Fifteen Years, One Rhythm: Inside the Sound of the BayStars Anniversary Film
To mark a milestone season, the Yokohama DeNA BayStars looked back on fifteen years of challenge, belief and collective momentum. For the club’s anniversary short film, Tracks & Fields was entrusted with music research and licensing, ensuring the story of the BayStars was matched with a sound that carried equal weight, energy and emotion.
The result is a film that moves seamlessly between past and present, pairing defining moments from the team’s history with a musical backdrop that elevates every frame.
A Story of Challenge, Told Through Sound
Since commencing as the Yokohama DeNA BayStars in the 2012 season, the club has built its identity on resilience and the unbreakable bond with its supporters. Even in difficult seasons, fans believed in the power of their cheers, raising their voices and pushing the team forward.
The anniversary film captures that spirit. It is both a thank you and a promise. Gratitude for every fan who stood by the team, and a renewed declaration of the organisation’s resolve to keep challenging what lies ahead. Actor Muro Tsuyoshi brings gravitas to the story through his narration, returning after his role in the official documentary film FOR REAL – Moments That Never Return, What Remains.
The Right Beat for a Sporting Legacy
Music plays a central role in shaping the film’s emotional arc. T&F sourced and licensed an uplifting, motivational rap instrumental that feels purpose-built for sport. The beat is driven without being aggressive, confident without overshadowing the visuals. It builds momentum as the film progresses, echoing the rise, setbacks and resurgence shown on screen.
This type of track is especially powerful in sports storytelling. Rap instrumentals carry a sense of determination and forward motion, while leaving space for narration and archival audio. In this film, the music acts as a unifying force, connecting eras, players and supporters into a single, continuous journey.
Where Music and Meaning Align
At its best, sports filmmaking is about more than highlights. It is about identity, belief and shared memory. By carefully matching the BayStars’ story with the right musical tone, T&F helped ensure the film resonates not only with long-time fans, but with anyone who understands the emotional pull of sport.
The 15th anniversary short film stands as a reminder that sound is not just an accompaniment. When chosen with intention, it becomes part of the story itself, carrying history forward and setting the pace for what comes next.
