The infectious jazz-fusion soundtrack to 'Cowboy Bebop' is arguably the best anime soundtrack of all time, and honestly should be in the discussion for best soundtracks period. But what is it about these songs that still endure after 20 years? Why does 'Bebop' stand out from everything else in the genre? That’s because when it comes to music, nobody approaches it like the eccentric and brilliant composer Yoko Kanno. She revolutionized the sound of anime and made some absolute bangers in the process.

Why Is the Music in 'Cowboy Bebop' so Damn Good?

20 years have passed since we were all exposed to the majesty that is 'Cowboy Bebop' and ever since the show wrapped production we have been feeling a little empty inside. Here are 5 shows that can help you fill that anime-shaped hole in your heart.

Also, please excuse and mispronunciations of Japanese names. We tried, but we're not perfect.

5 Anime Shows Like 'Cowboy Bebop' That You Need to Watch

Sponsored by Google Play | This week, Honest Trailers walks the thin line between poking fun at space cowboy classic, 'Cowboy Bebop', and avoiding being eternally shunned by the pretentious anime crowd. That's one of our favourite crowds!

Honest Trailers | Cowboy Bebop (Sky TV)

Honest Trailers | Cowboy Bebop

Everything you need to know about Spike from Rugrats

Who is Spike?

Everything you need to know about Spike from Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

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'Rugrats' Profile: Spike

Director Spike Lee discusses his upcoming remake of "Oldboy".

Oldboy - Spike Lee

Everything you need to know about Spike from My Little Pony

'My Little Pony' Lore: Spike

Everything you need to know about Wolf from Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Wolf in Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Everything you need to know about Spike from 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'.

'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Profile: Spike

Sponsored by Dunkin' | In this Dunkin’ Duos video series, antcap24, of Fandom’s Muthead.com, explores the Cowboys Madden 21 roster to identify players that dominate as a duo. 

The Cowboys have had one of the most dominant offensive lines in football for the past several seasons and the battle in the trenches is more important than ever in the new Madden. Tyron Smith and Zack Martin lock down both sides of the offensive line to protect Dak Prescott and lead the way for Zeke Elliot.

Madden | Cowboys

Chef and mixologist Kathy Casey shows us  that getting creative with punch is fun and easy. Not only can you use whatever base spirit strikes your fancy, but you can also jazz up your serving bowl with decorative ice and sliced fruit. This Spiked Iced Tea Punch is perfect for a party!

How to make spiked iced tea punch

Everything you need to know about Jet Link, a character from Shotaro Ishinomori's Cyborg 009 franchise and a supporting character in the Cyborg 009 vs. Devilman OVA crossover film.

Who is Jet Link?

What would you do to ensure your child had college tuition? Would you start an illegal casino? That's what's going on in The House. Check out the first trailer for this new comedy.

'The House' Trailer - Will Ferrell & Amy Poehler Start a Casino

Slayers: A Buffyverse Story | Audiograms - Spike

Slayers: A Buffyverse Story | Audiograms Spike, Indira and Clem

Fandom interviews Stephen Farrelly & Gary Anthony Williams, who play Rocksteady & Bebop in "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows"

TMNT 2 - Stephen Farrelly & Gary Anthony Williams Interview

The debut redband theatrical trailer for Spike Lee's Oldboy. 

Oldboy - Official Theatrical Trailer

Happy New Year from Screen Junkies! We’ll be back next week with a brand new Honest Trailer episode, but for now, enjoy this compilation of every time we’ve tested our power level against an anime, plus Japanese Spider-Man because we never need an excuse to rewatch that one

Pokemon: The First Movie
Demon Slayer: Mugen Train
Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero
Cowboy Bebop
Akira
Dragonball Evolution
Ghost in the Shell
Detective Pikachu
One Piece
Japanese Spider-Man

Voice Narration: Jon Bailey the EPIC VOICE GUY (@epicvoiceguy on all socials)
Title Design: Robert Holtby
Written by: Spencer Gilbert and Lon Harris
Produced by: Spencer Gilbert
Edited by: Kevin Williamsen
Post-Production Manager: Emin Bassavand
Manager, Video Operations: Tiffany Tse
Post-Production Specialist: Rebecca Castaneda
VP Content: Max Dionne

Every Anime Honest Trailer

In this Speedrun the News edition, see how The Last of Us Season 2's finale drove massive spikes in gaming wiki traffic and what Sony's planning next for the franchise.

FanPulse: The Last of Us Season Finale

The season of giving (and receiving) is here, and were ready to celebrate. From now until January 2, every day is a snow day in Overwatch! Unwrap all new holiday-themed loot, take a stroll through the decked halls of Hanamura and King's Row, and put your enemies on ice in our latest brawl: Meis Snowball Offensive.

Nov 18, 2021

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