One June 16, actor Fujiwara Tatsuya announced via his official fan club “DRAGON aRROWS” that his first child was born. In his comment, he stated that he have been blessed with a health baby. He will devote himself to his acting career now that his family has grown bigger and asked for continued support.
Fujiawara married a non celebrity in 2013 after dating for 9 years. According to his agency, the name and gender of the child will not be released to protect the child’s privacy. There will also be no press conference.
(via Oricon)
This week, V6 topped the Oricon single chart with their new single “Beautiful World”, selling 115,760 copies in its first week.
Domoto Tsuyoshi topped the Oricon album chart with his new album “Grateful Rebirth”, selling 39,568 copies in its first week.
EXILE ATSUSHI will release his new solo single, “Beautiful Gorgeous Love / First Liners”, on July 6. “Beautiful Gorgeous Love” serves as the theme song for his solo dome tour “EXILE ATSUSHI LIVE TOUR 2016 ‘IT’S SHOW TIME!!’”
Today, ATSUSHI released the music video for “Beautiful Gorgeous Love.” The slower paced song is heavily influenced by jazz. The music video for the song carries on the jazz theme, with imagery related to the era when the genre was at its peak. Check it out after the jump, along with the single’s covers!
On June 17, KOHH will release his new album, “DIRT II.” Today, he released the music video for one of the album’s tracks, “Dirt Boys II.” The song is a collaboration with Dutch Montana and Loota. The English-subbed music video is a live performance at a dark club. Check it out below!
This 35th new single is a summer festival song, Kanjani8-style! The title track “Tsumi to Natsu” (Crime and Summer) is a glittering upbeat rock tune with 100% Kanjani8 flavor to spice up this summer! With this song, you’ll be able to get a full taste of summertime ahead of the concert “Kanjani8 Recital Manatsu no Orera wa Tsumi na Yatsu”. The single will be released on July 6.
The single includes the B-side “Uwasa no Otokomaeito!,” the newest Kanjani8 × Dohatsuten song, a must listen for Eighters. “The Light” features that pair of members singing passionately over a fresh sound. “Eight Eighter Oh!” will be an important song in the “Kanjani8 Recital” production. “Do you agree?” is included only on the regular edition. This special version of the popular song performed at past concerts has been newly recorded with instrumental accompaniment by the seven members for its first-ever appearance on CD!
The single covers are made such that it makes one whole picture when connected to each other. Check out how each covers are separated, as well as the song radio preview and single details below.
Hello, Arama! Japan readers and welcome to this week’s installment of #1 Song Review! Last week saw Arashi defeat Namie Amuro and back number. back number is back this week, facing off against 2 newcomers. Find out what various staff members thought of the songs that topped the physical and digital charts this week and share your thoughts on them too!
LUCKY TAPES will release their new album, “Cigarette & Alcohol”, on July 6! This will be the band’s first release since the April departure of their drummer, Hamada Tsubasa. mabanua will be replacing Hamada as the drummer on the album. toe’s Mino Takaaki serves as the engineer for “Cigarette & Alcohol.”
Today, LUCKY TAPES released the music video for the album’s closer, “TONIGHT!” The upbeat song has a smooth 70s feel. In the video, household items spring to life for a night of dancing. Check it out below, along with more information on the album!
On June 17, KOHH will release his new album, “DIRT II.” Today, he released the music video for one of the album’s tracks, “Business and Art.” The video has a hallucinogenic effect, featuring many distortions and colors. The video is English-subbed, like most KOHH content. In the song, he raps about money, being an artist, and making art. Check it out below!
