UVERworld
Japanese rock band renowned for anime theme songs and energetic performances.Formed in 2000, UVERworld debuted in 2005 with 'D-tecnoLife' for Bleach. The band consists of Takuya∞ (vocals), Katsuya (guitar), Akira (bass), Nobuto (guitar/support), and Seika (drums). Known for self-producing music, they've released 10 studio albums and contributed themes to series like Blue Exorcist and My Hero Academia.
- Vocalist Takuya∞ battled acute disseminated encephalomyelitis in 2012, causing concert cancellations. He recovered after hospitalization.
- Their name combines 'Uber' (German for 'above') and 'Over' (English), symbolizing transcendence through music.
- The band maintains anonymity for members except Takuya∞, using stage names and avoiding personal publicity.
- Faced controversy in 2009 when a demo track leaked online before official release, prompting a public apology.