Podcasts about Arashi

Big headlines hit fast when you're a music fan with a calendar and a budget, and we feel that in our bones today. We start by celebrating BTS and their 13th anniversary, then pivot straight into our plans to “go to Busan” the movie-theater way. If you've ever scheduled your week around a live stream, a cinema screening, or a comeback teaser drop, you're our kind of person.From there we break down major tour and comeback news across the K-pop scene: Big Bang announcing a 2026 world tour with only two US dates, plus the real talk that comes with it: travel choices, missing members, and how fandom expectations shape whether a tour feels complete. We're also hyped for Red Velvet's full group comeback aiming for August, and we talk about how groups are evolving as members move around agencies but still reunite. Add i-dle's planned return and KARD's 2026 Europe tour, and it's a packed roadmap for anyone tracking concerts, venues, and the next big live moment.Then we get into the internet side of music culture. BTS's bonus track “Come Over” lands on streaming and explodes across iTunes, while one set list tweak in Busan has fans watching every move. We also unpack the ZEROBASEONE Park Gun Wook Polaroid lottery controversy and why constant filming can turn a split-second decision into a trust problem. To round it out, we jump to Japan music news and crossovers: ONE OK ROCK's Taka throwing the first pitch at a Dodgers game, BE:FIRST teaming up with Janet Jackson on a “Doesn't Really Matter” remix, and ARASHI updates that range from The Music Day hosting duties to a jaw-dropping Tokyo Dome trespassing story.Hit play, then come tell us what you think in the comments, leave a review, and share this with the friend who always has the tour dates open in a second tab.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

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A tiny concert moment turned into a full-blown fandom mystery: when Jun Matsumoto grabbed a drone mid-song during the ARASHI show, it instantly reminded us of Jungkook doing the same thing on the BTS tour. So we do what we do best and start digging. Who grabbed the concert drone first, was it happening across multiple shows, and is it pure coincidence that both groups were touring in Japan around the same time?From there, we zoom out into bigger questions that every J-pop and K-pop fan ends up asking sooner or later: how long can groups really last, what the “seven-year itch” looks like in the industry, and why Arashi's long history gives us hope for BTS's future. We also celebrate BTS's AMAs wins, talk about what major U.S. recognition can mean, and bring back the goal that still cracks us up because it's also dead serious: SUGA wants a Grammy.We don't skip the messy side of pop culture, either. We react to legal action tied to defamation and misleading headlines, and we vent about the Ticketmaster class action email many fans just received. Then we get back to the good stuff: Arashi's upcoming Blu-ray and DVD release, STARTO talent updates like Takahisa Masuda's Yellow fashion brand, Snow Man finally putting a huge catalog on streaming, and Takuya Kimura's album and tour news.We close with a very real weekend recap: braving cold sideways rain for the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck pop-up in Boston, then finding out a meteor caused a sonic boom nearby hours later. If you like fan talk with receipts, laughs, and a little outrage, hit play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more fans can find us.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

A stone that listens to your emotions. A city split into rich, middle, and poor levels. And a sudden transformation that can swallow the metal around you to build a towering robot or a nightmare creature. That's the weird, gritty spark behind Gad Guard, and we give it a fast, high-energy review with just enough detail to help you decide if it belongs on your watchlist. We walk through Unit Blue's three-tier layout, with Night Town's harsh reality sitting under Daytown and Gold Town's polished comfort, then connect that setting to the show's central mechanic: Gads. These mysterious stones act like ultra-valuable currency, but their real danger is how they react to strong feelings, shaping Techos and other forms through violent, material-hungry transformations. If you love sci-fi anime that treats worldbuilding like a pressure cooker, this one has plenty to chew on. From there, we dig into the character lineup and what their machines say about them, from Hajiki and Lightning's speed and aggression to Katana and Zero's cold long-range edge. We also hit Arashi's drive for freedom, Takumi's justice obsession, Aiko's Gold Town expectations, and the way Sayuri changes what you think you know about Katana. We close with what still holds up after two decades, including the jazzy soundtrack, the look, and why we rate Gad Guard an 8 out of 10. If you're into mecha anime, early 2000s sci-fi, or stories where emotion becomes literal power, subscribe for more reviews, share this with a friend who needs a new watch, and leave a rating so more people can find the show.Text us for feedback and recommendations for future episodes!Support the showWe thank everyone for listening to our podcast! We hope to grow even bigger to make great things happen, such as new equipment for higher-quality podcasts, a merch store & more! If you're interested in supporting us, giving us feedback and staying in the loop with updates, then follow our ZONE Social Media Portal to access our website, our Discord server, our Patreon page, and other social media platforms!DISCLAIMER: The thoughts and opinions shared within are those of the speaker. We encourage everyone to do their own research and to experience the content mentioned at your own volition. We try not to reveal spoilers to those who are not up to speed, but in case some slips out, please be sure to check out the source material before you continue listening!Stay nerdy and stay faithful,- J.B.Subscribe to "Content for Creators" on YouTube to listen to some of the music used for these episodes!

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Nante Japan's review of April and May 2026, featuring segments on Arashi's final concert, MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 nominees, the accessibility of Japanese music, Kauan Okamoto's new career as a host, more STARTO music being made available digitally, and more.

A final concert can feel like a party, a farewell, and a time capsule all at once and ARASHI somehow makes it all work. We watch the We Are Arashi 2026 finale from Tokyo Dome and hit record immediately, because sitting with those feelings in silence was not an option. What follows is our honest, slightly scattered, very emotional recap of the night that closed a 26 plus year run and reshaped what a J-pop goodbye can look like.We talk through the moments that made the livestream feel huge: a Dome full of rainbow penlights, cinematic camera angles, drones, and those bold stage effects that swing from wonder to intensity in seconds. We also dig into the setlist pacing, from early high-energy throwbacks to the pair of emotional songs that detonated our tear ducts way too soon. If you've ever felt like one track can hold an entire era of your life, you'll know exactly why that section hit so hard.Then we slow down for the details that fans love: the outfit changes, the little bits of humor, the juniors on stage singing along, and the campfire-style staging that turned a stadium into something strangely intimate. Finally, we unpack the farewell speeches member by member, including the surprise moments when even the most composed voice starts to crack, and why the final song feels like a deliberate last gift.If you're watching replays, debating a Blu-ray purchase, or just trying to process the end of an era, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more pop culture and concert deep dives, share this with a fellow fan, and leave a review telling us what moment from the finale you can't stop thinking about.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

One malicious YouTube channel. Real financial damages. A clear warning shot from a major label. We kick things off by reacting to SM Entertainment's lawsuit win against Sojang for defamation tied to EXO, Red Velvet, and aespa, and why it feels like the industry is finally drawing a harder line on harassment, rage bait, and targeted personal attacks. If you've ever wondered what “artist protection” looks like when it leaves the press release stage and hits the courtroom, we talk through the stakes in plain terms.Then we jump across to Japan for a run of updates that are all about live music momentum. T.N.T, led by Yuya Tegoshi, lands a Nippon Budokan debut concert, and we unpack why Budokan carries legendary status for rock and pop artists. We also get into SixTONES announcing a stadium tour schedule, plus Number_i hosting fan meeting events with strict fan club rules. If you follow J-pop tours, ticketing systems, and venue milestones, this stretch is packed with practical context.We also slow down to flag something every fan should take seriously: scam listings and fake livestream pages. With Arashi-related warnings making the rounds, we share a simple mindset for staying safe online by sticking to official sources. From there, we hit more headlines, including Jesse joining a Keroro Gunso anime film, the messy NewJeans and ADOR legal fight with asset freezes and legal team shakeups, KATSEYE canceling a Music Bank appearance, and YG's updates on BABYMONSTER plus future group plans. And because we are us, we close with a story about BLOODYWOOD, a shout to Diljit Dosanjh, and how music can sneak into your subconscious and come out as a wildly vivid dream.Subscribe for more music news, share this with a friend who lives for pop culture headlines, and leave us a review if our rambles keep you company. Which story do you want us to dig into next?Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Ticket buying has gotten so weird that a normal week can feel like a full-time job, and we're not letting it slide. We're Sarashi and Miss DJ Panic, and we're back in full rants-and-ramblings mode with the concert news that actually affects your wallet, your schedule, and your sanity.First up, we talk real life for a minute because it's all connected: food sensitivities, allergy season, and the little “experiments” we do just to feel normal. Then we get into K-pop tour shockwaves, starting with i-dle's North American tour cancellation and Cube Entertainment's explanation about reorganizing schedules around global activities and a July comeback. We dig into what that timing really implies for rehearsals, staging, promotions, and why a later tour might mean a better show for fans and artists.From there, the industry gets even bigger. Hybe, SM Entertainment, JYP Entertainment, and YG Entertainment are reportedly moving toward a joint venture to create a global K-pop festival “Fanomenon,” with ambitions that openly aim past Coachella. We talk about what a mega K-pop festival in South Korea could mean for K-culture, global touring, and whether events like KCON get pushed aside.We also break down Ticketmaster and ticket resale reform: Ontario's face value resale cap, the fight over hidden fees and dynamic pricing, and the ongoing pressure from governments and fans to make ticketing fair. We wrap with more live-music buzz, including BTS tour kickoff energy, and why concerts are still our favorite form of therapy even when adulting is hard.Subscribe, share this with a friend who's tired of fees, and leave a review. What's your hottest take on resale rules, tour cancellations, or the ticketing mess right now?Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

 Nante Japan's review of February and March 2026, featuring segments on international fans being turned away at Arashi's farewell tour, Koda Kumi being dragged after announcing she's pregnant at 43, RADWIMPS' Noda Yojiro's work on Kanye West's new album, “The Japan Gold Disc Award 2026”, and more. and more. 

Somebody's solo era starts overnight, a label's contract drama spills into public view, and deepfake creators are getting prison time. That's the energy of this Music Elixir conversation, where we connect the dots between K-pop industry news, fandom behavior, and the real-world consequences of what gets posted online. We talk through Heeseung opening new social channels under the stage name Evan and what a fast rebrand can say about planning, identity, and creative direction.Then we dig into the messy side of the business: reported contract terminations involving Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin from EXO, plus the broader ripple effect when a company faces financial instability and legal allegations. These stories aren't just headlines to us, they're a reminder that idols are working artists navigating contracts, settlements, and power structures while still trying to perform at a high level.We also get serious about AI deepfakes, privacy invasion, and defamation. SM Entertainment's legal update shows how hard the crackdown is landing, and we share practical ways fans can avoid spreading harmful fake content. From there, we jump to Japan with STARTO Entertainment and Snow Man calling out malicious rumors and speculative posts, because the same online culture problems are crossing borders.To end on a huge fan moment, we celebrate ARASHI announcing a livestream for their final Tokyo Dome concert, including how ticket access and archive viewing work, and why it feels both exciting and heartbreaking. If this gave you something to think about, subscribe, share the episode with a fellow fan, and leave us a five-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

While the new world struggles to be born, people all round this dying old world cannot help but keep making music. Too many, frankly. Please stop. Anyway, I cannot help but keep playing you all this incredible music, postpunkindustrialdubjunglegamelanglitchjazzfolkclassical, as those in the know call it *taps nose* LISTEN AGAIN to the music of the spheres. Stream on demand from fbi.radio, podcast here. Laeter – Isolate [Laeter Bandcamp] Laeter – Leibowitz [Laeter Bandcamp] Liam Bosecke is based on Kaurna country, in Adelaide, and he’s founded a creative community called Empty Frames that aims to raise mental health awareness. His latest album as Laeter is released via that platform, but is of course available on Bandcamp (and in a handsome CD edition!) Blanket Doubt is a wonderful thing that kind of answers the question, “What if indietronica except slow-moving industrial dub?” Intense distorted drum machines and synthetic screeches underscore almost-spoken vocals, or shudder and crash under New Order-esque synth melodies. Pure perverted pleasure. Damos Room – All Shall Go [Long Gone/Bandcamp] Damos Room – Gullet (Dirty Protest) [Long Gone/Bandcamp] Last time I played Damos Room on the show was a mere month ago. I wrote at the time: I’m not sure who Damos is or what’s in their Room, but signs point to it being three guys: Luke Miles, Nicholas Elson & Huw Oleskar. I’ve just found out (because they told me, nothing underhand) that Huw Oleskar is also known as Elijah Minnelli, responsible for some of the most interesting and lovely dub-folk hybrids in recent times, ostensibly under the auspices of Breadminster County Council. As for Damos Room, you can find a series of fantastic, weirdly-shaped releases on their Bandcamp, including a mixtape of two bizarre 40-minute radio pieces, some quasi-singles of abstracted dub/spoken-word/electronics, and the experimental electronics of their collaboration with rapper LYAM, which I played on this show a few years back. So, a month ago I played something from Walk With The Militia, a vaguely-album-shaped item that wasn’t actually their new album – rather it’s a mixtape, entirely in keeping with the mystery what all this is about. It collects – I said – a whole lot of weird shit, but it’s all dub-based experimental electronics, with Minnelli’s distinctive spoken word & low-key singing, odd radio interludes and noise bits and so on. It’s really fantastic. So how about All Shall Go, their new album which is really released now? Well, it’s just as murky, weird-shaped and all as the prior mixtape and earlier works. And as with earlier works, there are also some head-nodding beats and bass, and tracks where Oleskar’s voice chants and sings in nearly melodic fashion. Don’t expect pop, dancehall or grime here, but do expect music that’s evocative, challenging, ancient and modern. Do go deep, but don’t miss that mixtape, or 2020’s Commencement either. Carl Gari – Pick’n’Peel [Molten Moods/Bandcamp] Most of us know German band Carl Gari from their incredibly strong albums made with Egyptian singer/trumpeter/poet/composer Abdullah Miniawy, on AD93 and Amphibian Records. Between those two releases, the band & singer released a live album on Molten Moods, and it’s that label that Carl Gari return to now for their self-titled album, forthcoming in June. This is the first single (by the time of writing I’ve heard the second), and it’s just what the doctor ordered – dark, insistent minimal drum’n’bass if it was produced by Depeche Mode circa Songs of Faith and Devotion, a very specific reference that probably only makes sense to me 🖤 Fez The Kid & BRUK – Original Secret [RuptureLDN/Bandcamp] Two young junglists from Bristol tearin’ it up on this new EP, their first for the iconic jungle-revival label RuptureLDN. These guys really know their jungle originals and are making the kind of tracks that wouldn’t have been out of place in an East London club circa ’93. Both Fez The Kid & BRUK have a number of EPs to their names, but have also worked together for a while, and DJ back2back as well. Turn up yr subs and feel the bass pressure while the snares go renegade. Rrrrrrrince out! A.Fruit – I Left You [YUKU/Bandcamp] A.Fruit – Choice [YUKU/Bandcamp] Anna Derlemenko aka A.Fruit is a Ukrainian music producer, born in Moscow, but her family relocated to Spain after Russia’s war on Ukraine. She co-runs the Distorted Barcelona club and does a lot of music production training & tips on her Patreon – in fact, the first track I played tonight is the subject of a full track breakdown there, and she’s shared the full Ableton project. Her productions are consistently adventurous, mixing up genres and manipulating sounds while remaining dancefloor friendly, and that’s certainly the case on her new EP Choice for the one & only YUKU. She’s an artist I’ll never not recommend. upsammy & Valentina Magaletti – Superimposed [PAN/Bandcamp] upsammy & Valentina Magaletti – It Comes To An End [PAN/Bandcamp] Dutch producer & DJ upsammy (who visited Sydney recently for Soft Centre) has previously worked the built & natural environment into her music: Germ in a Population of Buildings in 2023 created a whole environment of hallucinatory fauna and automata, repurposing IDM in a similar-but-different way to Eora’s own gi. Valentina Magaletti is one of the most versatile drummer/percussionists working at the moment, found in the postpunk-electronica band Moin, but also remaking kuduro & batida with Afro-Portuguese producer Nídia, a kind of postpunk dub with electronic producer Al Wootton, and plenty of other avant-garde stuff. upsammy & Magaletti’s collaborative album Seismo (yes, it means “earthquake”) came out of a commission from the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, for which they sampled the sounds of the museum itself, using its spaces as percussive surfaces, and much of the joy of the album comes from the blurring of live drums and other acoustic rhythms with electronic programming and manipulation. Around & amongst the percussion are snippets of voice (a callback Mageletti’s work with Raime and Moin, albeit applied very differently), strange fragmentary samples of guitar & bass, piano notes stretched thin, slow melodic synths. Mostly delicate, mostly the opposite of an earthquake, these are musical giants striding across our world while imps dance in their footprints. It’s a wonderful album. Hoavi – Song of the Forgotten [Peak Oil] Hoavi – Colossus [Peak Oil] And speaking of imps dancing, Russian producer Hoavi is one of the exemplars of music that sounds like skittering insects and tumbling waterfalls, drawing jungle-ish IDM into dub technoid waters. His second album for Peak Oil, Architectonics, takes those aspects into newer territories, with a bank of samples of percussive sounds from around his house, and inspiration taken from Indonesian gamelan and minimalist composition. For all this though, it’s vintage Hoavi – rhythmically complex, deep sound design. Genius. Foote/Dickow – Underwater Welder [Geographic North/Bandcamp] Peak Oil is run by two Bria/ons – Brion Brionson is the “o” guy, and the other is Brian Foote, who’s been kranky‘s media guy forever as well as running various labels (including Peak Oil just above here!) and playing in various bands. Brian’s also a connoisseur of IDM, electronica & rave in all its variations (solo as Leech), and here he teams up with Paul Dickow, best known as Strategy, maker of much dubwise, ambient & technoid musics and himself co-founder of the Community Library label. High Cube is their first outing together as a duo, and you can feel their shared musical heritage in its bones. Skittering IDM glitchbeats hover above a dub techno skeleton, and there’s a jazzy sensibility to the keyboards. Charming. Richard Pike – III. “August” [Salmon Universe/Bandcamp] Sydney’s Richard Pike, alum of PVT, is now based in London. He can be found in various ensembles, including with Joe Quirke, with whom he co-runs the Salmon Universe label, and under his own name has been making ambient-techno-hybrid-orchestral soundtracks for TV. Outside of that, he’s released solo music under the alias DEEP LEARNING on Oxtail Recordings, based around subtly rhythmic glitchy loops, but now returns to his own name for album that mixes late-night piano and glitchy dub-techno. It’s not surprising to discover that the creation of this music was directly triggered by the death of Ryuichi Sakamoto, but the music takes darker paths than the Japanese master. The full album’s out later in May, and the last single brings in something of the jungle-meets-dub techno we’ve heard a lot of tonight. Laurence Pike – Guardians of Memory [Balmat/Bandcamp] It’s lovely to find Laurence Pike – brother to Richard above – coming out on Philip Sherburne & Albert Salinas‘ Balmat label in late May. Pike was drummer in Pivot/PVT and Triosk, and the hallucinatory melding of live jazz and micro-sampled loops has remained central to his DNA since the start. There’s a trickery at the heart of Possible Utopias for Jazz Quintet, hinted at with “possible”: while there are guests on these tracks, it’s never a jazz quintet, and still predominantly Laurence solo. The “utopias” denote an idea of freedom which Pike is reaching for, in continuity with his last album The Undreamt-of Centre – that people are not atomised individuals but exist interdependently with their environment. And for all that this is a solo album, Pike begins the album with a substantial, sumptuous feature from Eora/Sydney pianist Novak Manojlovic. Utopian indeed. David Norland – E-Car Soul reNYX [Denovali] English composer David Norland, who lives between LA & London, is best known as a soundtrack writer for film and stage, as well as a composer of electronic and experimental choral music. He has an album coming via Denovali called La Source, which is not a soundtrack, but incorporates choral music into its beat-driven electronic framework. Strangely, I didn’t hear the single “E-Car Soul” as choral, but the “reNYX” by UK vocal/electronic collective NYX reworks it into their image, with vocal harmonies and rearranged electronics. Carl Stone & Asuna – Ulna As Ancestor [Room40/Bandcamp] A pioneer of live laptop music, Carl Stone has been at it since the 1980s, and has had a renaissance since Unseen Worlds released a series of his early music on triple LP sets. Stone has for a long time lived between LA and Japan, and on this new CD he’s collaborating with Japanese artist Asuna Arashi, whose toy instruments are sampled and processed by Stone and then handed by to Arashi for her to rework and… send back to Stone. With all these layers of processing, it’s not often easy to make out the original toy instruments, but it’s pretty immersive, experimental but friendly. In keeping with a lot of Stone’s own work, the titles are all anagrams of “Carl Stone Asuma”, all of which are unreasonably good (“A Nacreous Slant”? “Nascent Arousal”!) Loom & Thread – Spheres [Macro/Bandcamp] A few years ago, German jazz trio Loom & Thread released their debut album Island Grammar on macro rec. Pianist Tom Schneider is known as “frontman” of the live techno act KUF, playing as lead instrument the sampler. On Loom & Thread’s debut, Schneider at least played piano primarily, albeit sampled and processed live, as were the double bass of Tobi Fröhlich and the drums of Daniel Klein. For their follow-up Bandcamp, Schneider is well and truly a sampler-player (although yes, piano’s in there too), triggering & manipulating samples of two saxophonists and two vibraphone players (one of whom is drummer Daniel Klein). The samples’ use can range from chaotic scatter to undulant layers, around which is constructed a form of contemporary jazz. It’s weirder than their first album, but just as enjoyable. You can see them playing some of this live here, with Fröhlich also alternating between double bass & sampler. Christian Wallumrød Ensemble – Not new to [Aspen Edities/Bandcamp] It’s seems like yesterday – well OK, it was only last week – when I was talking about the richness of the Norwegian (and generally, Nordic) music scene(s), highlighting among others the stunning new solo album from saxophonist, singer, composer etc Espen Reinertsen. Reinertsen’s album was released on SusannaSonata, run by the artist known as Susanna or Susanna and the Magical Orchestra, who is also Susanna Wallumrød. She’s the youngest of a family of musicians – as well as their cousin, jazz pianist David Wallumrød, her brother Fredrik Wallumrød is a drummer of mainly rock & pop, and the oldest of the lot is pianist Christian Wallumrød (born in 1971 – Susanna was born in 1979), a renowned jazz pianist & keyboard player, whose eponymous Ensemble have released a series of albums on ECM Records. Christian & Fredrik also release music made of drum machines & synths as Brutter (also here) – glitchy, arhythmic synthetic grooves. Anyway, last week I remarked on the uncanny beauty of Reinertsen’s album, and there’s something similarly bewitching, gorgeous but slightly wrong about the music on the Christian Wallumrød Ensemble’s latest album Non Sonett, released by Belgian post-folk/jazz label Aspen Edities. The label specialises in acoustic experimental music by and large, but does slip sideways into electronics at times, and so does this latest album, where minimalist jazz compositions sidle up to Norwegian folk and haunted electronics, while remaining utterly restrained throughout. You may think this would sound cold & difficult, but it’s not: it’s engrossing and delightful, like Penguin Cafe Orchestra recording Talk Talk’s last albums, Keith Jarrett jamming Sunn O))), Henry Purcell discovering free jazz. If you only listen to one Norwegian jazz/folk record this week, make it this one (but don’t stop there). tokesmo – 02.02 [tokesmo Bamdcamp] tokesmo – 01 [tokesmo Bandcamp] Andrea B of doom/psych/metal trio Morkobot is tokesmo, a project in which he combines field recordings and found sounds with electronics. Two EPs launch the project; on tksm 01 it’s more sound-art and noise than rhythms, while tksm 02 transforms found sounds into percussive instruments for its IDM-meets-industrial beats. Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, Macie Stewart – paper folding | disappearing [International Anthem/Bandcamp] Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, Macie Stewart – laundry | blood [International Anthem/Bandcamp] Last year I played a track from a trio of Chicago-based women who were all string players and singers – in fact, I loved it so much I played it in Part 2 of my Best of 2025. Whitney Johnson on viola, Lia Kohl on cello and Macie Stewart on violin don’t just all sing – they all operate various tape machines, into which they feed their sounds and alchemically transmute their playing & singing into dusty loops. You can see this gorgeous transformation happening in real time in this video. Last year’s “stone | piece” was one partially improvised composition that’s part of the BODY SOUND album now released by Chicago (post-?)jazz institution International Anthem. There’s a surprising variety of sound here – string drones melting into tape hiss are part of it, but so are plucked prepared cello, loops glitched through manipulated recording heads, deconstructed folk melodies and quasi-classical accompaniments to angelic singing, squalling loops played at triple-time and roaring bass as the cello is pitched down multiple octaves. An extraordinary album like no other. Hara Alonso – A Second is a Choir (feat. Lia Kohl) [FUU/Bandcamp] Lia Kohl also turns up as one guest on the brilliant new EP Music of Many Nows from Stockholm-based Spanish sound-artist Hara Alonso. Here, Alonso combines accidental and casual recordings of life going by, combined with recordings of a nearby choir, a found piano and a couple of guests, and makes beautifully cracked vignettes, much deeper musically than this method would suggest. Honestly this couldn’t be more Utility Fog, and I love it so much. Daniel O’Toole – Breathing Colour [Cascade Rumble Records] Naarm-based artist & musician Daniel O’Toole was based here in Eora until a few years back, and was responsible for a lot of well-loved street art under the name Ears. Accompanying that were a few albums of funky instrumental hip-hop as Captain Earwax, but these days Daniel is emphasising the more abstract, gallery-friendly side of his art – gorgeous colour gradients and textures that you can sample here – and musically he’s making incredible custom-built instruments alongside his own strings, keyboard playing, percussion etc: check out the particle plate and the particle drum. Hand-made gestural instruments like this are at the core of O’Toole’s new album Outer Magnolia, but equally there’s a lot of acoustic sounds here – folktronica but not like your Daddy made it. Euan Alexander Millar-McMeeken – Nothing Moves In Me [Sleep In The Fire Records] London-based Scottish musician Euan Alexander Millar-McMeeken has recorded a lot of solo ambient music as glacis, and led indie/folk band The Kays Lavelle for many years. He has a substantial number of collaborative projects, many of them duos, all of them wonderful: Graveyard Tapes with Matthew Collings and Civic Hall with Craig Tattersall, Bird Battles with Jesse Narens and now Yoal with Satomimagae. In 2024, Euan released his first album under his full name, All The Weather Of The Human Heart, a deeply moving work that’s a meditation on loss, in which the central vocals & piano are cracked & smudged through digital & analogue means. Similar approaches to sound design are found on the solo follow-up Framed Insects – fragile songs and tape hiss interrupted by distorted beats or glitched into strange structures. Just gorgeous. Listen again — ~217MB

A single announcement can send an entire fandom into free fall, and this week proves it. We're in full rants-and-rambling mode as we react to a wave of K-pop and J-rock headlines that feel like a roller coaster you didn't sign up for, from sudden exits to uneasy “hiatus” notices that always leave fans reading between the lines.We start with the biggest jolt: ENHYPEN member HeeSeung leaving the group to pursue a solo career. We break down what the official statements say, why the timing fuels conspiracy theories, and how fan reactions escalate fast, including the classic protest playbook. It also brings up the uncomfortable question every idol fan eventually faces: when someone wants creative freedom, do you fight the change or support the person behind the brand?From there, we zoom out to the wider music industry. Park Jin-young resigns from his inside director role at JYP Entertainment, and we talk about what it might mean for his next era as an artist and mentor (plus his history of going all-in on performance art). On the J-rock side, MY FIRST STORY announces a hiatus, and the GazettE publishes a striking statement about removing guitarist Aoi, reminding us that trust and teamwork are fragile when schedules, tours, and real life collide. We also grab a rare bright moment with Momoiro Clover Z member Ayaka Sasaki announcing her marriage, because yes, entertainers are people with lives beyond the stage.We wrap with lighter fandom joy: idols launching YouTube and TikTok, the thrill of seeing softer offstage sides, and our growing obsession with ARASHI's final tour and the desperate hope for a livestream or Blu-ray. If you've ever felt devastated, nosy, protective, and excited all in the same week, you'll feel seen here. Subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave us a review so more music fans can find the show.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

A final song that feels like a sunrise. We dive into ARASHI's “Five” with full hearts, tracing the way bright production, tight harmonies, and lyrical nods to their history create a farewell that lifts instead of lingers in sorrow. From the first grin-to-tears listen to the wave of memories sparked by the MV's visual echoes, we map how one track can carry years of friendship, inside jokes, and stagecraft without leaning on cliché goodbye tropes.We also sit with the week's emotions around Ohno's announcement and what choosing freedom looks like after decades of service to fans. Rather than disappear, the group offered a ritual of closure: a new single, a dome tour, and room for everyone to say thank you. We love the return of longtime collaborators (Hikari and Tomoki Ishizuka), the smart 5:55 release flourishes, and the record-setting Oricon response that shows how powerful this community still is. Along the way, we talk authenticity—why Arashi's variety moments, kindness offstage, and consistent chemistry make nostalgia feel earned—and share fan reflections that capture the blend of joy and ache.If you're searching for context, catharsis, and the small details that make “Five” sparkle, this conversation is for you. We celebrate what was built together, look ahead to five bright individual paths, and hold space for all the feelings that come with a beautiful ending. Stream the episode, then tell us which lyric or MV moment hit you hardest. If this resonated, subscribe, share with a fellow fan, and leave a five-star review to help others find the show.ARASHI Instagram X Youtube TikTok Storm official STARTO FiveSupport the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

The lights go down, the bass hits, and we realize one screening won't be enough. We grab two nights of Stray Kids on the big screen, get our biases wrecked by Changbin's power and duality, and come away convinced: repetition doesn't dilute the moment, it deepens it. Between the close-up interviews, unit stages, and a set design that refuses to sit still, the film turns performance into a masterclass in craft and stamina.We start with something softer but equally charged: what a “final” wave of Arashi merch means when a group has soundtracked your life. Clear files, Uchiwa, and years of magazines aren't clutter; they're a living archive. That sparks a bigger idea—turn collections into a fan-led exhibit at a cafe or gallery, with donations supporting causes that align with the artists' values. Curation by the community, for the community.From there, we widen the lens. Trainee life and dorm pressure echo our own cramped roommate horror stories; proximity builds friction, but it also creates performance chemistry you can't fake. We look at how labels are stepping up legal action against malicious posts and how online “anonymous” doesn't hold in court. And when BTS's V has private messages surface as evidence without consent, we draw a line: public figures deserve boundaries, and consent still matters, even in headline season.We also track industry shifts that signal real change. BMSG moves toward a COO and a risk compliance office—proof that creativity scales best with structure. NUMBER_i taps WME for international growth, hinting at U.S. stages and maybe a tour circuit. And for KCON, we make the Boston case—great venues, easy transit, fans who show up—and map how regional stops can build lasting audiences beyond the usual LA and (once upon a time) NYC anchors.If you're here for fandom realities, tour talk, governance moves, and the thrill of getting your heart hijacked by a performance, you're in the right place. Hit play, feel the rush, and then tell us: which moment stole your breath, and where should the next tour stop land? Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a bias wake-up call, and leave a review to help more listeners find us.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Missed the end‑of‑year whirlwind across K‑pop and J‑pop? We're back with a clear, no‑fluff breakdown of what happened—and what it means next. We start with a reset after the holiday pause, then hit the biggest swings: ONEUS exiting RBW while keeping the group alive, the ongoing NewJeans contract saga and how legal wins don't instantly fix trust, and Japan's shifting ground as ORβIT and HICO change agencies while BUGVEL steps away on their own terms.We also unpack BMSG's shockwave: SKY‑HI's public apology after reports of inviting an underage female idol home late at night. He says no laws were broken; cancellations still followed. It's a blueprint moment for governance in idol culture—clear boundaries, neutral meeting spaces, and leadership that models the rules it sets. On the performance front, STARTO's Start To Move Countdown drew enough criticism that the company issued a rare statement condemning slander and false speculation. Live shows are imperfect by nature; attacking artists as people isn't critique, it's corrosion. WEST offered a brighter counterpoint with their own countdown chaos—karaoke duels, drag covers, and a dance‑floor set—proving you can build tradition outside the main stage and still give a thrill.Looking ahead, Stray Kids laid out a packed 2026: new album, tour, fan meetings, and major festival slots that hint at bigger Western stages. BTS quietly circled March 20 for their next album, setting off the customary ticket watch and reminding everyone to ignore fake “leaks” until official announcements land. Through it all runs a single thread: autonomy with accountability. Artists want control; fans want clarity; labels need guardrails. When those align, the music wins.If this roundup helped you catch up and think deeper about the headlines, follow the show, share it with a fellow fan, and leave a review—your support keeps us on the road and in your queue.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

The news finally dropped: ARASHI is back on tour and the dates are all in Japan. We dive straight into the emotional whiplash of a long-awaited comeback that feels thrilling up close but far away from most of the world. From the first wave of trending headlines to the logistics nobody wants to think about lotteries, residency checks, hotel surges, and the cost of a last-chance pilgrimage.We look at the options that could turn frustration into access. A final-night livestream is the most realistic bridge, and Arashi has done it before with smooth, online global ticketing. Theater events sound romantic, but time zones get messy; a live home stream with a replay window might be the fairest path. We also explore models other artists used limited international ticket waves, travel bundles, and verified queues and how a similar blueprint could complement the fan club lottery without overwhelming venues. The line in Arashi's statement about bringing “enjoyment to all our fans” becomes our north star: not a promise, but a meaningful hint.Along the way, we share the on-the-ground tactics fans are already considering: traveling for the atmosphere and merch even without tickets, tapping local friends for lottery entries, building flexible itineraries, and setting firm guardrails to avoid risky resales. We balance that with what keeps hope alive memories of the hiatus-era openness, and the simple truth that this group has surprised global fans before. If there's one more surprise to come, a well-executed stream or a small pool of international seats could change everything.Listen, share with your fandom circles, and tell us: what would make this tour feel truly global? And if this helped, subscribe, leave a review, and tag a friend who needs to hear it.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

A four-year-old's wisdom—“Eat cookies and dance to K‑pop”—kicks off a ride that leaps from pure joy to the hard edges of the music business. We laugh over kid-approved bops, then dig into the NewJeans contract ruling, what it means when artists challenge deals, and how reputation, risk, and fan loyalty collide in public. From there, we chase the headlines that light up 2026: ITZY teasing a world tour with new music, Mamamoo lining up a full-group comeback and global dates, EXO setting a fan meeting and targeting their eighth full album, and the growing buzz around BTS timelines and Arashi's anniversary energy.Alongside the hype, we get real about the price of fandom. Nosebleeds that should be floor seats, fees that balloon at checkout, and venue choices that miss the mark make it harder to say yes—even when the heart is all in. We trade notes on flexible pricing, right-sizing rooms, and how the U.S. tour map turns eight cities into a cross-country obstacle course. Access matters too: international fans juggling fan club walls, limited livestreams, and announcement gaps still keep communities humming with art, translations, and updates that hold eras together.If you live for comebacks and care about the logistics that make shows possible, you'll feel seen here. We celebrate wins, name the pain points, and invite you to share your local reality—ticket prices, venue vibes, and what actually works where you are. Hit play, then tell us: which 2026 tour is your must-see, and how are you planning to beat the fees? Subscribe, share with a friend who needs concert strategy ammo, and leave a review to help more fans find the show.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

A canceled tour. Refund notices. Confused fans. We pull back the curtain on why live shows keep slipping through our fingers, from vague “operational issues” to the hard math of visas, venue access, and thin margins. A North American K‑pop run dissolves overnight, and we trace the fingerprints: new promoters biting off too much, slow stream velocity dulling demand signals, and logistics that punish even small mistakes.We also talk about the real cost of attending a show now. The venue you can't reach on one subway line adds hours and hotel bills. The “quick night out” means PTO, rideshares, and $15 snacks. That friction changes behavior. Fans who once went every month now choose a few can't-miss acts, while others opt for the couch, a big screen, and a flawless livestream. When Shirley Manson calls touring a liability, she's speaking to a system where artists work harder for less, and fans shoulder higher stakes with every purchase.There's still light. Hybrid models are getting smarter: multi-camera livestreams, timed replays, and thoughtful travel packages that make yes easier and FOMO lighter. We share updates from the J‑pop and K‑pop worlds—Arashi speculation, member projects, BTS tour hopes—and ask what a sustainable future could look like if fans had fair access and artists had predictable backing. If you care about live music, this conversation maps the fault lines and possible fixes.If this resonates, tap follow, share it with a friend who misses concerts as much as you do, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find us. What would make you say yes to your next show: better prices, easier access, or a great livestream?Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

A captivating episode with Yemeni-Egyptian artist Yumna Al-Arashi who discusses her upbringing in Washington D.C., the impact of the 2017 executive order (often referred to as the "Muslim ban") on her family, and how her art explores themes of identity, feminism, sexuality, healing, and human rights, frequently challenging the misrepresentation of Muslim women in Western media. Al-Arashi delves into her projects, including her first solo exhibition in Switzerland "Tears For The Future," her film "99 Names of God," and her powerful book "Aisha," which examines facial tattooing traditions from South Arabia to North Africa and the Sahara. She also shares her thoughts on self-portraits, the discomfort her work can evoke, and the importance of authorship and challenging orientalist desires in art. 0:00 Growing Up Egyptian-Yemeni in Washington D.C.0:09 The 2017 Executive Order and Its Impact0:49 The Salt Project: Healing and the Vulnerability of Movement7:13 Childhood George Bush's America10:04 Growing up in Washington D.C.12:05 Balancing Complexity and Tropes in “99 Names of God”19:09 The Evolution of Resistance in Art21:29 Filming “99 Names of God” in Oman and References to Yemen22:50 Introducing the Book “Aisha”23:55 the Connection Between Al-Arashi's Projects24:50 Reclaiming Narratives and Challenging Colonial History28:20 The Importance of Authorship32:23 The History and Meaning of Facial Tattoos36:58 The Awkwardness and Power of Self-Portraits Yumna Al-Arashi is a Yemeni-Egyptian artist, photographer, filmmaker, and writer born and raised in Washington, D.C. She studied International Politics with a focus on the Middle East at The New School. Her work, which is often self-taught in photography, explores themes of identity, feminism, sexuality, and human rights, frequently challenging the misrepresentation of Muslim women in Western media. Her notable works include the award-winning short film "The 99 Names of God" (2018) and the monograph "Aisha," which documents the ancient art of women's facial tattooing in North Africa and West Asia. Her photography has been featured in publications and exhibitions worldwide, and she has received support from organizations such as the International Women's Media Foundation and the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture. She has lived and worked in various locations, including New York, Los Angeles, London, and Zürich. Connect with Yumna Al-Arashi

Nante Japan's review of May and June 2025, featuring segments on Arashi's disbandment announcement, TOKIO's disbandment, the Ayumi Hamasaki & Elon Musk child rumor, the mid-year music charts, and more.

Something strange is happening in the Music Elixir universe. Sarah shares a peculiar dream where she was Jin's girlfriend during wartime and Taehyung got a nosebleed after falling from a Segway—only for Taehyung to post about getting an actual nosebleed just days later. When the psychic portal opens between these Pisces hosts, the coincidences start flowing!We dive deep into a Rolling Stone controversial ranking of BTS solo songs, where RM's "seoul" claims the #1 spot. Surprisingly, many tracks we gushed about during our Jin concert road trip made the top 10, including Jin's "The Astronaut" at #9 and SUGA's "Snooze" featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto and WOOSUNG of The Rose at #8. But where was V's "Love Me Again"? Some rankings left us scratching our heads.Frustration boils over when discussing ARASHI's comeback strategy—why announce a return to the spotlight only to release content exclusively through their fan club that's closed to new members? Meanwhile, KAT-TUN plans a surprise one-night reunion concert despite having officially disbanded in March, and SUPER EIGHT secures their first-ever performance at the prestigious Nippon Budokan.The conversation shifts to KCON LA's organizational disaster: eliminated panels, no three-day passes, endless lines, and a convention floor dominated by beauty products with barely any artist merchandise. What happened to the KCON we loved? On a brighter note, MONSTA X officially announces their new album "The X" dropping September 1st, and we reminisce about our canceled 2020 concert tickets, hoping they'll return to Boston soon.As we approach our 250th episode milestone with listeners in 166 countries, we're proud to have defied the podcast odds. Most shows don't make it past 80 episodes, yet here we are nearly five years later, still chatting about our music obsessions. What special things might next year bring? Subscribe and find out!Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Jeje está de volta e nos conta como tem sido sua experiência com Patapon 1+2 Replay, relançamento dos dois primeiros jogos da série e que pela primeira vez estão disponíveis foram de PlayStation. A gente também fala pela primeira vez de Death Stranding 2: On the Beach e Arashi Gaiden, jogo da brasileira Statera. E (mais uma vez, provavelmente pela última vez) tem um pouquinho de Donkey Kong 64.Participantes:Jeje PinheiroHeitor De PaolaAssuntos abordados:12:00 - Arashi Gaiden28:00 - Patapon 1+2 Replay47:00 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach1:24:00 - Donkey Kong 64Vai comprar jogos na Nuuvem? Use o link de afiliado do Overloadr!Use nosso link de filiado ao fazer compras na Amazon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

又到了七多圈组合每年的惯例节目 —— 日本娱乐圈盘点！2025 年的上半年，日本娱乐圈可谓是 “风云变幻”，各种大瓜不断，让人目不暇接。三件大事——不伦恋、杰尼斯崩塌、法制咖？你以为田中圭是老实人，可他居然出轨！你以为永野芽郁是纯情少女，可她居然干出这种事？！中居正广、国分太一、田原俊彦等人又塌了什么样的房呢？咱们一起来看看，日娱上半年，都有哪些劲爆内容吧！更多精彩内容，欢迎收听本期节目~主播 / 相征 嘉宾 / 第七、多多音频后期 / 陆凯BBBBUDDHA音频上传 / 恬恬-本节目由深夜谈谈 Midnight Network出品 -Playlist:01:42:19 / Aimer - ONE AND LASTTimeline:00:01:13 / 伊豆之旅报名啦！00:07:19 / 日娱上半年三大事00:10:02 / 第一趴：不道德00:24:11 / 永野芽郁的仙女哭泣00:35:47 / 出轨事件00:44:29 / “我们家的床很适合你”00:48:35 / 韩娱的乱是真的乱00:57:52 / 综艺性骚扰01:11:04 / 日本综艺的低级趣味01:16:08 / 佐佐木希不离婚01:23:28 / 第二趴：杰尼斯01:27:14 / 受了中居正广的恩惠01:36:26 / 内娱四字女星01:38:11 / ARASHI大内夜市近期上新！大内人气玄学嘉宾张无梦为女性量身打造4款文玩手串，旺金财运、金玉良缘、扶摇直上、顺遂安然，电子木鱼弱爆了！物理配饰积功德，玄学朋克，硬核转运！微信搜索「大内夜市」即可购买！2025年FUJI ROCK后の复苏计划现已开团，快来感受伊豆半岛的浪漫之约，相征&Miya伉俪组带队，带你走近川端康成的小说里，享受一场文艺与自然的双重疗愈，具体行程和购买方式还请微信搜索「大内夜市」！深夜谈谈夏季招聘来啦，本次开放岗位 设计师（全职/兼职）、线下活动PM（兼职），感兴趣的朋友们请发送求职信+简历+个人作品请发送至邮箱jobs@midnightalks.com。记得注明应聘岗位及意向城市嗷。深夜谈谈播客网络旗下播客：大内密谈、枕边风、空岛、随便聪明、淮海333-你还可以在这里找到我们：小红书：@深夜谈谈、@相征terry、@miyaB站：@大内密谈midnightalks视频号&抖音：@深夜谈谈微博：@大内密谈 微信公众号：大内密谈 商务合作邮箱：biz@midnightalks.com加听众群：加深夜谈谈子微信（微信号:SYTT-midnightalks）并回复【听众群】即可进群。

In this episode, we're hitting the mean streets for a killer crime film by way of Japan, thanks to Dustin's pick. So join us as we check out Kinji Fukasaku's Japan Organized Crime Boss from 1969. Harkening back to our prior format, Dustin delivers a whirlwind overview and history of the yakuza subgenre. Jason digs in with the aesthetics of the film and how well they build the atmosphere. But before all that, Jason makes it back to the theater for a big horror franchise revival and Dustin digs further with Arrow's J-Horror Rising box set. And so much more! Part of the Prescribed Films Podcast Network (www.thepfpn.com) What We've Been Watching: -Jason: Final Destination Bloodlines (2025) & Mountainhead (2025) -Dustin: Inugami (2001) & St. John's Wort (2001) & Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985) Show Notes: -Japan Organized Crime Boss Trailer -Go check out all the other fine shows on the Prescribed Films Podcast Network -Related Film: Battle Royale -Related Film: The Hunger Games -Related Film: Sinners -Related Film: Final Destination -Related Film: Final Destination 2 -Related Film: Final Destination 5 -Related Series: Succession -Related Film: The Onania Club -Related Film: The Human Centipede (First Sequence) -Related Topic: Land Between the Lakes -Related Topic: Dogman -Related Film: Dogman Territory: Werewolves in the Land Between the Lakes -Related Topic: Inugami -Related Film: Curse of the Dog God -Related Film: Gunhed -Related Topic: Visual Novels -Related Film: Halloween: Resurrection -Related Film: Hellraiser: Hellworld -Related Game: Resident Evil -Related Film: Evil Dead Trap -Related Film: Existenz -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives -Related Film: Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood -Related Topic: Yakuza -Related Film: Battles Without Honor and Humanity -Related Topic: Japanese New Wave -Related Topic: Seijun Suzuki -Related Film: Tora! Tora! Tora! -Related Film: Shogun's Samurai -Related Film: Message From Space -Related Film: Virus -Related Film: Makai Tensho: Samurai Reincarnation -Related Topic: Heroic Bloodshed -Related Film: Zero Woman: Red Handcuffs -Related Film: Lady Snowblood -Related Film: Star of David: Beautiful Girl Hunter -Related Topic: Bakuto -Related Topic: Kunisada Chuji -Related Film: A Diary of Chuji's Travels  -Related Book: The Yakuza Movie Book -Related Film: Drunken Angel -Related Film: Hana to Arashi to Gang -Related Topic: Borderless Action -Related Film: Gincho Wataridori -Related Films: Kenju Burai-cho Series -Related Film: Jinsei Gekijo -Related Film: Red Peony Gambler -Related Film: Otoko no Monsho -Related Film: Tokyo Drifter -Related Film: Branded to Kill -Related Film: Inflatable Sex Doll of the Wastelands -Related Film: Akumyo -Related Film: Zatoichi -Related Films: Abashiri Prison Series -Related Film: Yojimbo -Related Topic: Japan Student Uprising  -Related Films: Toru Murakawa's Game Trilogy -Related Film: Yakuza Deka -Related Film: The Street Fighter -Related Film: Sex and Fury -Related Film: Female Yakuza Tale -Related Film: Yakuza Wives -Related Film: The Man Who Shot the Don -Related Topic: Gokudo -Related Topic: Toei's V-Cinema Series -Related Film: Onibi -Related Film: Suit Yourself or Shoot Yourself -Related Film: Rainy Dog -Related Series: Takeshi's Castle -Related Series: Most Extreme Elimination Challenge -Related Film: Sonatine -Related Film: Hana-bi -Related Film: Outrage -Related Film: Beyond Outrage -Related Film: Outrage Coda -Related Topic: The Cold War -Related Topic: Yamaguchi-gumi  -Related Film: Song of the Night: Harbor Town Blues -Related Film: Sympathy for the Underdog -Related Film: The Battle of Algiers -Related Topic: Radiance Films -Related Film: A Fugitive From the Past -Related Film: The Fall of Ako Castle -Related Topic: 47 Ronin -Related Film: 47 Ronin  -Related Film: The Last House on the Left -Related Film: City of the Living Dead -Related Film: StageFright -Related Film: The Church -Related Film: The Sect -Related Film: Cannibal Apocalypse -Related Film: Cannibal Ferox Next Time: The House on the Edge of the Park (1980)

Mai 2025 - Numéro 65 : ・Les nouvelles de l'équipe ・Les sujets d'actualité : Nouvelle loi pour les clubs à hôtes, point sur l'Expo Universelle, nouvelles restrictions pour les vélos, fin du boys band Arashi, polemique sur le riz, etc. ・Les recommandations L'équipe Gaijin San : Vincent (@Vince_Tokyo), Nicolas (@Ryo_Saeba_3) et Amaury

After an unexpected hiatus filled with personal challenges, Sarah and Panic are back for a jam-packed catch-up episode brimming with news, plans, and fan adventures!The K-pop landscape is evolving rapidly as Monsta X makes a triumphant full-group return following their staggered military enlistments. We dive deep into how military service transforms idols' perspectives, noting that these mandatory breaks often become crucial reflection periods where performers reassess their careers and futures. The revelation that sent us into absolute shock? Arashi's unexpected announcement of their reunion activities leading up to spring 2026! We share our unbridled enthusiasm and slightly outrageous contingency plans for attending their performances – including possibly camping outside venues or traveling internationally with no guaranteed tickets. The prospect of this legendary J-pop group's comeback after their 2020 hiatus has reignited our most dedicated fan instincts.Travis Japan fans can celebrate as member Noel gradually returns to activities following his health-related break, while we also unpack the controversy surrounding girl group Kiss of Life that led to their removal from the KCON LA 2025 lineup. Between Ninomiya Kazunari's upcoming solo releases and Masuda from NEWS taking a health-related pause, the J-pop world remains as dynamic as ever.The episode concludes with Panic's detailed chronicle of waiting two hours for the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck – a tale of determination, strategic line positioning, and the unspoken rules of merchandise purchasing etiquette that every true fan understands. Whether you're planning concert attendance strategies or navigating merch lines, this episode celebrates the dedication that connects us all as music fans.What lengths would you go to for your favorite artists? Share your stories and join our community of passionate music lovers who understand that being a fan is more than casual listening – it's a lifestyle!Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

来春のコンサートツアーをもって活動終了を発表したアイドルグループの「嵐」活動休止中の人気アイドルグループ「嵐」は６日、有料ファンクラブ向けサイトなどで、来年の春ごろにコンサートツアーを行い、グループとしての活動を終了すると発表した。 Popular Japanese pop group Arashi has announced that it will end its activities after holding a concert tour around next spring.

Summer nostalgia hits different when it comes with a side of hope for devoted J-pop fans. Sarah and Panic serve up a deliciously meandering conversation that begins with seasonal treats but evolves into something much more exciting for Arashi followers.Remember those perfect Ben & Jerry's flavors that disappeared from freezers forever? We take a deep dive into the "Flavor Graveyard," mourning lost treasures like Rainforest Crunch, Cool Britannia, and Wavy Gravy. The passionate debate about these frozen delights reveals how certain foods become time capsules for specific moments in our lives - and why we're still grieving discontinued pints decades later.But the temperature in the studio rises when we discuss recent appearances by Ninomiya on Japanese variety shows. During a dinner with members of Snowman, he dropped what might be the most tantalizing hints yet about an Arashi comeback. His coy response when directly asked about future concerts - "Well, I guess so. We probably should" - has us analyzing every word and facial expression. With Arashi's anniversary approaching in November, could this be the moment fans worldwide have been waiting for? From ice cream memories to concert whispers, this episode captures the bittersweet feeling of longing - for discontinued treats, for travel adventures, and for the return of beloved performers.What flavor memories transport you back in time? And are you ready for what might be the most anticipated comeback in J-pop history? Share your thoughts and subscribe to join our music-loving community!Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Ready for a musical journey through the diverse world of STARTO talent? From the heart-fluttering sweetness of Travis Japan's "Say I Do" to the intense, passionate declaration in SixTONES' "BARRIER," each track reveals a unique artistic identity worth exploring.The episode marks a joyful return to our roots, as we've long championed these artists since our very first podcast focusing on Arashi. Now, with streaming services making music more accessible globally, we're thrilled to highlight how groups like timelesz are reaching significant milestones—over 5 million streams and 1.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify already!We couldn't contain our excitement discussing Hey! Say! JUMP's "SUPER CRUISIN'" with its perfect blend of pop, hip-hop, and rock elements, or WEST's explosively fun "WEST SIDE SOUL!" that captures their vibrant Kansai spirit. Each song creates a distinct atmosphere—from romantic cherry blossom picnics to high-energy arena parties—while showcasing the incredible vocal talents and production that make STARTO artists stand out.What makes this episode particularly special is how these five tracks form a perfect playlist progression, starting gentle, building in intensity, adding an anthemic energy, cruising along, and ending with an all-out celebration. Whether a longtime fan or new to these artists, you'll discover something to love among these diverse musical offerings.Travis Japan: Instagram X YouTube Say I Do (Spotify) #HollywoodTJ Dream Episode  Electrifying New York Performance EpisodeSixTONES: Instagram X YouTube BARRIER (video)timelesz: Instagram  X  YouTube  Rock this Party (Spotify)Hey! Say! JUMP: Instagram  X  YouTube  SUPER CRUISIN (Spotify) WEST: X  YouTube  WEST SIDE SOUL (video)STARTO ENTSupport the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

You've caught us in our natural habitat – Sarah and Ms Panic doing what we do best: rambling about the music we love and responding to your questions! Welcome to our March 1st edition of Rants and Ramblings, where we celebrate our birthday month alongside musical favorites like Fuma, Kenty, Suga, and more who share our March-born status.We kick things off discussing the importance of fan interaction through our feedback form (always in the show notes!) and how listeners help us understand lyrics in languages we're still learning. When it comes to being a fan, we share some heartfelt advice about patience and positivity – be ambassadors for your favorites instead of warriors, because karma works in its own time.The K-pop universe is buzzing with G-Dragon's triumphant return as his album "Ubermensch" smashes records and tops charts internationally. Meanwhile, our boy J-Hope has launched his "Hope on Stage" tour with electrifying performances that have us seriously regretting not scoring tickets! We're hoping for a livestream or theater showing to catch the magic.On the J-pop front, we celebrate timelesz finally arriving on streaming platforms and discuss XY's upcoming double single release. We tackle listener questions about how groups evolve after member departures (specifically GENERATIONS continuing as six members) and offer our take on the Japanese music industry's gradual global expansion. One listener's comment about discovering Travis Japan, Ballistic Boys, and Psychic Fever through our recommendations reminds us why we started this podcast – to introduce amazing music that transcends language barriers.Have our concert recaps sparked your interest? We're excitedly preparing for upcoming shows with Hwasa and ONE OK ROCK, so stay tuned for those episodes! Please rate, review, share, and consider subscribing to help us maintain this archive of musical conversations. Until next time, keep your musical horizons expanding!Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

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Welcome to another episode of Bushido Cast. Today we take a look at the recent Jan 2025 Balance Errata with Jason, Barry and Matt. Look out for the second half of the show on Arashi's Fanboys podcast. Enjoy! Event announcement: Daimyo of the South. Royal British Legion Portsmouth South England, United Kingdom, 27 April 2025. One round with custom short scenario. Three rounds at 100 Rice (2 lists). details on Longshanks and Discord.https://www.longshanks.org/event/23460/Start times shown: Event announcement: Daimyo of the South.Intro 30 seconds inRule book updates 2 mins Shiho Clan 12 minsSilvermoon Trade Syndicate 48 mins Ito Clan 55 mins Shadow Wind Clan (Ninjas) 1 hour 9 mins Prefecture of Ryu 1 hour 11 mins Second half of show on Arashi's Fanboys podcast.

What happens when Japanese culture meets the global stage? That's exactly what Hideaki Takizawa is achieving as he orchestrates the opening ceremonies of the IG Arena in Aichi, leading up to the prestigious Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament. We give you a peek into his hectic schedule designed to bring the vibrant tapestry of Japanese culture to audiences around the world. Also, join us as we cheer for the 88rising "Head in the Clouds" Festival in California where the group, Number_i will perform, alongside G-Dragon, DPR Ian, 2NE1, and more.On a more complicated note, the music scene faces its own set of challenges. We discuss NewJeans' legal tussle with their label, Ador, and their aspirations to rebrand as NJZ amid binding contracts. We draw parallels with the journey of G-Dragon and his plans for the 88rising Festival and a world tour. These stories reveal the intricate dance between identity, law, and creativity that artists must perform today.We also indulge in a bit of nostalgia with Hello Kitty collections and "otaku" culture. This episode offers a colorful blend of music, advocacy, and heartfelt anecdotes, promising to entertain and enlighten.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

It's time for an update on Japanese idols and how the industry is shaping since we last spoke about is many moons ago to what we are now seeing among it's fans. Whether you're a long-time fan of AKB48, Arashi, or other popular idol groups, or just curious about the Japanese music scene, join us as we take a closer look at the evolving landscape of Japanese idols and what the future holds. Check out our social media below

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Ever wondered what happens when a K-pop group like NewJeans decides to sever ties with their management? We explore the tumultuous journey of this popular group as they announce the end of their contract with ADOR and HYBE, stirring up a storm of speculation and legal curiosity. Our latest episode kicks off with our trademark banter and a spontaneous serenade, setting a lively tone before diving into the serious business of the music industry. We reflect on a past episode's hilarious misunderstanding of a "host club," reminding us all that laughter truly is the best medicine.As the conversation heats up, we dissect the complexities surrounding NewJeans' decision, touching on the potential need for the group to reinvent themselves if they pursue independence. The entertainment industry isn't always as glamorous as it seems, and we delve into how young artists navigate these tricky waters. We also chat about the mixed reactions to K-pop's involvement in traditionally Japanese music festivals, shedding light on cultural dynamics and the evolving music scene. Our discussion takes us around the globe, from the vibrant showcases in Puerto Rico to Japan's glittering year-end events.But the episode doesn't stop there! We venture into the murky waters of celebrity rumors, focusing on the enigmatic Ohno Satoshi and the relentless gossip machine. We stress the importance of credible sources while indulging in a bit of speculative fun. As we wrap up, we invite you to join our comedic journey, urging you to rate, review, and share the podcast. Whether you're in it for the laughs, the insights, or the surprising twists, this episode promises to entertain and engage with our unique blend of humor and fandom.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

What if every moment of your life felt like a scene from a musical? This whimsical idea drives our exploration into the joy of spontaneous singing, from how a G-Dragon anthem can boost your confidence to the challenges of sing-alongs during movie screenings of the much-anticipated Wicked. We chuckle at the idea of imposing no-singing policies in theaters, while also considering the cultural love for karaoke in places like the Philippines. Let's imagine how creative solutions can preserve cinema etiquette while still allowing audiences to revel in their musical passions.In the world of K-Pop, power struggles and controversies make headlines, with Min Hee Jin's resignation from HYBE taking center stage. We look at the complex web of allegations, lawsuits, and industry politics surrounding her label, ADOR, and its popular artist, NewJeans. As speculation swirls about the group's future and Min's controversial work with V from BTS sparks investigation, we delve into the precarious balance of power and artistry in this competitive industry. The drama unfolds amidst a backdrop of rumored disbandments and corporate maneuvering, leaving fans and critics alike pondering what's next.Shifting gears, we celebrate the unexpected career path of former KAT-TUN member Junnosuke Taguchi as he embarks on a new journey as a host in Fukuoka. From legal woes to entrepreneurial ventures, Taguchi's post-idol life is nothing short of intriguing. His latest endeavor invites us to speculate on his charm and talent, whether on television or in the hospitality scene. With light-hearted fantasies about interacting with him in his new role, we reminisce about his enduring appeal and wish him success in his latest chapter, all while encouraging listeners to join us in this musical odyssey through the world of entertainment.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Is media bias distorting your view of the music industry? We're shining a light on the whirlwind controversy surrounding Jessi and how sensationalist reporting painted her in an unfair light. After an exhaustive investigation cleared her of all charges, we're left asking: how much damage can a skewed narrative really cause? Discover the emotional toll such incidents can have while we send positive vibes Jessi's way and discuss the significance of standing by those unjustly scrutinized.Can we measure musical talent through awards and/or charts alone? We challenge the idea that quality is synonymous with popularity, focusing on artists like TXT who defy traditional metrics yet captivate audiences worldwide. The Grammy's may have their limitations, especially when it comes to recognizing non-Western artists and those who write their own music. We also dive into the polarizing opinions about major artists to emphasize that popularity and artistic quality are not mutually exclusive.Get ready for exciting news in the world of music collaborations and tours! We're thrilled about BE:FIRST's upcoming 2025 world tour and the successful dome tour in Japan, while also highlighting SkyHi's collaboration with Kaito from King & Prince. The rise of cross-cultural collaborations is reshaping global profiles, and we're here for it. Plus, there's a tantalizing teaser you won't want to miss—something big is on the horizon, and we're keeping it under wraps for now. Stay tuned for more updates and continue to join us as we explore the vibrant evolution of Asian pop music!Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Can you imagine the thrill of reliving 25 years of Arashi's incredible journey, especially for those who had to play catch-up during their long hiatus? We're here, riding the wave of excitement brought by their anniversary celebrations, complete with YouTube concerts and the buzz about their remastered Blu-ray releases. Dive into the nostalgia of dusting off those old DVDs and VHS tapes, while grappling with the financial conundrums these new releases present. It's a vibrant reflection on shared memories and the impact of the pandemic on Arashi's plans, especially for the fans who came late to the party.What happens when a celebrity's private family moment is interrupted by an intrusive camera lens? We discuss Kazunari Ninomiya's recent Twitter outburst over privacy issues, contrasting it with how some celebrities choose to share personal moments on their terms. The conversation also spotlights the challenges fans face trying to snag tickets for Jun Matsumoto's London stage performances, painting a broader picture of the media's relentless pursuit versus the personal boundaries celebrities try to maintain.Reflecting on gender dynamics and societal expectations, we delve into the story of a celebrity named Jessi and the broader implications of fan misbehavior. The episode sheds light on the double standards women face in confrontations, both in public spaces and under the spotlight. Through personal anecdotes and celebrity experiences, we emphasize the need for respecting boundaries and addressing the unfair blame often placed on female celebrities. This discussion aims to foster awareness and highlight the importance of boundaries, no matter one's fame or gender.Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

On revient sur l'histoire de la PlayStation, sortie fin 94 au Japon et mi-95 en France ! Pourquoi ? Mais parce qu'elle va fêter ses 30 ans dans quelques semaines et que la première console de Sony a marqué une évolution cruciale dans la perception du jeu vidéo. Toute l'équipe se replonge dans les 90s pour partager ses souvenirs de la PS1, ses jeux favoris, des anecdotes liées à son lancement en France, aux US et au Japon, etc. Mais cet épisode #48 est aussi l'occasion de parler manga avec Tower Dungeon, la nouvelle série de Tsutomu Nihei (BLAME!, Knights of Sidonia) ; anime aussi, avec “I Parry Everything: What Do You Mean I'm the Strongest? I'm Not Even an Adventurer” (c'est son vrai nom, traduction littérale du titre original japonais !) ; et bien sûr de Nintendo, avec la sortie récente de The Legend of Zelda : Echoes of Wisdom ! Pause musicale : The King of Fighters '96 - Arashi no saxophone 2 - SNK Shinsekai Gakkyoku Zatsugidan Prolongez l'expérience avec la newsletter de Thierry. Véritable extension de l'émission, vous y trouverez des informations complémentaires ainsi que des illustrations visuelles.Le billet de l'épisode 48 est disponible ici.Retrouvez toutes les précédentes publications sur thierryfalcoz.fr Retrouvez-nous sur Twitter / X, mais aussi sur Bluesky Contactez-nous pixelbentopodcast@gmail.com

“Here he comes from the sky!” Much to Nate's (“The TsuBro's”) delight, HPV3's starts its coverage of Ultraman (1966)! And Chris (“Sentai Guy”) and Jake (“The Metal Don”) have no complaints—except about Arashi being an idiot! This truly classic henshin kyodai hero series premiered as a live stage show that was lost media for a years. In this first batch of episodes, we see Shinichi Sekizawa, of Godzilla fame, co-write the origin story, an episode that retroactively gives some key Ultra lore, and several iconic kaiju. Beforehand, them HPV3 boys discuss some henshin hero news (hence why it's their longest episode yet!). They also make crazy suggestions like an Ultra series in the vein of The Office. Get your Beta Capsules ready! Vote on our nickname for HPV3's listeners! (Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1GXG_vPbi3t8DASdVEvrhgbk4OtK0krKdnSuVb1TrcSk/edit). Podcast Socials: Twitter/X: @HenshinPowerV3 The Markalite Lounge (official Facebook group) The Markalite Lounger (official Discord server) Power Rangers Legacy (Power Trip Facebook group) YouTube Channel: @HenshinPowerV3 Nathan's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathan_marchand

Can costly advertising vans spreading hate be redirected towards positive initiatives? Join us on this episode of Music Elixir where Sarah and Ms Panic confront the recent controversy involving BTS's SUGA and a DUI incident. We passionately discuss the negative use of resources and propose a more constructive approach, such as funding alcohol addiction programs and supporting victims. This episode isn't all heavy though—we segue into some heartwarming news that will leave fans with a smile.Prepare for an overload of cuteness as we gush over BTS's Jin and Arashi's Aiba Masaki teaming up on 24-Hour Television to pamper rescue dogs. Their chemistry is infectious, and their love for animals shines through, providing a much-needed dose of positivity. We also speculate on other BTS members' activities, including a potential dinner with TXT, adding layers of joy and community spirit among these beloved idols.Lastly, we tackle the wallet-busting topic of concert ticket prices, using examples like 2NE1 and BTS to illustrate the financial challenges fans face. From reminiscing about iconic tours to the rising costs of show merchandise, we provide a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape of live music experiences. We even delve into the transformation of Las Vegas landmarks and brainstorm exciting BTS-themed venues and entertainment hubs. This episode is packed with insights, laughter, and thoughtful discussion, making it a must-listen for every fan.Support the Show.Please help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Ever wondered what it's like when astrology predictions intertwine with the whirlwind world of K-pop and J-pop? Tune into our latest episode of Music Elixir, where we kick things off with personal stories about our astrological journeys and how they intersect with our multifaceted careers. Get the scoop on G-Dragon's latest developments, including YG Entertainment's surprising decision to hand over all trademark rights to his stage name. While whispers about a solo concert at Seoul's Gocheon Sky Dome circulate, nothing has been confirmed yet, but one thing's for sure: GD is gearing up for a major solo comeback before the end of 2024. Join us as we dissect these rumors and reflect on GD's incredible journey and what lies ahead for him in the industry. We also give a shout out to Jin of BTS and his new role as Gucci's global ambassador (and speculate about his runway debut.)Switching gears to J-Pop, Snow Man's latest single "BREAKOUT" has shattered records with phenomenal first-week sales, and we can't help but gush over the stylish transformations of Daisuke and Raul. Plus, don't miss our excitement about the timelesz new member auditions, set to be streamed exclusively on Netflix from September 13th. We also delve into Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry's ambitious plans to revitalize the music industry, discussing the integration of cultural industries and the global impact of platforms like Netflix. With reflections on Arashi's influence and some fun anecdotes from "VS Arashi," this episode is brimming with the latest updates, insightful discussions, and plenty of entertainment. Stay tuned to part 2 of this discussion!Support the Show.Please help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Join us on Music Elixir's latest episode, where we kick things off with the quirky new fandom name "MONSTIEZ" for BABYMONSTER. We explore its meaning and how it measures up against iconic names like MONSTA X's "MONBEBE." Along the way, Panic shares an unexpected fascination with a YouTube channel about lobster fishing—combining fun and education in the most surprising way.Curious about the latest buzz in the K-pop world? Apple TV+'s upcoming documentary "K-Pop Idols" featuring Jessi, CRAVITY and BLACKSWAN is on our radar. We chat about Jessi's candid revelations on Eric Nam's podcast and Jay Park's boundary-pushing antics, from his "McNasty" video to his OnlyFans account. Our conversation dives into why these provocative tracks captivate us, sticking in our minds despite their controversy.We also take a stylish turn, discussing XG's fashion evolution and comparing it to the iconic Spice Girls. From Fujii Kaze's new journey with Republic Records to Naniwa Danshi's Shunsuke Michieda's milestone birthday live stream, there's plenty happening in the J-pop world too. We wrap up with the intense touring schedule of SecondLady and some juicy celebrity relationship rumors that will leave you buzzing. Tune in for a lively mix of music, fashion, and pop culture insights that you won't want to miss!Support the Show.Please help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Have you ever felt like life threw you a curveball, forcing you to hit pause on your passion projects? Well, we did, and after navigating through those unexpected challenges, we're thrilled to be back with a fresh analysis of three songs from artists "old and new". First up, NEXZ "Ride the Vibe" offers a mellow and melodic experience that's quite the contrast to the usual explosive debuts. Join us as we also unpack the impact of JO1's "Love Seeker" and Number_i's "BON," both of which have been making waves since their release in May.Step into a time machine as we celebrate the infectious grooves and iconic dance moves of the disco era. Relive the vibrant energy of the 70s with us, as we highlight legendary artists like the Jackson 5 and discuss the vocal prowess of disco stars who hit those impressive high notes. We also delve into the cultural significance of timeless anthems like Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive," which has become a beacon of resilience and empowerment, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. Our nostalgic homage to disco will remind you why this genre's joyful vibes have a lasting impact on music and culture.Finally, we journey through the multifaceted symbolism in Japanese hip-hop, focusing on Number_i's latest single. Discover how traditional Japanese sounds are beautifully integrated with modern hip-hop influences in the standout "BON" We also explore the cultural references in the music video, noting the intricate symbolism and traditional instruments featured. As we wrap up, we hint at our possible upcoming deep dive into "No.O- ring-" and encourage you to rate, review, and share our podcast to keep the momentum going. Tune in for a captivating mix of personal stories, music analysis, and cultural insights!NEXZ infoInstagramXYouTubeJO1 infoInstagramXYouTubeNumber_i infoInstagramXYouTubethumb and thumber Join Finn White and Quinn Ireland for a funny and random 20-minute podcast full of laughs.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.Please help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Why does buying concert tickets feel like navigating a maze? Join us on this episode of Music Elixir as we share our frustrations and insights about the chaotic world of ticket sales and pre-sales. From the baffling phenomenon of entire shows selling out during pre-sales to the impact of fan club and TikTok pre-sales on ticket availability and pricing, we leave no stone unturned. Sarah and DJ Panic also reveal their personal strategies for managing the high costs of attending concerts, particularly in pricey cities like New York and Boston, making this a must-listen for any live music aficionado.Switching up the tempo, we delve into the ever-changing landscape of K-pop festivals and concerts. We express our excitement about upcoming events in Boston, and our success in snagging prime seats for the Epik High concert at the Orpheum Theatre. But it's not all good news; we discuss the disappointing postponements of ARIA Fest in Europe and WeBridge in Vegas, along with the eyebrow-raising ticket prices for KCON LA. These incidents open up a broader conversation about the struggles festival organizers face and the ripple effects on fans eagerly awaiting their favorite acts.Finally, we confront a serious issue affecting the concert scene: inappropriate fan behavior. Highlighting unsettling incidents involving military returnees and BTS members, we stress the importance of respecting personal boundaries at events. Our discussion underscores the severe consequences of unwanted physical contact and calls for fans to treat public figures with humanity and respect. Wrapping up on a lighter note, we send best wishes for Ninomiya's birthday and we share thrilling updates on upcoming events, including a highly anticipated streaming show on August 16th. Tune in for an episode filled with rants, updates, and heartfelt conversations.Support the Show.Please help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram If have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

The Krewe is joined by Patrick St. Michel, Japan-based writer for the Japan Times and author of Make Believe Melodies blog. Patrick shares his passion and expertise on all things J-Pop, what's popular now, where to find it, and so much more!  Are you a life-long fan of Japanese pop music? Or maybe you are looking for ways to discover more about J-Pop after hearing Yoasobi's latest hit? This episode is for you!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, YouTube, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts.  Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode (timestamps [hh:mm:ss] where you can find the code)!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan!  (00:53:00)------ Links about Patrick St. Michel ------Patrick on Twitter/XPatrick on InstagramMake Believe Melodies SubstackPatrick's Work for Japan Times------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event Calendar

Alex gets the rest of his Christmas presents, Adam has a new resolution and Alex finally finished a game!  He discusses Arashi, Adam talks up Epic Rollercoasters and we cover the sales and games you need to look for as we enter 2024

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