Month: October 2015

Vanilla Beans “Onna wa Sore wo Gaman Shinai” Details Released

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Details for Vanilla Beans new single titled Onna wa Sore wo Gaman Shinai / Be-nius / lonesome X have been released.

This single is their newest release since their transfer to Avex, as well as their first triple a-side:

  1. Onna wa Sore wo Gaman Shinai
  2. Be-nius
  3. lonesome X
  4. Onna wa Sore wo Gaman Shinai（Instrumental）
  5. Be-nius（Instrumental）
  6. lonesome X（Instrumental）

Thankfully the MV hasn’t been hit by the Youtube Red curse so we do get to enjoy the MV without problem over here on the states and from what we can see it does look and sound quite impressive. With a jazzy and funky tune mixed alongside a cooking show format while they stare at a random guy, it seems like a unique format.

Sure, the guy has a dead look on his face and he’s probably thinking “Do it for the paycheck … Do it for the paycheck”, but it’s a nice MV for the release.

We’ll be enjoying those sweet tunes on November 18 so get your copy!

Source: Natalie.mu

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Kadowaki Kanako To Graduate From NMB48

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Kadowaki Kanako

NMB48’s Kadowaki Kanako has announced that she will be graduating.

It was announced on October 22 during NMB48 5th Anniversary LIVE in Osaka. Shortly after she also announced it on her Twitter account, alongside her goals for the future to be the best variety talent in Japan.

Again, it seems like the group is seeing quite a bit of activity since we last reported Riho Kotani would be leaving back in September. Thankfully it seems like she will be following her footsteps and is planning on becoming a talent.

Of course, fans are encouraged to attend her last performance which hasn’t been announced (might be immediate, but we don’t know since there aren’t that many details.

Either way, good luck Kadowaki Kanako!

Dorothy Little Happy “Restart” Teaser Released

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Dorothy Little Happy

Dorothy Little Happy have revealed a teaser for their upcoming single titled Restart.

It’s sad to see that the group split up and left only two members, but if the song above is any indication it seems like the two are more than capable of leading the group on and “restarting” as the name of their single suggests.

The song itself has an amazing sound with the vocals of the two matching the upbeat sound of the music. Sure, we don’t get much of a preview since the video is around a minute long but it gives us a good idea of what to expect.

Shirato Kana and Takahashi Mari have shown us that Dorothy Little Happy are still alive and well so definitely continue to support the group. December 16 is the release date, so make sure to put it on your Christmas list!

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Afilia Saga “Embrace Blade” MV Released

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Afilia East Embrace Blade

Afilia Saga has released the MV for their single titled Embrace Blade.

This song will be the theme song for the anime Tai-mado Gakuen 35 Shiken Shotai and will come in 5 different versions. The DVD will contain the MV for the song alongside the Making Of video and will be included in Type A, B, and C with the following songs:

  1. Embrace Blade
  2. Jumping
  3. Yakusoku no Ano Sora no Hate he

There will also be an anime version with a mini drama for the anime alongside a DVD.

From the start of the song until the end, we seem to have an amazing match for the anime since the song itself has a feel that closely follows the title. With an upbeat idol sound combined with a more somber tone it seems like the perfect song to enjoy a calm evening at home.

Of course, the MV isn’t complete since the full version will be included alongside the DVD in the actual single, but we get a good taste of what’s to come and I’m hooked. With war-themed outfits matching the anime it seems like fans are in for an amazing release this November 18!

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Spica no Yoru Release Previews For “YEAH!!!” and “Grasshopper”

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Spica no Yoru have released previews for their upcoming single titled YEAH!!! / Grasshopper.

Idols and chiptune haven’t mixed for some odd reason, but thankfully Spica no Yoru are here to take care of that and from the previews we’ve heard in the video it seems like we’re in for an amazing single.

The songs are fast paced and quite energetic, fitting the idol style but with the video game chiptune sound that many love. To me, it seems like a mix of Sandwich de 120pun? and idol music with a more positive theme, which is weird and awesome at the same time.

We’ll get to enjoy the chiptune goodness from the Famicom queens this November 11 through iTunes!

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Faint⋆Star “DESTRUCTION” MV Released

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Faint⋆Star have released the MV for DESTRUCTION.

The song comes from their single titled DESTRUCTION + 2 B rubbed PL4E edition, which will be released in 4 versions: USA, Japan, Indonesia, and Taiwan.

Fans of electronic oriented songs will definitely be pleased since the song is quite a catchy release in that style. The MV is certainly unique with a more simple but unique style coupled with the members singing in front of a white screen. Sure, it won’t win any awards for being the flashiest MV, but I’m loving the visuals and how the song sounds.

We’ll get to enjoy the single on November 24, so there’s some time before we get it, but for now check out the MV and pick up a copy if you enjoyed it!

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Team Syachihoko “J.A.N.A.I.C.A.” MV Released

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Team Syachihoko have released the MV for their song titled J.A.N.A.I.C.A.

What do you get when you combine everything I love about Japan in a single video? You get J.A.N.A.I.C.A.

This is the first time I hear about the group since there are quite a lot of idol groups nowadays, but after watching this video I can say with a smile that this will certainly be a group I will keep an eye on.

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Para para, wacky Japanese dance and outfits, combined with an overly happy electronic sound that will stay in your head longer than you can imagine. The video is hard to describe in words alone so make sure to check it out after the break since this is a must see for idol fans and get a fan so we can get more amazing idol wackiness from this group.

We’ll be enjoying the single October 28, so just a few more days!

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Matsui Jurina Leaves AKB48, To Remain In SKE48

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Matsui Jurina

Matsui Jurina has announced that she will be leaving her current position in AKB48 to continue only in SKE48.

She made the announcement during the broadcast of AKB48 All Night Nippon ~Konya, Matsui Jurina ga Namahousou de Juudia Happyou SP~ with Akimoto being present.

According to Matsui Jurina, she wanted SKE48 to lead the other groups and surpass them, but since she was in both groups it was a bit of a conflict. With the graduation of Rena, she decided to commit herself to SKE48 only.

I can imagine how hard it must be to be in two groups that while being in the same company are competing against each other in some sense so her decision seems natural. Of course, some might be upset but to me this is definitely the best choice so she’s happy with her performances and can perform at her best.

So far, we don’t have any set date for her graduation from AKB48. We should find out soon, until then please continue supporting Matsui Jurina in SKE48!

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Silent Siren “alarm” MV Released

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Silent Siren has released the MV for alarm.

I’m a fan of girl rock bands with a J-pop sound (SCANDAL) and this group sounds like it will be on my radar since they have a soft and catchy style that is perfect to listen on a soft and rainy morning.

The MV itself has a home feel to it with members of the group doing various activities such as using a phone or playing cards on a table combined with the band playing in front of a house with a breeze playfully going through. The style fits the song perfectly with the filter fitting the song well so it seems like fans are in for a treat.

It will be released on November 4, so just a few weeks more and I’ll definitely be among the first to get my copy since I’m loving this band so far!

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