Month: February 2016

AKB48 “Kimi wa Melody” MV Released

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AKB48 Kimi wa Melody

The MV for AKB48’s Kimi wa Melody has been released.

Featuring graduated members Maeda Atsuko, Oshima Yuko, Itano Tomomi, as well as Shinoda Mariko, this 10th Anniversary single releasing March 9th in 9 versions is certainly one that fans of all generations will love.

Type A Regular
Type B Regular
Type C Regular
Type D Regular
Type E Regular
Type A Limited
Type B Limited
Type C Limited
Type D Limited
Type E Limited

Featuring a slow and calm sound that is sure to have you smiling as you watch the colorful Japanese scenery as members of the group play, dance, and sing.

This song is more on the mature side, but it’s certainly a unique one since fans of the group will feel nostalgic for the memories of having the members all together.

Well worth a look and a solid MV from this amazing group!

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Team Syachihoko’s Ando Yuzu In Indefinite Hiatus Due to Health

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Team Syachihoko Ando Yuzu

Team Syachihoko’s Ando Yuzu has been placed on indefinite hiatus due to her vertigo.

The news was revealed through the group’s official site, where the manager of the group also mentioned that they hope she would be able to recover and would soon be able to rejoin the group soon. She had been previously diagnosed with vertigo back in November of 2015.

Health conditions are always a priority when it comes to idols, so it’s nice to see that she is being given priority and being placed on hiatus for her health.

Hopefully she can make a recovery and come back soon!

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sora tob sakana “Mahou no Kotoba” MV Released

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sora tob sakana Mahou no Kotoba MV

The MV for sora tob sakana‘s Mahou no Kotoba has been released.

Out February 16 and part of their 2nd single with the same name, this single is certainly an interesting one since we get to see the members dancing in a white dress in the cold rainy streets of Shibuya.

Regardless of the temperature, the song itself is catchy and has a nice calm beat to it that is sure to have you dreaming of rainy days. There isn’t much of a big beat to the song, but it is relaxing and I’m happy to see that the visuals they used in the video match the song well.

Well worth a look to get you relaxed with some nice idol beats from this up and coming group!

sora tob sakan “Mahou no Kotoba” CDJapan

 

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Sakura Gakuin 6th Album Previews Released

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Sakura Gakuin 2015 Nendo Kirameki no Kakera Regular Cover
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The short MV for Sakura Gakuin’s Kirameki no Kakera has been released.

Gakuin Version
Sakura Version
  1. School Days
  2. Mezase! Superlady -2015 Nendo-
  3. Chime
  4. Mathematica!
  5. Japakara Goo Goo ♡ Omelet
  6. Suimin Busoku
  7. Piece de Check! -2015-
  8. Science Girl ▽ Silence Boy
  9. Michi Shirube
  10. Yakusoku no Mirai
  11. Kirameki no Kakera
  12. Yume ni Mukatte

Part of their upcoming album titled Sakura Gakuin 2015 Nendo ~Kirameki no Kakera~ on March 3, this album is certainly shaping up to be an interesting one with a nice idol sound alongside some guitars.

Sure, they’re wearing seifuku on the beach, but they’re idols so it makes it somewhat cute. Regardless of the MV setting the song itself is quite nice despite lacking somewhat of an oomph at times for me but so far it seems like a decent song for the group nonetheless.

There is a preview for the entire album up as well and that is highly recommended for everyone to check out since it gives a much better look at what to expect from this album with short clips of every song as well as some looks at the videos in the DVDs for the versions.

Among the previews Piece de Check! -2015- is my favorite, and the other tracks sound interesting. The slight ripoff of the Mechaike Bakajo test was somewhat “meh” to watch, but still a nice bonus for those who would like to see it.

Check both videos out after the break!

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LoVendoЯ “Takaramono” MV Released

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Lovendor Takaramono MV

The MV for LoVendoЯ’s Takaramono has been released.

The single will be out February 24, so we’re just a few weeks away from this release and it’s great that we get to experience a song that Tanaka Reina wrote since it is certainly a treasure for fans.

As expected of the title, the song is laid back and talks about the happy feeling and memories you get from friends and family. The beat is strong but catchy so it’s definitely among the best songs I have heard in a while since you can feel the passion.

Being the first Lovendor song I have heard I am certainly impressed to see just how Reina has grown the group into something that is sure to have fans happy.

Well worth a look for fans of ballads and Reina!

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Matsui Rena To Make Comeback With “Shabon”

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Matsui Rena

Matsui Rena will be making her comeback after her graduation from SKE48 with a single titled Shabon.

She has lived her life as a talent for now making appearances as an actress, modeling, and more but she recently revealed that she will be singing the tie-in song for the drama that will be starting in March.

Charan Po Rantan

It will not exactly be a single release since it will be with a unit titled Matsui Rena and Charan Po Rantan, Charan Po Rantan being a group consisting of two sisters.

More details will be released soon but this will certainly be among the most unique collaborations we have seen and one fans of Rena will be happy to see since it has been some time since her graduation.

Matsui Rena OHP

Momoiro Clover Z “Mahorovacation” MV Released

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Momoiro Clover Z Mahorovacation MV

The MV for Momoiro Clover Z’s Mahorovacation has been released.

Releasing February 17, this track is part of their 4th album titled Hakkin no Yoake.

Craving some groovy idol songs with a monk band including a monk that raps? You’re in luck since Momoiro Clover Z have you covered!

With a colorful setting and the members doing aerobics while they also perform with white hair on a colorful stage, this MV is a visual treat. Alongside that the song itself is catchy and well suiting of the group since it has a nice lightweight sound that is sure to have you jamming.

Well worth a look for those who are fans of lighter songs!

Momoiro Clover Z CDJapan
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Kobushi Factory “Osu! Kobushi Tamashii” MV Released

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Kobushi Factory Osu Kobushi Tamashii MV

The MV for Kobushi Factory’s single titled Osu! Kobushi Tamashii has been released.

Releasing on February 17 alongside the main track the single will also feature 2 other a-sides titled Sakura Night Fever as well as Chotto Guchoku ni! Chototsu Moushin.

The theme for the song is competition with the members facing off against each other as they pose as Yankees. With a fun beat to the song it seems like a fun song to listen to and show off the group and just how good they are at adapting to any genre.

Well worth a look for those looking for some colorful rivalry alongside some catchy beats!

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Akishibu Project “Change The World” MV Released

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Akishibu Project NEW WORLD C Cover
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The MV for Akishibu Project‘s Change The World has been released.

The track is from their upcoming mini-album titled NEW WORLD which will be released on February 23rd. There will be 8 songs in this jam packed mini-album for everyone to enjoy.

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Type A

Being well known for fusing the Akihabara and Shibuya culture it’s no surprise to see that they have gone with a rather flashy and cool concept for their cover and I’m definitely a fan. The multiple lights and flashy lights are a nice touch and while I can definitely say that Type B is my favorite of the bunch, it is still nice that they added various looks for fans to enjoy.

So on to the video, with a minimalist look and theme with the members dancing in a white dress in a white hall, a street, and a field. The rock beat in the background helps to show off the style and the electronic touch help make for an upbeat and catchy song that is sure to have you rocking out.

The vocals are a bit messy at times when they’re singing together, but I am a fan of the look of the video so it’s definitely worth checking out for fans of the group!

Akishibu Project CDJapan
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