Three piece act IKIMONO GAKARI today released their latest album「HAJIMARI NO UTA」, their 4th one to date. It includes all five songs from the singles since May. Also, all three members have tried a vocal role in at least one song each. I've already given the album a listen and it's great. They have worked hard all year, contributing to the music scene as much as ever, and this album wraps up the year beautifully. It's a really easy listening sort of album, and it's certainly one of the best in the pop genre. I recommend you go out and buy it now! But finally, you can DOWNLOAD their single from July「HOTARU NO HIKARI」which was used as the opening theme for NARUTO on TV TOKYO. Enjoy.
収録曲 / TRACKLIST 01. ハジマリノウタ 〜遠い空澄んで〜 02. 夢見台 03. じょいふる 04. YELL 05. なくもんか 06. 真昼の月 07. ホタルノヒカリ 08. 秋桜 09. ふたり -Album version- 10. てのひらの音 11. How to make it 12. 未来惑星 13. 明日へ向かう帰り道
僕がとても好きなあの気楽なポップ／ラップ音楽を作るデゥオ、SOFFet、の新曲が１月２７日にコンピレーションアルバムに収録され、発売されます。そのアルバムのバックバンド Tokyo Junkastic Bandと一緒に作ったのは「Beautiful Smile 〜NO MUSIC, NO LIFE.〜」。この曲は美容整形・美容外科の高須クリニックの新CMとタイアップが決まっています。オンエアは１２月２４日から。初の全歌詞英語というチャレンジを迎えた歌だそうです。楽しみ。 そんなソフェは１月から全国ツアーが始まります。今回は二つのユニークな形で行います。「SOFFet Jam the Universe Tour 2010」と「SOFFet Acoustic Jam -premium seat- EXCLUSIVE JAZZY STYLE」は１月２４日開幕で３月４日に東京渋谷でエンド。詳しくはこちら。
Pop/Rap duo SOFFET will be releasing their new single as part of a compilation album, working with the official back band TOKYO JUNKASTIC BAND. The song's called「BEAUTIFUL SMILE 〜NO MUSIC, NO LIFE.〜」and it will be used in a new TV commercial for TAKASU CLINIC, which will be airing from December 24th. The song is their first in which all lyrics are in English, a cool challenge. The guys will also be touring nationally as of January 24th. They have chosen to opt for two unique styles for the live concerts, one where all fans will be standing, and the other is a special acoustic jazz performance, which sounds pretty awesome. For DETAILS click here.
The songs which will be performed on this year's KOUHAKU have today been announced. Click here for the FULL list. Since I couldn't decide what download link to put up, I will let YOU decide. Just leave a comment for the song of your choice and I will find the link and post it for the one with the most requests. Remember, the programme starts at 7.30pm on NHK and will run for about 4 and a half hours, brought to you live.
NEW ERAのピーナッツシリーズが発売されました。上のセットは今こちらで買うことができます。とてもシンプルだけど、クールでスタイリッシュ、そしてちょっとキュート。このストリート用キャップ会社がアメリカの大人気漫画「ピーナッツ」とコラボ。商品の中にはあの有名なキャラクター達が集まっています。スヌーピーやウッドストックなど。最高だと思います！絶対欲しい。お値段は￥６０９０。 ２つ目の画像に写っているシリーズはパート２。こちらは来年の一月に到着するらしいです。楽しみ！こっちの方がもうちょっとカラフルな、笑えそうなデザインが含まれています。
NEW ERA have collaborated with the legendary American cartoon series「PEANUTS」to produce some stylish and cool caps. They're simple and a little cute. The ones in the top image are already on sale now and you can BUY them here. It's got one for all the famous characters including of course SNOOPY and WOODSTOCK. I think they're awesome and I definitely want one. The price tag is ￥6,090. The second picture shows part 2 of the Peanuts series and is set to come out in January next year. I can't wait. These are a bit more colourful and humourous but equally awesome.
昨日童子-Tがニューアルバムをリリースした。一年前にラブソングいっぱいの「12 Love Stories」を出し、これは４枚目のフルアルバムです。今回はYU-A、CHEMISTRY、清水翔太などのR&Bアーティストも参加して作ってきたものです。 童子-Tはこのアルバムで４つのテーマについて語っています。一つ目は愛。「12 Love Stories」の流れを引き継いだピュアなラブソングでオープニング。CHEMISTRYとのあのコラボソング「あの頃・・・」もそのカテゴリーに入ります。そしてボーナストラックで収録されているのはそのペアソング「あの日・・・」。はい、両方とも含まれています。ダウンロードはもう既にこのブログで紹介されています。次のテーマはもうちょっとセクシャルな意味を持ち、「夜」って感じ。その後に来るのは「俺モノ」という彼自身が自分でライムなどで遊んで作った曲。あまり深い意味はないと。逆に最後のテーマはメッセージ、童子-Tからの言葉。 このように、童子-Tのハートが一つ一つの曲に入っていて、各曲に意味があるとこが特に好きです。聴いてて彼の気持ちや思いがすごく伝わってくる力強いアルバムです。是非買ってみて下さい。今回ORIGINAL JAPAN.では「想い feat. YU-A」をダウンロードどうぞ。「わかれ」の切なさや不満の感情が強くこもっている曲なので聴いてみて下さい。
Yesterday, hip hop artist DOHZI-T released his 4th full album「4ever」. It features some of R&B's biggest names including YU-A, CHEMISTRY and SHIMIZU SHOUTA. The album can be split into 4 parts for 4 different themes. First up is LOVE. He starts the album where he left off in his previous one「12 LOVE STORIES」which is full of love songs. In this theme includes the two collaboration songs with CHEMISTRY, which are still available to download on ORIGINAL JAPAN. The following theme is more adult and sexual including one with BENI. The next is simply DOHZI-T experimenting with word play and rhyme, and there isn't so much deep meaning behind the songs, but it's something that can be enjoyed. The final theme is all about him and his message to you. The lyrics come from his heart and speak out to the listener. I think this is why I like this album so much. It's really personal and you can relate to it because he's thought through each song strongly and his emotions and feelings are well communicated. Today you can DOWNLOAD「OMOI feat. YU-A」which is about the moments after a break up. It's definitely worth a listen, enjoy.
First, AMURO NAMIE's new one「PAST＜FUTURE」comes after her hit compilation album of last year「BEST FICTION」. It includes 12 brand new songs and she has said that she is looking for a new start. She's explored various genres in this album and it is indeed refreshing for her profile. The cover artwork shows quite an aggressive message as she tears apart the cover for her previous CD. Anyways, she's prepared a massive 6 music videos for songs from the album, but you can DOWNLOAD the lead song「FAST CAR」. Enjoy.
そしてCrystal Kayも今日リミックスアルバムを発売しました。中にはCHEMISTRYの川畑要とのコラボ曲も含まれ、またオリジナルと違う感じの曲を味わえるアルバ ムです。80kidzやShinichi Osawaなどのプロデューサーと一緒に作られたリミックスが集合されています。「After Love -Boyfriend- feat. KANAME(CHEMISTRY) -Oddity Remix-」をここでダウンロード！
CRYSTAL KAY today released her remix album「THE BEST REMIXES OF CK」, including the song with KANAME from CHEMISTRY. All the featured songs can be enjoyed in a totally different way to their original versions as each has its own twist. She has worked with people like SHINICHI OSAWA and 80KIDZ. So, you can DOWNLOAD that single with KANAME remixed by ODDITY. Enjoy.
Today, the title of CHEMISTRY's new single was announced.「PERIOD」. It's a new aspect to their growing list of genres as this is quite a rock tune. And it's fitting as it's been chosen as the opening theme tune to popular TBS animation「HAGANE NO RENKINJUTSUSHI FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST」. It starts to air from January next year. The pair, who themselves enjoy anime, have said that this song suits the action of the opening very well and that they were very honoured when first approached about it. I can't wait to hear it. Also, there will be a new artist for the ending theme tune as well. It's set to be SCANDAL with their upcoming single「SHUNKAN SENTIMENTAL」. They are a female high school rock band who formed back in 2006 and they've actually just released their first full album this year. Today, you can DOWNLOAD their latest single from October「YUME MIRU TSUBASA」. Enjoy. These two artists join the others who have also been selected for theme tunes, among the likes of SUKIMA SWITCH and YUI, and I feel they are a very good addition. Both songs will be released next year.
KEISUKE KUWATA has today released his new single「KIMI NI SAYONARA WO」. It's a sentimental and soft song, which is his first in 2 years as a solo artist and it's been a year since the SOUTHERN ALLSTARS decided to split. It's a really beautiful ballad which has a slightly fresh feel. You can DOWNLOAD it here! Enjoy.
この冬、台湾の大スターであるアーティスト/俳優ジェイ・チョウの店PHANTACiがナイキとのコラボレーションで、こんなスニーカーが発売されます。モデルはスポーツのAIR MAX 1。「ザ・グランドピアノ」と名付けられたこのトレーナー靴はチョウ本人とPHANTACiのデザイナーが一緒にデザインしたもの。 ピアノのように、黒と白のシンプルさがうまく表現されている上、明るいショッキングピンク色はクールな仕上げを作る効果が出ていると思う。シンプルだけど目立つというこの組み合わせが僕の好きなポイント。欲しいですw。発売は１２月１２日です、お楽しみに。
This winter, Taiwan's star singer/actor JAY CHOU's retail store PHANTACi has joined forces with NIKE to produce these hot AIR MAX 1 sneakers. It's been masterminded by JAY CHOU himself and some PHANTACi designers, and they've called the shoe「The Grand Piano」. Like a piano, the black and white colours have been used to show the simplicity, and the flourescent pink has given it a cool and sharp finish. The clash between between the simple and complex is what has attracted me most. I really want a pair haha. The release date is 12th December. Not too long now.
昨日、東京国際フォーラム ホールAで「BoA THE XMAS LIVE 2009」が行われた。集まった５０００人にファンたちはクリスマスソングの特別披露や、あのマイケルジャクソンのカバー曲も見ることができた。BoAは、ものすごく尊敬してきたジャクソンのヒット「Billie Jean」を歌い、ムーンウォークまでまね。 そんなBoAは新曲「まもりたい〜White Wishes〜」がもうじきリリースされます。PVの方はもう既に出ています。クリスマスにとても合うバラードです。BoAさんのヒップホップも好きだけど、彼女の甘い声で歌うこのようなスローな曲も最高。なんと日本での30thシングル！発売日は１２月９日ですが、ORIGINAL JAPAN.では今ダウンロードができます！どうぞエンジョイ。「テイルズオブグレイセス盤」のCDには英語版やヒットメドレーなども含まれているので、是非買ってみて下さい。また、DVD付きの そして最後に、ニューアルバムのリリースについてちらっと聴いています。来年の１月１３日発表となっています。お楽しみに。
Yesterday「BoA THE XMAS LIVE 2009」took place in Tokyo, where 5000 lucky fans got to see BoA perform some festive songs and even some Michael Jackson covers. She respected MJ very much and she even did the moon walk during her rendition of「BILLIE JEAN」. Her new single「MAMORITAI ~White Wishes~」, her 30th single, is coming out soon and the music video is already available. The song is a beautiful medium ballad, perfect for Christmas. I like her hip hop music a lot, but the slow stuff she sings with her soft voice is really great. The release date is 9th December but ORIGINAL JAPAN. has already found you a DOWNLOAD link so go on, enjoy. The single comes in 3 packs, including a TALES OF GRACES edition, which is a Nintendo Wii game of which the song is the theme. It includes an English version and a medley among others so I think it's a good EP to buy. And finally, there is news related to her new album. The release is set for 13th January 2010. Can't wait.
収録曲 / TRACKLIST [通常版] 01. まもりたい〜White Wishes〜 02. THE END そして and... 03. まもりたい〜White Wishes〜 (INST) 04. THE END そして and... (INST)
[テイルズオブグレイセス盤] 01. まもりたい〜White Wishes〜 02. まもりたい〜White Wishes〜 (Tales of Graces Version) 03. まもりたい〜White Wishes〜 (English Version) 04. まもりたい〜White Wishes〜 (Karaoke) 05. BEST HIT MEGA BLEND
Group A SOUTH AFRICA / MEXICO / URUGUAY / FRANCE Group B ARGENTINA / NIGERIA / SOUTH KOREA / GREECE Group C ENGLAND / USA / ALGERIA / SLOVENIA Group D GERMANY / AUSTRALIA / SERBIA / GHANA Group E HOLLAND / DENMARK / JAPAN / CAMEROON Group F ITALY / PARAGUAY / NEW ZEALAND / SLOVAKIA Group G BRASIL / KOREA DPR / COTE D'IVOIRE / PORTUGAL Group H SPAIN / SWITZERLAND / HONDURAS / CHILE
今日発売の作品で一番話題になっているのはこちら：エグザイルのニューアルバムです！メンバーが１４人に増えてからの初アルバムということで。２年振りのオリジナルアルバムです。なんと今回は限定の初回版には、ATSUSHIとTAKAHIROのアカペラも含む、全７曲のクリスマスCDが付く。また、CD+DVDセットには、PVやメイキング映像などと「EXILE LIVE 2009〜THE MONSTER〜」からのライブ映像の２枚組！ファンたちが最も喜ぶという作品が出来上がりました。 ４月のシングル「Someday」と一番最近の「THE GENERATION〜ふたつの唇〜」も勿論含まれていて、全１５曲収録されています。アルバムについてもっと読むにはこちら！ そこでその「ふたつの唇」を是非ダウンロード！ちょっとおしゃれでクールなバラードです。聴いてみて下さい。
Today, EXILE's new album goes on sale - it's the most talked about release of the week. It is their first since expanding the group to 14 members, and it's been two years since their last original album「EXILE LOVE」. This time round, they have a limited edition version which includes a second CD, containing Xmas hits sung by the vocalists ATSUSHI and TAKAHIRO. Plus, there is another option of CD+DVD, in which you get one DVD of their music videos and the behind-the-scenes footage, and one of their live concert from「EXILE LIVE 2009〜THE MONSTER〜」. It is a super package for all EXILE fans. The album consists of their single from back in April and the most recent product「THE GENERATION〜FUTATSU NO KUCHIBIRU〜」. READ more about it here. Today, you can DOWNLOAD this latest single「FUTATSU NO KUCHIBIRU」which is a ballad with a slightly sophisticated twist. Enjoy.
収録曲 / TRACKLIST 01. Someday 02. SHOOTING STAR 03. Your Smile 04. 優しい光 05. If 〜I Know〜 06. Ti Amo 07. 優しい光 08. A leaf 〜螺旋状のサヨナラ〜 09. Heavenly White 10. THE NEXT DOOR 11. FIREWORKS 12. GENRERATION 13. Angel 14. Forever Love 15. 愛すべき未来へ
、、クリスマスの時期です！そして、美しい切ないフェスティブな新曲もたくさん！これから何週間か、ORIGINAL JAPAN.では新しい音楽の紹介がたっぷり！お楽しみに！ まずは菅原紗由理のニューシングル「君がいるから」が明日発売です。今年の４月にミニアルバムでデビューをしたばかりの菅原紗由理さんの２枚目のシングル。なんと「FINAL FANTASY XIII」のゲームのテーマソングであるこの曲はきれいな声で歌う最高なバラード。ダウンロードはこちらです。すごく彼女の声が好き、これからもどんどん活動をするよう期待しています。
DECEMBER means only one thing - it's Christmas time! For the next couple weeks, ORIGINAL JAPAN. will be introducing loads of new music fitting for this season so stay tuned! First up is the new single from SUGAWARA SAYURI called「KIMI GA IRU KARA」. Having debuted in April this year with a mini album, this is just her second single. It's teamed up with the「FINAL FANTASY XIII」game. Her voice is really sweet and I really like this winter ballad. It's out tomorrow on 2nd December and you can DOWNLOAD it here. I hope she continues to produce new stuff and become a superstar.
I have another song for you today! This artist is an already well-established R&B solo singer, JUJU. Last week saw the release of her new single「PRESENT」. It's a sexy yet elegant winter song following her previous single in collaboration with JAY'ED. Anyways, I think it's really cool, DOWNLOAD it here and listen. Enjoy.
Two days ago, rock trio REMIOROMEN's new single was released. Furthermore, it was announced that they would perform, for the first time, on NHK's KOUHAKU event. This single「KOI NO YOKAN KARA」is a slow and powerful rock ballad, perfect for this season. I think it's an amazing record following on from the likes of「KONAYUKI」. I have finally managed to find the link, so do DOWNLOAD it and give it a listen. The other songs coupled with this maxi single are pretty good too, you can buy the entire single at the iTunes store. Enjoy.
In January, GREEEEN will celebrate their 3rd anniversary. Today sees the release of their first best album「IMAMADE NO A-MEN, B-MEN DESUTO?!」which includes each and every single and its coupling track to date, that is from their debut hit「MICHI」to their latest release「HARUKA」. Not only is this a wonderful collector's item for the fans, it's also a great opportunity to get to know their music for those who know them less. You can DOWNLOAD this single「HARUKA」which went on sale in the summer. It's really chilled out and it's a very uplifting song. I quite like it. So give it a listen and you can buy the new album NOW.
今年は第６０回。出演する歌手が明らかになりました！ 相変わらず、SMAPやDREAMS COME TRUEやaikoなどは勿論。そして、EXILEはメンバー１４人で初めて出ます。コブクロ、いきものがかり、絢香と大塚愛も出演決定。 さらに、今年初であるビッグアーティストが結構います！順番に紹介していきます。
This year is the 60th NHK KOUHAKU contest, and the starring artists have been confirmed! The likes of SMAP, DREAMS COME TRUE and AIKO all feature once again, with EXILE performing here for the first time with 14 members. Also included in the list are KOBUKURO, IKIMONOGAKARI, AYAKA and OTSUKA AI. Plus, this year some huge acts will be in the mix for the very first time. I will introduce the biggest of them here.
First up is ARASHI! Having debuted in 1999, they are now one of the most popular boy bands in the country. On November 11th, they released their latest single「MY GIRL」and you can DOWNLOAD that right here. Next is the Red team's KIMURA KAELA. She is a half English rock chick who has just released her live DVD「GO!5! KAELALAND」. She will also feature in the programme for the first time this year. Her album form the summer was a great hit and you can DOWNLOAD my favourite track「DOKO」! My third artist is another male group FLUMPOOL. They too are currently of high demand and with an album forthcoming on November 23rd, there is more to come. On 18th of this month, they released their latest single「MITSUMETE ITAI」for which a download is not yet available. So check out the video above. It's a beautiful song. Finally, it's REMIOROMEN! The rock trio have a double release lined up for November 25th with a live DVD and a new single「KOI NO YOKAN KARA」, for which you can catch the video above. It's a wonderful slow number perfect for this coming season, so it's definitely worth checking out. I promise there will be a download link soon.
So, who is going to win this year? The last couple years have unanimously gone to the White team but will it repeat this time round? Find out as always on NHK on December 31st. BROWSE all the confirmed acts here.
On 28th November, these sneakers will be out on sale. They are collaboration items between VANS and SUPREME. The shoes themselves are Vans' 106 model. The collection comes in black, orange and two camouflage versions. How awesome are they? I love them, especially the orange ones. Really want a pair!
Rock duo B'z today release their latest work「MAGIC」. This does not disappoint as it continues to bring surging J-Rock music. It has been around 2 years since their previous original album and this one, including 3 hit singles, does well to keep up with today's music as it feels quite modern and current. This is my favourite song from the album, called「ICHIBUTOZENBU」, which I think has some club music somewhat fused too. It came out as a single in August this year, and you can DOWNLOAD it right here. Check it out, see if you like it, and you can find the full album on iTunes. Enjoy.
収録曲 / TRACKLIST 01. Introduction 02. DIVE 03. Time Flies 04. MY LONELY TOWN 05. long time no see 06. イチブトゼンブ 07. PRAY 08. MAGIC 09. Mayday! 10. TINY DROPS 11. だれにも言えねぇ 12. 夢の中で逢いましょう 13. Freedom Train
Today, the all new UT from UNIQLO has been released. They have collaborated with a traditional UK record company, ROUGH TRADE RECORDS. This year, they enjoyed their 31st birthday, and have combined with UNIQLO to produce some really funky and cool T-shirts. Many are very simple and some have a nice British look. There's a huge variety which you can see in FULL here. The T-shirt itself is 100% cotton from Uniqlo, one of the highest of quality around. The price is a pretty reasonable ¥1500 so PURCHASE your own here. I too will certainly be getting my hands on a few when I next visit Japan. Looks great.
１２月２４・２５日の二日間に渡るコンサートには、RIZE、te'とUZUMAKIなどがもう既に参加決定だった上、今日追加パフォーマーが発表されました。DOPING PANDA、ONE OK ROCK、SiMとcoldrainの皆さんです。
BOO has been a VJ for MTV JAPAN since 2004, and this Christmas, he's the producer for MTV's big live event. Artists invited are all personal friends of Boo himself, and it's set to be an exciting evening of DJ, rock and club music. The concert is separated across two dates, 24th and 25th December. Already included are the likes of RIZE, te' and UZUMAKI. And today, further performers have been announced: DOPING PANDA, ONE OK ROCK, SiM and COLDRAIN.
From these artists, I'd like to specially pick up DOPING PANDA. They have consistently brought to us many products over the past couple years, including 3 original pieces this year. I hope they can show an awesome performance as they are renowned to do. They actually came to the UK last year for their first ever overseas concert but.. sadly I was not aware of this at the time. Disappointed in myself, cause I definitely would have gone. You guys should not miss out on these opportunities and I suggest you go to Zepp Sendai and watch them at the MTV Boo Xmas 09. Plus, almost two weeks ago (4th November) they released a mini-album + DVD「anthem」and you can DOWNLOAD track no 1「anthem」right here. Enjoy. I'm sure they'll be performing this tune on the night so for all the TICKET INFORMATION, check this out.
On the day after tomorrow, NIKE HARAJUKU will be opening - the nation's largest flagship store. With the 944 square metres across 3 floors, it includes all sorts of sportswear, a NIKEiD studio and the Boots Room. They say「you will be connected with sport more than ever before」. Well then, I guess you have to go check it out. In London there's a NIKE TOWN in the city centre which is huge. I reckon the Harajuku store is similar but much newer and more elegant - the one here is pretty old. The pictures above are a sneak preview photos of the store itself. Check out the shoe display above the staircase.. so cool. So, on the 14th of this month (Sat), Nike Harajuku will be opening and it's definitely worth visiting. When I next go to Tokyo, this will certainly be one of my destinations.
This week's pick up artist is IKIMONO-GAKARI. Their new single, also allocated as the theme tune for the film, 「NAKUMONKA」is released tomorrow. The singer KIYOE YOSHIOKA's voice is really fitting to this uplifting and powerful song, with lyrics that are really honest and somewhat innocent. The single follows on from their September release of 「YELL / JOYFUL」and it's their 16th single. This year is also their 10th anniversary so I hope they can end it on a high with this song. So, as usual, for all you readers of ORIGINAL JAPAN., you can DOWNLOAD the song right here. The video is also shown below. Enjoy.
この前紹介したCHEMISTRYの新曲の追加です。 まず！SONY MUSIC JAPAN であと残り１６時間、ケミストリーがサイトジャックしてます。リリースコメントとオフィシャルの「あの日・・・」PVが観れます。今ここをクリック！ そして、やっと見つけちゃいました！シングルのダウンロードを！こちらで「あの日・・・」と「Once Again」をどうぞ。フルのダウンロードはこちらで是非購入ください。
Here is a further update from the last one for CHEMISTRY's new song. First! On SONY MUSIC JAPAN there's about 16 hours left to view the CHEMISTRY SITE JACK. You can watch their comments on the release and also check out the official video - right HERE! Also, I have finally managed to find the download links for 「ANO HI・・・」and「Once Again」. So DOWNLOAD and enjoy. For the full maxi single PURCHASE it here.
はい、いよいよ今日が参りました。１１月４日。ケミストリー、８月振りの新曲リリース！先月童子-Tがケミストリーをフィーチャリングする「あの頃・・・」に続き、二曲で一つのストーリーを描くチャレンジ。今回のシングルは「あの日・・・ / Once Again」の両A面です。 ヒップホップスターの童子-Tとまず、終わってしまった恋の気持ちを語る切ないソング。やっぱ三人の男性が歌うすごくパワフルな一曲、しかも三人で作詞したものであります。メロディーにはなんと２００１年のデビュー頃の「You Go Your Way」がうまく含まれていて、ケミストリーファンにとってはとてもセンチメンタルな仕上げ。PVは童子-Tの「あの頃・・・feat.CHEMISTRY」と一緒に下でご覧ください。スザンヌが登場！ そして第２曲目はNHKドラマ「チャレンジド」の主題歌でもある「Once Again」はいつでも元気の出る最高なポップヒット。聴いてて笑顔を生み出す歌詞であり、すごくいい曲だと思います。こちらでフルコーラスが聴けます。カプリングの「セレナーデ」もこちらで。残念ながらダウンロードはまだ見つかってません。探し中です。
Finally the day has come, November 4th. Today is the day that CHEMISTRY release their new single 「ANO HI・・・ / Once Again」which is in fact a double A side. The first is a track that can be coupled with DOHZI-T's October single featuring CHEMISTRY「ANO KORO・・・」. This time, the roles have switched and DOHZI-T features as the same one story is told by two different songs. The three of them together wrote the lyrics and it's very powerful. Their 2001 single「You Go Your Way」has actually been incorporated into the melody quite nicely, which for us CHEMISTRY fans is a great bonus and it makes the song sentimental. Below, you can watch the videos for both 「ANO HI・・・」and「ANO KORO・・・」. And the next song「Once Again」is being used as the theme tune for an NHK TV series and it's just one of those super uplifting songs. The lyrics simply make you smile and it's a joy to listen to. You can actually LISTEN to the full song after the link, but unfortunately I haven't been able to find any downloads yet so stay tuned guys.
収録曲 / TRACKLIST 01. あの日・・・feat.童子-T 02. Once Again 03. セレナーデ 04. あの日・・・feat.童子-T (Instrumental) 05. Once Again (Instrumental)
Having formed in November 1999, SUKIMA SWITCH will be releasing their newest album this week「NAYUTA TO FUKASHIGI」, in time to celebrate their 10th anniversary. It's actually been 3 years since their previous release of an original album. It features both their singles released this year, inluding 「GOLDEN TIME LOVER」which was used as the opening theme for the popular anime series「HAGANE NO RENKINJUTSUSHI」(Fullmetal Alchemist). The album is a great piece written by the duo themselves, keeping up with the current music industry. It goes out on sale this Wednesday on 4th November so get ready to buy it! To give you a little taster, you can DOWNLOAD the song 「GOLDEN TIME LOVER」right here - it's an awesome funky rock tune. You can also watch the video below. Enjoy.
The details for MONKEY MAJIK's tour of 2010 have been announced! Having previously enjoyed two successful venues over in Canada, they're back in Japan to celebrate their 10th anniversary!! OMEDETO. Plus, they're also going to be hosting the second「BIG BROTHER」Christmas Live, which will be featuring the super shamisen duo that is the YOSHIDA BROTHERS and also a good friend of the band, FREETEMPO. This will be taking place in their hometown Sendai on 23rd December, with tickets at ￥5250. Japan are sooo lucky, like they should totally come to LONDON man.. Anyways, after that, they will be rocking on with their national tour to kick off their 10th anniversary, including cities like Osaka, Tokyo and of course Sendai. It starts on 6th February lasting through until 14th March. It's gonna be awesome and I wish I could be there so much - I'm properly considering getting my ass over there, the only problem being a really busy period with all the university crap I got here.. Aaargh! You can start booking tomorrow, 1st November, for one week only via the MONKEY MAJIK MOBILE FAN CLUB, which I think you need to be a resident in Japan for.. Seriously, my tears are soaking my keyboard right now. I WANNA GO!! For further details check out their official site.
Yes, finally! I have found the full version for MONKEY MAJIK's new single 「NIJI IRO NO SAKANA」. So, DOWNLOAD the 3:42 version here. I really think it's an awesome tune by them. Enjoy.
今日、世界中の１８ヶ国でマイケル・ジャクソンの「THIS IS IT」映画が公開された。彼がロンドンで行われるはずだったスーパーコンサートのために練習しているジャクソンの貴重映像を集めて作られたもの。 彼のリハーサル姿、仕事をしてるマイケルを拝見できる機会。是非見に行きましょう！感想はどうぞコメントなどメールで教えて下さい。僕も時間ができてから観ないと、超楽しみ。ちなみに２週間限定オンスクリーンだから急いで！
Today, 18 countries worldwide have been given the chance to watch the eagerly-awaited Michael Jackson movie 「THIS IS IT」. It contains priceless clips of him rehearsing for what was to be a magnificent concert in London - over 100 hours of footage was gathered to make this. It's a great opportunity to see The Michael Jackson practice his performance and to see him working. This is the must see film of the year so go watch it!! Do leave comments or email me about what you thought.. I need to go see it too very soon. Remember, it's a limited screening for just two weeks so hurry!
This Wednesday, BoA releases her new single 「BUMP BUMP!」. Last year, she made here debut in the US, and it seems that that Korean girl has now become the Worldwide BoA. She has again collaborated with VERBAL from m-flo. These two leaders of the current hip hop industry have worked together time and time again already. This latest song is cool, sexy, upbeat, and it really highlights BoA's dance and voice at its max. You can watch the official VIDEO here, and of course you can DOWNLOAD the song. Enjoy.. cause I certainly am!
PLUS! Her next single has already been confirmed. 「MAMORITAI ~White Wishes~」is set to be a beautiful ballad, perfect for the coming season. It will be her 30th single and will be out on sale on 9th December. BoA may be the queen of hip hop but with her amazing voice, her ballads are something else. So...here is one of my favourites「MERIKURI」. Here is today's SECOND DOWNLOAD and it's actually a special version of the song taken from her recent BEST&USA album. Enjoy!
The single, to be released on 28th October, is a super triple A-side: 「NIJIIRO NO SAKANA / Open Happiness / MONSTER」. MONKEY MAJIK are 100% my favourite artist around and this single makes me so happy. Like, properly open happiness. Hehe. NIJIIRO NO SAKANA is used in the TVCM for SUBARU's IMPREZA; Open Happiness was a collaboration with Coca-Cola's Happiness campaign; and MONSTER was used in Pocky chocolate's TVCM. The first two songs are proper pop/rock tunes which really pumps you up and gets you going. MONSTER is a good old power rock song and it gives the single a nice twist. I really love this single, guys - it's amazing. Check out more on ORIGINAL LONDON. Anyway, here are the downloads. Oh by the way, I've not been able to find the full version of NIJIIRO NO SAKANA so bare with me, the video will suffice for the time being : 「NIJIIRO NO SAKANA」(2.35), 「Open Happiness」, 「MONSTER」 .
FLUMPOOL, the artist everyone's talking about, have just announced, yesterday during their live show in Tokyo, that they will release their first full album 「What's flumpool?!」this winter. It will include both singles released earlier this year and it's set to consist of 16 tracks - that's 80 minutes of music. Now that is a fully loaded album. It will be on sale form 23rd December. Scroll down for the full tracklist. Since they will also be doing a national tour in 2010, they have some busy times coming ahead, and so let's support them the best we can. In the meantime, if flumpool are new to you, you might want to DOWNLOAD February's single 「HOSHI NI NEGAI WO」. Enjoy.
Anime series 「ONE PIECE」hit a milestone as the 10th production is set to be released on 12th December. The theme song for the film will be provided by veteran rock/pop group MR.CHILDREN. It's the first time they've collaborated with an anime movie, but hopefully all will go well. The song is called 「fanfare」, and it's actually the first product to be released by MR.CHILDREN since their hit album in 2008. So yeah, I can't wait. That's all the info I've got so far but in the meantime, you can DOWNLOAD one of my favourite tracks from that album - 「GIFT」. Enjoy.
Celebrity talent, BECKY, has just started her singing career, and it has been announced today that she will sing the new opening theme tune to popular cartoon 「CRAYON SHINCHAN」. The original writer sadly passed away last month having written 48 manga books, but the TV program will continue on. The theme song 「HAPPY HAPPY」is written by Becky herself.. but come on, really? I'm not so sure about this new challenge of hers. Tell me what you guys think. Anyways, the first show with her new theme tune will be on air on 23rd October, TV ASAHI on Fridays from 19:30.
EXILE are set to release their first original album in 2 years since 「EXILE LOVE」. The new album, 「AISUBEKI MIRAI E」, will include the hit single 「SOMEDAY」and also their upcoming song which will be released on 11th November. Plus, not only will there be the CD only on sale, there's also gonna be a CD+2DVD set and a CD+2DVD+XMAS CD limited version as well! It will be hitting the stores on 2nd December.
Today APPLE unveiled the all new iMAC. Oh my God. It's unbelievable. The design has improved further since the latest model: it has a 21.5 or 27 inch widescreen, covered by glass from end-to-end, with LED backlights for even sharper picture. And thanks to IPS, the display is beautiful from whatever angle you look at it. The keyboard is as thin as ever and the mouse has totally changed. The new MAGIC MOUSE has no buttons or scroll balls - it is simply a flat surface, where you can click, scroll and swipe. Wow. For more DETAILED FEATURES click here. The price starts at just ￥118,800 so I would BUY it now. I use a Mac myself, but I so want to replace it with this new sexy one..
The most emotional film of the year 「I GIVE MY FIRST LOVE TO YOU」- a story about a young boy, who is told he cannot live past 20, and a girl he is loved by - is set to be in cinemas this Saturday. Amongst the cast are MAO INOUE and MASAKI OKADA. The accompanying track is by KEN HIRAI, well-known for really beautiful ballads. The new song 「BOKU WA KIMI NI KOI WO SURU」is to be this winter's number to which the whole of Japan will be crying to. The lyrics are very direct and powerful, and are sung by his soft voice, which together provide the perfect ingredients for this very moving track. And of course, you can DOWNLOAD it first here at ORIGINAL JAPAN. Check out the VIDEO too. The release date is 21/10. Enjoy.
Yesterday, we saw the Men's All-round Gymnasts take the stage at the 02 arena in London, where Japan's 20-year-old star, KOHEI UCHIMURA, triumphed. Having settled for the silver medal last year in Beijing, he has now gone a step further, and deservedly too. Living here in London, I was able to watch them live and I really thought UCHIMURA was fantastic. Every motion was controlled and well-executed and I was pretty impressed. Also, Great Britain's DANIEL KEATING surprisingly claimed the 2nd prize, and naturally I was excited. Though, to be honest I'm not so sure about the judging - like, he wasn't amazing.. Anyways, I hope the guys can continue to prepare in this way for 2012's Olympics. It's gonna be a good one.
こんなの見つけた！コカコーラゼロを買うとワンポイント。応募すると、ファッションにこだわる中田英寿が身に着けている秋冬のマストアイテム、WILD HEALTH BLACK KNIT CAPが当たる！スパイキーハート印とポンポンがついた、季節にぴったしな１００％綿のニット帽子。めちゃかっこいいと思うんだけど、、ロンドンに住んで ると応募できない 泣。 しかも、僕は中田元選手の超ビッグファンなんですけど。イギリスのPREMIER LEAGUEに移籍したときはハッピーすぎ、そしてたった２９歳で引退したときはまじ悲しかったw この貴重商品を当ててみよう！そして、当てた方は写真でもメールして下さい。面白いポーズとかしてくれたら、ORIGINAL JAPAN.にアップしてあげるかも。
Yo people, look what I found today.. COCA-COLA ZERO are in the middle of a black hat campaign, headed by former footballer Hidetoshi Nakata, whereby you can win one of 3,000 hats simply by picking up a bottle and entering your number. It's a promotion for something called WILD HEALTH and I think it's perfect for the coming autumn/winter season. It's 100% cotton with a spiky heart mark and even a pom-pom too. Sadly, living in London, I'm clearly not eligible to for this awesome competition. What's more, I really like the hat. And I really like Nakata too.. He was a super player, especially in the Italian league and when he came to the English Premier League with Bolton Wanderers, I was ecstatic.. only to see him retire a year later at just 29. That was not cool. Anyways, have a go yourself and see if you win, you never know. If you do, send me a picture of you posing with the hat and I'll see if you get a spot on the blog.
