The BanG Dream! franchise is expanding with a new net anime short series featuring the members of Poppin’Party. Titled “Tsuredure Popipa” (Listless Poppin’ Party), the anime will depict the everyday lives of the band members in a relaxed and comedic style.
What is BanG Dream!?
BanG Dream! is a Japanese multimedia franchise created in January 2015 by Bushiroad. The project includes anime series, a mobile game called BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!, and live performances by the voice actresses who portray the fictional characters in the franchise.
Poppin’Party: The Heart of BanG Dream!
Poppin’Party is the first band to debut in the BanG Dream! franchise and serves as the central band in the first three seasons of the anime, as well as the BanG Dream! Poppin’ Dream! anime film. The band consists of:
- Aimi: Vocals and rhythm guitar (as Kasumi Toyama)
- Sae Ōtsuka: Lead guitar (as Tae Hanazono)
- Rimi Nishimoto: Bass (as Rimi Ushigome)
- Ayaka Ōhashi: Drums (as Saya Yamabuki)
- Ayasa Itō: Keyboard (as Arisa Ichigaya)
Poppin’Party’s music is generally categorized as pop rock and anime song. They have released 19 singles and two albums.
“Tsuredure Popipa”: A Glimpse into Their Daily Lives
The new anime short series, “Tsuredure Popipa,” will offer a peek into the more relaxed and “listless” everyday lives of the Poppin’Party members. This contrasts with the more dramatic and performance-oriented depictions in the main anime series and film.
When and Where to Watch
“Tsuredure Popipa” is set to debut in April on the BanG Dream! franchise’s official YouTube channel.
Other BanG Dream! Anime Series
The BanG Dream! franchise has expanded to include other anime series, such as BanG Dream! It’s MyGo!!!!! and Ave Mujica – The Die is Cast -. Crunchyroll is streaming both series.
