Japanese instrumental metal band ASTERISM premiered the animated music video for “THE TITAN” on July 3, ahead of their appearance at Anime Expo in Los Angeles. The video is brought to life with dynamic illustrations by manga artist Acky Bright, which were created as a special collaboration for their PLANET OF METAL album.

“THE TITAN” is the seventh and final track from the new album, which tells a story set at the edge of the galaxy where a horrific curse spreads across the planet, causing creatures to become violent. ASTERISM journeys to find the mysterious mechanical skull at the source of the curse, and battles to restore the soul of metal. The music video depicts the climactic final battle scene from the PLANET OF METAL story, including animated superhero counterparts for guitarist HAL-CA, bassist MIYU, and drummer MIO. To learn more about the story behind the making of the album and the fantasy world these artists created together, be sure to check out our interview with ASTERISM.

ASTERISM × Acky Bright - TITAN

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The concept album is a collaboration born from the artists’ friendship, which began at last year’s Anime Expo. Both ASTERISM and Acky Bright will return to Anime Expo 2024 in Los Angeles, for a series of special events celebrating the release of their collaboration project, PLANET OF METAL. The artists are teaming up for several live events including concerts, live drawings, and signing sessions, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience PLANET OF METAL in-person with the original creators.

Check out their full schedule of events below.

ASTERISM schedule at Anime Expo 2024

July 4, Thursday

13:30: ASTERISM Performance
- Location: Beer Garden Stage
- Experience PLANET OF METAL performed live, plus ASTERISM’s covers of your favorite anime theme songs!
15:45: Talk session by Acky Bright and ASTERISM
- Location: room 403AB
- Q&A with the artists, design process of PLANET OF METAL, live commentary about the new music video, giveaways, and more!
17:00: ASTERISM x Acky Bright PLANET OF METAL Signing Session
- Location: AX Kinokuniya booth 1800
- Don’t miss your chance to get the limited edition PLANET OF METAL CD and art book personally signed by Acky Bright and all members of ASTERISM!

July 5, Friday

13:30: Bright Horizons: The Artistic Journey of Acky Bright
- Location: Room 402AB
- New artwork reveals plus selections from his collaborations with leading US brands including McDonald’s, Meta, and NETFLIX, and details about Acky’s new projects, including his inaugural U.S. solo art exhibition in 2024!
14:30: ASTERISM Performance
- Location: AX Crossing Stage
- Experience PLANET OF METAL performed live, plus ASTERISM’s covers of your favorite anime theme songs!
16:00: ASTERISM x Acky Bright PLANET OF METAL Signing Session
- Location: AX Kinokuniya booth 1800
- Don’t miss your chance to get the limited edition PLANET OF METAL CD and art book personally signed by Acky Bright and all members of ASTERISM!
18:45: Acky Bright’s live drawing magic: 3 decks challenge
- Location: Room 411
- Acky Bright, a master of design who combines cute and cool, will give a new kind of live drawing performance. The audience is invited to choose a theme, and Acky will improvise to create a unique character right before them! Additionally, there will be plenty of limited-edition items for raffle!

July 6, Saturday

16:00: ASTERISM x Acky Bright PLANET OF METAL Signing Session
- Location: AX Kinokuniya booth 1800
- Don’t miss your chance to get the limited edition PLANET OF METAL CD and art book personally signed by all members of ASTERISM!
17:30: ASTERISM Performance
- Location: Beer Garden Stage
- Experience PLANET OF METAL performed live, plus ASTERISM’s covers of your favorite anime theme songs!
19:00: ASTERISM PLANET OF METAL Signing Session
- Location: Kinokuniya Downtown Los Angeles store
- Don’t miss your chance to get the limited edition PLANET OF METAL CD and art book personally signed by Acky Bright and all members of ASTERISM!

July 7, Sunday

13:00: ASTERISM Performance
- Location: AX Crossing Stage
- Experience the full saga of PLANET OF METAL performed live, plus ASTERISM’s covers of your favorite anime theme songs!
14:30: ASTERISM x Acky Bright PLANET OF METAL Signing Session
- Location: AX Kinokuniya booth 1800
- Don’t miss your chance to get the limited edition PLANET OF METAL CD and art book personally signed by Acky Bright and all members of ASTERISM!

: ASTERISM (from left to right): MIYU on bass, HAL-CA on guitar and vocals, MIO on drums.

See what the band members have to say in anticipation of their return to Anime Expo:

Guitarist HAL-CA

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28-page A4-sized full-color music book that was released June 26.

The band also announced their Live Tour 2024, which will return to the U.S. for one show only in Los Angeles on November 4. Keep your eyes peeled for more information on when tickets will be available.