LMYK Starts from 0 with Latest Anime Music Video!

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Vocalist LMYK was greatly selected as the ending theme of the anime Vanitas no Carte", and her new song "0 (zero)" was ranked high not only in Japan but also in Taiwan and Canada. The music video that was recently released on YouTube, in which she appeared for the first time, has also received many enthusiastic comments from overseas. In response to these positive responses, a new music video of "0 (zero)" featuring illustrations from the anime Vanitas no Carte has been released.

The anime Vanitas no Carte is based on the latest work by Jun Mochizuki, the author of the popular manga PandoraHearts which has sold over 5.5 million copies. And it is currently on air. It is produced by BONES, a company famous for producing high quality anime such as Fullmetal Alchemist and Psalms of Planets Eureka seven, and has been getting a lot of attention overseas. 

LMYK produced both Japanese and English versions of the song for this anime. For the overseas distribution of the anime, a new attempt has been made to use the English version of the song in English-speaking regions. It is an elegant and gothic soundscape that beautifully adorns the steampunk world of 19th century Paris. The newly released music video for the anime version of "0 (zero)" is also based on the English lyrics, and the images from the TV anime are exquisitely edited to match the music and the world of the anime, making it an enjoyable experience for both music and anime fans. Her new song is also produced by Jimmy jam & Terry Lewis, one of the world's leading producer teams. LMYK's signature whispering voice is used as an orchestration, and their production work visualizes the sound as if it were a garden in bloom.

Continue to be on the lookout for LMYK with the English version of “0 (zero)” music video below!

MACROSS∆ Concert "WALKüRE ATTACK!" Complete 2016 Live Tour Finale will Stream to 18 Territories Worldwide on August 28

Tactical sound unit Walküre, featured in the Macross Delta anime series, will premiere the remastered version of their legendary 2016 concert "Walküre Attack!" Tour Finale to international fans on August 28. The never-before-seen complete version of the concert, which has not been included in any previous package, was recorded live at Zepp DiverCity (Tokyo) on September 10, 2016. The emotional, high-energy event – which marked an important milestone for the group and their fans – will be streamed in its entirety one time only to 18 territories, including Japan.

The full-length concert will last approximately two-and-a-half hours and will be the only chance for fans to watch the complete presentation before the shortened "digest" version is released in September as part of the Macross Delta "Walküre Edition" Blu-ray Box Set on September 28.

Walküre members are:
Mikumo Δ JUNNA, Freyja Δ Minori Suzuki, Kaname Δ Kiyono Yasuno, Reina Δ Nao Toyama, Makina Δ Nozomi Nishida Walküre debuted in the anime series Macross Delta, the latest in the Macross robot anime series that celebrates its 40th anniversary next year.

In June 2020, their fourth single, "Mirai wa Onna no Tame ni Aru" became the first single for Walküre and for the Macross series to reach No. 1 in the Weekly Oricon Singles Chart.

As previously reported, Walküre’s first new album in five years, Walküre Reborn!, is scheduled for release on October 13.

Be sure to check out the teaser video for the upcoming live viewing along with the viewing info below!

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MacrossΔ #Air Walküre Premium 1st LIVE 2016 ～Walküre Attack!～

Organizer: BIGWEST

Streaming: Live Viewing Japan

Premiere:
August 28, 2021 – 19:30 (Viewing open) / 20:00 (Start) (JST)

Price: 1800 JPY

*service fee will be applied outside Japan

Ticket site for overseas fans:
https://ib.eplus.jp/walkure1st-streaming

Tickets on sale:

August 19, 2021 (23:00) – August 28, 2021 (23:59) (JST)

Archive viewing available:
August 28 (24:00) – August 30 (23:59) (JST)

Streaming territories:

Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Poland, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, UK, USA

About Live Viewing Japan:

Live Viewing Japan is a Japanese-based media distribution company focused on bringing a variety of entertainment properties to a global theatre-going audience. More information on the company and its projects is available at: https://liveviewing.co.jp/en/

Music Corner Week 87: SUKISHA

SUKISHA is the solo music project of track maker Hiroyuki Ikezawa that got its start back in August of 2017. With the daunting virtue of pursuing unique and universal sound that is enjoyed by all audiences, SUKISHA does it with a wide net of compositions. Wither it be the house style of “Sparkling” and “Blue in Green” or the Neo-Soul melody of “Cherry”, or the lofi works of “Magic Spell”, he is certain to turn heads of many new comers and persuade them to keep on listening to the next track. While several of his solo tracks are amazing in their own right, SUKISHA really shines in collaborative efforts. The songs “Big Smile” with kojikoji and “Just Dance” with Kan Sano are some of many examples that show how he is able to bring the best out in any vocalist. 

SUKISHA released six albums between 2018 and 2021 with over 30 digital singles, there are bound to be new sounds and experiences for new listeners and fans alike. 

Be sure to check out the music video for “Magic Spell” below, along with his official website, Twitter, and Instagram!

fishbowl Shows the Beauty of Shizuoka in Latest Music Video!

To hype up their upcoming double A-side single, six-member idol group fishbowl released the music video for their track “朱夏” (Shuka”) on their YouTube channel. fishbowl is an idol group from Shizuoka produced by Yamamoto Sho. Following their debut single "深海" (“Shinkai”), the 2nd single "踊子 / 朱夏"  (“Odoriko/ Shuka”) will contain songs with motifs such as the scenes and feel of Shizuoka. The single will drop with four editions that are loving called Type A-D. Type A-C will be CD-only while Type D will feature a bonus DVD. 

This music video was shot in various parts of Shizuoka prefecture, and featured a one-cut scene along with a scene where a large number of fireworks were launched while girls danced in the background. The music video was directed by WACHAJACK from Shizuoka, following his collaboration for the debut song “Shinkai”.

As we look forward to the upcoming release, be sure to check out the music video in question along with the pre-order links for the single below!

Standard edition Type A

Standard edition Type B

Standard edition Type C

Limited edition Type D

Nao Toyama Casts a New Spell with Upcoming Single!

During a special variety show titled “Naobou’s Summer Vacation with Yumiri and Tane” that was recently streamed on YouTube, voice actress Nao Toyama announced that she will be singing the ending theme of Isekai Shokudo (Restaurant to Another World) season 2, which will begin airing in Japan in October 2021. The song, titled “冷めない魔法“ (“Samenai Maho”), will also be released as a single on November 3! 

Since her debut, Nao Toyama has played the heroine in numerous popular anime. Last year, in 2020, she celebrated her 10th anniversary as a voice actress and released a character song best album titled “Special Thanks.” This year, her fifth as an artist, she released a mini concept album titled “off” on the theme of rest and healing, which ranked 4th on the Oricon Weekly Ranking. 

“Samenai Maho” will be released in three editions: a CD-only standard editions, a limited editions that will come with a bonus Blu-ray, and an anime editions that will come with a bonus DVD. The limited edition Blu-ray will include a full recording of Ouchi de Naobou! Minna de Off-Kai, a YouTube concert held to commemorate the release of her mini concept album “off” in June. This will also include previously unreleased footage of her singing “Sayonara Moratorium” and “Kimi no Egao ni Koishiteru.” The booklet will include the names of those who supported Ouchi de Naobou! Minna de Off-Kai with Super Chat/Super Stickers, as well as newly taken photos. 

The bonus DVD with the anime edition contains the entire episode of Naobou’s Summer Vacation with Yumiri and Tane that was broadcast on August 14, including unreleased footage. The cover of the anime edition will be a special collaboration illustration of Nao Toyama tucking into a meal at Yoshoku no Nekoya, a restaurant in Isekai Shokudo season 2. 

As we look forward to the upcoming release be sure to check out the music video for “off”, song with the pre-order links for “Samenai Maho” below!

Standard edition

Limited edition

Anime edition