Anime Maestro Hiroyuki Sawano to Electrify Los Angeles with Landmark US Solo Debut

Prepare for an unparalleled musical journey as Hiroyuki Sawano, the visionary composer behind some of anime's most iconic and globally revered soundtracks, makes history with his inaugural solo concert on American soil. Titled “Hiroyuki SAWANO Live in Los Angeles 2025,” this highly anticipated event is set to ignite the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on November 14, 2025. This monumental occasion arrives on the heels of Sawano's triumph at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025, where he clinched the Best Composer accolade for his breathtaking work on Solo Leveling, further cementing his profound impact on the international music landscape and the universal resonance of his compositions.
The concert promises an immersive experience, featuring Sawano's full band alongside a dynamic ensemble of rotating vocalists. Attendees will be treated to a spectacular performance of scores drawn from a pantheon of blockbuster anime series, prominently showcasing the epic grandeur of Attack on Titan and Solo Leveling, alongside critically acclaimed titles such as 86 -Eighty Six- and The Seven Deadly Sins. The stage will also welcome a distinguished lineup of guest performers, including Eliana, Laco, mizuki, mpi, SennaRin, and XAI, underscoring Sawano's rich history of collaboration with diverse and powerful vocal talents.

Sawano’s remarkable trajectory from a Tokyo-based musical innovator to a global ambassador for anime music stands as a testament to the sheer power and emotional depth of his genre-blending scores. His compositions have become synonymous with the intensity, raw emotion, and cinematic brilliance that define modern anime. His continued artistic evolution is evident in his recent single “INERTIA,” which serves as the captivating opening theme for TO BE HERO X.
In exclusive reflections, Sawano has conveyed the immense significance of bringing his live music to a US audience, highlighting the unparalleled energy of anime fans worldwide and the burgeoning demand for Japanese pop culture experiences beyond Asia. With tickets rapidly selling out and anticipation reaching fever pitch among both devoted followers and new admirers, the Los Angeles concert is poised to be a pivotal moment in the globalization of anime music. It will forge a vibrant bridge between Tokyo’s creative heart and the entertainment capital of the world, celebrating musical artistry, fervent fandom, and the enduring global magnetism of Japanese animation as Sawano's orchestral rock and electronic fusion continues to redefine the sonic landscape of anime.
Credits
Solo Leveling
Author
Chugong (original web novel), Jang Sung-lak (Redice Studio, webtoon artist)
Cover Art
Jang Sung-lak
Studio
A-1 Pictures
Publisher
D&C Media (web novel), KakaoPage (webtoon)
Attack on Titan
Author
Hajime Isayama
Cover Art
Hajime Isayama
Studio
Wit Studio (Seasons 1–3), MAPPA (Season 4)
Publisher
Kodansha
TO BE HERO X
Author
Li Haoling (original creator)
Cover Art
Studio LAN
Studio
Studio LAN
Publisher
Youku