J-pop

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 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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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

Moga Mogami To Release 1st PB

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Dempagumi.inc’s Moga Mogami has announced that she will be releasing her 1st PB.

There will be cosplay, yukata, as well as plain clothes shots so there is quite a nice array of photos for fans to enjoy. Of course, it’s a PB so some bikini shots might be present since the theme seems to be more on the sexy side.

We will find out soon enough, but for now we seem to be in for an amazing release since she does have the perfect body for that.

December 10 is the date, so fans get those wallets ready for this early Christmas gift!

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New Unit “mtopi” Announced

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mtopi

Miki Mizuki Miki, Mari Mizuta, and Yuri Shinohara have joined up to form a new unit called mtopi.

The members are from different groups, specifically Mikichu, Pla2me, and TAKENOKO so fans of those are definitely in store for something interesting since the group seems to have quite a talented roster of girls with a colorful look that is sure to dazzle and set them apart.

There is a short video of the group after the break, which might be a bit slow for some, but regardless it’s cute to see. Check them out since they might someday be a force to be reckoned with in the idol world!

Their debut live will take place on December 5, so fans are in for an early Christmas present!

Source: mtopi Site

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HKT48 feat. Kishidan “Shekarashika!” MV Released

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HKT48 Kishidan

The MV for HKT48 and Kishidan’s collaboration song titled Shekarashika! has been released.

Shekarashika! will be the theme song for their upcoming series Majisuka Gakuen 0: Kisarazu Ranto-hen which will begin at the end of this month on November 29th.

When the combo was announced it did cause a certain amount of interest within both group’s fans since at first glance the two have completely different sounds. HKT48 has a more idolish sound while Kishidan has a more interesting form of punk with a Japanese taste.

I was a bit worried since bands have tried to do the same only to result in a random mishmash of sound, but thankfully the song so far sounds amazing. The guitars pitch in perfectly with the vocals from the idols forming a nice balance in between, similar to how Babymetal have found a happy medium in the world of harsh music and angelic voices.

Curious? Head over the break to find out how it sounds now, but remember to pick up a copy when it releases on November 25!

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Country Girls Gains 2 New Members

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Country Girls Funaki Nanami

Country Girls have announced the addition of 2 new members: Nanami Yanagawa and Musubu Funaki.

Here are some profiles for the members from the official H!P Facebook:

Musubu Funaki
Nanami Yanagawa
Musubu Funaki

Date of Birth: 2002/05/10

Origin: Osaka

Blood Type: O

Height: 145cm

Hobby: Computer

Skills: Computer & fast typing

* Began as Hello! Pro Kenshusei on September 2013.

 Nanami Yanagawa

Date of Birth: 2002/01/06

Origin: Kanagawa Prefecture

Blood Type: A

Height: 143cm

Hobby: Reading, saxophone

Skills: Saxophone

* Began as Hello! Pro Kenshusei on April 2015.

New members are always exciting and it’s no different for the Country Girls who are slowly gaining a stronger foothold on the idol world. Of course, with the return of their leader it’s a perfect opportunity and I’m glad to see that we seem to have two quite talented members.

So far there isn’t much information about them apart from the short profiles, but Funaki Musubu might be familiar a bit more with H!P. Both for her longer tenure in H!P but also due to her auditioning for Morning Musume 12th generation.

It will be exciting to see where it goes from here, but until then welcome Musubu and Nanami!

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Puchi PASSPO “Nekketsu Positive Revolution” MV Released

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Pucchi Passpo

Puchi PASSPO☆ have released the MV for their song Nekketsu Positive Revolution, from their latest single titled Go Fight! Fly High!

The MV is basic in some ways, but that doesn’t take away from the amazing feel for the release that we will be enjoying with the song featuring a catchy, happy sound that is sure to please fans.

With a baseball theme and the members batting, it does seem like an interesting concept and it echoes the sound of determination in the song. Alongside the cute effects here and there I slowly became a big fan of the song, and I strongly recommend you check it out since it’s among the catchiest songs I’ve heard in some time.

The release of their latest single will be on January 20, so the single will be arriving just as soon as the new year starts!

Source: Puchi PASSPO Site

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