It acts as a battle cry. In a season where the protagonists are often outmatched by the Ten Commandments, the song serves as a reminder that their spirit remains unbroken. Composition and Atmosphere From the opening guitar riff, "Howling" is relentless.
brings their signature "stadium rock" energy, characterized by Kohshi’s gritty vocals and Keigo’s soaring, melodic delivery. It acts as a battle cry
The collaboration between J-Rock titans and GRANRODEO for "Howling"—the first opening theme of Nanatsu no Taizai: Imashime no Fukkatsu (Revival of the Commandments)—is a high-octane collision of two of the most distinct sounds in anime music history. The interplay between the three vocalists (Kohshi, Keigo,
It starts with a distorted, urgent melody that mimics the feeling of a storm approaching—very fitting for the arrival of the Demon Clan. heavy-metal-inspired guitar shredding.
The interplay between the three vocalists (Kohshi, Keigo, and KISHOW) creates a sense of scale. When they harmonize during the chorus, it creates a "wall of sound" effect that feels heroic.
Much of the song deals with breaking through "long nights" and "chains," mirroring Meliodas’s struggle with his demonic heritage and the 3,000-year curse.
contributes KISHOW’s incredible vocal range and e-ZUKA’s technical, heavy-metal-inspired guitar shredding.