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Thursday, 26 August 2010

[Review] 26.08.2010「A3D ayumi hamasaki ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~」Full Review Translation


These last few years, there have been a continuing flow of so many movie genres that have been introduced to 3D.

It is not known if this will get into that flow, but dare I say it, this is the first time a music concert has put the 3D system to the text, so this time I will introduce 「A3D ayumi hamasaki ARENA TOUR 2009 A ~NEXT LEVEL~」.

This work, which is the product of 3D-ifying Hamasaki Ayumi's 2009 Arena Tour, is of course a must watch for any fan, but for someone in the delicate situation, like this writer, who thinks "I listen to Hamasaki Ayumi sometimes, but I don't know all of the songs, and I have never gone to her concert," how much can they actually enjoy of this concert? I think there are many people worried about this, so I will write this report.

The first thing to think about is the effects of 3D. That, and the fact that recently some movies have been getting into that boom, and have 3D just because it was added last minute. If that's the case, then there is really no meaning to watch this at the theater. If it's really the case that it was meant to be in 3D all along, then from the very beginning they would have went to great lengths to present the camera work in 3D.

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With that meaning, I can say that this piece has reached that level in it's 3D work. Of course it's really impressive when the performer approaches the camera, but the fact that the camera really reaches into the audience seating, really makes us feel like we are in the actual audience, the depth is that great. The MC is also more or less cut, so it's NICE. Maybe it's possible for DVD, but for this composition, it's best if the entire thing was in one fell swoop, as opposed to taking it in one breath at a time.

The catchphrase "If you reach out your hand, Ayu will be there," is a little overkill, but this has become something that, if you consider that she used 5 of only 20 - 30 3D cameras available in JAPAN, then it's a movie that has a greater spirit inside of it than expected.

Although you can say that, I think it's a bit wrong to say "It's so great because it's 3D." It's because this movie's charm is mostly because of the stage created through the uncommon talent of Hamasaki Ayumi.

Because of that, rather the reason to recommend this piece becomes: "So you can watch the concert at the theater." The sound and big screen effect that only comes from the Theatre, if you think about it, is the best environment for a simulated concert experience.

Of course, for those who do not listen to Hamasaki Ayumi ever, it might be a bit difficult, but if you listen to Hamasaki Ayumi to any extent, it's probably exactly like a real easy concert experience.

Credit: maikaru @ AHS
Original source: Hollywood Channel
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[Article] 26.08.2010 Ayumi Hamasaki "Global Pop Sensations You've Never Heard Of"


Nearly a decade before Lady Gaga donned her "Poker Face," Japanese pop star Ayumi Hamasaki put on hers, releasing the song as her first single in 1998. Dubbed the "Empress of Pop" by her loyal fans, Hamasaki has dominated the Japanese airwaves, having sold more than 50 million records since her debut. Widely considered to be the best-selling artist in her country, she is the first artist to have a number-one album for 11 straight years. (Jun Sato/WireImage/Getty Images)

Credit: mecury2511 @ AHS
Original source: ABC News
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[Recruitment] Ayu's Story Needs Japanese-English Translators!

[Recruitment] 

Hello every readers of Ayu's Story

First of all, I would like to thank you guys for visiting the fanblog for all this time and I really appreciate it A LOT ^^. And all this time, it's been my solo work in updating the whole Ayu's stuff in here then I finally realized that Ayu's Story lacks of something because of that and I decided I want to work with few other volunteers (of course, Ayu's fans too) who willing to help me to make Ayu's Story to become more reliable sources in sharing news/info/articles. 

Therefore, I decided that I need two fluent Japanese-English translators since the majority of the translations I've been sharing here are mostly brief summaries where I think they're not really COMPLETE for understandings. 

I won't mind any ethnicities who willing to help me as long as you're very fluent in Japanese-English languages and manage to go online almost every day (so probably I'll need highschool students? or college students),  easily to get contacted with  (via MSN, YM, EMAIL or even Twitter?? XD), last but not least, of course YOU'RE AYU'S FANs AS WELL :)

So, send in your emails of applications to me to:
lgiam2011@gmail.com
Email subject: Japanese-English Translator Application
For the test: I'll need to you translate any random articles from Japanese articles into English 

Keep in mind that this is just for fun and just to share our loves throughout Ayu's fandom in the everywhere  :) 
So let's help each other :)
I hope there are people send in their applications so then we can start working :) 

I'm certainly waiting for your applications!

Cheers & Thanks!

Loves, 
AyUmIXx

Wednesday, 25 August 2010

[Article] 25.08.2010 Ayumi Hamasaki To Release Back-To-Back Singles


TOKYO —

Pop singer Ayumi Hamasaki, 31, will release back-to-back singles over two weeks in September, according to a source involved in the production. The first song, titled “Crossroad,” is set for release on Sept 22, with “L” following it a week later on Sept 29. They will be her 49th and 50th original songs.

The source said that the goal is for the second song to ride on the success of the first, thus pushing Hamasaki into record-setting territory. If both songs reach number one on the Oricon pop charts, Hamasaki will become the first artist on her label in 22 years to record 24 number one hits in a row.

Credits: Japan Today + Maxker @ AHS
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[News] 25.08.2010 Ayu's crossroad As QUALITA Travel Agency CM Theme Song

For the first time, Ayu's new song "crossroad" is going to be the official theme song for a Travel Agency, QUALITA.

It's been confirmed through the official blog of QUALITA that the new CM starring Lin Zhi Ling has been completed and it seems it's been officially revealed in a party at Ginza Store.
It is also said that the song, "crossroad" is a great song that suitable with the new CM of QUALITA. 
The new CM has been aired in Kanto Area by Today.




Credit: NEMxソラ + zeopower6 @ JPM
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[Schedule] 25.08.2010 Magazine Schedules Update!

The Official Site has updated the schedules for Magazines :)

Ayu's gonna be the covers for these following:

9/12
「sweet」
9/23
「ViVi」- NEW
9/23
「VoCE」- NEW


Original source: Ayu's Official Site
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Tuesday, 24 August 2010

[Info] 24.08.2010 Ayu To Appear In VoCE Magazine November 2010 Issue Cover

Ayu's going to appear as the front cover of VoCE Magazine November 2010 Issue :)

It seems like there'll be a massive promotions for the 49th & 50th Singles, I hope for more Magazines to come!



Credit: xaser @ Ayu China
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[Download] 24.08.2010 Ayu At a-nation 2010 Osaka 2nd Day Fancams Download! [Updated]

Look what I found!

Ayu's fancams at a-nation 2010 Osaka 2nd Day!

and the happiest for me since there's one video of Ayu with JYJ Uchiwa!

NOTE: I'm so sorry that the owner of the fancam videos have set them into private so we are unable to see the videos unless you're making friends with her. So sorry~

I'm still working on the download links, so Please be patient :)
All are COMPLETED!!

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Microphone

Download link: Here

A Song for XX

Download link: Here

greatful days + glitter + BLUE BIRD

Download link: Here

blossom

Download link: Here

Boys & Girls
Combine using HJ SPlit

Download link: Part 1 | Part 2

Credits: nananyanco @ YT + Jejunto @ Twitter
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Monday, 23 August 2010

[Download] 23.08.2010 Ayu's a-nation 2010 Osaka Audio Recordings Download

A fan who attended a-nation 2010 at Osaka yesterday sharing the live recordings of all Ayu's performances :)


Here's to download all audios:

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Microphone

A Song for XX

greatful days + glitter+ BLUE BIRD

blossom

crossroad

boys & girls

evolution + SURREAL

July 1st

Credit: bringer_of_the_sun @ AHS
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[Info] 23.08.2010 a-nation 2010 BEST HIT LIVE DVD To Be Released!

a-nation 2010 BEST HIT LIVE DVD to be released on November!
Details are as followed:

A limited edition T-shirt will accompany the a-nation’10 BEST HIT LIVE DVD in BOX set specification (first press limited edition only).

(first press limited edition)
Regular Price: ¥ 4,500 (tax included)
Other DVD / DVD + T-Shirt
Release Date: November 24, 2010

Pre-Order Here!

Artists:
Ayumi Hamasaki / Koda Kumi / JUNSU JEJUNG YUCHUN/ AAA / TRF / Ai Otsuka / hitomi / Every Little Thing / Do As Infinity / Ami Suzuki / GIRL NEXT DOOR / ICONIQ

※ 120 minutes, covers total 26 songs (song list is under confirmation)
※ First limited edition will also comes with an original calendar

*even though I'm so happy that all of Ayu's performances last year are included in the a-nation 2009 BEST HIT LIVE DVD but still, I think it's very unfair to other artists who only have 1-2 performances included. So I hope that for this year, avex will think about what other artists' fans might feel and I don't want Ayu's the one to be blamed in here, because it's absolutely not HER FAULT. Everyone coming to see their artists they like to perform and They also want their artists to have their best performances to be included in the DVD as a documentary*

Credit: sharingyoochun.net
Original source: mu-mo
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Sunday, 22 August 2010

[Twitter] 22.08.2010 Chiba Ryuuhei's Twitter About Ayu At Osaka a-nation 2010

Chiba Ryuuhei is one of avex's CEO alongside with Max Matsuura and just now, he has been tweeting the avex artists whom just performed in today's a-nation 2010 at Osaka. And here is Ayu's picture, but it's so far away though.

Here is what he mentioned about Ayu :)

[TRANS] @MAZINGER_DRAGON its she who is ranked at THE QUEEN, Her Majesty Ayu.plz enjoy her live. http://tweetphoto.com/40695986

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Credit: 858bati @ Twitter
Original source: Chiba Ryuuhei's Official Twitter
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[Photo] 22.08.2010 Ayu With JYJ Uchiwa At Osaka Nagai Stadium Picture!

Found this picture through my friend's twitter!!

Ayu was holding JYJ's uchiwa! unbelievable!
never expected her to do that again this year even though Tohoshinki only left with 3 members

Ayu jjangg~~~

hopefully Ayu's gonna blog something about this on her official TA Diary :)

Sorry for the fangirling mode again~~~


Credit: dcinside + wickedinutopia @ Twitter
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