‘Mugen’, the collaborative track between MY FIRST STORY and HYDE, has debuted at number one on multiple singles charts in Japan. Serving as the opening theme for ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc’, the song garnered 26,404 downloads in its first week.
Released alongside the premiere of the anime on May 12th, ‘Mugen’ quickly gained traction among fans who have been anticipating the dream collaboration between Japan’s rock royalty and the alt-rock staples.
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Additionally, ‘Tokoshie’, the collaborative effort’s single for the series’ ending theme, was released digitally on May 20th. The track’s release comes ahead of the ‘Mugen / Tokoshie’ CD single, scheduled for release on June 5th. It will be available in two versions: a regular edition and a limited edition featuring newly illustrated cover art from the anime. The DVD included in the limited edition will feature non-credit OP and ED footage from the new series.
Yuki Kajiura, renowned anime music composer and the creative force behind ‘Tokoshie’, commended the dedication of MY FIRST STORY and HYDE during the recording process, praising their commitment to bringing her vision to life.
“I had the honor of handling the composition, lyrics, and arrangement for the ending theme ‘Tokoshie’ for the ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc’ anime. The collaboration with HYDE-san and MY FIRST STORY felt like a dream come true. During the recording session, I was literally getting goosebumps as they poured their souls into each and every word. I hope you enjoy ‘Tokoshie’, sung by these two artists, as the story accelerates towards its final stage!”
Yuki Kajiura
‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’ has emerged as a cultural phenomenon since its debut in 2019. The franchise’s immense popularity, both domestically and internationally, has solidified its status as one of the most significant anime series of the 2020s.
MY FIRST STORY x HYDE
Mugen / Tokoshie
Release Date: 05/06/2024
Label: Sony Music Labels Inc.
Stream: Spotify | Apple Music
CD: Regular | Limited Edition
