Month: November 2015

HKT48 “Yume Miru Team KIV” Short MV Released

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HKT48 Yume Miru Team KIV

A short MV for HKT48 Team KIV’s Yume Miru Team KIV has been released.

The song is the coupling for the new Kishidan collaboration single, so naturally with the main song being a bit harder we get a softer idolish song to balance out the release.

The song is quite nice and laid back with a ballad sound and what appears to be double center vocals split between Tomonada Mio and Okada Kanna. By itself the song isn’t the catchiest song ever, but it’s nice and holds a nice contrast against the main song.

The video centers around Mio and Kanna running for student council president, with the two divided into groups where we get to see them plan out their tactics. Painting posters, making signs, and many other things as the members do everything they can to win the elections.

November 25th is the date, so check out the song and get a copy of the single reserved!

Source: HKT48 Site | HKT48 CDJapan

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AKB48’s 42nd Single Titled “Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby”

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Takahashi Minami AKB48

It was announced during a handshake event in Hokkaido that the title for AKB48’s 42nd single will be Kuchibiru ni Be My Baby.

Alongside the release, there will be a special set list made by Takahashi at the AKB48 Theater, but there is no current info about that at the moment. Still, it’s a relief to find out more info about this single since it is one of the most important due to it being the last for Minami.

From the title alone it seems like we might be getting a ballad or a traditional idol song so it will be nice to find out what it sounds like. Of course, we should be getting a preview anytime soon since the release is around a month away.

The release date is set for December 9, so make sure to get that copy pre-ordered!

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Makino Maria Mini-PB Announced

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Maria Makino Greeting Photobook

Morning Musume 15’s Makino Maria will be releasing a mini-PB based on her solo Blu-ray titled Maria Makino Greeting -Photobook-.

Most of the time, a Greeting Blu-ray release is done to promote a new member that not many fans might know and it’s uncommon to see a PB come out, but it seems like we’re in for a rare treat since there seems to be a mini-PB in the works for Makino.

Since I have just begun to get back into Morning Musume 15, I am curious to find out more about her so it’s a perfect chance to find out more and see a side of her we don’t normally see in concerts and shows.

November 14 is the date set for release so if you’re interested, make sure to get a pre-order in since we have only days before release!

Source: e-Lineup! Site

SKE48 Love Crescendo, Caramel Cats, Transit Girls, and Furumarion Unit Profile Pictures Released

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Love Crescendo
Caramel Cats
Transit Girls
Furumarion

Profile pictures for the upcoming SKE48 unit single featuring Love Crescendo, Caramel Cats, Transit Girls, and Furumarion have been released.

As the pictures suggest, each profile picture gives us a nice look at what to expect from each song. Love Crescendo are made up of younger members so naturally we have a fresher look with Matsui Jurina leading the group. Caramel Cats, in contrast, have a more fashion derived look with a cute dress and room look.

Transit Girls are more focused on the main members in a park setting that looks refreshing and calming, with Oya Masana alongside Takayanagi Akane leading up the group. Nearing up the end is Furumarion, the smaller of the units featuring Azuma Rion and Furuhata Nao with a more model look to their picture.

From the pictures it’s apparent that we are in for a nice release with a multitude of sounds and themes to look forward. Of course, the release date is near with November 25 bieng the date we finally get to enjoy this single, so make sure to get those preorders in!

Source: SKE48 Site | SKE48 CDJapan

Uemura Akari Solo Blu-ray Announced

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Uemura Akari

A solo Blu-ray for Uemura Akari has been announced.

With every PB release comes the inevitable release of a solo Blu-ray and thankfully it seems like we have the confirmation that we will indeed be getting a chance to enjoy more of Uemura Akari but now in video form.

Not many details apart from the date are known, but we should be getting a preview any day now since we usually get one shortly after the announcement.

The release date is set for December 16, so those who loved the PB are in for a treat with this Blu-ray.

Source: Hello! Project Site

Q’ulle “UNREAL” MV Released

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Qulle Unreal

Q’ulle have released the MV for UNREAL.

The song will be used for multiple things, most notably as the ending theme for a 4DX horror titled Vauxhall★Rideshow〜Kyoufu no Haikou Dasshutsu〜. Alongside that it will also be the theme song for an interesting anime called Real Account where social media has overtaken and 10,000 users have to fight to not lose any followers.

This song is half of the group’s next single titled UNREAL/HOPE, so it’s a perfect chance to see what kind of theme the group will have and from what I can hear we’re in for an amazing release.

With a nice melding of rap alongside the roars of guitars and idol vocals, it seems like the group has found a perfect medium for these two genres to coexist nicely. With a catchy and energetic dance alongside a Shibuya background in sepia, it’s one of those songs you have to listen to since it’s too good to describe.

November 18th is the date, so we’re close to releasing!

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Yumemiro Adolescence’s Akari Yamada “Piyo Piyo Aka-Chamu Sando” MV Released

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Yumemiru Adolescence Akari Yamada

The MV for Piyo Piyo Aka-Chamu Sando from Yumemiro Adolescence’s Akari Yamada has been released.

This is the final of the 5 solo song releases from the members, and it’s a nice way to finish since the song is hyper and quite catchy. With a strong electronic start paired with cute shots of Akari we get an interesting song that is sure to have you humming alongside her singing.

Like the other songs, it doesn’t have the most interactive MV ever made since it’s only a green screen in the background alongside her dancing in a chef’s hat. Regardless, it’s a cute song and it’s a nice way to end off the 5 solo song series that the group did.

Check out the other songs from the group, such as Kyoka’s “Sharkgirl ’99” and Rei Kobayashi’s “OVERFLOW”!

Source: Yumemiru Adolescence Site

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lyrical school Announce New Member Addition

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lyrical school

lyrical school have announced the addition of a new member: hime.

hime is an ex-Rhymeberry member, so fans of the group will feel right at home with her talent addition to the group.

It’s nice to see that despite losing hina recently they are still going strong, with the group forming a solid repertoire of talented idols for fans to enjoy.

She has vowed to do her best for the group so it will be exciting to see just how she does in the coming months. Welcome hime!

ANGERME “S/mileage / ANGERME SELECTION ALBUM 「Taiki Bansei」” Tracklist Released

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S/mileage ANGERME Taiki Bansei Regular
Regular

The tracklist for ANGERME’s S/mileage / ANGERME SELECTION ALBUM 「Taiki Bansei」has been released.

  1. Taiki Bansei
  2. Otome no Gyakushuu
  3. Nana Korobi Ya Oki
  4. Mahou Tsukai Sally
  5. aMa no Jaku
  6. Watashi no Kokoro
  7. Yattaruchan
  8. Gashin Shoutan
  9. Thank You! Crème Brûlée no Yuujou
  10. Jitensha Chiririn
  11. Chikyuu wa Kyou mo Ai wo Hagukumu
  12. Yuugure Koi no Jikan
  13. Watashi, Choito Kawaii Urabanchou

As you can tell, there is a nice assortment of tracks. Many from the younger days of the group as well as more recent tracks that fans will enjoy with an added bonus of new songs here and there.

Alongside that, there is a nice bonus for fans who get a particular version: bonus tracks exclusive to the album. Some might hate it since it means having to buy more copies, but it’s a nice way of adding value to each version. Here are the two bonus tracks that each edition will receive:

Regular Edition

  1. Kousaten
  2. Tomoyo

Limited Edition A

  1. Namida wa Chou ni Kawaru
  2. Kakugo Shite

Limited Edition B

  1. Marionette 37℃
  2. Ase Kaite Carnaval

So far the album is looking like a must-have for everyone with a massive amount of tracks for everyone to enjoy.

November 25th is the date, so get those pre-orders in!

Source: Hello! Project Site