Milan Records has released the DAN DA DAN (Original Series Soundtrack), composed by Kensuke Ushio. The album, now available worldwide, features Ushio’s original score for the popular anime series about two teenagers battling spirits and aliens.
Based on Yukinobu Tatsu’s manga, DAN DA DAN combines sci-fi, horror, and comedy, requiring a unique and eclectic soundtrack. Ushio, known for his work on Chainsaw Man and A Silent Voice, crafted an upbeat electronic score with influences from disco, funk, and house. His music perfectly complements the series’ genre-blending and action-packed storyline.
Reflecting on the soundtrack, Ushio said, “When I first read the comic, I was amazed by how it sampled different cultures—occult, UFOs, rom-coms, and old Japanese movies—to create something new.
Sampling has always been part of the music I love, so I wanted this score to feel like nothing you’ve heard before, with diverse samplings that still fit into DAN DA DAN. When you’re done listening, head to a record store and find your own samples!”
Directed by Fuga Yamashiro and produced by Science SARU (The Colors Within, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off), DAN DA DAN is streaming now on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu in the U.S. The series follows Momo, a high school girl from a family of spirit mediums, and Okarun, her classmate and an occult enthusiast.
The two form an unlikely bond after Momo rescues Okarun from bullies. However, their friendship is tested by an argument—Momo believes in ghosts but not aliens, while Okarun believes in aliens but not ghosts.
To prove each other wrong, Momo visits an abandoned hospital known for UFO sightings, while Okarun explores a haunted tunnel. Both encounter unexplainable paranormal forces, leading Momo to awaken hidden powers and Okarun to gain cursed abilities. Together, they face these supernatural challenges, sparking a thrilling journey of occult battles and adolescent growth, with a touch of budding romance.
Based on Yukinobu Tatsu’s manga, DAN DA DAN is a high-energy mix of sci-fi, horror, and comedy, brought to life by Science SARU’s innovative animation and Ushio’s dynamic score.
About Kensuke Ushio
Kensuke Ushio is a renowned composer in the Japanese electronic music scene, known for his ability to transcend genres.
Ushio began his music career in December 2008 as a solo electronic artist under the name “agraph,” debuting with the album a day, Phases. In 2011, he formed the band “LAMA” while also performing as a supporting member for DENKI GROOVE during their live shows.
