killJoy

Anime music cover band

Meet killjoy

Born from a love of anime, games, and J-pop, this Ottawa-based cover band brings the sounds of your favorite shows and games to life. Founded by the co-creator of Kawaii After Dark and the mastermind behind Killjoy, the band grew from a shared passion for Japanese music discovered through anime.With carefully curated setlists featuring fan-favourite openings, endings, and iconic game tracks, they transform every performance into a high-energy, immersive experience. From local conventions in Ontario and Quebec to the stages of Kawaii After Dark, they make every anime moment you’ve ever loved feel real, live, and unforgettable.

Upcoming performances

⚬ June 20th, 2026 – Yeti Con
⚬ Oct 31st, 2026 – Kawaii After Dark | Halloween Edition
Grab your tickets and catch Killjoy live!

PAST performances

⚬ G-Anime | Anime Convention, January 2026
⚬ Kawaii After Dark | Anime & K-Pop Nightclub, February 2026 *SOLD OUT*
⚬ Canadian Asian's Association Fortune and Fame Gala, March 2026 *SOLD OUT*
⚬ Anime Ottawa | Anime Convention, April 2026

Official live off the floor recording

Give our self-produced live-off-the-floor album a listen—featuring songs from our first set and some of the best anime openings.

Video

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