Month: March 2016

Dempagumi.inc “GOGO DEMPA” Album Details Released

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Dempagumi.inc GOGO Dempa Album Cover Regular
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Dempagumi.inc has released details for their upcoming 3rd album titled GOGO DEMPA.

Releasing April 27th, this single will be released in the traditional Regular and Limited versions, but this time we’re also getting a Cassette version, a Vinyl LP Edition, as well as a Dempta-tou FC exclusive version.

Dempa-tou FC Exclusive
Vinyl LP
Cassette
Limited

The Dempa-tou version is only available for FC members and will have a special box, Blu-ray, 120 page PB, several pages of stickers, and a PlugAir. The PlugAir itself is a small box that attaches to your smartphone through the audio jack, and it will work with an app to be able to watch and listen to the contents from your device with extras such as commentary from the members.

There will also be a campaign where the one who shares the content from the album to the most friends and family will win a yet to be announced prize.

More Dempagumi.inc goodness is always great news, so I’m very happy to see that the album itself will be packed with tracks and goodies for fans to enjoy.

Check out the track list, make sure to check out the covers, and get your copy reserved since it seems like a must have for fans!

Track List

  1. GOGO DEMPA
  2. Ba! to the Future
  3. Fanfare wa Bokura no Tame ni
  4. Wakusei★Seika 〜Planet Anthem〜
  5. STAR☆TT Shichauze Harudashi ne
  6. Akihabalife♪
  7. Otsukare Summer!
  8. Eikyu Zombiena
  9. Ensemble wa Te no hira ni
  10. Kitto, Kitto ne.
  11. Dem Dem X’mas
  12. Munasawagi no Himitsu?!
  13. Kibou no Uta
  14. Yume Sasu Ashita he
  15. Ashita Chikyu ga Konagona ni Nattemo

Blu-ray/DVD Track List

  1. Chouzetsu Ultra☆HappyDays
  2. Gidagida da Zubuzubu da
  3. Otsukare Summer!
  4. Munasawagi no Himitsu?!
  5. Ashita Chikyu ga Konagona ni Nattemo
  6. Akihabalife♪
  7. STAR☆TT Shichauze Harudashi ne
  8. TBA

Dempagumi.inc OHP | Dempagumi.inc CDJapan

Otani Emiri To Graduate From Akishibu Project

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Akishibu Project Otani Emiri Graduation

Otani Emiri has announced her graduation from Akishibu Project.

Announced through Twitter, her graduation date is set for April 17th.

Graduations are sad but it seems like Emiri has her goals set and she is doing her best to fulfill them. Unfortunately it doesn’t seem like a reason was given as to why, but we wish Otani Emiri the best of luck!

Utada Hikaru Announces Comeback

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Utada Hikaru 2016
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Utada Hikaru has announced that she will be ending her hiatus and making her comeback to the music industry.

This was confirmed alongside with the confirmation that two new songs will air on Japanese TV. The 1st titled Hanataba wo Kimi ni will be the theme song for Toto Nee-chan, while the 2nd song is currently untitled but it will be used as the ending theme for NEWS ZERO.

To celebrate staff has launched an interesting project titled NEW-TURN Project. This site provides fans a chance to welcome her back by tying in a campaign with the hashtag “#おかえりHIKKI”.

Every time someone uses the hashtag a cherry blossom will bloom on the main page, and a portion of the proceeds of the campaign will go towards planting cherry blossom trees in areas affected by the recent East Japan earthquake.

The title speaks by itself. If you’re a fan of Japanese music it’s inevitable that you’ve heard songs from Hikaru at some time, so it’s incredible news since we’ll be able to enjoy more of her amazing singing.

What does the future hold in store for her? We’re not sure, but all we know is we’ll be enjoying more of Utada Hikaru’s amazing voice soon!

Natalie.mu | Utada Hikaru “NEW-TURN Project”

E-girls “Shukkou-sa ~Sail Out For Someone~” MV Released

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E.G. SMILE - E-girls BEST - Cover

E-girls have released the MV from their 1st best album titled Shukkou-sa ~Sail Out For Someone~.

The best of album titled E.G. Smile – E-girls Best –has been out since February 10th and will be available in 5 different versions.

Most MVs showcase the traditional idol formula of “close-ups + dance shots = idol MV”, but thankfully it seems like we get a chance to look at the behind the scenes and the preparation they endure to perform for fans.

The song itself is catchy, with a soft beat that matches the scenes of the girls before concerts, working out, and of course, in concert performing for their fans.

It’s a rare look behind one of Japan’s most talented idol groups so make sure to check out the track list and the MV after the break!

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LinQ “Supreme” MV Released

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LinQ has released the MV for their upcoming single titled Supreme.

Releasing March 23rd, this will be their 13th single and will be the theme song for the film Minna Suitouto where the members will appear. This will also be the last single for members Ichinose Miku, Fukase Chisei, and Matsumura Kurumi.

Gakkyoku Version
Limited

It will be available in 3 different versions: Regular (with a b-side titled Po! Si! Tive!), Limited (with a coupling song titled Aoi Sangoshou), as well as a “Gakkyoku” version (coupling titled Kimi ga Itakara) all with a b-side titled Sweet Dream.

The single itself features a light but catchy EDM sound that is sure to have you humming the melody for hours after listening to it.

Visually, the MV is nicely done with shots of the members on top of a bus on the highway (highway speeds are not something idols are worried about apparently). We also get shots of the members dancing in a field outside of some buildings, as well as some interesting shots of other locations.

Overall this single is amazing! The sound and the visuals are some of the best yet, so it’s well worth a look for fans or those curious about this up and coming idol group.

Check it out after the break!

LinQ OHP | LinQ CDJapan

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POP “QUEEN OF POP” MV Released

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Period of Plastic 2 Mercy POP

POP, also known as Period of Plastic 2 Mercy, have released the MV for their song titled QUEEN OF POP.

Not related to the actual “Queen of Pop”, this single will be released soon on March 15th.

Idols usually sport cute dresses, but what if you added body tights to the equation?

The result is an interesting mash of rock based idol music with members of POP dressed up in full-body tights, which by itself is an interesting choice. Mixed in with scenes of the members forming characters with their bodies with some pure editing goodness, the result is a pretty epic MV.

The actual song is a bit on the light side with a rock touch that might be a bit too calm at times but it gives off just the right sound for you to enjoy and hum along to.

I strongly recommend you check it out since it’s definitely among the most interesting releases from the group!

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Haraeki Stage A and Fuwafuwa “Rockstar / Fuwafuwa Sugar Love” MVs Released

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Haraeiko Stage A Rockstar Regular Cover
Haraeiko Stage A Regular Edition

Haraeki Stage A and Fuwafuwa have released the MVs for Rockstar and Fuwafuwa Sugar Love.

Releasing April 13th, this single is part of a double a-side release featuring the two groups from the Harajuku Ekimae Parties company. It will be released in 29 types (yes, 29 different types) with 4 main versions alongside 25 other solo versions.

Fuwa Fuwa Regular Edition
Haraeiko Stage A Limited Edition
Fuwafuwa Sugar Love Limited Edition

Cooperations between two groups in the same company is rare, but it’s a nice way for fans to check out different sounds and types of groups that they normally wouldn’t see.

Thankfully we get to enjoy just that with this single, and it’s definitely one to check out. Each MV has their own style and feel, from Fuwafuwa’s idol look to the more rock inspired look for Haraeki Stage A.

Personally, I’m a fan of Fuwafuwa a bit more since it has a more traditional upbeat idol sound, but Haraeki Stage A also have a strong sound for fans to enjoy.

Make sure to check them out and get a copy of one the many types!

Haraeki Stage A / Fuwafuwa CDJapan

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Akishibu Project “Dear Best Friend” MV Released

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Akishibu Project New World

Akishibu Project has released the MV for their track titled Dear Best Friend.

Part of their upcoming album titled NEW WORLD that was released on February 23rd, this song follows the release of their MV Change the World.

As you might remember from the details for the album, this song is a cover of Fukuda Momoyo’s song with the same title. The original song had an R&B feel to it and the MV is faithful to the original.

With the members singing to their heart’s content while they run around a beach in white outfits, the soft vocals match perfectly as they sing alongside each other.

Of course, the song is the main point and it doesn’t disappoint. With a vocal heavy song paired with a soft instrumental, we get to enjoy their voices perfectly alongside a soft piano that melds perfectly with the scene.

Well worth a look for those looking for a relaxing song to start the day!

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C-ute’s 34th Single Announced

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C-ute 2016

C-ute has announced the release of their 34th single titled Hito Naze wa Arasoun Darou? / Jinsei wa STEP! / Summer Wind.

Releasing April 20th, this single was announced at a release event the group held for their recent album release for Cmaj 9.

There will be 6 editions for this release, 3 Regular editions alongside 3 Limited editions which will contain DVDs.

Apart from continuing the H!P tradition of long single titles, it seems like we’re in store for yet another amazing C-ute single. Despite the title, there isn’t much to go based off of in terms of what to expect but we might get to see some ballads and upbeat idol songs.

We’re just around a month away so we should be getting more info soon!

Hello! Project | C-ute CDJapan