Early 2000s anime scoring that nails the tension between samurai-era atmosphere and modern edge. "Honoo no Uzu" hits with this urgent, swirling intensity that makes your chest tight. Meanwhile "Honoka na Koi" does something genuinely tender without getting saccharine.
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The rock-infused tracks like "Tengoku to Jigoku With a ROCK" and "HEY! JIMMY" bring raw energy that slams against the traditional Japanese instrumentation in the best way. "Kokou no Oni" is pure menace. Quiet moments like "Hi no Owari ni" and "Chisana Kioku" pull you into something reflective, almost fragile.
32 tracks and the mood shifts never feel forced. If you're into Shinsengumi stories and want a score that matches their intensity, this one delivers.