Why you should go to an anime concert at an anime convention.

Anime conventions are an epic place to cosplay, make friends, dress up and have fun, and enjoy the love of anime. But they are also sometimes for a lot more than that. Some conventions have a special emphasis on musical guests and massive concert performances! Conventions like Anime Midwest and Otakon have featured highly talented anime singers from Japan.

Going to a concert at an anime convention can be an exciting and fun experience for many people for a variety of reasons. Here are a few of the key reasons why people enjoy attending these concerts.

One of the biggest draws of concerts is the opportunity to hear live music from anime. There is a special energy and excitement that comes from watching these musicians perform live, that cannot be replicated by simply listening to the anime songs on YouTube.

Attending a concert can provide fans with a sense of connection with their favorite artists, and you feel closer to the anime you love. You can hear the music you love and see the performers you admire up close and in person. This can be a special and memorable experience for many people.

Concerts, like the conventions themselves, can bring people together to form a sense of community. People can bond over their shared love of anime and music and create lasting memories with friends and family.

Concerts at these large conventions will often be a high-energy and exciting experience, with the crowd cheering, singing along, and dancing. This atmosphere can be contagious and create a fun and festive environment for everyone in attendance.

Attending an anime music concert can create memories that last a lifetime. Whether it’s a particular song, moment, or interaction with the artist, people often cherish their concert experiences for years to come.

Most convention-held anime concerts feature amazing special effects, such as lights, pyrotechnics, and multimedia displays. These elements enhance the overall concert experience and create a visually stunning atmosphere, which is way better than watching a music video on YouTube, in my opinion.

Concerts provide an opportunity for people to express themselves through their clothing, dance moves, and overall enthusiasm for the music. People can be themselves and enjoy the music in their own unique way. Most people at conventions go to the concerts in their full cosplay gear!

Concerts can also provide an opportunity for people to discover new music and even new anime. Fans can attend concerts by artists they have never heard before and experience their music for the first time live.

By attending these anime con concerts, people can support the anime industry and the artists they love. The revenue generated from concert tickets helps to fund the creation and production of new music by these anisong artists, and ensures that the artists can continue to perform and create.

In conclusion, attending concerts at your local anime convention can be a fun and memorable experience. Whether it's connecting with their favorite artists, bonding with friends and family, or experiencing the energy and excitement of live music, concerts provide a unique and enjoyable experience that cannot be replicated by simply listening to recorded music.

Conventions with Major Concerts

Anime Midwest

Anime Midwest has had musicians from Japan including Lia and Deadlift Lolita. The event is held every summer in Chicago.

Anime Expo

Anime Expo has had anisong singers like Diana Garnet in their annual event in Los Angeles.

Otakon

Otakon has previously had musical guests like Puffy AmiYumi and others. I am jealous as they often have guests that can't been seen elsewhere.

Kanpai!Con

Kanpai!Con is a smaller convention that often hosts cosplay-themed musicians and artists.

AniMinneapolis

AniMinneapolis has had Japanese anime musicians such as Tia and Kohei, in addition to several nerdcore artists.

Ryan Kopf is a full-time computer programmer and web developer, the founder and organizer of several major conventions across the Midwest, and is your personal guide to attending awesome events.