The TSUKIPRO franchise brought a lot of nostalgia back by revisiting the songs from the 2017 anime series, KAGARIBI’s “Fushichou” brought a lot of new things to the spotlight and more.
This and more in this article – and extended video – of MONTHLY REVIEW July 2024.
This month’s episode is all about the music released in July 2024.
July 2024 was a month of revisiting the past or looking and the past and facing the present with an eye to the future.
KAGARIBI brought its aggressive yet romantic rock sound to the spotlight and even added some surprises in the mix and TSUKIPRO made us look into the past and reminisce about how outstanding the music in the first anime season was.
As such, the standout releases in July 2024 were:
- KAGARIBI “Fushichou”
- VARIOUS ARTISTS “TSUKIPRO THE ANIMATION ENDING THEME COLLECTION”
In the video version of this article – which covers many more CDs and features your comments – I also bring my impressions about a few CDs I recently reviewed.
Make sure to watch the episode!
KAGARIBI “Fushichou”

KAGARIBI always impresses with its incisive and aggressive rock sound – the heaviest in the Dear Vocalist franchise – and in “Fushichou“, the band went the extra mile.
The band’s blend of heavy guitar sound and a more straightforward, romantic vibe keeps shine in the title track. While it stays true to KAGARIBI’s usual punk-rock style, it exudes warmth and love, showcasing Judah’s growing confidence and passion.
The real surprise comes with “BöY,” a pop track with disco and funk elements, a stark contrast to KAGARIBI’s usual hard-hitting sound.
Soma Saito‘s vocals as Judah have evolved, reflecting the character’s growth and softened demeanor. While “Fushichou” isn’t KAGARIBI’s best work, it’s a refreshing and entertaining listen.
VARIOUS ARTISTS “TSUKIPRO THE ANIMATION ENDING THEME”

The TSUKIPRO franchise went back in time to compile all the ending songs from TSUKIPRO THE ANIMATION, the first anime adaptation.
And in this CD, especially because these songs were only available in full on the anime DVDs, most of you will experience the impressive tunes by SolidS, SOARA, Growth, and Quell.
This CD includes SolidS’ “holy tetralogy” of songs – as I coined back in 2017 – but there’s much, much more in there showing Quell going more emotional, SOARA maturing, and Growth creating wonderful, mesmerizing storytelling worlds in which we want to get lost in.
“TSUKIPRO THE ANIMATION ENDING THEME SONG COLLECTION” is a perfect entry point CD for those wanting to try to get into the franchise. It shows the best of all groups and bands and is a perfect appetizer for the growth all groups have gone through in the past couple of years.
If you’ve always wanted to check this franchise out, this is THE album for you (and it’s available on streaming platforms such as Spotify and YouTube music).
What is THTFHQ’s MONTHLY REVIEW?
As the name says, Monthly Review is a monthly feature in which I find yet another excuse to talk about male seiyuu music and 2D groups.
This is a feature in which I get on camera – unscripted (and usually looking a bit tired lol) – covering the most impressive/buzzworthy releases in any given month – and hidden gems that not many people may end up paying attention to -, counting on your participation as well in all 4 corners:
- Best of the month (3 best/buzzworthy/gems of every given month as picked by me + 3 suggested by THTFHQ readers
- Monthly Choice (3 CD suggestions by me – regardless of when the CDs were released – and 3 suggestions by THTFHQ readers)
- Music in the Horizon (a look at next month’s releases – it mixes my and your comments on upcoming releases by male seiyuu artists, bands, units, or 2D groups)
- Ask Vanessa (ask me anything about male seiyuu or 2D music, if you don’t ask, it turns into a “Soma Saito” corner)
Do you want to participate in MONTHLY REVIEW?
This show is a collaborative work between you and me, sharing our love for male seiyuu and 2D music projects. Don’t be shy to participate.
All this to say, don’t worry about not having perfect English writing or the sort, we all make mistakes and even I am not a native speaker – and typos are really my bread and butter here on the website – so don’t let that stop you from participating, should you want to!
As always, several times during the month, the survey to participate in next month’s episode is shared on THTFHQ’s social media (Facebook and Twitter) and on THTFHQ’s YouTube channel‘s community tab (make sure to subscribe to not miss the notification, or lurk if you don’t want to subscribe).
You can participate as many times as you want, I only ask that you avoid submitting the same answers in the various entries you make in this feature.
The goal is to feature as many CDs as possible, not to talk only about 1 or 2 CDs.
Please remember that these episodes are much more enjoyable with your insights. Every month I share a survey on social media for you to leave your impressions on new music.
Although only 3 people are chosen for each corner (less if there were fewer submissions), know I read them all. I read everything and keep being impressed by your musical sensibility!
THTFHQ’s community is filled with talented individuals, fans of good music, and voice acting. You geek as hard – or even more – about both things as I do!
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