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Intro:
Following a group of overzealous singers who heal people via the power of their voice, each episode focuses on typical CGDCT antics, improving their abilities, and learning when they should(n’t) use them, slowly becoming decorated practitioners.

Animation: 15/20
Characters are dynamic and expressive, with a decent level of quality. The set pieces aren’t numerous or stunning, but everything works for what it’s trying to achieve. The character designs are cute in a simple way, and while none have instantly recognizable silhouettes, some outfits, particularly their clerical clothing, stand out.

Story: 10/20
Being a CGDCT anime, you’d be setting yourself up to fail by expecting a rich narrative. That said, ... the girls do grow well throughout the show and occasionally show surprising depth.

Music: 20/20
Probably the most masterful integration of inserts and musical OST I’ve seen in a TV anime; everything feels dynamic and, above all else, enjoyable. Each track fits its scene perfectly and develops moments or characters exceptionally. The musical numbers give it a Disney feel and make it unique for the genre.

Uniqueness: 10/20
Using the power of music as a metaphor for healing is a tired trend, especially by this point in anime history. However, the show uses it mainly as a setup for the rest of the story, which, while fairly standard, remains engaging. The more clinical approach adds interest and saves it from being a 5.

Enjoyment: 15/20
I very much enjoyed my time with this one, and the musical numbers gave it quite a nice replay factor as, from what i can tell, you can't find these anywhere else. Though with that said, I wouldn't be certain i'd come back to it at the present moment.

Intro:
Venus Project: Climax is a relatively underwhelming take on the idol genre, focusing on a group of contestants and their different reasons for becoming idols. Each has relatively reasonable motivations, and showcases the different lengths, both good and bad, some idols go to become who they are.

Animation: 10/20
Nothing outstanding, you're getting your standard animation style with predictable levels of quality, nothing here is fault, but nearly nothing stands out either; some of the fight scenes had cool moments, but other than that, pretty lackluster.

Story: 5/20
Pretty run-of-the-mill, Ruka had probably the most interesting storyline, and the most ecchi character design (yikes!); however, everyone else felt incredibly ... one-note, had very little development, which wasn't helped by the incredibly short 6-episode runtime of the show.

Music: 5/20
It's your standard anime ops and inserts; literally nothing stood out to me, and it was ultimately forgettable. If I weren't cataloging it on MAL, I doubt I'd remember anything about this show, including its OST, in 2-3 weeks.

Uniqueness: 5/20
Paralleling the music, the story was also fairly dime a dozen, it has a few unique changes and the idea of making the idol battles use some form of VR/AR combat arena was kinda interesting, but it was nothing that I haven't already seen from an arcade game that gives you those cards you can collect/reuse the next time you visit.

Enjoyment: 5/20
If it wasn't for how short this show actually was, I would have dropped it, but given it's only 6 episodes, I thought what's another hour of my time to say I at least saw its conclusion. If you have 2hours to spare and literally nothing else to get to and have watched literally everything else on the planet, you could give it a go.

Final Score: 6.0
Intro:
One of the earliest anime to tackle the struggles of chasing music dreams. It contrasts privilege vs raw talent, wealth vs hardship, in a way that’s direct but still relevant. For me, it stands out as a rare piece of 70s anime that dared to dig into the music industry.

Animation: 5/20
The style is clearly dated, with stiff movements and unpolished detail. Still, considering it’s 1970s TV, it does its job. Modern audiences may find it slow, but if you adjust your expectations, the deliberate pacing and expressive character beats hold up decently, if a little awkward and cringy at times.

Story: 10/20
The narrative ... doesn’t shy from the harsh truths of its time, showing how money can grant careers while true talent struggles. Even predictable turns feel earned, with pacing that lets you sit with each choice. Character interactions are mostly believable, though occasionally they do seem to be a little backwards, and break the emotional weight.

Music: 15/20
Recordings have aged poorly, but the core is still rewarding. Vibrato-heavy kayōkyoku vocals may feel odd for teenage leads, but they fit the era. Jazz mixed with Japanese instruments gives a unique sound. Catchy songs, though tragically hard to find outside of the anime.

Uniqueness: 15/20
A bold mix of music, drama, and social critique from the 70s. While not the only anime with idols or musicians, its willingness to address systemic inequality in the arts makes it stand out. Its datedness also gives it a unique charm modern shows can’t quite replicate.

Enjoyment: 15/20
I wouldn’t recommend it to everyone; it’s slow and niche. But if you like kayōkyoku, coming-of-age drama, or vintage anime, it’s worth giving a few episodes. If the style hooks you, you’ll find it rewarding to stick with it despite the rough edges of age and medium.

Intro:
SDF Macross was the first in a long-lasting series, focusing on the blossoming Mecha Genre of the time, and managed to focus on a much more grounded and, arguably, realistic take on the style.

Animation: 10/20
Age is dragging this down the most, but it's incredible what they were able to achieve with the cel-based animation style, and for the most part, stayed on model. Scenes are dynamic but obviously suffer from the animated 2s style of the era.

Story: 15/20
I was actually really gripped with the story, the twists and turns, as well as the much more mature and realistic style of writing. All of which were ... impressive to me, but a lot of the characters felt like they were constantly in conflict with their own emotions and acted like they had never been socially conditioned in their life (Despite other times acting reasonably), and no, I'm not talking about the antagonists of the show, hell half the time they actually made more reasonably human decisions than the main love triangle, if it wasn't for that, as well as the fact it seemed as though they were padding the pacing for the sake of episodes, this'd probably be a 20, though I could look past that latter point, as I did enjoy it regardless.

Music: 20/20
Undoubtedly, the best part of the show, aside from the actual lyrical inserts and OP/Endings, the soundtrack in the background for each episode was incredible, and each character's theme did a great job in the moments where they mattered.

Uniqueness: 15/20
Hard to judge for such an old show, but the musical twist, and of course, the incredible universe the writers were able to conjure for this show, has incredible depth, even at this point in the show.

Enjoyment: 20/20
I wholeheartedly enjoyed my time with this show throughout its entire runtime, and at points had to tell myself that I had to stop because it was getting too late (I watched 18 episodes in one day, with 2 breaks for food, and other sessions were just as long). Probably one of my favourite shows I've seen, and I can't wait to continue the sequels.

For those who it will matter to, I watched the show with the English dub, as I watched the show while doing other things, and you kinda gotta read subs!

Intro:
Harmony of Mille-Feuille focuses on a club group of A capella singers slowly learning to harmonize both their vocals and personalities, while a unique idea for a show, its 10-episode runtime should be all you really need to know.

Animation: 10/20
While falling into the standard modern-day quality of animation, nothing here is overly incredible or memorable, the set pieces are standard for the genre, and while not exactly a fantasy show, the character designs were lukewarm at best, my favourite being Minami Karin, though I do admire that style of character so take from that what you will.

Story: 10/20
It's your fairly typical group of quirky girls ... who each have their designated character flaws, which slowly get resolved over the course of the show. Nothing here hasn't been done before in a different way, but the a cappella twist was interesting at least.

Music: 10/20
Interestingly, the standout here was the music; I've listened to a cappella groups before, particularly baritone, and was infact why I choose this one as my next to get to, it's interesting and I liked the contrast between the Club and uni groups, it's a shame they didn't get to develop into something great throughout the show, though.

Uniqueness: 10/20
Likewise, the A Cappella subplot was an interesting twist compared to your usual anime, but it does feel a little shoehorned in, given the plethora of idol anime available. While my knowledge of a cappella is limited, the show did seem to do a fairly good job at representing the style, so I'll give it props for that.

Enjoyment: 10/20
It's short, sweet, and I was able to get emotionally attached to some of the characters, but it felt like it was trying too hard with the "I'm a quirky person with a character flaw, look at me" that, at times, was a little eyerolling. I'd say if you're a fan of a capella you might get something out of this, but it really is just your run-of-the-mill anime with a unique B-plot.

Final Score: 8.5 (Overruled 10)

Intro:
Macross Δ was my first real anime, watched in 360p with scuffed subs, and it hooked me instantly. While I’d heard of K-On! and Love Live before, this was the one that pushed me into actually watching anime. Bias aside, it shaped my taste in both anime and idol music.

Animation: 15/20
Like many shows of its era, the 3D hasn’t aged well. However, despite not being a high-budget production, the animation conveys the story effectively. Visuals fit the idol/mecha tone, with solid energy in performances. Not flawless, but it never got in the way of my enjoyment.

Story: 15/20
The story isn’t revolutionary, ... but it blends idol tropes with sci-fi mecha action in a way that felt refreshing. Characters, especially Freyja and her connection with Windermere, kept me invested the whole way through. It may lean into clichés, but the charm carried it, and it never lost my interest.

Music: 20/20
The soundtrack is the highlight. “Ikenai Borderline” is my all-time favorite anime song, and every recurring track has a strong hook. Songs feel organic to the narrative, never shoehorned in. Each piece adds emotional weight, connecting the music to the worldbuilding.

Uniqueness: 15/20
The idol-mecha fusion makes Δ stand apart, even in the long-running Macross franchise. It leaned harder into idol anime trends of its time, which gave it its own flavor. Some tropes are familiar, but the way music drives the plot keeps it distinct and memorable.

Enjoyment: 20/20
This anime was formative for me. Not only my entry into anime, but also making me love idol music and Mecha. My first figurine was Freyja, which should tell you everything. While my bias is obvious, the series left a lasting mark on me, and I’ll always hold it close. I've cried to this multiple times.