Every♥ing “Shining Sky” MV Released

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Everything Shining Sky

Every♥ing has released the MV for their upcoming single titled Shining Sky.

The single will be theme song for the anime Ooya san wa Shishunki, and it will be released this February 10. There are three versions for this single: Limited edition featuring the MV and Making Of, Regular, and a Special Chara-ani edition that will feature a DVD for their final live for Colorful Story’s 39 lives.

Chara-ani Version
Regular
Limited

Anime songs are usually upbeat and feature a nice catchy sound that fans find easy to remember and this song is no different.

With a happy rock sound as well as many colorful settings at a school alongside a fun dance that many will probably want to dance, it’s an amazing release for this duo who are showing off their cute vocals.

Of course, it’s not the full MV but it’s a nice preview for fans, so make sure to check it out!

Every♥ing Shining CDJapan
Regular | Limited

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Silent Siren “Cherry Bomb” MV Released

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Silent Siren Cherry Bomb

The MV for Silent Siren’s Cherry Bomb has been released.

The track is from their latest album titled S, which will be released on March 2. There will be 2 versions of the album: a Limited edition with a CD and DVD as well as a Regular CD-only version.

Limited
Regular

As far as girl bands go I’m a big fan of two main ones that I listen to every day: SCANDAL and of course, Silent Siren. Naturally I was excited to see them release a new MV and in short I am excited about the album!

The song is upbeat with a nice rock sound to the song that is a nice comparison to their earlier album alarm due to the more happy sound. Fans of muscle men dancing to para para will also be please since there are some guys that join in during the song to dance in the background.

Overall it’s an amazing song that I am looking forward to listening to on repeat when the album comes out. Check it out!

Silent Siren S Regular Version | Silent Siren S Limited Edition

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Nogizaka46’s Ikoma Rina To Release 1st PB

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Nogizaka46 Ikoma Rina

Nogizaka46’s Ikoma Rina has announced her 1st PB titled Kimi no Ashiato.

There is the promise of showing off her more mature side while also showing off her youth so we are definitely in for a unique release this February 24.

Of course, PB releases for an idol is always one of the most monumental for fans since it gives them a chance to enjoy their favorite idol with a special book.

From what we can see so far, there doesn’t seem to be a focus on bikini pictures which is always a plus for me, but there is a mention that there will be a focus on her mature side so we will most likely see a few.

Until then, Ikoma Rina fans are encouraged to get a copy of this PB!

Ikoma Rina “Kimi no Ashiato” PB CDJapan

 

SMAP Announce They Won’t Disband

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SMAP

SMAP have recently appeared and confirmed that they won’t be disbanding.

The announcement was done during their show SMAPxSMAP where the members appeared in black suits. According to the show, the members apologized for the controversy caused by the members. They did confirm that they were on the verge of a midair breakup, but also mentioned that they will look forward and strive to go ahead.

It’s a relief to see that the group will in fact be staying together and that everything that was going on with management has been sorted out since they are after all one of the most monumental bands in Japan.

SMAP fans are certainly going to be happy!

3 Especia Members To Graduate

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Especia Mise Chihiro Sannomiya Chika Wakita Monari

Especia members Mise Chihiro, Sannomiya Chika, and Wakita Monari have announced their graduation from the group.

Details about a graduation date haven’t been announced but we should be getting some details in the coming months. The only thing we know is that the graduations will take place at the end of February, giving them just enough time to promote their latest album CARTA.

Especia are certainly unique, mainly due to their sound which takes inspiration from past styles while retaining a quirky and fun style that has captured the hearts of fans.

The best of luck to Mise Chihiro, Sannomiya Chika, and Wakita Monari!

Especia OHP

Uchida Aya “afraid …” MV Released

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Uchida Aya Bitter Kiss Cover

Uchida Aya has released the MV for afraid …, a track from her latest concept album titled Bitter Kiss.

Release is set for February 10, so it seems like we’re in for an interesting album mainly due to the sound of the song thus far.

It’s notably darker than her previous song Floating Heart that we covered a while ago, and while that might be the case it’s still a solid song nonetheless. With a lolita theme for the costume and a gothic setting for the setting, they both combine to form an amazing MV that is sure to entice fans of the harder songs.

Definitely worth a check!

Uchida Aya OHP | Uchida Aya CDJapan

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AKB48’s Kobayashi Kana Announces Graduation

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AKB48 Kobayashi Kana

AKB48’s 2nd generation member Kobayashi Kana has announced her graduation from the group.

The announcement was done at their AKB48 Tandoku Request Hour Setlist Best 100 2016 event. According to her, she has reached her 10 year mark with the group and has decided to do what she can do.

She is among the members with the largest amount of theater performances so it is a big step for the group. Especially considering that she is the last 2nd generation member in the group (Umeda Ayaka is 2nd generation but she’s in NMB48).

No other details have been released but it’s certainly a sad day for fans of AKB48. Best of luck Kobayashi Kana!

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Rev.from DVL “Okujo no Sukima Shiroi Sora” MV Released

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Rev.from DVL Okujo Sukima Shiroi Sora

The MV for Rev.from DVL’s Okujo no Sukima Shiroi Sora has been released.

Online
Type B
Type A

There are three versions for this release: Type A featuring a song titled Yumemiru Dake Yori alongside a DVD with a Dance, Regular, and the Making Of for the MV. Type B will feature a song titled Smile・Jump alongside the 1st episode of the audio drama from the group, and an online only version. All of the versions will feature the song Ungai Souten Samurai Damashi.

The single has been out since January 5th, so it seems like the MV is a perfect way for those who missed the release date to get a copy and from what I can see it’s a nice way to start off the year.

With a more mature tone, we get to see the members wearing black leather jackets, and singing a heartfelt ballad with some twin guitars in the back. Since there is a ballad feel to the song there isn’t much of a fast beat (chorus is the fastest part), but the guitars in the track make for a nice way to add in some edginess.

It’s a good song, but not my favorite from what I heard. The image is the standout, the black and red makes for an amazing combo that fits them well. It’ll be fun to see where they go from here, but it’s a solid release so far!

Rev.from DVL OHP| Rev.fromDVL CDJapan

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Juice=Juice “Next is you!” Covers Released

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Juice=Juice Next is you! Regular A
Regular A

The covers for Juice=Juice’s Next is you! / Karada Dake ga Otona ni Nattan ja Nai have been released.

Limited D
Limited C
Limited B
Limited A
Regular B

Release is set for February 3 in six editions, so it seems like we’re in for an amazing single. As you might remember, the single was announced to be tied in with their drama a while back and we’ve been awaiting more news from this release for a while.

Thankfully, the wait for the covers is done and we now get to enjoy the colorful and very pink themed released. In true Hello! Project fashion every cover has a different theme for fans to choose their favorite.

Since the single will be tied in with the drama some covers feature the name of the group Next You, specifically Regular A, Limited A, and Limited C. It’s a nice touch and fans of the drama can find the single easily when they go out and buy a copy.

Personally, I tend to like multiple covers and this release is no different, with Regular B and Limited A being my favorites. The main one I would say I dislike would definitely have to be Limited B. It might be the whole 3D concept but the lines are a bit too distracting (it might be an image glitch though).

Overall, an amazing group of covers for fans to enjoy, make sure to get your copy soon!

Hello! Project OHP | Juice=Juice CDJapan