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
Past Permances
⚬ 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
Take a listen to our self-produced live-off-the-floor album, featuring tracks from our debut set plus some of the best anime openings we love.
Kawaii After dark
As the official band of Kawaii After Dark, Ottawa’s 19+ anime nightlife experience, Killjoy brings your favourite anime openings to life on stage, loud, live, and unapologetically electric.
Beyond the music, Kawaii After Dark is a full immersive experience featuring cosplay, live performances, K-pop dance showcases, interactive games, themed vendors, and a high-energy crowd that turns every night into something unforgettable.
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