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MIYAVI has announced his first new album in three years, titled “Lost In Love, Found In Pain.” Part one of this album, “Lost In Love,” will be digitally released on download and streaming websites worldwide this summer.

A short music video for “Eat Eat Eat,” a song included in “Lost In Love,” has been revealed. Directed by Darren Craig, who also handled the album design, the video depicts an impactful scene where MIYAVI is surrounded by four dancing women while he is tied to a chair and threatened with a knife.

The newly released short music video is about 30 seconds long, and several unused cuts from it will be posted as short clips on social media from April 3. We hope you will enjoy this video, which resonates with the album’s theme of “Duality.”

Stay tuned for more updates, including the release of “Running In My Head,” the theme song of Code Geass: Roze of the Recapture, and developments regarding the second part of the album, “Found In Pain.”

Music Video

Eat Eat Eat – Short Music Video 🔥

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Witch & Lilies is an upcoming dungeon crawler for Steam based on the theme of “romance between girls,” being developed by the up-and-coming game company Stromatosoft in collaboration with Bandai Namco Music Live. It has been announced that the theme song of Witch & Lilies, titled “Dog-ear,” will be sung by Marina Horiuchi.

This song will be available for streaming on subscription services from April 3, 2024, prior to the game’s release.

■About Witch & Lilies

Witch & Lilies is a 3D dungeon crawler with the theme of “romance between girls.” Players form a party of five girls from 10 different job classes as they navigate dungeons to unravel the mysteries of the witch who created the world. While it maintains a classic dungeon crawler format, it also allows one to savor various types of romantic relationships between girls.

This game conducted crowdfunding in September 2022, attracting significant attention among gamers and surpassing its funding goal by over 2100%. It is slated for release in early 2024.

Check out the latest PV here!

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Witch & Lilies Steam page:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2525810/Witch_and_Lilies/?l=english

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Short Music Video and Jacket Photos Also Released!

Maaya Sakamoto’s new single “Dakishimete,” which is already available on digital platforms, will also be released as a CD single on April 3.

The lead track, “Dakishimete,” serves as the ending theme for the second season of the WOWOW original anime The Fire Hunter. The lyrics and composition were handled by Senri Oe, a renowned singer-songwriter of the 80s and 90s who is currently active as a jazz pianist based in New York. This collaboration marks Sakamoto’s first encounter with Oe, and her restrained yet resonant vocals create a gentle ballad that offers comfort not only to the anime’s tumultuous story but also to many children facing harsh circumstances in real life.

As a coupling track, the new song “Once upon a time” features lyrics by Maaya Sakamoto and composition by the singer-songwriter SIRA, who is known for her excellent chemistry with Sakamoto in previous works such as “un_mute” and “Hidden Notes.” The arrangement, handled by Ryuji Yamamoto, brings forth a cool and jazzy style. The other coupling track is “Dakishimete -Live 2024 Ver.-,” recorded at the rescheduled Tokyo performance of Maaya Sakamoto LIVE TOUR 2023: Kioku no Toshokan on January 2. This version is a live rendition with acoustic arrangements featuring piano and double bass. The blu-ray included with the Limited First Edition will feature 14 songs from the Tokyo live performance.

Additionally, a music video (short ver.) and jacket photos for “Dakishimete” have been released in conjunction with this announcement.

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Samurai Champloo, airing in 2004, stands as a groundbreaking anime directed by Shinichirō Watanabe. Seamlessly blending historical drama and hip-hop elements, it crafts a unique visual and musical experience that captivated anime enthusiasts and hip-hop fans alike, earning acclaim domestically and internationally.

Director Watanabe, known for his deep appreciation of music, selected four well-known hip-hop artists for this project: Nujabes, fat jon, FORCE OF NATURE, and Tsutchie. The tracks they created for Samurai Champloo were released across four CDs – “departure,” “masta,” “impression,” and “playlist” – and became a smash hit. They were reissued as vinyl in 2022, and the vinyl versions sold an impressive 20,000 copies, maintaining popularity to this day.

Now, in 2024, the 20th anniversary of Samurai Champloo’s TV broadcast, these soundtracks will finally be available on music subscription services worldwide. As the CDs are currently hard to come by, and a record player is required to listen to the vinyl records, this release will enable both domestic and international fans to easily access the soundsource.

In conjunction with this announcement, an official anime playlist has also been released on Spotify. We hope you will check it out.

As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the TV broadcast of Samurai Champloo in 2024, various plans are in the works, so please stay tuned for future updates.

●Spotify official anime playlist “Samurai Champloo”

Distribution information

Available on streaming services and major download sites such as the iTunes Store, RecoChoku, and mora!

samurai champloo music records “departure” / Nujabes, fat jon

https://jvcmusic.lnk.to/SamuraiChamploo_departure

samurai champloo music records “masta” / FORCE OF NATURE, Tsutchie

https://jvcmusic.lnk.to/SamuraiChamploo_masta

samurai champloo music record “impression” / Nujabes, FORCE OF NATURE, fat jon

https://jvcmusic.lnk.to/SamuraiChamploo_impression

samurai champloo music records “playlist” / Tsutchie

https://jvcmusic.lnk.to/SamuraiChamploo_playlist

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The radio show/podcast #iheartjrock was created at the Valley Free Radio studios in Feb of 2017. It was on Saturdays 12AM EST until 2 AM. A lot of music was played on air for a year then moved to Saturdays at 10PM. DJ Sakura666 was all alone until 2019 when DJ Silent came onboard with music from the 80s. #iheartjrock moved to 3 hours in 2023.

This year there were tons new requests from music from Japan. A lot of it was Japanese Pop, and not so much japanese rock, but we played what we could and also kept up with classic jrock bands, vk bands.

We held a poll asking about favorite things of 2023. Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to look at it and spread your opinion. It is very helpful. We will discuss this on #iheartjrock 12/30. We especially look forward to knowing favorite movies, anime and video games.

Spinitron also have a log of all the songs DJ Sakura666 spun this year. We will have a countdown and also play 3 of your favorite songs for each of the following bands
#SixTONES (releases from 2023)
#WEST.(formerly JohnnysWEST) (releases from 2023)
#KingandPrince(releases from 2022, and below)
#Arashi (releases from all time)

We are very grateful for everyone sending so many cds and special fans only merchandise. We treasure all of it. Also the DVDs. Such lovely sights to see!

So a countdown to most played songs on #iheartjrock
We will talk about the #iheartjrock Poll Best movies, music, anime, video games and more

No 80s this week. We are going to celebrate the 2023, it had a lot of death, and sad jpop changes, but we also got to celebrate good things like birthdays and anniveraries., new projects, new movies, new dramas.

Tune in SAT 10PM EST on 103.3FM WXOJ-LP Northampton MA USA streaming on valleyfreeradio.org or your favorite radio website/app. We are 3 hours of music overload!

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION to Perform ED Theme!

Part 2 of the TV anime SYNDUALITY Noir will begin airing on January 8, 2024 in Japan. The opening theme song will be “Aire” by ARCANA PROJECT, and the ending theme song will be “Drifters” by STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION.

ARCANA PROJECT is an anime song vocal group that has handled tie-ups for seven consecutive singles since their debut. The opening theme, “Aire,” with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Shota Horie (kemu), features a bright and powerful, yet slightly melancholic melody, harmonizing the distinctive voices of the five members to deliver an impactful message with the lyrics “I want to understand you.”

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION is a sound-making project by R.O.N., who is active in various fields, including composing music for other artists and creating soundtracks for anime and other content. The ending theme song, “Drifters,” is a dance-pop music piece with intertwined poignancy and brightness. With occasional lo-fi elements, the song features a lively electronic sound with a brisk rhythm, resulting in a composition that captivates the listener throughout.

The latest promotional video for SYNDUALITY Noir, featuring “Aire,” is now available. In continuation from part 1, ARCANA PROJECT and STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION continue to enrich the world of SYNDUALITY Noir with their music.

SYNDUALITY Noir Part 2 PV

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Streaming information

“Aire” by ARCANA Project will prerelease on digital platforms on January 9, 2024.

https://lnk.to/LZC-2590

“Drifters” by STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION will prerelease on digital platforms on January 12, 2024.

https://lnk.to/LZC-2680

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the ED Theme for The Fire Hunter Season 2, 

to be Released on Digital Platforms on January 15, 2024! 

New Artist and Jacket Photos Also Revealed!


Maaya Sakamoto has announced the digital release of a new single, titled “Dakishimete” (meaning “hug” or “embrace”). This song has been chosen as the ending theme for the second season of the WOWOW original anime The Fire Hunter, which will be available for streaming from January 14, with the first episode offered for free. This marks Sakamoto’s second collaboration with The Fire Hunter, following her previous ending theme, “Mada Tooku ni Iru.”

The lyrics and composition for “Dakishimete” were handled by Senri Oe, a renowned singer-songwriter of the 80s and 90s who is currently active as a jazz pianist based in New York. Still highly respected by many artists today, this collaboration marks her first encounter with Maaya Sakamoto. “Dakishimete” is a gentle ballad that beautifully complements the intense narrative of the anime, creating a resonant musical piece that lingers with the soothing vocals of Maaya Sakamoto.

Additionally, a second promotional video featuring the song has been unveiled, along with new artist and jacket photos.

The Fire Hunter 2nd PV

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The Fire Hunter is a fantasy novel by Rieko Hinata. Set in a world where humanity has lost fire after an apocalyptic Last War, the story depicts the lives of the 11-year-old girl Touko and the 15-year-old boy Koushi as they face numerous challenges and struggle to survive. As in the first season, the director is Junji Nishimura, known for works such as SAMURAI DEEPER KYO and Kyo Kara Maoh!, while the composition and script are handled by Mamoru Oshii, known for works like GHOST IN THE SHELL and The Sky Crawlers. Additionally, Maaya Sakamoto plays a crucial role in the series as the character Akira.

Comment from Maaya Sakamoto:

The ending theme of the first season, “Mada Tooku ni Iru,” was a powerful song to encourage the characters. However, this song is completely different, featuring a gentle melody. 

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First-Ever Acoustic Live Performance Online

Azusa Tadokoro, known for her work as a voice actress and artist, will be holding her first-ever acoustic live performance on December 22, 2023, and the entire show will be streamed online. While she has included acoustic arrangements in past solo shows, this occasion marks her first exclusively acoustic performance.

Joining her will be familiar faces from her backing band, Azusa No. 2, with John Kanda on guitar and Yosuke Shibazaki on keyboard. Tickets for the live show have already sold out, but don’t worry if you missed out – the concert will be streamed globally on various platforms, allowing audiences both domestically and internationally to enjoy it in real time or access it afterwards. Make sure to tune in!

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AZUSA TADOKORO ACOUSTIC LIVE -KoroAco- vol.1 Date & Time: December 22 (Fri) Doors open at 18:15, performance starts at 19:00 (JST) Performers: Azusa Tadokoro, John Kanda, Yosuke Shibazaki Venue: Shirokane Takanawa SELENE b2 Contents: Live and talk show Ticket Sales Period 10:00 on December 14, 2023 to 20:00 on January 8, 2024 (JST) Streaming Period 19:00 on December 22, 2023 to 23:59 on January 8, 2024 (JST) Ticket Price ¥4,000 (inc. tax)
*Live streaming + archive streaming is available for viewing. 
*Separate fees apply depending on the streaming platform.
*Please check each site for detailed information.

URLs for Overseas Ticket Sales

・PIA LIVE STREAM: https://w.pia.jp/a/pls-koroaco1/

・Streaming+: https://ib.eplus.jp/azusatadokoro

・Veeps: https://veeps.com/koroaco/7a45e641-aa0d-4269-9891-677799fd56e2

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“Sarigiwa no Romantics” Chosen as Ending Theme Song for Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Freedom

It has been announced that the ending theme for Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Freedom, which will be released in theaters in Japan on January 26, 2024, will be See-Saw’s “Sarigiwa no Romantics.” See-Saw is a unit consisting of Chiaki Ishikawa on vocals and Yuki Kajiura on the keyboard.

Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Freedom official website

https://www.gundam-seed.net/freedom/

See-Saw was responsible for two previous theme songs in the Mobile Suit Gundam SEED series: “Anna ni Issho Datta no ni” from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002) and “Kimi wa Boku ni Niteiru” from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY (2004). This marks their third project in the series, with approximately 19 years having passed since their last involvement.

Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Freedom is set in the C.E. (Cosmic Era) and continues the narrative from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY, depicting the ongoing conflict between original “Natural” humans and the genetically modified “Coordinators.” This latest installment features a completely new story that takes place in C.E. 75 following the events of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY.

Furthermore, it has been confirmed that “Sarigiwa no Romantics” will be released as a single on January 24, 2024. This single will also include a recording of the surprise performance of “Anna ni Issho Datta no ni” at InuFes 2019, the 10th-anniversary celebration of FlyingDog.

In commemoration of this, the live video of “Anna ni Issho Datta no ni” performed at InuFes will be available for a limited time starting today.

See-Saw “Ann a ni Issho Datta no ni” LIVE in 2019 @Musashino Forest Sport Plaza InuFes!

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It is up!! Vote for your best and favorite on 2023! Click the link below, you will be transported to a list of question and answers. Take your time, we will talk about them on #iheartjrock 12/30. It’s a google form so a google email is needed, not sure if it’s anonymous. It’s our first google form. Please be patient. Also please enjoy!

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DJ Sakura666 and DJ Silent will be back in the studios for another live #IHEARTJROCK tonight at 10PM EST on 103.3FM WXOJ-LP Northampton MA USA streaming online for free everywhere!

IHEART JROCK is 3 hour radio/podcast that plays music from the 80s, Japan, and something completely different every week live, past shows are posted to the website and also your favorite podcast provider.

This week DJ Silent will be memorializing Geordie Walker from one of his favorite bands Killing Joke. Geordie had a unique sound and many people loved it. We will be playing some Killing Joke and a song from the The Damage Manual. Geordie was also in another band called Murder Inc. and also played on the ZILCH album 3.2.1 which sadly is not available to listen to in USA. ZILCH is an older industrial project created by HIDE with also members of Spread Beaver, Pigface, and Killing Joke. Both DJs did get to see Killing Joke perform in Boston a few years back and were amazing!! RIP Kevin Walker ! Taken away so soon!

We also will be celebrating member of SixTONES Taiga Kyomoto Birthday with some of the bands he has been listening to also, his solo/duet songs and of course SixTONES !! So excited for the new album! Thanks for the birthday wishes, if you would be like to leave one please visit ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Bday wishes for #SixTONES members 2024 🥳🎉🎂

How is 2023 almost over already? DJ Sakura666 will be posting a best of 2023 soon and also be sharing past best of iheartjrock’s so please look forward to those!!

8th Single “Good Luck” Slated for November 29 Release!

Voice actor Tasuku Hatanaka, known for his roles in numerous anime such as My Hero Academia, SK8 the Infinity, and LUPIN ZERO, as well as his contributions as an artist to Moriarty the Patriot and Ultraman Z, is set to release his 8th single, “Good Luck,” on November 29!

The title track, “Good Luck,” will serve as the ending theme song for the TV anime Overtake! scheduled to premiere in October 2023. In this series, Hatanaka will also lend his voice to the character Kotaro Komaki. The accompanying tracks include “Psycho,” which is the theme song of the movie Kazoku to iu Yamai, and “Endless Love,” the 5th-anniversary tie-up song for the otome game Ikemen Vampire: Temptation in the Dark. This single showcases Hatanaka’s versatility in singing various genres of music.

Furthermore, the jacket and artist photos have been revealed. In line with the title track, “Good Luck,” Hatanaka presents a refreshing visual with attire predominantly featuring shades of blue.

Tasuku Hatanaka comment:

I’m Tasuku Hatanaka, and I am honored to have been chosen to perform the ending theme song for the TV anime Overtake! As I reflected upon the profound themes explored in this anime, I enthusiastically embraced the challenges of both voice acting and singing. I hope you’ll enjoy both the ending theme and the anime as a whole.

Overtake! 3rd Promotional Video

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8th single “Good Luck” teaser

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YOASOBI x Honeyfeed Writing Contest Begins October 8

Chance for Your Story to Be Recognized as an Official Spin-off of “Into The Night”


TOKYO – October 2, 2023  YOASOBI & Honeyfeed celebrate together the Japanese music duo’s monumental success of their debut song, “Into The Night” (Yoru ni Kakeru), which amassed one billion plays across various platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. And what better way to celebrate than a writing contest!? 

YOASOBI is famous for their motto “novels into music”, and inspired by the Japanese web novel “An Invitation from Thanatos” written by Mayo Hoshino, they started their musical journey back in 2019. Honeyfeed invites all aspiring writers to pay tribute to their roots by creating a spin-off story based on both the song and the original story.

Writers can submit their spin-off story to Honeyfeed starting October 8, 2023, and those who complete the contest by November 5, 2023, will have a chance to be voted on as one of the three contest winners and get a $1,000 reward. In addition, the grand prize winner selected by YOASOBI will get their novel recognized as an official spin-off and it will be displayed in the description for the official video and shared by YOASOBI on their social platforms.

For more information about the YOASOBI x Honeyfeed Writing Contest, including rules, submission guidelines, and updates, please visit
https://www.honeyfeed.fm/contests/yoasobi_x_honeyfeed 

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Please join DJ Sakura666 and DJ Silent at 10PM EST on 103.3FM WXOJ-LP Northampton MA USA streaming on valleyfreeradio.org or your favorite internet radio provider!

#SilentTime is back again this week, we have birthday wishes, and lots of Japanese music too!

We are getting ready for K.A.Z special birthday show next week so don’t forget to leave a birthday wish –> here <—

We are also going to be taking requests for our Halloween show that will air 10/28, the link will be up shortly! We are looking for your favorite Halloween song, from any time and any place. We will accept any words with “horror” “vampire” “devil” “evil” “monster” “moon” “halloween” “black” “magic” etc. etc.

Hope you can tune in tonight/tomorrow overseas in less than 12 hours!

“FINAL LIVE TOUR 2023 〜Last Mission〜”

Concert Video on Blu-ray & DVD

It has been officially announced that “Walküre FINAL LIVE TOUR 2023 〜Last Mission〜,” which took place from May to June this year, will soon be available on Blu-ray and DVD.

Kicking off on May 20 at Tokyo Ariake Arena, followed by performances at Maruzen Intec Arena Osaka and Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 1-3, “Walküre FINAL LIVE TOUR 2023 〜Last Mission〜” marked the first-ever six-performance arena tour in Macross history, entertaining a total of approximately 74,000 attendees. The final show witnessed fierce ticket competition, with numerous fans eagerly anticipating a video release.

This product, which captures the excitement and enthusiasm of the live venues, will be released in five different formats.

The limited-edition “Mission Complete Edition,” exclusively available on Blu-ray, includes approximately 10 hours of footage, featuring Tokyo Ariake Arena Day 1 & Makuhari Messe Day 6 performances, Tokyo Ariake Arena Day 2 & Makuhari Messe Day 5 encore segments, and an in-depth documentary offering an inside look into all six performances. Additionally, it comes in a special collector’s case accompanied by a lavish 68-page photo book.

The standard edition will be available in four different formats, each containing the tour’s opening day and final show on both Blu-ray and DVD. “At Tokyo Ariake Arena (Day 1)” comprises footage from the Day 1 performance at Tokyo Ariake Arena and backstage documentary footage from both Tokyo shows. “At Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls (Day 6)” similarly features footage from the Day 6 performance at Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 1-3 and backstage documentary material from both Makuhari performances. All Blu-ray versions offer a dual sound mode, with 5.1-channel surround and 2-channel stereo, to faithfully reproduce the overwhelming energy of the massive stages. (Please note that the DVD and documentary are available in 2-channel stereo only.)

The cover features an original illustration drawn by Chisato Mita (CAPCOM), the character designer for MacrossΔ. This striking illustration portrays the Walküre members adorned in their pristine white live outfits, evoking the theme of “departure.” Please don’t forget to book your copy!

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iHeartJRock is the hottest radio show for J-Pop/J-Rock fans in the world! Every Saturday from 10pm EST, we play the best Japanese rock music, from classic artists like X Japan and Luna Sea to the latest and greatest bands like ONE OK ROCK and Babymetal.

Our show is hosted by DJ SAKURA666 a lifelong J-Rock fan who is passionate about sharing the music with others. DJ Sakura666 is known for her encyclopedic knowledge of J-Rock and her ability to connect with listeners on a personal level.

On #iheartjrock, you’ll hear all of your favorite J-Pop/J-Rock bands, as well as new and upcoming artists that you’re sure to love. We also feature exclusive interviews with J-Rock artists, news about the Japanese rock scene, and contests and giveaways.

Whether you’re a die-hard J-Pop/J-Rock fan or you’re just curious to learn more about the genre, #iheartjrock is the show for you! Tune in every Saturday from 10am ET on valleyfreeradio.org or your favorite radio app

Listen on demand after the show airs on your favorite podcast provider.

Happy #humpday everyone! Hope everyone had a nice relaxing weekend/holidays. DJ Silent and DJ Sakura will be back in the studios for more music overload!

Get your requests in, we will play them Sat 10PM on 103.3FM WXOJ-LP Northampton MA USA stream on valleyfreeradio.org/listen ⬇️⬇️⬇️

#iheartjrock song #request page !!!

Just a reminder #iHeartJRock is a 3-hour podcast that plays the best J-pop, J-rock, and 80s hits from all over the world. We have a wide variety of music to choose from, so you’re sure to find something you love. Whether you’re a fan of classic J-pop like AKB48 and Morning Musume, or you’re more into the latest J-rock bands like ONE OK ROCK and RADWIMPS, we have something for you. We also play a variety of 80s hits from all over the world, so you can relive your childhood or discover some new music. We’re updated weekly with new music, so be sure to subscribe and never miss a beat!

Don’t forget to like, listen and follow #SakuraUnderground. DJ Silent will be back to share some more interesting obscure, emotional music from all over.

Also don’t forget to leave a birthday wish for K.A.Z guitarist for Oblivion Dust and so on. This is DJ Sakura666’s TIKTOK video of the legend. Birthday wishes — > here <—

@djsakura666

this is K.A.Z he’s one of my favorite #jrockers this is #vamps from 2017 #jrock #music #japan

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Taking birthday wishes for K.A.Z !!

KAZ birthday wishes page!!


Fill in the box at the bottom of the page and hit reply.
We will celebrate on 10/14 in USA !!

K.A.Z will be 55 years young. He got his start in hide with spread beaver, helped form Oblivion Dust and also joined the other Hyde for VAMPS which toured the USA a bunch of times!!

Don’t forget to visit his webpage

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On September 6, the versatile voice actress/artist Akane Kumada released her latest single “Another Self,” the ending theme song to the anime series Classroom for Heroes.

▼“Another Self” on music services▼

https://lnk.to/LACM-24432d

While sticking to the world view of the anime, “Another Self” fully reflects Akane Kumada’s current state of mind and her understanding that facing oneself and accepting one’s weaknesses is a source of growth. It is an ambitious song with a relaxed tempo that features the latest pop sounds combined with a Lantisesque sound from the past. In addition, the single includes “Take My Chance” featuring Kaede Higuchi, who sings the anime’s opening theme song. This track, with its punk vibe and engaging call-and-response elements, is the kind of song you’d definitely want to experience at a live concert. Be sure to give it a listen!

In conjunction with the release, a lyric video for “Take My Chance” has also been released. This marks the first-ever appearance of Akane Kumada as an illustrated character in a music video, especially created for this song. The video wonderfully captures the song’s essence with a vibrant pop style, and we highly recommend giving it a watch.

▼“Take My Chance (feat. Kaede Higuchi)” lyrics video▼

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Kanae, a virtual YouTuber who has gained popularity among fans through game streaming, boasting 1.21 million YouTube subscribers and over 400 million total YouTube views, has been chosen to perform the opening theme song for the TV anime Overtake!, scheduled to air in October 2023. This marks Kanae’s first collaboration with a TV anime.

The opening theme song “Tailwind” showcases Kanae’s soothing vocals and serves as an uplifting anthem that gently encourages those who are working hard. The song is featured in the second promotional video for the anime, so be sure to check it out.

Overtake! is an original TV anime that focuses on the theme of F4 (Formula Four) motorsports. The story revolves around the high school racer Haruka and freelance photographer Kouya, showcasing the passion and excitement of motorsports, and the personal struggles and dilemmas of the characters.

With direction by Ei Aoki, original character design by Takako Shimura, and character design by Masako Matsumoto, the main staff of Aldnoah.Zero has reunited to create this high-quality animation by TROYCA.

Please keep an eye on Kanae’s future endeavors as he expands his activities, not only as a virtual YouTuber but also as an artist, continuing to take on new challenges.

INFORMATION

Title: Tailwind

Singer: Kanae

Lyrics: hotaru, Composition/Arrangement: eba

Overtake! PV1:

YouTube player

Overtake! PV2:

YouTube player

Kanae Profile

A soothing young man who descended upon us like an angel. He can often be seen holding a cat-shaped cushion, and his manner of speaking is equally gentle and airy. He appears to be a student, but it’s unclear how he usually spends his time. With his sweet voice, he engages in conversations that seem to cleanse the listener’s soul.

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