Album and Concert Review : Joe Inoue

Joe Inoue is probably most well-known for his song "Closer" from Naruto Shippuden. He writes and performs all vocals and instrumental parts for his music. He does live broadcasts every now and then on Facebook and YouTube. 

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First off, I was surprised when I saw there was 16 tracks. I was expecting like ten, maybe twelve at most. This album is a variety of different genres which can appeal to anyone and everyone even if you can't understand the Japanese lyrics. "Loner Boner" was a bit awkward to hear at first, but it's now one of my favorites. My top favorite from this album has got to be "Krd". I saw Joe's video commentary about the meaning of the song and thought it was unique and beautiful how he wrote it. 

Pierrot's Rating : 5 of 5

Track Listing

Magic

Joemanian

KRD

Boys and Girls

The One

Straight Up (Killing Me)

Morning Light

Living Dead

Zawawa

Sandomeshi

Funk (Like It's a Sport)

Puck You

Parents

Loner Boner

Panic Attack

Rain

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Joe Inoue : Live at Izumicon 2017

First of all, I'd like to say seeing Joe Inoue perform live was a dream come true for me. Although I hoped to hear him perform songs from his new albums,  I thought his set list was pretty good and I knew a good amount of the songs he sang. The acoustic version of "Krd" was definitely a highlight of the night. There were some sound issues, but nothing tech couldn't fix in seconds. In between songs, he interacted with the audience. From most of the concerts I've seen in the past, not many people have done that.  He performed "Closer" as his finale and even went live on Facebook for his fans. It was a great way to end the show.

~Connect with Joe~

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Naruto Shippuuden Uniqlo OVA (Spoilers!)

The song is:
Mayonaka No Orchestra by Aqua Timez

JPOP Video of the Day!

My Answer by SEAMO

I think I'll copy his answer ^^

»English Lyrics«

Even you can't do it now, don't stress, don't give up.
Just go at your own pace.

The reason why we're here is because God made us
It's all part of his test so it can't be easy
How will you solve it?
Ethics? Science?
You should be able to work it out for yourself
This is what life is all about
So why not give it a go?

We always worry about solving our own problems.
There isn't just one right answer,
So keep looking for yours

Even you can't do it now, don't stress, don't give up.
Just go at your own pace.

I ask the sky and the sea, do you wonder like me too?
I ask the wind, the sun, do you cry without anyone noticing too?
There's nothing to be afraid of, it's just another battle that we fight!
I'm already covered in scratches everywhere, but that's just the way life is.
Just keep drawing your life, there's no need to use an eraser,
You only need one goal

We always worry about solving our own problems.
There isn't just one right answer,
So keep looking for yours

Even you can't do it now, don't stress, don't give up.
Just go at your own pace.

On a blank piece of paper
I write about what the future will be like
But no one really knows the truth
That's why you need your own answer

If I were from the future, maybe I could teach the current me:
"Change your hard work into confidence
And keep trying until you reach your goal"

Even you can't do it now, don't stress, don't give up.
Just go at your own pace.

http://www.jpopasia.com/lyrics/29405/seamo/my-answer.html

Pokemon is not dead yet!

How many of your friends have admitted to loving Pokemon as a kid? Just about everyone was on the Pokemon bandwagon, right? But then eventually, like all fads, Pokemon (in the US) faded into obscurity. Diamond/Pearl series is only for hardcore fans of Pocket Monsters (and elementary school kids). But in Japan Pokemon is just another anime. It has a following similar to Dragon Ball Z or other long-running series'. Why else would Japan make a whooping 660+ episodes?

Pokemon is far from being old-news to enthusiasts in Japan. And because of that, many Pokemon crossover videos have surfaced on Nico. Check some of them out!



Clannad - Pikachu Daikazoku





Naruto Shippuuden Op 2 - Pokemon Diamond/Pearl Style





Ash Ketchum Fukkireta






So my (and Ash's) advice for you? Don't underestimate the popularity of Pokemon!


-chansu

Asuma is the man! (Contains old Naruto Shippuuden spoilers)

I haven't been keeping up with Naruto Shippuuden. I sorta fell off the Naruto boat years ago because I thought it was a generic mainstream shounen anime. But long story short I got back into it and I'm now catching up like wildfire!


I know that I'm late in saying this but Asuma is the man!
Do you guys remember when Asuma took on an Akatsuki member and :( was defeated. He was an all around cool guy and I'm sad he's gone well here's a tribute. Thanks to youtube user FotonBurst!'



You will be missed man!