The Entertainment News 2017 Edition Issue #39

Okay I don't really know what I'm writing for KN10YEARS this week and I've not read my own logic in explanation yet, so that'll have to wait till after this. I'll settle this first. For starters, the Klassic Note section is pretty much blank haha

Let's start. *laughs*

アニメ Tsurezure Children

Yeah they made Patricia MVP this last episode, no doubting about it haha

The final episode (#TsurezureChildren12) leaves us with the endings we desire. First half is the sports club, which is what I really wanted from the start of the show for the kids: interaction. Interaction between students, couples, and others who are pissed at couples. We are also introduced briefly to some of them, and then more came out of those we did see. For once, they made that foreigner Patricia stand out in the crowd. Well if you read the manga please do not spoil it for me because I don't know of her story yet. Nonetheless, this inter-class soccer tournament really brings in the greatness of the school, and the environment that comes with it. Second half we get to our pivotal point of the story, and that is getting the class out on to the beach. Sadly, not everyone is going. Or to rephrase, not everything will go unless they are persuaded to. So yeah, this somehow settles things between Sugawara and Takano (haha they don't know *wink*) and Chiaki and Kana as the guy brings up his courage to make sure they can get back together again, in the latter case. Takano though, is one brave girl. Then again she gave a lot of false hope to her partner, considering even her friend has liked the guy before. That's not important though, as we reach some equilibrium which surprisingly, goes to a new height. Now I really want more of everything, including the beach trip. But yeah, this is it, ladies and gentlemen. And as I moan on the animation compensated by the awesome voice acting and somewhat cheesy stories of the couples, I reminisce on the days where they all started confessing to each other, or at least, started trying. "Tedium Children", everyone. (Yeah that's how the title translates too lol)

Everyone has a hero moment. This one is Chiaki's.

P.S. In case you read what I mentioned last week on the manga portion (I'm not going to repeat it here), yeah, no wonder she went bikini shopping hehe NOOOOOO I WANT TO SEE IT ANIMATED!!! *sob*

アニメ Aho Girl

AND THEY END THIS SERIES WITH A FLASHBACK? EHHHHHH???

Hell yeah they did, in this final episode (#AhoGirl12), they ended with a flashback. Just like how every other show ended with one so they can wrap a season of comedy. Well, and this is as good as it gets. Turns out we're actually fed with a really sad story of Akkun who just wants to be the best student he can ever be. Man, sucks to be him though, because that person who wants to do him no good becomes his new neighbour (now that I think of it he can just move out lol), and gets kissed all the time in the first place. The mother may be right, but this is no love or perv or fighting at the age of 5, so whatever. I mean, school can't teach you to deal with an idiot, as they say. *laughs* Nonetheless, I feel bad for Akkun even up till now, and that also hasn't changed. Because really, dealing with an idiot, or someone trying to be one, is tiring. Relate this to someone who suffers from cerebral palsy and you'll get what I mean. Because dealing with someone that has disabilities is different from dealing with someone making a farce. It's just... I can't... sorry, Akkun. This story was made for you. I'm sorry. And thank goodness I wasn't one of them. Thank. F**king. Goodness. *laughs heartily*
P.S. The other images looked like porn/saliva rape, so this will do haha

This is where it all started, huh.

P.P.S. And just in case you didn't know this is MOST DEFINITELY an Anime filler episode, meant to wrap up stuff as a serialisation of a show ends. Convenient method as usual, but not like I know if the flashback is part of the manga story or not. I suppose it is, but presented this way it's not, that's for sure.

アニメ Gamers!

It's the first time I see eye-blinking to pass on messages being a thing in an Anime haha

The new episode (#Gamers11) feels like the last already, but I guess it's not? The guys decide to go on an amusement park tour, in hopes of... well they didn't do nothing much to be honest. Amano is influencing his bunch of female friends to like him as usual, Tendou is happy without knowing the whole picture, Uehara is just as scheming and mistaken as ever, Chiaki (not MVP lol) is as confused and as happy as ever despite the collapse, and Aguri just likes Tasuku. To be honest, Chiaki will be the only one who knows of the truth of Amano, for he is just one to like the friends around him because he doesn't have much of such a thing in the past, so yeah, if this makes him popular with the girls then I'm sorry haha. Nonetheless, this is just some kind of conclusion we hope to see more of before this series ends next week, and hopefully we'll have somewhere to land on in terms of this relationship hexagon. I don't want to know honestly, but it must conclude somehow. And don't try the method this episode, please. It'll not satisfy, really.

Just look at the smiles on their faces lol

P.S. Is it just me who feels Chiaki's rather assertive this episode? I mean, pulling on Amano saying she'll feel lonely? What do you think her sister feels of this?? lol

アニメ Pri Pri Chii-chan!

Second season already, ladies and gentlemen. And you bet I'm still watching this kids show haha. First things first, don't ask what happened in the previous 12 episodes because I don't remember anything. Come on, we know everything here is an adventure, and it always come back to square one. From making Yuuka happy (or not) to going down to the underground to Uc-chan's story (man that one I remember) before she landed on Earth and so on... man it was all an adventure. Hey, ignoring how childish the plots may be, some of them tend to remind me of life lessons we can pick up ("inspiration", I call them), with the latest episode (#PriPriChiiChan24) talking about confidence to walk down the isle of a fashion show, for example. All in all I'm still happy, and if not for the theme songs I would have left lol. Not really, but in case you don't know of what's going to happen next episode, we're going to welcome two new theme songs - Tomacchan for opening and Mocho for ending - for the show, and I have a feeling it's going to be great. It's pretty good so far, so I hope this will carry on to be better.

This season's show in a nutshell.
Come on, Jo-kun isn't the only one who's mesmerised by the main girl hehe

漫画 Tsurezure Children Vol.1

I may do this once a week per volume, but no promises for now. One volume may be too much, but for the first one which I've seen most of it once the Anime has ended (well, after I watched the episodes that have the stories) this will be quick. Most of them are available in the first couple of episodes, as we see relationships form between the characters, from (if you don't know the notation I refer to the couples by their male counterpart) the Gouda couple, the Chiaki couple, the Furuya couple with the sister mixed in it (you bet the sister is in it haha) the Katori "couple"? (Well he has many encounters so I'll leave you to consider which one is the real one) (The kitten in the tree, maybe?) The Yamane couple (without the bro friend *wink*), the Sugawara couple, the Akagi couple, and many more. Some are not mentioned here because they play small part for now (I know some of them are quite main in later volumes), their stories pretty much ended (remember "Spica"?), or there is further development not mentioned in the Anime. For example, the Takase couple has a third person involved (I may be biased because I stand on Kanda's side) which is Alice, a yandere (yes the type with a knife haha) who wants to express love for Takase but can't do it even if she attempts to remove Kanda from her sight lol. Other new ones include secondary characters from the Anime including Patricia and Keisuke in which confession takes on a language barrier, the one who likes the teacher, the Souma couple whose club leader likes the little boy (why?) and Miss Wabisabi who actually just wants to perform in "a" band for school festival for once (no ulterior motives whatsoever hehe) even though it's not the case. Well, you can read it for yourself, future reviews may also be this long (or not), and this sets up many stuff that will happen in future chapters. Recently I talk about spoiling myself off new content by reading very ahead of things, so I'll do this progressively from now if possible. I'm aiming for Takano's swimsuit chapter! YES!! *laughs*

音楽 This Week on Klassic Note

For once. In a long time. I've nothing to talk about. Well, recently I've been watching some live performances and some have gotten my attention, so I'll get somewhere somehow. As far as I can remember KANA-BOON's new album is coming out next week, and I have Apple Music which has them in it, so... I'll be looking forward to that. The topic song music video isn't all that bad. I mean, the song. *laughs* I don't think it's good enough though. The last time I hear something like this (the change in music style, not their own) I followed ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, so...

In new stuff, miwa's new single is confirmed for October, Tsuji Shion is on an inspiration overseas trip if I'm not wrong (she's in her 2nd country Singapore right now *wink*), Minase Inori's new single is ready for November release, and more recently like, just now, Amamiya Sora's new single is slated for December holiday entertainment. I hope it's a Christmas song. But yeah, it'll never come true.

Or will it? *prays hard*

(Details of updates on @KlassicNote likes page, so be sure to check it out yourself!
*Translations not included)

This is it then. I know. I've not been listening to new songs lately because I'm busy for a lot of stuff in school. Remember? It's mostly because of mood when I give songs or find new songs today. Oh, I haven't posted this week's KN10YEARS post yet? Oops. Well, when you read it you'll get it. Cya guys then, and until next time... Can I hire someone to spellcheck for me? I'm not doing this efficiently. My fingers move faster than I can proofread the text that appear on screen.

As long as we know the truth, we can live in a lie.

I'm talking about society, by the way. Because we live in the society and know what's really going on with the state, you'll not believe and understand how much recognition it gets overseas or its standing in the whole world. You know, where I live, for example. Here's a hint: it's the healthiest and best place to live because of its security in Asia.

The Entertainment News 2017 Edition Issue #38

I've gotten enough on writing not a report this weekend, so no. No #KN10YEARS post this week. On the other hand, it's rather short and it's about anticipating new song releases and I could just finish this tonight if I wanted to, so... we'll I'll see.

I keep thinking there's someone else besides me for some reason. Been staying at home too long already, I guess.

アニメ Tsurezure Children

"How did you confess to him?" I'm like "I intentionally dropped by contact lenses for him to pick it up!" Volume 1 Omake ladies and gentlemen hehe sorry for the spoilers

The second last episode (#TsurezureChildren11) for this series is going strong, and setting things up for the last episode. As I watch the preview for this week's episode, I remind myself of the realisation Takano has come to be thanks to Kamine's sharing of her love experience (Is it that similar? I don't know) and what it takes for Chiaki and Kana to come back together again, this time thanks to technology problems. Well, there's human fault too, and she can get the house phone to call Chiaki too ("If you forget my phone number I'll kill you" <= That's what they say in the 90s), but we'll not discuss too much of that here. All in all, it's setting things up for the future with potentially life-changing results, as we clearly see love being a force to change most of their lives, for the better. For example, you get a very studious Ryouko for some reason, but is it too late? That, you can ask me. From experience, dear girl, it may be too late. But what's more important is the emphasis here on the classroom environment. As I'm out of that, I realise I'm more self-confident (which can be a good or bad thing) and thus can approach and communicate with people more. On the other hand you get better pressure from the class (rumours and stuff, which can be a good thing or bad thing) to do certain things in life, like dating, dating and dating. *laughs* Hey, I'm liking this show, to be honest, and I can't wait to see if my dad will sleep early so I can watch the first broadcast of this on my home TV hehe I can watch this again all day

This is the face of bliss, people. Remember that well.

P.S. And that is why, ladies and gentlemen, you should NEVER bring your phone with you into the bathroom. Well, starting from iPhone 7 it's not a problem though, but before that... just don't. Also, do not try this at home too, but hitting your phone is no good, Kana's mother. Electronics don't work that way. I know; I'm an engineer haha
P.P.S. Man, do I look like Ryouko-chan (*wink*) right now. Struggling through math thinking that I solved it... thank goodness life isn't all mathematics. Phew! But getting into college/university though... that's another thing hehe
(I don't really want to say this but THANKS FOR THE BATHTUB FANSERVICE!!! haha)
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アニメ Aho Girl

Wow if this episode (#AhoGirl11) isn't drama packed. I didn't start with a short intro because... every one of them is good. From taking revenge on a dessert to life lessons to a heroic dog... this show's got everything. Well, everything funny, that is. Defying all logic is a girl who can do nothing but try (man it's going to be a problem for Ruri-chan as she struggles to survive in society I guess), fight thugs with bananas shoved up their... mouths haha, and fighting dogs? Really? That's the best you can come up with, author? Really lame though, to be honest. On the other hand, I had a lot of laughs, and a lot of drama feels. Well, as much as this show is relevant though. That idiot is still seeping out of this show from time to time, making me remember this is just a joke show, nothing else.

So much, so much story in one image.
Okay you can ignore the dragonflies mating haha

P.S. Hey guess what? We're all better than Ruri-chan. I don't know this is a consolation to anyone, but remember we're doing this at the expense of an 11-year-old. So show some empathy and appreciation, please. *laughs*
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アニメ Gamers!

Straight off the bat we see Amano's stupidity shining in the light. I mean, you're not that idiot *wink* but you're pretty close bro haha

Man, I have to draw that relationship chart myself someday already. Okay, I didn't do that from episode 1, or anything slightly later than that episode, so whatever. This new episode (#Gamers10) tries to clear misunderstandings, but not really. With the ending, it still manages to achieve that blur we've been getting from the start. Aguri threw off her friend, tries to find consolation with the boyfriend, and ends up seeing him going out with two girls. That's not important though, until she calls Amano and he came to her rescue even though he's out doing the most important thing in his life: purchasing a game! Weird, right? Actually, not really. As mentioned in the introduction, Amano, and the others to a smaller extent, are too dumb to notice they don't explain things properly, which eventually leads to the problematic situation we have now, or every episode up till now. Still, it has cleared the one thing which is assuring Tendou that Aguri is nothing but a brother to her... or did he? I would easily explain this as hearing out a friend over a breakup which can be important even if you're a gamer with friends (I mean, look at Tendou), but yeah, it's not going to get explained. I wonder when it will. Chiaki is still confused about her feeling with Amano, and Uehara still thinks he has got hold of the whole situation. (Spoilers: He has not.) Where will this head to? Your guess is as bad as mine haha

Yeah, reuse those animations haha Keita looks dumb in this

P.S. In the intro here I'm referring to the first thing Amano mentioned this episode which is asking his girlfriend a way to reject someone, for his sake. That second part is really important because this literally makes Tendou feel that you want to learn how to reject someone to reject her. Well that cleared out somehow, right?
P.P.S. I would like to bring your attention to the most slice-of-life scene which is the siblings sharing thoughts and troubles with each other. And that's how siblings are. I'm maintaining a great relationship with my sister like this. Not romantic, just... being each other's listening ear. We're both single if that helps haha I'm as dumb as this show
(GIF HAKKEN!! *laughs* No I didn't "find" it I did it myself. Nothing beats DIY, yes?)

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漫画 Dagashi Kashi

The new chapters (77.78), or well, I'll focus on the former one because the other one was your usual chapter. I like talking about these not-your-usual chapters, you know. The Endou siblings visit their grandmother's in a long time, and discuss about the old sweet that she places on her place every time people visit. So yeah, also weirdest chapter because we don't see Kokonotsu and Hotaru for once, and only hear them on the phone. (I mean, I WANT to see Hotaru-chan haha) What's not weird is the sibling relationship there is between these two, which makes this chapter more interesting than usual. And what's better, their knowledge (or knowledge in acquisition) of dagashi is enough that they know how to speak their minds out well to their elderly.

GRANDMA TRIGGERED

P.S. I looked at Chapter 77 cover and then Sayashi's face on the first page and I laughed haha

Tsurezure Children: No I just took a peek on the latest (translated) chapters and I saw awesome things. Well, mostly people in couples already which is not yet in Anime so... Takano looks great in a bikini?
AAAAAAAAAAAAHHH!!
*laughs* Thanks Love Master!

音楽 This Week on Klassic Note

Hmm... this week, not many releases, to be honest. But then again, it has been like that before, so let's quickly talk about it. ClariS new single is not impressive as with all their other singles, but out of pity I ended up giving the topic song because it wasn't bad. Hey, if I stay it's because of the style, nothing else. (Then again if it's style means it's Anime songs, uh oh) On reviewing of releases from last week, SID's new album is not interesting after all so I only took a familiar tune, Porno Graffitti's new single was quite a letdown so I also ended up giving only one, Rie fu's new album is okay as I step up to give some of her "artworks", and last but not least I decided to give H ZETTRIO a chance with a couple of songs. Don't know who they are? In a nutshell they're the spiritual successor to PE'Z who disbanded back in 2015, so it sounds the same, but different. You can go find out about it yourself; Me saying doesn't make any sense until you feel the beats of this jazz.

Talking about next week... there's nothing. Really. I don't remember anything. There's nothing written on the document either. So yeah. *looks at own Twitter likes* On other things though, I finally got a listen to a single track digital release of the still yet unannounced Anime "Koi to Uso" ending theme song by a bunch of girls named "Roys" on their debut single. I don't know why, but make it quick, yes? Plenty of releases are announced for November, so that's another peak season to take note of. yucat's preparing for a new (I think it's a best) album, Porno Graffitti is also releasing an album hopefully not as disappointing as the recent review, Ayachi's best album new song for her fanclub has been announced (title only, as usual) and Komatsu Mikako's new single is (no surprise there) the new ending theme song for the Anime she was credited with last season. Oh well. You know she doesn't go well with Anime, right, Q-MHz? *laughs*


Ok that's it. I'm burning out liao, as you can see from the typing above. Cya guys next week then, and that's probably when I'll have more time to blog or whatever. I'm still actively giving new songs though, as you notice, to keep up with the pace of my yearly intake of new songs every year haha. Until next time... I hope you aren't as "busy" as me worrying about stuff. In all honesty though I'd rather about work (a 5-day work week one) than school. Although seeing my sis work weekends for no reason I may have to think twice. Then again her clients work weekend so sucks to be her hehe

The Entertainment News 2017 Edition Issue #37

Wow, it's been 37 weeks this year already, huh....

LET'S GET TO IT! Haha if you wondered why it's this short go look at this week's #KN10YEARS post talking about changes in artist members and how it affected my experience as a listener.

アニメ Tsurezure Children

I was just wondering how thick of a block Gouda can be and they served him a basketball haha I laughed too hard on that one

The new episode (#TsurezureChildren10) brings us further with more relationships, and potential interactions between them, and I like that. We are close to the season finale, so it's good to see things going further than what is already established. Yamane is still worried about Kurihara's kindness to him (I believe it's not just that too), but sitting as the "light bulb" that is Motoyama (pun not intended) I feel bad for him to stay while his friend spends time with the partner. On the other hand, I'd like to lament his actions for if he didn't stay the event will not take place as shown in the story too. Of course to maximise this for his friend then he should just stay until certain things are done (for example, Yamane settled down and took a bite and says it's delicious) (or this may take a while, but) before he leaves. That'll be doing a good deed for the brother he truly respects. Oh well, maybe next time? On other things, Gouda and Kamine are progressing extremely well, with Kamine feeling really uneasy of him with other girls, and voicing her selfish opinions out. Of course, as mentioned at the start, to the surprise of their classmates Chiaki and Kana. Then again, this less than proactive couple did not manage to do much other than kiss unlike the ones at the park (lol), but hey, Chiaki got the shot. Whether Kana is happy about that or just purely pissed, I don't know. It's got to happen someday, the first. I mean, someone choked on her first kiss haha

I guess this is me when I hear what Yamane and Kurihara have to say lol

P.S. "I have to be back home by eight" WE'LL BANG UNTIL THE SUN SETS DOWN!!! Haha Chiaki will NEVER say that to Kana
P.P.S. I'll probably do up that GIF about Gouda getting hit by a basketball and not flinching lol is this what it feels like to be in a relationship?

BOOM, GOT HIM!
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アニメ Aho Girl

Thank goodness I don't have this idiot *wink* in my life to spoil my childhood dreams but still that acting is top notch was Yuuki Aoi-chan born with this talent??? lol

Wow, every episode of this show is really trying to blow me off as much as possible, and I mean comedy not anything else haha. The new episode (#AhoGirl10) explores on more ridiculous things but starting small, from the gals trying to punch an earlobe hole? Sure, never seen it done before, and I swear I heard of other methods to wear earrings (well, those magnet ones technically are useless though), but hey, sometimes like taking that flu shot you need a bit of encouragement. I mean, if I got someone to punch when I was a kid I wouldn't be scared of needles lol. Then, there's the drama roleplay in the park. Damn, Aoi-chan is good voicing this. And then, things went to a whole new level. I mean, comic and action elements are never meant to be in this show, but it did. Speeding down the mountain road with a dog and fighting over undies (lol pure coincidence) must be some of the most random stuff you'd see Anime do, but here it is. Now Ruri-chan should feel stupid for not knowing that grades aren't everything you can still be a perv or a martial arts expert both ways will get you a drama role someday haha okay I think I've said enough
(Edit: I liked that opening intro though haha)

Drag physics 101 shown in one image haha
(No I don't mean the Dalmatians lol)

P.S. I see what you did there, putting that pole that writes "be aware of perverts" beside the Prez I know you want to see some pole-dancing but this is not the show haha
P.P.S. GIF of the b**ches fighting in a moment hehe

...


BOOM! Don't guess who won! *laughs*

Damn, this show.

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アニメ Gamrz Gamers!

This might sound wrong but I like the panting in Chiaki okay that sounds totally wrong I take it back then I TAKE IT BACK SHUT UP CHIAKI I DON'T LIKE YOU ANYWAY haha

Before I start I was just wondering what's with the new ending theme song and I noticed they're just trying to sell me on the new ending theme single which released this week I REJECTED THE HECK OUT OF THE B-SIDE ALREADY STOP PUSHING IT ON ME!! Haha, this aside, the new episode (#Gamers09) talks about what happened to Chiaki, and how she ended up lying even further away from the truth. Amano kind of found out about what happened last episode indirectly, but instead of letting him assume otherwise (because he can as he's not that smart) Chiaki pushed the role of Nobe-san and MONO-san to her sister who was coincidentally in the room. Then again, it's obvious that doesn't click, and Uehara knows who to back up despite the fact that Chiaki is trying to cover up using her lies. Then again, this became another layer of misunderstanding after he mistakenly confessed who to side with to her, shocking the other two who are around. Hey, talk about more misunderstandings. Man, is this show going to end someday? Because it has to, right? Come on production, don't try to leave things hanging, please. We need to know if Konoha is the next Sagiri haha

As mentioned at the intro, rolling-on-the-floor-panting Chiaki is great.
Because imagine her big che-

P.S. Okay NOW I want to know what Konoha is doing in her room but guessing by what she said it's probably her getting excited about looking at idol girls in dance version music videos or whatever no really if I need a waifu this b**ch is it haha (okay maybe not she's into girls I'm just into her lol) (and also I don't want her to punch me just yet so I'm lying too)
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漫画 Kono Bijutsubu ni wa Mondai ga Aru!

As mentioned by the guy who released the translation, this new chapter (55) was a short one. However, it is pivotal in changing Usami's life in that... she wants to lose weight badly haha. After landing on Uchimaki accidentally in the last part, she realises she may be heavier than the average female (which is what ALL guys say because they think bone mass doesn't matter and NONE of them carry women with their muscles before) (or do they have any lol) and talks to her friends on doing it. Well, personal motivation does matter so let's anticipate what will happen to her next chapter, yes? I hope she doesn't drop dead on the floor and Uchimaki has to save her... actually that may not be a bad thing hehe

In case you need a recap, this is what happened last chapter.
Perfect. Just perfect haha

P.S. I wanted to post Kaori's face as she appeared in the group chat (it's literally her smiling face covering the square icon) but this was funnier. Don't you worry because this wasn't the funniest because if you have friends like Kaori you know this will become the chat group icon haha

漫画 A Channel Kashi

The new chapter (101) chances Yutaka (almost thought she was Miporin and realised that's what she refers to her friend) (who was called Miho btw) with Run-chan, and of course without Tooru around they can finally hang out together for once, of course in an effort to have Yutaka fill her belly up, ends up having to pay because everyone else is here. Satellite Miporin found them through a selfie and Tooru got worried, I assume. *laughs* Nonetheless, I enjoyed the small amount of time the two were hanging out together because it shows large differences between the two, like the image below haha
P.S. Okay I wonder which difference is bigger but I thought I would teach myself a social lesson so... no spoilers for the introduction then hehe

How To Be A Woman In Modern Society 101:
Take images of your food and post on social media before you eat lol

音楽 This Week on Klassic Note

This week is a week for many releases, now that I noticed. Luce Twinkle Wink's new single for Anime "Gamers!" was okay as it was Anison level disappointing anyway, and playing the B-side as the ending theme song from this week on will not help them get on my shelf, I assure you. Scenarioart's new single came in as stereotypical of their style, but that doesn't mean it's good. Whether this will get on my shelf despite the Anime credit? (BORUTO if you're wondering) I have no idea but I'm trying not to give such an average single. We'll see. Porno Graffitti's new single in a while isn't fantastic as I try to compare this to the singles I hear last year, so... yeah. Maybe I'll give one. I don't feel like giving it though. Rie fu's new album in Japan (I know there's UK that's why I'm saying this) is okay, as I continue to like the new tracks she brings back which has so much of her usual style unlike what she is pushing in the Western side. SID's new album is very close to disappointing as I identify the topic song as uninteresting and my feelings for rejection is even higher than the singles I reviewed this week. *sigh* Music is so hard to give nowadays. #KN10YEARS

Talking about that hashtag, please do take a read on my previous post as I continue to slowly cover all the topics I'd like to discuss the ten years I listen to Japanese music. I'll see how far I can go on this because I'm just plain lazy right now haha. Also, I've reviewed two singles this week in case you didn't notice, so be sure to see if whether negoto or Natsukawa Shiina should be your recommendation from me. On other things, I only know ClariS' new single releases next week (okay there's that Anime "Koi to Uso" ending theme I want to listen release digitally too), and I've been hearing new songs from recently TV broadcast live performances. Didn't know PE'Z had continued since they disbanded tbh

I think I just found the successor to PE'Z accidentally, like their music.

Random crazy jazz just as you like it: https://t.co/ENkE99nnxs

— Kaineng (@KlassicNote) September 10, 2017

This is it then. If I still recall as I go shower after this I'll fill in above later lol. Cya guys next time, and until then... projects are NOT life. Work will be easier when projects are not all life. Or well, if you have forever to do it. Or that forever is actually a shorter deadline than what your schoolwork dictates. Hey, at least it'll be easier once you get used to it. Modern society, ladies and gentlemen. Bye.

The Artist Changes And How Much It Matters

Okay, now I'm regretting this. Pushing everything I want to do to be done within a night. Feels like my school project, but hey, who doesn't? Okay, feels like it's only me now, so let's move on.

[This post is going to be text-heavy. You have been warned.]

(From left to right, top to bottom) VELTPUNCH in 2007, 2011, 2015 and in 2017

Welcome everyone, to another installment of the #KN10YEARS series, where we I talk about various things I observed in general about the music industry and everything Klassic Note. As the title suggests, and I don't know how to phrase it properly, we talk about changes in artist structure mainly in its members, and how that has affected my experience in listening to their music over the years. I felt I've known enough at this point to give a perspective on this, so let's get started!

WHAT IS AN "ARTIST CHANGE"?
An artist change in this post shall refer to the changing of the artist - which mainly has more than one member - in its constituent members, hopefully not the main people who write the songs, and how this has changed my experience in listening to them. Over the many years in Klassic Note, I have seen drastic changes in the change of artist members, from reducing group size to replacing members like, every other year. Yeah, if you don't think this matters because they sound the same in studio recording or in live, think again. We hardly see any increase in members though (ORESKABAND is a good exception to this post), so that is not going to be covered in this post for now.

WHO ARE WE TALKING ABOUT HERE?

I wonder why I'm missing the old than the new group lol

Good morning.
Listening to ClariS - Kokoro no Inryoku

— Kaineng (@KlassicNote) September 9, 2017

Since ClariS started this topic, let's talk about them first. In case you don't know of the infamous Anime duo who sang their way through recent years overseas lives and even revealed themselves even more recently (as in physically but not the faces), they actually started out as a different team, in case you didn't know. Their origins lie on posting cover songs on Niconico (YouTube in Japanese terms even though this is not the case now) and being picked up by production to produce theme songs for Anime, including Oreimo and Madoka Magica in their early years back in 2010. Their group name holds the essence of the good old duo of Clara and Alice (I guess it doesn't make sense in English but in Japanese it totally does), which is where it all started. Fast forward to 2014 where Alice announces her "graduation" from the group (in Japan that just means she's gone for good) and is being replaced with Karen who... actually has a more similar voice to Clara than to the departed member. Still, they continue to sing Anime songs and are still popular with the fans. For me? It has been a rough journey. Today, I stand happy with their new songs ever since 2015, and am still actively listening to their songs, including their new album and single up to April 2017. That may not mean much, but as a long time fan, something is missing. Aside from the obvious differences in chorus (which should be numb to me by now), but thinking back when they really sounded great together does bring me back. I don't really know how to describe this, but part of it is how each of them do actually sound different and coming together. And this? The duo today can never produce. Not that I miss Alice, but then again replacement may not be that much of a problem than it is a solution after all. Nonetheless, I'm still giving the songs, so I'm just thankful that it still exists today. But what does that mean for the brand name-holding production company?

I think watching the live performance, that I'm not a ClariS fan.

But if you are, you'll miss all they've sung. And love who they are now. pic.twitter.com/vAGXgIiXbN

— Kaineng (@KlassicNote) July 17, 2017

Another group worth mentioning and is a long time regular in Klassic Note is Chatmonchy. Before 2012, Chatmonchy consists of three girls, Eriko (the vocals and composer), Akiko (bassist) and Kumiko (drummer). In 2011 drummer Kumiko chose to retire from the group "on friendly terms" (according to Wikipedia) so we know there's no quarreling or whatever, but then it's sad. This had since then drastically changed the style of this group as Eriko continues to explore different possibilities for the group's new music style. They went from being an active duo in 2012 with Akiko picking up drums for the first time to being supported by different artists from 2014 to 2015. Today, they stand strong as a duo attempting to produce new melodies which are somewhat pop-rock and are very different from the good old rock band we know and love back then. So again, how much does that matter? To me, this had a huge impact back then. If you do hear their live performances or have before, not having the trio makes a big difference. Even getting others to replace the style of Kumiko in drums feels very unfamiliar considering they get to be part of producing the songs back then too. Nonetheless, we had to move on, and through learning more instruments on their part, Eriko and Akiko carried on the legacy in order to not disappoint their fans, and I like that. Their recent single did also catch my attention; it was as if the songs from one of those days had really come back.

Since we had to talk about changes, we can't have as many changes as regular Klassic Note J-Rock veteran VELTPUNCH. If I can name all the members that have come and gone for the past 10 years you should give me a medal for it. They started out with four members if I didn't remember wrongly, and has always stayed that way until 2008 where they changed their drummer, following their new mini-album and single where I started. Then on, the group has changed their guitarist in 2011, and had a partial disbandment and hiatus from 2012 to 2014, to come back in time for their 20th anniversary in 2017 under new members in their group. Composers and original members till date Hidenori and Aiko (who have been main vocals all this time) (I don't mean to forget the "shouter" but that changes along with the members too) still continued the band after so many years knowing that they can continue making awesome tunes we will love, and since the revival it has not been disappointing. Their album in 2016 last year was fantastic, placing half the their new songs on my list already. This is what will keep them going to matter what are the background changes, and this I will continue to enjoy. If you wonder whether everything else matters at this point, take note that with changes in people if the style doesn't really deviate we can still enjoy the music today compared to what is in the past.

Last but not least, forced group structures do cause a bunch of singer-songwriters to reach out to the sky to fly away more often than ever. Goose house was originally formed from auditioning for a group of solo composers so they could get together and write songs, and in recent years Anime theme songs. The first member that left was leader d-iZe who released his first solo album back in 2012 (I've heard that before) and left in 2014 following the group's first Anime credited single. Last year in 2016, Takezawa Migiwa announced her new mini-album followed by announcement of her departure in 2017 after their major album "HEPTAGON", which its title closely relates her to the now six-piece group today. Now, they stay united with 2 female and 4 male members, all struggling to keep the compositions work for all of us and at the same time, trying to juggle a life of solo music career in order to make a name for themselves. Most of them have at least released one or two solo works, and that is easy proof of them wanting to accomplish both at the same time. We don't know what's ahead of the group which may get too small to stay together or even hold it together for many years in the future as they get more international attention from the new audience of Anime. But I would say, there's always a thing to remember them by, and that is very important. Because each of them play a role in this group, it makes it even harder to tear them apart.

WHY TALK ABOUT IT?
As I anticipate the new nano.RIPE comeback and their new single with only half of its core members remaining, I think to myself what matters most in such change. It's inevitable, it's progressive, and yet it's ground-breaking, and it'll never be the same again. But isn't that what should be of music - the ever changing landscape, the search for something new - and what should be the vision of Klassic Note? I'm not complaining, and I'm most definitely not trying to sound like that obstinate old man who cannot get over the present and constantly reminisces the past, but to be honest, I miss those days. When they were still together making songs I liked, and their resolution to keep it together today brings a tear down my cheek. I don't know how many of these artists will I meet, or how many of them will last until I fill up the disbandment list (this will be covered in the near future don't you worry) every year and I cannot do anything but listen to their tunes again... maybe then, will seeing their change really matter.

-Kaineng, on the Klassic Note


This is it then, and stay tuned for the weekly series as I try to rush through two chapters of manga and write everything I've reviewed this week. That's... I think 3 singles and 2 albums. Geez. Getting tired already, doing all of this in one day. Well, I slept for half of it so whatever haha

P.S. I'll try to make it more readable by highlighting pointers and fix spelling errors (if any) very soon. Images may be in place if I have the mood to do it. We shall see.

P.P.S. I wanted to talk about groups like RSP but since they already disbanded before I could talk about their separation and technically that didn't greatly affect how the vocals have sung for the next couple of years (because the dancers d-RSP aren't singers in any way anyway), I shall not talk about it. I know there are more examples, but that'll be for #KN10YEARS then. I'll have to write everyone down by then so don't you worry I'll cover the s**t out of them lol

The Klassic Note Review 2017.09 Issue 2

Hey, guys. It may be TGIF now, but I'm not in the mood for some reason. Okay, I was lying by the time I finished reviewing this single. Thanks, Nan-chan. You'll never know why you've became the new pop idol in Klassic Note haha no you never will I just want to play games with you someday!!!

Okay, let's get to it before my inner fanboy gets me. It's leaking out already lol

音楽 The Klassic Note Review

Natsukawa Shiina - Fuwari, Korori, Karan, Koron [Single]

First Press Limited Edition

Regular Edition

Anime Limited Edition

(Close-ups are better, as usual. Just that there are none. I like the Regular Edition one that I have though) (Please ignore Anime covers as usual too)

Origin: I'm sure you could recall about half a year ago that this new voice actress and now solo singer Natsukawa Shiina (Nan-chan) came under the microscope of Klassic Note with her debut single in April, and now she has done it again. Following up on her debut streak she has yet another new release worth mentioning. This time, with Anime credit, with a stronger electronic pop tune. How did she manage to do it with such a music style, just like many other idols before her? Let's find out.

(1) Fuwari, Korori, Karan, Koron [Trans.: I honestly don't know!!]
It may sound like a lot of sounds from the lyrics, and it may just be beats hitting in the back of your head as you hear it, but that is pretty much it. Total addiction, back from when I first heard it. This ending theme song for Anime "PriPri Chii-chan" is purely just a dance pop tune, and hell yeah did she not dance. The lyrics also briefly talk about music "dancing" around and such, so yeah this song has little reason to it. But it has every reason to dance to it, that's for sure. That is, if she ever did it. Rather disappointed in the lack of dancing in the music video which I shall not review here, but in general this song isn't too disappointing. It's your usual bridge part problems, and the ending may sound a little weird, but otherwise you get a good, short song. And that, I like to give.
Rating: 4 stars (Average)

(2) Naimono Bakari [Always Asking For (The) Impossible]
As usual, the B-side is the deciding factor when it comes to singles, and this one I'm in the category of increased infatuation, I guess. For Nan-chan's new song sounds so much like her and all about singing herself out, is what I think the production is trying to do. But unlike the first track, this one totally talks about her laziness but her search for the impossible and more. For this, I like. And don't you just love the somewhat separated feel of the verses and chorus but how much it can still come back together? I'm saying it in the nicest way possible though. Sadly, this was a deal breaker as this is the kind of music illusion you need to get used to it before it sounds good. Still, this one I'm liking it more as I listen to it, and this, I want to see her dance to it. Okay why is it all about dancing? She's not in the mood to do it already, she just said. The lyrics are cute by the way; I'm just saying.
Rating: 4 stars (Average)

Conclusion: I think this is decent for a single, but I struggle to give this release still, but not as much as her first single, so that's good news. If you liked this artist and liked her voice in general, she makes of great "pure pure girl" (thanks Kannagi) vocals for the songs she sings, especially the B-side. This, I must recommend. If you didn't like the music then it's okay; she's better than the music makes of her. And that, I hope you give a listen to this newbie for she is going to break ground with her singing, I'm sure of it.

- Kaineng, on the Klassic Note

(*Just a side note, I actually read some of my older reviews like back in 2014 and noticed I didn't write that much, and songs are given little reason to put on my list. This might explain how it's so much short than my last review, in case you wonder. Okay never mind, I wrote a lot anyway haha too much information, huh.)


THE PACKAGE

Okay, this. Well, you may have noticed the plastic above the disc has already been removed as I took this photo because the first thing I wanted to check is whether the application registration link is still available so I can get the free wallpapers (like Aki-chan's best album) and the answer is... no. They shut the doors good on this one. Damn. Then again I should've done it before Sunday (by pre-ordering, I mean), but that's going to be tough anyway. The upside is I get to choose not HMV Japan (soon LAWSON HMV) (or anything through direct delivery) and I kind of regretted that now too. I ended up with two and I chose the landscape one from Gamers. Should've gone for the portrait one from Toranoana, my current self said. *laughs*
[Yes I placed overlays if you didn't notice]

Talking about Gamers, this time... no free magazine, no promotions I assume, but there's this... well promotion poster of a figurine I'll never buy lol, but yeah, minimal stuff. Well, who cares so long as I get my Nan-chan, yes? *giggles* More like きいろバカリ [Always Yellow] haha



This is it then. Cya guys next time, and until then... I mean, we're not getting another review soon, you know that, right? Good. Take care people. The weekend is harsh, and before you know it you'll have to go to that weekday life again. Ugh, thinking about it makes my head hurt. So hard to answer to the people when you know practically nothing haha that's my project progress

P.S. Please don't make her future singles be about "the new Nan-chan" please I beg you production needs to get out of it I'm here to avoid the beat generation fever that is chinese pop

The Klassic Note Review 2017.09 Issue 1

Well, it's going to be tiring doing up a review after a long Monday at school, but I told myself I could've done this earlier (ordering the release, I mean), and it's a public holiday last Friday, so... you know. It could've been Saturday. But hey, since it's here let's talk about it. It's been some time I'm giving another one of their releases, yes?

(Ah, these Razer headphones are making the ripped disc quality sound so much better than that crappy CD player in my room hehe)

音楽 The Klassic Note Review

negoto - Sora mo Toberu Hazu/ALL RIGHT [Single]

Limited Edition

Regular Edition

(I mean, what do you want me to say about these? Or should I mention about the "another jacket" which has the movie tie-in and it's more interesting than any of them?)

Origin: Well, we are familiar with negoto, or so I think. They may have left little impression on Klassic Note, but that doesn't stop them from singing new songs. And just as when I thought their latest single back in June wasn't ringing in me at all, they came up with another double A-side single. This time, with credit. This time, impressing me. This time, I have to listen. And here it is. It's that simple. Pretty straightforward actually if you think about it. Their usual style may come as a turn-off, but once in a while you have these easy-listening ones for movie "Dori Girl". And thanks to this movie, we have a set of wonderful tunes. This, I cannot not give a listen.

(1) Sora mo Toberu Hazu [Sure (to) Fly In (The) Sky]
Written by not negoto, this song is perfect for anyone who likes some rock music. Definitely not your usual negoto style, but they helped with the arrangement of the music, so what you hear is indeed what you get. The melody overall is great. No complaints from the first time I heard the preview to watching the music video in full to now and before this last week when it came out on Apple Music... this song is just great. I can't stop praising about it. It's that good. The lyrics may come as not weak if not, forceful because it tries to fit with the movie (long story short it's a knack at the movie which depicts on those makeshift flying races where you usually end up in the water instead of taking off after going off the cliff), so this is okay I guess. Otherwise, you'll like this song so much so you may want to find out what the movie is about. Congrats, negoto. You finally got a chance to sing a song I'll love.
Rating: 5 stars (Expected Impressive)

(2) ALL RIGHT
Being a truly negoto production if I'm not wrong (yeah all but Yuu the bassist somehow), this one still reflects a lot on them while still truly being a part of the movie this song is also credited for. As an insert song, it gives them more freedom to write what they like, and I think this comes off as pretty good, especially in first impression when I heard the preview. It was perfect. It kind of fell apart though, when I got to hear the full song when it released on Apple Music, and I hesitated. I hesitated to give this song. But then again I don't think it's bad. I just thought that the second verse wasn't as strong as the first verse in terms of impression, so that's a pity. Otherwise, the lyrics aren't as obvious in portraying the movie so it's good, the overall melody is okay, and their music style is impeccable. This shouldn't stop you from anything if you like negoto. Or if you're like me, then I think it's... all right?
Rating: 4 stars (Surprisingly Average)

Conclusion: All in all a great single. I'm liking this. I missed the negoto I liked so much only a new single on my shelf will save it. Hey, I don't normally give them songs, but when I do, it's these that I like. Somehow it's the Rock music style I like from them than the Electronic Pop style they usually do too, so if you like the latter then I'm sorry this single may disappoint you. Otherwise, you'd be pleased. It's the negoto that I liked, and conventional J-Rock everyone will like. And I hope you'll like it too. I just can't stop singing to these songs, really.

(And with this, I officially welcome their entrance into Klassic Note Collection Artists, where ALL of their songs will be kept in high quality with me forever. Congratulations, negoto. You girls have done it.)

-Kaineng, on the Klassic Note


THE PACKAGE

I had a long day, but this came a long way too, so I'm doing this now. On a Monday. Because they can't do Saturday lol

Soon. pic.twitter.com/3mPvDmVadH

— Kaineng (@KlassicNote) September 4, 2017

Yeah, all summarised in a Tweet lol. And that's the only image you'll get. Not because of the next review I'm expecting by the end of the week, but that there isn't much. This is your minimal packaging release, so I can't really show you much. And did you see me covering the CD jacket with a card? Yeah, that's the special gift. A little too small if you ask me. But I'm not complaining. I'm glad to even get one. But then it's from CDJapan so I'm not too surprised there aren't many buying from there anyway everyone has a friend in Japan who can buy for them at a lower price *sob*


This is it then. It has been a long day and I need to rest. If there are many spelling problems as you finished reading this I'll be checking it in due time. Just in case you don't know I re-read my blog entries to check for mistakes. Just like APoL which I've not completed 16v2 yet. Okay, that's enough for now. Cya guys next time, where... I make my worst decision ever for the year. Really, what a turn around, from possibly the best two-track single this year to the worst. Sorry Nan-chan; I'm just being honest hehe

P.S. Record-breaking blog post writing time of half an hour. #LifeAchievement I seriously need to rest now haha good night

The Entertainment News 2017 Edition Issue #36

Hey, another week, another issue. Man, public holidays sure pass by fast lol goodbye Friday. Anyways, let's get to it. I may still have some time to play a new game if I finish this. Well, I'll talk about it later if I remember. It's called "Universim".


(*Viewing sequence not changed but I just want something else in the thumbnail haha)

アニメ Tsurezure Children

Wow. Just wow. If I keep getting amazed every episode for an Anime does that mean that this show has done it? Or I just like confession scenes? Hmm...

The new episode (#TsurezureChildren09) brings us more of the love we know and... love. The MVP couple (haha TAKANO MVP!!!) comes with an obligatory swimming class, and this one... I must say Takano you are VERY rejecting of yourself. I mean, Sugawara canNOT be looking at the fence, okay? I'm glad he did say it though, which is what I said from episode 1. Reminds me of that something from Anime "WORKING!!" somehow. You know, saying it in a cool manner, but this is good enough hehe. Kamine is still worried about choking on her first kiss somehow, and this Gouda thinks that it's enough. Hmm, a stereotypical example of men not understanding women? Hey, understanding is a pillar in maintaining a relationship, if this show hasn't taught you enough. Talking about misunderstandings, the Takase couple also suffers the same problems after that awkward confession email. "Where is the hug from behind scene?" ("Senpai!!" *insert Katori image here*) It's what I would like to say, but nah, they can be friends. But I know, it's not enough. We can't only be friends on this show haha. Last but not least, we get to see how Minagawa can be serious, which is never. The production also kindly brought in one of their spare curtains to mindf**k us as much as Furuya is at this point. I mean, just reject the heck out of her and that's it. If she cared she will then say it. Or never. Oh well, I don't know romance too, I guess.

This is pretty much me (right) when I stare at girls (left) I like back then.
They don't look back at me though haha Sugawara you lucky guy

P.S. If I'm Kamine (which is never; not even in drama) you bet I'll be pulling Gouda's head down to mine as I lie on his lap. Now that will be a salvaging kiss. Let him choke on it haha
P.P.S. I like how I get to think on Sugawara's point of view because I know I hinted to many about liking them but them girls don't react. Maybe that's why. Hmm...
(Edit: At the intro I'm like "Those who have fever" Wait don't you have fever, Takano? *laughs*)
(Edit edit because I can haha: Is it just me or the animation quality dropped? With respect to previous episodes. I mean, Sugawara technically is not running properly, you know haha)
[My comment on RC]

アニメ Aho Girl

I like how this show remind me that tears are a woman's greatest weapon. Can't win a fight? Just cry. It's that easy haha poor Akkun

The new episode (#AhoGirl09) is... I don't know to appreciate this idiot or stomp on her more because she is definitely winning over the otaku audience with this week's stories. First, she thanks us by making the Prez let others fondle her (of course not you idiot *wink*) and then sing the opening theme song (if you have been skipping it and not listened to angela's latest single) perfectly changing the lyrics along the way... man, comedy level maxed out liao this show haha. On the other side, I pity Akkun who cannot win any girl in a conflict (I meant what I wrote in the intro), the Prez who can reject every guy who confesses to her but cannot reject this idiot's reasoning lol, and drunk Sayaka. Drunk Sayaka is the best. Cannot second that liao. MVP this episode. Even I feel bad now. Then again, there is flat chest fetish, so she shouldn't feel too bad about that. Now let me confess my love and get rejected by you Sayaka so I can fondle your chest HAHAHA (man, that setup; I'm impressed by myself lol)

Spread the word, everyone. So that men like us can gain confidence over confessing to girls we like haha

P.S. Lol the gals. Then again, cannot imagine people who never play games and can get hooked to clearing a game overnight. I know I won't, but this can be an easy exception. I guess that's what the author thought of to do in this scene. Good job, author. You're not an idiot *wink* after all haha
P.P.S. Now if Sumipe would let me- *gets leg choke slammed by Sumipe* Or so I wish hahaha
[My comment on RC]

アニメ Gamers!

Someone just give me like the full video of the five characters playing the board game PLEASE! I'll be laughing all the way I assure you haha

And I thought last episode was good enough already. The new episode (#Gamers08) introduces a new character?? Is it too late for this now? But then, it's no surprise (thanks to Twitter) that it's someone related, and in this case, it's Hoshinomori Chiaki's sister, Konoha. For this girl, she, like her own sister, is also a gamer. But, only being a serious girl is just an image for her dirty hobby. I mean REAL dirty. Well, she likes eroge. Kind of putting it in the same level as a certain sister from Anime "Eromanga-sensei", but for Konoha this extends to judging everyone around her too, which can be very creepy. What's more important is she knowing of Amano's thoughts on games, and what that might do to contribute to his and Chiaki's relationship in the future I have no idea. For now, the guys just hang out and play a romance game (which is probably the best and worst decision ever, Uehara) whilst trying to clear some misunderstandings. Well, not until Chiaki noticed the truth that Uehara has known of since like, 5 episodes ago haha. Hey, all these characters here aren't good at communication, so this will only make things worse for Tendou and Amano himself. So... this can go anywhere, seriously, and I really wonder how this series is going to end. Chiaki is freaking out already, that innocent girl *laughs*

Haha this girl's look is just wrong no matter how much I explain it

P.S. Am I the only one who can TOTALLY predict when Uehara is going to give his "haha I got them" face?? RIGHT?? I'm just laughing throughout every time he does a normal face and that pops out haha poor voice actor who voices his chap
P.P.S. I never really mentioned what Konoha may have in terms of knowing Tendou for whatever reason because I don't believe it'll drop in just yet. Well, her sister is quite literally the best avenue for this (considering this show NEVER does direct communication unless there's Uehara) so we can but hope it'll give us an answer someday.
(Edit: To summarise the board game gameplay, I only remember Aguri and Amano banging it hard on the bed they have to keep replacing it hahahahaha this show is just wrong)

アニメ Inari, Konkon, Koi Iroha.

Well recently I was mesmerised by Oozora Naomi (Audience: "Recently"??) (Oh shut up) so I went to find out her other roles in Anime, namely her first major role got me interested, but barely. The first episode (#InariKonKon01) of this 2014 Anime (in Anime years it's old already lol) feels like every other supernatural power story featuring school romance and gaining godly powers which she shouldn't have, but it has a twist - all the characters are in an accent. Yeah. "Oosaka-ben", they call it. Which is also what Naomi-chan is good at apparently (well the others are okay too tbh), and she herself is from Osaka anyway, which kind of makes her shine in this particular role. But yeah it feels too detached from the traditional approach (I mean the god is playing gal games lol) and maybe a little too much comedy. Then again I expected it to be an action show, so whatever. When you read the synopsis you'll know. Also, I don't want to give any of the theme songs, so no thanks, this show. I'll search for something else.
P.S. Just one thumbnail to remember Iroha Inari-chan by, yes?

If you like the looks of this girl and the magic that's coming out of it this is for you
(*This image does not feature the main girl but does feature her totally unclothed lol)

漫画 MANGA

After a long streak, it appears we don't have any (newly released I've read before because I had the time to) new chapters this week. Hmm, time to start reading the others I've wanted to read. I did start on Acchi Kocchi earlier this year, just... I didn't have the time to read all of them. We'll see.

音楽 This Week on Klassic Note

This week, as mentioned last week, is a week for a couple of important releases. And as such, if you hadn't noticed (or maybe you didn't I didn't Tweet anything anyway haha) I'll be doing a couple of reviews next week. Yeah. I wished it's this week. Next week is hell for me. Okay, the singles. negoto's new single is not disappointing at all, and as such, I made the decision to order it the moment I finished on the review the first time I heard it from Apple Music Japan. Natsukawa Shiina's 2nd single is also in the list now, and I cannot resist giving the single despite the topic song being rather unsatisfactory. More on those two later, and let's not forget SPYAIR's new single in view of their new album which will release soon. I think it's okay, but as I said, they are the kind of bands without fresh styles (refer to Aqua Timez) and without fresh melodies (on the same style), it'll get boring easy. That's me on the B-side. Think LuckLife if you need more examples of bands who cannot reach out to other instruments for some reason. Hey, I'm not complaining. I like their styles. Yoru no Honki Dance and LILI LIMIT are good evidence I haven't gotten sick of them. But you know, it's not unique enough, the new songs.

Next week brings us... hmm that Anime "Gamers!" ending theme which idol group name I don't remember (ok Luce Twinkle Wink I'm sorry), and Porno Graffitti's new single in about a year. I've heard on their latest YouTube Live broadcast (yeah there's such a thing apparently, started from April this year) on their new song "Montage" and it's not that great. Well, when the single comes (if ever) I'll give a listen. They've gotten momentum over the past few years, and I want to hear more. On other things, the new season of Anime "Sangatsu no Lion" announced its theme songs, and I don't know who Brian the Sun is haha. They sound... I hope the Anime will change my impression of them. Fingers crossed. YUKI, I don't have to worry. I'm prepared to be amazed by her.

Oh, just to end this, I've watched the live video of Tomatsu Haruka's latest live performance from her best album, and what a journey. Listening to all the songs including "Asu Iro no Himawari" - the best song that suits her in my opinion -  it brings back a lot of memories. Man, I know I didn't give her the best albums, and I did skip a song or two on this video, but hey, I still liked her. Her singing of songs, of course.


This is it then. Back to the game I'm playing just now I guess. It feels like an unfinished product (yep it is, and it's free for now) (for real), and it's quite a basic civilisation builder with incremental development. I've been in for 60 in game years and... I've got my first death. *sob* Haha I'm fine. I just wished incineration wasn't my first choice because I researched that instead of a cemetery first lol. Cya guys next time then, and until next time... my final year project is killing me, and I'm trying to finish 16v2. I assure you I'm working on it. I noticed I had to fix more stuff than expected. This is what happens when you haven't been writing for two years haha