Utada Hikaru’s Husband is Unemployed and Living off her Money

“Just like expected, he’s just a gigolo,” comes a storm of sarcastic laughter! Suspicions toward Utada Hikaru’s Italian husband’s news of unemployment

The 7/23 web version of “Josei Jishin” is reporting that Francesco Calliano, who married Utada Hikaru in May of this year, had already lost his job as a bartender at the time of the wedding ceremony.

Bokura no Ongaku performances for July 25

This week’s episode of Bokura no Ongaku has the theme of “Bokura no Showa Kayo”, “Our Songs Of The Showa Era.” The Showa Era refers to the time period in which Emperor Hirohito was the Emperor of Japan, from 1926 to 1989.  This episode features younger acts singing the songs of yesteryear. These acts include Hitoto Yo, SOIL&”PIMP”SESSIONS, Moriyama Naotaro, and Hata Motohiro.

Giselle4’s new video ‘WONDER GIRL’ short PV released

Just a couple days after the announcement of their major debut, Giselle4 has released a short PV for their song ‘WONDER GIRL’. The single will include their previous indie tracks.

The title track will be used as the ending theme for upcoming TV TOKYO drama ‘Arasa-Chan Mushusei‘ starring Mitsu Dan.

FEMM post polished version of ‘Girls Night Out’ video

Pop mannequins FEMM previously graced us with a closer look into their creative process by releasing a prototype version of their music video ‘Girls Night Out,’ but now they’ve done it up like it’s their birthday and it’s ready for our lesser eyes to see.

It’s a very visual and color-heavy experience; a huge improvement from the prototype, so check it out!

Hime Kyun Fruit Can release ‘Paradigm’ PV

Punk-pop idol group Hime Kyun Fruit Can has unleashed the promotional video for their 4th single ‘Paradigm‘ onto their label Tokuma Japan’s official YouTube channel.

The title track ‘Paradigm’ will be used as the August 2014 ending theme to Nippon TV’s ‘Tokui to Goto to Uruwashi no SHELLY ga Konya Kurabete Mimashita.’

Music Station performances for July 25

Today’s episode of Music Station was a 3 hour long summer special. Acts performing on this episode include: Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Eight Ranger, Nishino Kana, AKB48, Sayaka Kanda, May J., SMAP, EXILE TRIBE, and BUMP OF CHICKEN. This episode serves as BUMP OF CHICKEN’s Music Station, as well as music show, debut after 15 years in the industry. Check out the show after the jump!

Thelma Aoyama releases short pv for “SMILE AGAIN”

R&B singer Thelma Aoyama has released the short pv for her new song “SMILE AGAIN.” The song is being used to promote her forthcoming album “Lonely Angel.” This will be Thelma’s 4th studio album and is set for release on August 6. Check out the video and more details in regards to the album after the jump!

Ayumi Hamasaki’s ex-boyfriend Maro still blames her for his misfortunes

Since their breakup early last year, singer Ayumi Hamasaki‘s ex-boyfriend Maro has made multiple attempts to drag her on television. This time, he took to an Osaka-based talk show to give all the details of how it affected him.

Apparently his career has been on an extreme downturn ever since, but let’s back up to where it all started for those unfamiliar with Maro’s antics.