what to do.

Another girl is abandoned by her parents, and tries to survive in the city by doing part-time jobs.

This world lets us down all the time.

Nothing goes as planned.

But we want something that we can continue to like.

We believe there's a place where we belong. That's why we sing.

## Production

The official website of *Girls Band Cry*, an original anime by Toei Animation, started streaming two new music videos and revealed key details including the main cast, staff, and a key visual. The music videos feature the songs "Nameless Name" (Na mo Naki Nanimo Kamo) and "No Rhyme nor Reason" (Itsuwari no Kotowari) performed by the in-story band Togenashi Togeari. Alongside the music videos, the website also provided information about the staff, cast, and released a visual for the project.

The project is notable for its talented staff members. Director Kazuo Sakai, known for his work on popular animations like *Love Live! Sunshine!!,* brings his expertise in anime and music to the project. Character designs are handled by Teshima Nari, who is renowned for creating adorable and appealing characters. Kenji Tamai from agehasprings, known for producing renowned artists, takes charge of the music.

Toei Animation's involvement in the creation, planning, and production of this project comes as a surprise to both industry professionals and fans. The company has primarily focused on producing content for families and children, with limited works catering to young adults, music, idols, and similar genres. This venture represents a new challenge for them.

The video for *Girls Band Cry* makes use of Toei Animation's notable CG technology, which has gained recognition in recent years. The MV credits reveal that the producer is none other than Satoshi Hirayama, known for his involvement in popular works like *Love Live!* as well as *Kyoukai Senjoujou Horizon* and *Accel World.* Hirayama has been part of the planning process for the series since its inception. It is worth mentioning that *Girls Band Cry* marks Toei Animation's first full-scale production in this genre.

### Music

The debut single of Togenashi Togeari, titled Nameless Name, is scheduled to be released on July 26. The cover art for the single has also been unveiled. This CD will also include the music video and CD drama. Furthermore, new music videos are planned for release on June 26 and July 24. Additionally, the second CD is scheduled to be released on August 30, with a series of releases following shortly after. The future releases will continue to include music videos, with a primary focus on showcasing the songs.

## Staff

* **Director:** Kazuo Sakai
* **CG Directors:** Mari Kondo, Jae Kwan Jung
* **Character Design:** Nari Teshima
* **Production:** Toei Animation
* **Music:** Kenji Tamai (agehasprings)

## Cast

* Rina as vocalist Nina Iseri
* Mirei as drummer Subaru Awa
* Yuri as guitarist Momoka Kawaragi
* Shuri as bassist Rupa
* Natsu as keyboardist Tomo Ebizuka

## Featured Media

### Music Videos

【Official Music Video】トゲナシトゲアリ「名もなき何もかも」 - アニメ「ガールズバンドクライ」Nameless Name Official MV【Official Music Video】トゲナシトゲアリ「偽りの理」 - アニメ「ガールズバンドクライ」no rhyme nor reason Official MV【Official Music Video】トゲナシトゲアリ「気鬱、白濁す」 - アニメ「ガールズバンドクライ」white drizzle in gloom Official MV【Official Music Video】トゲナシトゲアリ「理想的パラドクスとは」 - アニメ「ガールズバンドクライ」Ideal Paradox Official MV
### Members' Voices

「トゲナシトゲアリ」メンバーボイス 井芹仁菜 -ガールズバンドクライNina Iseri's Voice「トゲナシトゲアリ」メンバーボイス 河原木桃香 -ガールズバンドクライMomoka Kawaragi's Voice「トゲナシトゲアリ」メンバーボイス 安和すばる -ガールズバンドクライSubaru Awa's Voice「トゲナシトゲアリ」メンバーボイス 海老塚智 -ガールズバンドクライTomo Ebizuka's Voice「トゲナシトゲアリ」メンバーボイス ルパ -ガールズバンドクライRupa's Voice

### Promotional Images

Anime Key Visual (1)Anime Key Visual (2)Nameless Name - Key VisualTeaser Image (1)Teaser Image (2)Teaser Image (3)Teaser Image (4)Teaser Image (5)
## References

1. ↑ https://twitter.com/g\_rock\_audition/status/1409351008203862019

## External Links

* Official Japanese Anime Website
* Official Japanese Twitter
* Official Japanese TikTok
* Official Japanese Instagram