Anime Expo 2026: Giant Names of the Vocaloid World to Take the Stage in Los Angeles
Anime Expo (AX), the largest anime organization in North America, has made a massive announcement that will excite music lovers for 2026. The "JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID Powered by DWANGO" event, which will be held in Los Angeles on July 4th, will bring together the most influential names in Japan's digital music and visual arts world. The main guests of the event include Livetune (kz), a pioneer of Vocaloid culture; TeddyLoid, the genius of electronic music; master manga artist Kazuo Maekawa; and famous illustrator karory.
The lineup consists of figures who have left deep marks on the anime and music industry. Livetune played a key role in the global recognition of Vocaloid music, especially with the song "Tell Your World," which they composed for Hatsune Miku and which was also used in Google commercials. TeddyLoid is known as a visionary producer capable of transitioning between genres, recognized for the iconic music of the Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt series and the viral project "ME!ME!ME!." On the visual arts side, Kazuo Maekawa, the name behind the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney manga, and karory, known for their elegant character designs, will add artistic depth to the event.
This special event is supported by DWANGO, the owner of Japan's largest video sharing platform, Nico Nico Douga. While Vocaloid culture has evolved from being just a voice synthesizer software into a global phenomenon, events like this allow fans to bridge the digital and physical worlds. This move by Anime Expo proves once again that the convention is not just about anime screenings, but also a hub where the heart of modern Japanese pop culture and technology-blended art beats.
Attendees will have the chance to both watch live performances and participate in panels regarding the creative processes of these giant names on July 4th. In particular, the sets by Livetune and TeddyLoid promise to deliver a true "Vocaloid night" in Los Angeles. It is worth keeping an eye on Anime Expo's official channels for ticket sales and additional guest announcements, as tickets for a lineup of this scale are expected to sell out quickly.
