http://oshiri-sisters.tumblr.com/post/122436977088/song-of-the-day-6-25-tsuki-by-amuro-namie-lyrics
I found the lyrics beautiful, and listened to the song.
I wasn't disappointed. The composition for this ballad is beautiful.
This is why song titles and lyrics are as important as the song composition. Granted, I like song composition more, but it's really the whole package. One can't do without the other.
This used to be my stage of flitting between songs with no particular favourite artist. I like a song, I listen to it. If I listen to more songs from the same artist and like them too, then naturally I will end up supporting the artist. I've slowed down because I don't have enough space for all my music (including the CDs I buy)
(Though the lyrics for Tsuki is begging me to come up with a fic, and I'm telling my brain to shut up because there's work to do, I need to brush up my creative writing skills, and read to increase my vocabulary. I seem to have thrown them all back to my teachers once I entered university, because my major didn't require extensive flowing language. Pity.)
Friday, June 26, 2015
Smooth, Gun-chan
Overexposed photo of Gun-chan and his gorgeous legs. Taken from a 3JSB fanpage on Facebook (shit I can't remember. The actual source has got to be on tribe).
I....need to remember why I like Gun-chan so much. I'm very certain it's more than just his looks, but because I've been watching old Exile variety shows to filter information about NaoXNao Combi, I've been "neglecting" him.
It's time I dig out more 3JSB videos so that I can characterise the members better when I write. Time to gear myself up for the Amazing World Exile Tour in December!
I'm determined to go. End of story. If possible, the more concerts the merrier. I'm saving up for my December trip. And hopefully, by then, I'd have my fan shirts ready to wear.
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Going to miss you
https://europeanexiletribe.wordpress.com/2015/06/24/message-from-toshio-matsumoto-usa-makidai/
Translated and taken from en.ex-m
Exactly what I think. Exile will continue to move forward, with new members, towards a future of Hiro's vision.
I'll miss you three, Makidai, Matsu and Usa.
Please give me, give us the chance to watch you live before you leave Exile.
Be right back, screaming at the Blue Planet photos on tumblr. I'm throwing money at LDH now. Blue Planet DVD, you will be mine.
I'm torn between going to Izakaya Exile Park during the National Day break, taking the ANA domestic flight just for 3JSB, or saving the money until Exile Live Tour. I've spent so much this year, it's scary.
Translated and taken from en.ex-m
Exactly what I think. Exile will continue to move forward, with new members, towards a future of Hiro's vision.
I'll miss you three, Makidai, Matsu and Usa.
Please give me, give us the chance to watch you live before you leave Exile.
Be right back, screaming at the Blue Planet photos on tumblr. I'm throwing money at LDH now. Blue Planet DVD, you will be mine.
I'm torn between going to Izakaya Exile Park during the National Day break, taking the ANA domestic flight just for 3JSB, or saving the money until Exile Live Tour. I've spent so much this year, it's scary.
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Matsu, Makidai and Usa
http://aramajapan.com/news/3-members-to-leave-exile-by-the-end-of-the-year/19653/
Matsu, Makidai and Usa will be retiring from EXILE performances at the end of this year. They'll be leaving the group just like Hiro.
I am legit sad. Atsushi's the only one left from the first generation of EXILE. I know they will still be in LDH, doing their own projects - Matsu with his own Gekidan EXILE project, Makidai doing deejaying and PKCZ, Usa and his Dance Earth - but it's still sad because you won't see them perform in EXILE anymore. They've been involved since 1999, so pretty much they are also the core of Exile.
I have decided, I will catch Exile 19 - Road to Amazing World live tour 2015. By hook or by crook. I will save the money to fly there and watch, with Sakia, Retsuya and Kei. We've all made up our minds. Our first Exile concert, and the last we'll see of Makidai, Matsu and Usa performing on stage.
In person.
It will be a poignant moment for us. I will continue to support them in their new endeavours, but Exile won't be the same. Exile will continue to evolve, and add new members who will bring new styles, while keeping the spirit of Exile alive.
Let's hope we can secure a December trip. This news has pretty much decided my year-end holiday plans for me. One day, I will go New Zealand and Europe. But this year, I will definitely watch my first Exile concert.
Which means, I will also fight to watch 3JSB and Gene concerts before my dear performers retire too. Especially 3JSB - Naoto and Naoki are already 32 and 31 respectively.
Thank goodness for my bucket list - to catch Exile Tribe concerts before I hit 30. Exile, 3JSB, Gene, and especially Tower of Wish. I must catch Tower of Wish 2016 if it comes.
Time to plan a trip and make those shirts and fan boards.
Matsu, Makidai and Usa will be retiring from EXILE performances at the end of this year. They'll be leaving the group just like Hiro.
I am legit sad. Atsushi's the only one left from the first generation of EXILE. I know they will still be in LDH, doing their own projects - Matsu with his own Gekidan EXILE project, Makidai doing deejaying and PKCZ, Usa and his Dance Earth - but it's still sad because you won't see them perform in EXILE anymore. They've been involved since 1999, so pretty much they are also the core of Exile.
I have decided, I will catch Exile 19 - Road to Amazing World live tour 2015. By hook or by crook. I will save the money to fly there and watch, with Sakia, Retsuya and Kei. We've all made up our minds. Our first Exile concert, and the last we'll see of Makidai, Matsu and Usa performing on stage.
In person.
It will be a poignant moment for us. I will continue to support them in their new endeavours, but Exile won't be the same. Exile will continue to evolve, and add new members who will bring new styles, while keeping the spirit of Exile alive.
Let's hope we can secure a December trip. This news has pretty much decided my year-end holiday plans for me. One day, I will go New Zealand and Europe. But this year, I will definitely watch my first Exile concert.
Which means, I will also fight to watch 3JSB and Gene concerts before my dear performers retire too. Especially 3JSB - Naoto and Naoki are already 32 and 31 respectively.
Thank goodness for my bucket list - to catch Exile Tribe concerts before I hit 30. Exile, 3JSB, Gene, and especially Tower of Wish. I must catch Tower of Wish 2016 if it comes.
Time to plan a trip and make those shirts and fan boards.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
Hiro, I hate you
Hiro, I can hear you laughing.
I've bombed at least $500 on you this year. Also, 3JSB is sucking me of my money more than Exile.
*cries*
Well, it's my self-treat after working so hard. LDH, crafting, music, food.
No regrets.
*gets back to work to earn back all the money thrown at unLimited buDget Hiro*
...I fear for my Japan trip...and the space in my cupboard...time to do something about the bromides, keychains and badges.
I've bombed at least $500 on you this year. Also, 3JSB is sucking me of my money more than Exile.
*cries*
Well, it's my self-treat after working so hard. LDH, crafting, music, food.
No regrets.
*gets back to work to earn back all the money thrown at unLimited buDget Hiro*
...I fear for my Japan trip...and the space in my cupboard...time to do something about the bromides, keychains and badges.
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
http://bekkachaos.tumblr.com/post/107491954493/the-best-otps-are-the-ones-where-one-of-them-is
This.
A really cute OTP.
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From the Generations from Exile Tribe official Facebook page:
GENERATIONS WORLD TOUR 2015
“GENERATION EX” Los Angeles公演・New York公演キャンセルのお知らせ
アメリカ本土において予定されていた、6/16（火）のLos Angeles Echoplex公演、および6/19（金）のNew York Santos Party House公演は、アメリカ本国における予期せぬ事態により、米国への渡航を目的とする如何なるビザの発給が一時的に停止されたため、メンバーのビザ取得が困難な状況となり、やむを得ず両公演をキャンセルさせていただくことになりました。
関係各所に掛け合い、問題解決に取り組んで参りましたが解決には至らず苦渋の決断をせざるを得ないという状況となってしまいました。お客様ならびに関係者の皆様に多大なるご迷惑をお掛けしてしまいましたことを心よりお詫び申し上げます。
なおチケットの払い戻し等に関しましては、今後ご購入先のサイト等におきまして随時ご案内させていただきます。
GENERATIONS WORLD TOUR 2015
Cancellation Notice for the “GENERATION EX” Los Angeles and New York Shows
We regret to inform all of the GENERATIONS fans that the GENERATIONS shows on June 16th at the Echoplex in Los Angeles and the June 19th show at the Santos Party House in New York were cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances where any and all visa issuance for travel to the United States were temporarily suspended.
We have been working night and day to overcome this problem but were unsuccessful due to it being on a scale that affected the entire immigration system. The members of GENERATIONS are truly heartbroken over this result and we apologize sincerely for this difficult decision. We would like to thank you all once again for your continuous support of GENERATIONS.
Information regarding ticket refunds will be announced through the ticketing websites from which you purchased your tickets.
Oh no. Poor Gene and the people looking forward to the concerts. Then again, Visa issues. Huh.
This.
A really cute OTP.
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From the Generations from Exile Tribe official Facebook page:
GENERATIONS WORLD TOUR 2015
“GENERATION EX” Los Angeles公演・New York公演キャンセルのお知らせ
アメリカ本土において予定されていた、6/16（火）のLos Angeles Echoplex公演、および6/19（金）のNew York Santos Party House公演は、アメリカ本国における予期せぬ事態により、米国への渡航を目的とする如何なるビザの発給が一時的に停止されたため、メンバーのビザ取得が困難な状況となり、やむを得ず両公演をキャンセルさせていただくことになりました。
関係各所に掛け合い、問題解決に取り組んで参りましたが解決には至らず苦渋の決断をせざるを得ないという状況となってしまいました。お客様ならびに関係者の皆様に多大なるご迷惑をお掛けしてしまいましたことを心よりお詫び申し上げます。
なおチケットの払い戻し等に関しましては、今後ご購入先のサイト等におきまして随時ご案内させていただきます。
GENERATIONS WORLD TOUR 2015
Cancellation Notice for the “GENERATION EX” Los Angeles and New York Shows
We regret to inform all of the GENERATIONS fans that the GENERATIONS shows on June 16th at the Echoplex in Los Angeles and the June 19th show at the Santos Party House in New York were cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances where any and all visa issuance for travel to the United States were temporarily suspended.
We have been working night and day to overcome this problem but were unsuccessful due to it being on a scale that affected the entire immigration system. The members of GENERATIONS are truly heartbroken over this result and we apologize sincerely for this difficult decision. We would like to thank you all once again for your continuous support of GENERATIONS.
Information regarding ticket refunds will be announced through the ticketing websites from which you purchased your tickets.
Oh no. Poor Gene and the people looking forward to the concerts. Then again, Visa issues. Huh.
Monday, June 15, 2015
三代目 J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE / Summer Madness
ASDFGHJKALSDGHJKLH ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
I like the MV, I dislike the dubstep parts (is that the term?) in the song even though the dance moves are really fun to do.
The beginning. My gosh.
GUN-CHAN'S SMILE IN FULL FORCE. OUJISAMA MITAI. ONCE AGAIN, I AM SLAYED BY GUN-CHAN.
NAOTO'S SWAG ON THE RUNWAY, LOOKING FOR ALL HE'S READY TO FETCH HIS WAIFU. AND SMILING SO WIDELY. DAMN YOU.
OMI. SO HANDSOME. LOVING THE OUTFIT AND THE HAIRSTYLE.
NAOKI SMILING ON THE PLANE. AND THAT SWAG WHEN HE WALKS OUT.
KENJIROU. SO COOL.
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Mixed media art projects
I need more Gun-chan in my life (and also to better write a fic or two about him).
I will dig out all his videos.
Give me 10 good reasons to justify why Gun-chan is my top favourite Exile Tribe member.
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I've been browsing mixed media and altered art - decorative works using various materials - and I'm itching to make one. I think I have an unused book or two somewhere to try on...
Or embark on a LDH project using song titles as the theme. They make great themes, by the way. I can do this when I have an apartment of my own - they'll make great decor.
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http://www.classicfm.com/discover/music/teach-children-music-theory
I'll try this on my kids.
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http://www.thepianoring.com/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/196736119/celtic-design-ring-glow-in-the-dark?ref=sohp_stv
These are gorgeous.
I will dig out all his videos.
Give me 10 good reasons to justify why Gun-chan is my top favourite Exile Tribe member.
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I've been browsing mixed media and altered art - decorative works using various materials - and I'm itching to make one. I think I have an unused book or two somewhere to try on...
Or embark on a LDH project using song titles as the theme. They make great themes, by the way. I can do this when I have an apartment of my own - they'll make great decor.
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http://www.classicfm.com/discover/music/teach-children-music-theory
I'll try this on my kids.
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http://www.thepianoring.com/
https://www.etsy.com/listing/196736119/celtic-design-ring-glow-in-the-dark?ref=sohp_stv
These are gorgeous.
Tuesday, June 09, 2015
3JSB International Fan Project
http://ayamattemasen.tumblr.com/post/121005740775/finally-the-blue-planet-tour-has-started-as-i
Thank you ayamattemasen-san! I wish I could go too, but I couldn't get tickets despite balloting twice.
I aim to subscribe to ex-m in August.
This is my message. I figured, my Japanese grammar is horrible, and I'm not going to pretend to be proficient in writing. Surely this is motivation to sign up for proper lessons next year, because I hate pretending to understand stuff when I know little or close to nothing =.=
Thank you ayamattemasen-san! I wish I could go too, but I couldn't get tickets despite balloting twice.
I aim to subscribe to ex-m in August.
This is my message. I figured, my Japanese grammar is horrible, and I'm not going to pretend to be proficient in writing. Surely this is motivation to sign up for proper lessons next year, because I hate pretending to understand stuff when I know little or close to nothing =.=
Sunday, June 07, 2015
Naruto Live Spectacle
http://www.upbeatz.net/2015/06/exclusive-live-spectacle-naruto-press-conference-in-singapore/
I love it.
Naruto stage play was really awesome.
Moreover I was sitting front row with my friends, where I could see the expressions clearly and all. Great job with the choreography.
This marks my 2nd 2.5D stage play, after Ao no Exorcist musical. I'm not experienced enough, but I believe audiences from different countries behave differently. In Singapore, we tend to scream at our favourite characters appearing on stage.
My favourite is Neji, but they don't have Team Gai. So, I just settled for screaming at Kimisawa Yuki, who played Kakashi. He's really handsome and he fits Kakashi so well.
Jiraiya was hilarious. He sprouted OH MY GOD and random English phrases when Naruto did his Oiroke no Jutsu. Couldn't stop laughing. Everyone clapped their hands at his introduction, and he made the gesture to increase the volume of our clapping. Of course we added in our cheers ala Singaporean-fashion coz we are that enthusiastic. Hahahahaha stupid Ero-sennin XD
And dear Naruto's actor Kodai-kun owns a 24 Karats jacket. *stares at Sakia's booklet*
HMMMMMM XDDD
But oh, I love the Ino-Shika-Chou battle. They engaged the audience by throwing a huge Chouji ball and it wasn't as heavy as I thought. I'm sorry I didn't push it backwards because I couldn't change the direction of its spin - I'd have to stand up. Shikamaru was so in-character to the end - he yawned when everyone was thanking the audience and all. Ino elbowed him XD
I'm sure everyone fell in love with Orochimaru's actress. Otokoyaku from Takarazuka, acknowledged by Gackt and all. I think I'm just impressed by her singing vocals and acting - such vibrato - but otherwise I'm not into Takarazuka. (Orochimaru is male, but his seiyuu was female. So was the actor, haha)
I should really slap myself for thinking SasuNaru every time their moments are shown, but what the heck. Bros.
I love it.
Naruto stage play was really awesome.
Moreover I was sitting front row with my friends, where I could see the expressions clearly and all. Great job with the choreography.
This marks my 2nd 2.5D stage play, after Ao no Exorcist musical. I'm not experienced enough, but I believe audiences from different countries behave differently. In Singapore, we tend to scream at our favourite characters appearing on stage.
My favourite is Neji, but they don't have Team Gai. So, I just settled for screaming at Kimisawa Yuki, who played Kakashi. He's really handsome and he fits Kakashi so well.
Jiraiya was hilarious. He sprouted OH MY GOD and random English phrases when Naruto did his Oiroke no Jutsu. Couldn't stop laughing. Everyone clapped their hands at his introduction, and he made the gesture to increase the volume of our clapping. Of course we added in our cheers ala Singaporean-fashion coz we are that enthusiastic. Hahahahaha stupid Ero-sennin XD
And dear Naruto's actor Kodai-kun owns a 24 Karats jacket. *stares at Sakia's booklet*
HMMMMMM XDDD
But oh, I love the Ino-Shika-Chou battle. They engaged the audience by throwing a huge Chouji ball and it wasn't as heavy as I thought. I'm sorry I didn't push it backwards because I couldn't change the direction of its spin - I'd have to stand up. Shikamaru was so in-character to the end - he yawned when everyone was thanking the audience and all. Ino elbowed him XD
I'm sure everyone fell in love with Orochimaru's actress. Otokoyaku from Takarazuka, acknowledged by Gackt and all. I think I'm just impressed by her singing vocals and acting - such vibrato - but otherwise I'm not into Takarazuka. (Orochimaru is male, but his seiyuu was female. So was the actor, haha)
I should really slap myself for thinking SasuNaru every time their moments are shown, but what the heck. Bros.
Friday, June 05, 2015
ANAX3JSB
https://www.ana.co.jp/promotion/ana-jsb3/
WHAT
THE
SHIT
I'LL LIKE TO FLY TO JAPAN VIA ANA, IF YOU PLEASE. IN AUGUST. WHERE THE INFLIGHT AUDIO PROGRAMME IS VOICED BY 3JSB MEMBERS.
YOU'RE WELCOME.
WHAT
THE
SHIT
I'LL LIKE TO FLY TO JAPAN VIA ANA, IF YOU PLEASE. IN AUGUST. WHERE THE INFLIGHT AUDIO PROGRAMME IS VOICED BY 3JSB MEMBERS.
YOU'RE WELCOME.
Thursday, June 04, 2015
Wednesday, June 03, 2015
LDH mixed media ideas
https://twitter.com/0u0HaNako666/status/605372713109028864?utm_source=fb&fb_ref=Default&utm_content=605532547498442752&utm_campaign=exnews24&utm_medium=fb
Clean-shaven Naoki is very handsome. I like.
Ken-chan's so cool too. *_*
Someday I'll make myself a mixed media collage of 3JSB, Gene and Exile, and display it in my new home.
*adds to crafting ideas*
Clean-shaven Naoki is very handsome. I like.
Ken-chan's so cool too. *_*
Someday I'll make myself a mixed media collage of 3JSB, Gene and Exile, and display it in my new home.
*adds to crafting ideas*
Tuesday, June 02, 2015
S.W.O.R.D
I am amused by this
High & Low Story of S.W.O.R.D
【Story】
The legend begins at a certain town, belonging to a region that used to be under the control of a legendary organization called "Mugen" in the past.
In that legendary organization, there were two brothers who were both brutal and unbeaten - the Amamiya Brothers.
Yet somehow the Mugen were suddenly dissolved in a lethal fight...
In the aftermath of the chaos, five organizations appear in that area.
And this area is aptly dubbed SWORD, which is the acronym of the names of the five organizations.
And in that area dwells a gang that goes by the name "G-SWORD".
The second generation of Sanno Shouten brawlers "Sanno Association"
The tempting white demons "White Rascals"
The dark and brutal senior high school "Onija High School"
The ghosts on the ruthless street "RUDE BOYS"
The family of the avenging destroyers "Daruma Hooligans"
The 5 organizations will put their pride on the line
as they engage in a fierce battle!
However, the plot thickens...
A mysterious organization "MIGHTY WARRIORS" appears,
and the question is, are they enemies or allies?
What will happen next in this town...
HiGH & LOW
THE STORY OF S.W.O.R.D.
The story begins with 3 of its characters starting their Instagram accounts.
I...have no words. Just, GUN-CHAN IS THE BOSS OF HOODLUM SQUAD WHY IS HIS NAME COBRA. (No wonder his murderous eyes and spikey hair. Love your expression, btw) ALAN WHY ENGLISH (BERNIE SERIOUSLY?!)
What kind of drama is this omfg. Gang fights?
I'll check back again to see if there're updates. If only Alan himself has an instagram XD Still, Gun-chan as a boss. Please be the merciless, cold-hearted, ruthless leader.
My top bias is so cool *_*
High & Low Story of S.W.O.R.D
【Story】
The legend begins at a certain town, belonging to a region that used to be under the control of a legendary organization called "Mugen" in the past.
In that legendary organization, there were two brothers who were both brutal and unbeaten - the Amamiya Brothers.
Yet somehow the Mugen were suddenly dissolved in a lethal fight...
In the aftermath of the chaos, five organizations appear in that area.
And this area is aptly dubbed SWORD, which is the acronym of the names of the five organizations.
And in that area dwells a gang that goes by the name "G-SWORD".
The second generation of Sanno Shouten brawlers "Sanno Association"
The tempting white demons "White Rascals"
The dark and brutal senior high school "Onija High School"
The ghosts on the ruthless street "RUDE BOYS"
The family of the avenging destroyers "Daruma Hooligans"
The 5 organizations will put their pride on the line
as they engage in a fierce battle!
However, the plot thickens...
A mysterious organization "MIGHTY WARRIORS" appears,
and the question is, are they enemies or allies?
What will happen next in this town...
HiGH & LOW
THE STORY OF S.W.O.R.D.
The story begins with 3 of its characters starting their Instagram accounts.
I...have no words. Just, GUN-CHAN IS THE BOSS OF HOODLUM SQUAD WHY IS HIS NAME COBRA. (No wonder his murderous eyes and spikey hair. Love your expression, btw) ALAN WHY ENGLISH (BERNIE SERIOUSLY?!)
What kind of drama is this omfg. Gang fights?
I'll check back again to see if there're updates. If only Alan himself has an instagram XD Still, Gun-chan as a boss. Please be the merciless, cold-hearted, ruthless leader.
My top bias is so cool *_*
直直
https://instagram.com/explore/tags/%E7%9B%B4%E7%9B%B4/
Oh.my.god.
直直
I'm saving this with the tags because the tags are so cute. Naoki mama. Naoto papa. Mama is so tall.
I just like this picture ok.
Oh.my.god.
直直
I'm saving this with the tags because the tags are so cute. Naoki mama. Naoto papa. Mama is so tall.
I just like this picture ok.
Shiawase married couple. I will show my appreciation with my fanfics. *evil glint* Everyone else likes OmiRyu, I'll take NaoNao thanks.
Also I might have discovered Yokosuka pair Kenchi and Tetsuya. They really bicker like an old married couple. It's so amusing.