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Rating 10/10
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This has to be, hands down, the best single Ayu has put out in years! What a great way to celebrate her 50th single. Sweet Season is a mellow pop song about looking back on the past and feeling nostalgic. The PV has a 60's theme and a surprise-twist ending. Virgin Road is a slow ballad with just Ayu's flawless voice and an orchestra backing her. The lyrics describe the journey two people have taken; from constantly fighting to understanding and caring deeply about one another. Ayu admitted on her Twitter that the song is about her mother. Finally, Last Angel starts out slow with an orchestra instrumental playing, and it transitions into something funky with a steady beat. I really have no clue how to best describe it. I don't think it sounds much like anything else she's done before. The best way I can describe the lyrics is that its about the struggle to find love, and to keep moving forward.
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Rating 10/10
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When I had heard previews of the songs, I was not very impressed. Even now something just feels like it's missing (HoMin), but these songs have really grown on me and I am officially a big JYJ fan. (psh, like that was unexpected...)
Itsudatte Kimi ni just sounds so sad... which bothered me at first. But thinking about where these guys are in their lives right now, it does make sense. And so the fact that they can be so real and channel their feelings so well... it's like magic. I think my favorite part of this song (aside from all of it) would be Junsu's high notes. He really adds *something* to the song. I'm also thoroughly enjoying Yuchun's soft voice - he's usually rapping or getting small bits in ballads. Get Ready is so much fun! I'm glad there is a song like this on the album. It's not quite a pop song, but not quite a dance song either. Just one of those GO CRAZY AND FEEL GOOD kind of songs. Long Way is my favorite song (especially the instrumental). It's not your typical ballad; the mix of drums and a harp make such an interesting sound. Finally, W (Double)... what can be said about this song?! The lyrics are so beautiful I just want to cry. Another ballad that just seems so sad, but this one also has that hint of hope that makes my heart swell. This is another ballad that the boys (men) have put so much of themselves and their own personal feelings into. And again, it really pays off.
If you like music with a message, you will love this album. If you appreciate hearing the depths of a person's emotions through their voice, this is the album for you. If Junsu, Jejung, and/or Yuchun's voices make you melt, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Rating 10/10
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A bit different -- I have the audio from the DVD of JYJ's Thanksgiving Live in Dome concert. I did not keep the talk portions in this audio cut. If anyone is actually interested in them, I'll re-cut the 'album', but otherwise here are the 18 songs performed. I also edited track 12; I cut the band introductions. If anyone is bothered by this, I will be more than happy to re-cut this track as well. I originally made this for personal reasons and decided to share as an after-thought.
Points I'd Like To Make: 1] Yuchun's English. There's something about this live where he sounds even clearer and sexier than ever. I was especially impressed with Shelter. Though his rap in XIAHTIC was a little on the disappointing side. The only words I can seem to make out is Yuchun dropping the f*bomb about four times. I don't much care for swearing, and since that's all I understood... /sadness. 2] The chemistry. It's almost as if the whole crowd melts away and they're singing to each other, in their own little world... it's beautiful. 3] Vocal quality. Even though this is a live performance, their vocals are the closest to studio quality that I have heard from an artist in a long time. 4] The rawness. Is that the right word? What I mean is that this live is full of raw emotion. During the happy songs you can tell just how much fun they're having. During the sad songs you can tell how much their hearts ache. They have truly put 100% of themselves into this entire live. ♥
Rating 8/10
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Not that mihimaru GT really needed another best-type album, but I have to admit I do love their ballads. I mean, look at all those ♥'s! I'm not going to describe each track, I'll just touch on the new song & remakes.
The first remake would be Hoshi no Suna -TAKE10-... I can hardly tell the difference between the original :\ I've tried listening to both versions back and forth, and I honestly can't hear any difference, which makes me really sad. I was hoping for a different arrangement or change in vocals, but it appears the song has only been remastered and sounds almost the same as a result. Lame. Koisuru Kimochi ~Five Years Later~ however, sounds very different from the original! I think I even prefer this version. There is more of a beat, and more mixing, added to this version. Instead of being a typical ballad, it sounds more like a urban-pop-ballad - the sound mihimaru GT is well known for. Another big change... the original song had only Hiroko's vocals, but now a rap was added for Miyake. It does seem a little 'out of place', but it isn't terrible. Te wo Nobaseba is one of my new favorite songs. Much like their ballad michishirube (which I wish would have been included!!) it gives me a slightly sad, and very nostalgic feeling. And Miyake's rap is my favorite part. The way the music changes... I can't describe it. I'm just in love.
Rating: 10/10
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NERDHEAD is a new group made up of Giorgio Cancemi (Producer/MC/Lyricist/Composer/Arranger/Mixer), So-Hey! (Violinist), and Yamada Hirokazu (Pianist/Keyboard). Giorgio was previously part of the Urban-pop duo So'Fly with singer TOKO, but the two decided to pursue solo acts. I'm not sure on the backgrounds of So-Hey! or Yamada Hirokazu, however.
I'm not too fond of the opening of WHERE'S THE LOVE?, but getting past the first 25 seconds, I really enjoy this song. It reminds me a lot lyrically of the Black Eyed Peas song with the same name (well, Where is the Love?) - though this song is a lot chiller and feels smoother. BRAVEHEART was the first single, and it was the song that drawn me to NERDHEAD. It's best described as an orchestra ballad meets rap. Sounds like a strange mix, but the end result is beautiful. NEVER CHANGE is like listening to So'Fly all over again. TOKO is back! I won't lie, this song makes me cry. It is a break-up song, but even more it's about telling someone you care about to never lose the amazing qualities that you first fell in love with. もう一度 ～GET UR DREAM～ is a bit more upbeat and like So'Fly again. Feeling so fun, and again with TOKO!
Dear Best-Friend(?),
What is going on between us anymore? We haven't talked in so long. Maybe part of that is my fault, but I'm trying. I've sent you a few messages on myspace and AIM but you never respond. Maybe with AIM you're not actually at the computer when I'm on. But what about myspace? IT TELLS ME THAT YOU'VE READ THE MESSAGES AND YOU APPROVE ME COMMENTS! Why can't you just say something?! *sigh*
The last time we talked, you didn't seem to want to talk about yourself. You kept asking about me, or we talked about fandom type stuff. I have no idea what is going on in your life. Is it because you don't want to talk about it with anybody, or is it just me? Are you trying to push me out? Then why not just say so, and end this charade. Sure it would hurt me, but I'm hurting now not knowing what the heck is going on. At least then, I'll stop "bothering" you.
We haven't seen each other in over a year now. I know things come up, and a few times it's been things on my end. But the last time (for my birthday) you just blew me off. Didn't talk to me for a few weeks. Then *I* was the one to say something to you. Of course, not about the what had happened. I should have. Ever since then I've felt very distant from you.
Are you trying to push me away, or are you just in a place in your life where you don't know what's going on? I hate say it (and I know you'd hate to hear it), but you're starting to seem a lot like your mom. You even said it yourself that she doesn't let people get/stay close to her. Isn't this the same thing?
I love you like a sister, and I always thought you felt the same. We've been friends for SO LONG, and we still have a great deal of things in common... Can this friendship continue to work, or is it a lost cause? Of course, it'll never work if you've given up. I haven't. Should I, though? There's a voice in the back of my head saying "You'll end up getting hurt even worse if you keep hanging on. Just let go." But after all we've been though, I can't bring myself to do it. Is it because I'm a chicken and I hate change, or is there still something special worth holding onto? I can't even tell anymore. How sad is that?!
Signed,
Your (hopefully) Best-Friend
Rating 10/10
VAMPS is a rock band put together by Hyde (L'Arc~en~Ciel) and K.A.Z (Oblivion Dust). I have been a Hyde & Laruku fan for a few years now, and VAMPS is quite similar in sound, though perhaps a little heavier rock? Hyde sings the lead, as well as playing the guitar and K.A.Z also plays the guitar. I only just started listening to VAMPS' music... yesterday. So I don't think I can quite say anything other than "I CAN'T STOP LISTENING TO IT!" I marked my favorites (so far) with hearts. If you like rock, check 'em out already! :DDOWNLOAD
Rating 10/10
HYDE released a best of album, and while it includes plenty of our favorites, there are also some new tracks/renditions. First of all Evergreen [Dist]? LOVE IT! I already loved the original Evergreen, but this new version is a little bit faster/upbeat. It's also in English, and Hyde sounds really good (there's an obvious accent, but Engrish is at a minimum). Secondly, HE RECORDED GLAMOROUS SKY! Hyde originally wrote the song for the NANA movie, and Mika Nakashima recorded it. I prefer Hyde's version, of course. This track is also inEngrishEnglish. Oh, and bonus information - K.A.Z (Oblivion Dust, VAMPS) has worked with Hyde on various songs through his solo career, including writing and co-producing Season's Call!DOWNLOAD
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Rating 10/10
mihimaru GT is, if you didn't know, my FAVORITE music duo ever. And I think their BEST OF album is the perfect introduction to their music. There's a blanced blend of pop, hip-pop, and ballads. Also on the album is a 2007 remake of their second single Kaerouka (2004). I would go through all the songs like I did with the NEXT LEVEL review, but I'd have too much to say about each track. :3 I marked my all-time favorites with hearts. If you like fun, upbeat pop/hip-pop or heartfelt urban ballads give mihimaru GT a try! ♥DOWNLOAD
Rating: 10/10( Review track-by-track )
This is Ayumi Hamasaki's 10th album, which brought her 10th anniversary year to an end. I marked my favorite tracks with hearts, but honestly, I love each track so much. Even the interludes (there are four of them) are amazing! The album definitely has a very dance/techno theme.DOWNLOAD
