nano.RIPE

nano.RIPE is a Japanese pop rock band formed in 1998 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Built around a sound that blends rock, pop, and folk influences, the group began as an indie act before signing with Lantis in 2010, after releasing one single and three albums independently. Their music has since reached a wider audience through various anime series, making nano.RIPE a familiar name for listeners searching for anime songs and anime-related rock music. The current lineup consists of Kimiko (きみコ) on vocals and guitar, and Sasaki Jun (ササキ ジュン) on guitar. Former members include Shinn on drums, Abe Nobuyuki (アベ ノブユキ) on bass, and Aoyama Yuuki (青山 友樹) on drums. Across their catalog, nano.RIPE has balanced catchy melodies with emotional lyrics while keeping the indie-rooted identity that shaped their early career.