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Ayaka's History 2006-2009 (ALBUM+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version)
Ayaka's History 2006-2009 (ALBUM+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version) DVD Region 2
(1)Our Price: US$50.75Related promotions:October 7, 2009 Goodbye for now but not foreverCD one has all her singles!
Not much to say since most of you probably have heard them. but here they're on one cd!
CD two contains fans selected through a survey + piano version of Minna Sora No Shita, it's to die for. I love the song so much and the piano version is great so I'm really happy it's included!
Also the songs: 夢のカケラ (Yume no kakera) and ブルーデイズ (Blue days) - two of my other fave Ayaka songs are on the cd!
However I missed some songs.. like ライラライ (Lailalai). but you can't get it all (^__^;;)
Anyway Ayaka has one of the best voices in Japan, and in the world.
And this is not goodbye forever but a goodbye for now.
This is a perfect album and I choosed this version because of the dvd with all her promotion videos.
Also if you are keen on Ayaka here is you chance, also if you want good music both lyrics and music, also if you want to listen to a voice that is both powerful and clean, here is your chance.. You'll fall in love!! (^__^)Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
All the BEST! 1999-2009 (First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version)
All the BEST! 1999-2009 (First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version)
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September 15, 2009 Could it be any better?It's their 10th year already, and this 5x10 album is a perfect gift for all fans.
All their singles are on this album (except the latest one Everything - guess it will be on a upcoming album).
They have also chosen 10 songs they like, that will say on the LE. I love it, since many of my fave songs are on it but well..I miss some, then again I have them on their other albums so it's ok.
The LE comes with a photobooklet, with really nice photos of the stormy boys.
Their 5x10 song is amazing, I cried the first time I heard it.
They have written it by themselves and it's a gift for all fans, Arashi really knows how to make their fans love them even more!
The normal edition comes with a bonus track, I think it's called Attack it(?!)
It's a great up-tempo song.. And love Sakurap!!!
Therefore both NE and LE is a have to have...
The 10 extra songs is ONLY on the LE.
It's a great album and it's a have to have for all fans!
Also if you are curious about Arashi this album is a good start since it includes all singles!
I'm looking forward to their tour and 11th year!!!
Arashi Arashi for dream... (^__^;;)Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Girls' Generation 2nd Mini Album - Genie
Girls' Generation 2nd Mini Album - Genie
(19)Our Price: US$11.49List: US$16.99Save: US$5.50 (32%)Usually ships within 1 to 2 daysRelated promotions:August 3, 2009 Good but not greatI havent and I'm not a huge fan of them, however they have songs that sell.
Genie isn't half as good as Gee, but still it's a song with a spec rythm that makes you remember it and make you want to listen to it again.
I like Jessica's and Onew's (Shinee) song 1 year later, should I call it a sad love song maybe..?
They have a more tough image for this one, rather than the cute side they have shown far.. SNSD is on their way to become woman's generation maybe?!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Big Bang - 2009 Big Bang Live Concert : Big Show (3-Disc) (Korea Version) (Poster In Tube)
Big Bang - 2009 Big Bang Live Concert : Big Show (3-Disc) (Korea Version) (Poster In Tube) DVD Region 3
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July 21, 2009 Cd was great DVD is even betterI loved the live cd.. but the dvd is so much better!!!
I wish I'd seen it live. The boys are really great!!
They are really great when it come to live performance, sometimes I like their live versions much more than their studio ones..
and this one is one of them!! it's TOP class!
It's not only 1 concert, it's 2 concerts!!
What more can you ask for??
also it comes with a lot of extra stuff, and sub... ;)
my fave songs was 하루하루 , 천국 (MY HEAVEN), 나만 봐라봐 ,아무렇지 않은 척 , 오.아.오 ,마지막 인사!!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
SS501 - Collection
SS501 - Collection
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July 21, 2009 Great!They are back, Dubble S 501 aka SS501
All of them are back, and with solo-songs! :)
They have been absent for some time, and I think this will be the last for some time...
However it's a great cd, one of the best so far, and it's all in Korean! :)
My fave song is leader Hyun Joong's 제발 잘해줘 (please be nice to me)
I like the sound and lyrics.. it's a great solo and it fit Hyunjoong a lot! :)
The other solo I also like is YoungSaeng's 이름없는 기억 (Nameless memory).
To top it off it also come with group song called: 비겁하지않겠어 (I Won't Be a Coward)Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
again (SINGLE+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version)
again (SINGLE+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version) DVD Region 2
(2)Our Price: US$20.25Related promotions:June 21, 2009 YUI is backYUI is finally back after!
It's up-tempo kind of song, a bit rocky.
The lyrics and music are great.
And also the slower song "Sea" is really good. since I got it I have been playing it over-and-over again.
I'm just waiting for what's coming next.
If you like YUI then this is a MUST have!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Dream (ALBUM+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version)
Dream (ALBUM+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version) DVD Region 2
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June 21, 2009 AwsomeYuna is back with a new album, and she tries various kinds of music and style.
And she managed to pull it off! Her voice is strong and just amazing.
This is probably her best album so far.
The song 今でも 会いたいよ･･･ is my fave song. (track 2)
She was featured on the one with Spontania called 今でもずっと. Now is the other way around and Yuna is singing the major parts.
Same music but different lyrics. I really like this version, its more up-tempo!
Also her first English song is on this one. where she call herself Christine (her English name).
It's an english version of 恋はgroovy x2 and in English it's simpy called Groovy x2.
It's a must have album for 2009!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Ashita no Kioku / Crazy Moon - Kimi wa Muteki - (SINGLE+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition A)(Japan Version)
Ashita no Kioku / Crazy Moon - Kimi wa Muteki - (SINGLE+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition A)(Japan Version) DVD Region 2
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May 29, 2009 They have done it once againI loved their last single Believe, but I love this one even more, at least the song called 明日の記憶 (Ashita no kioku - Memories of tomorrow)
The song is sad, yet it shows there is a future. I love that it's a ballad and I love the sound and lyrics.
First time I heard it I fell for it and couldn't wait until the full single would be released. And now when it is.. it's a song that is going round and round on my mp3.
Crazy Moon～キミ・ハ・ムテキ～ (Crazymoon - Kimi wa muteki) I'd say it's a more typical Arashi song!?
Uptempo and has a great dance.. I guess Aibachan had some trouble to follow it.. but I've heard it reminded him of his old days..!!
It's a song that grows on me more and more.. still I need more time.
I choosed LE A because of the PV for Ashita no Kioku, I love the pv.. it's simple but says a lot!!
a must have.. and I hope this will be on the top 10 at the end of the year when they count all the singles of the year because this is absolute one of the best songs so far!!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Super Junior Vol. 3 - Sorry, Sorry (Version C)
Super Junior Vol. 3 - Sorry, Sorry (Version C)
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May 26, 2009 Version C is much betterI didn't like Sorry sorry so much, it felt like mixes of old western songs..
however it has become a bit like a drug since it has been played a lot since it was released.
The version C includes 4 new songs..
2 of them I totally LOVE! Because of those 2 songs I decided to buy the whole album.
I'm talking about track 3 너라고 (It’s You) and 4 사랑이 죽는 병 (Love Disease).
It's kinda fun in a way since the lyrics are totally different.
One is about.."It's you" always and forever, no matter what.. so to say.
While the other one is about a break up and time to move on and not wanting to go back at all!
Track 5 첫번째 이야기 (Love U More) is written by members Sungmin and Ryeowook (one of my fave members) however.. the song is nice and all.. but it didn't go straight to my heart like track 3 & 4.
Track 3 is the title track for this new version, a version I like much more than A & B!!
Of course it also includes the other songs that was on A & B, however these new songs makes this album worth to buy!!
However is this version the last?
Who knows if a D version will be released too.. and what will it include? a dvd maybe? ^^;;Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Koi no ABO (SINGLE+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version)
Koi no ABO (SINGLE+DVD)(First Press Limited Edition)(Japan Version) DVD Region 2
(3)Our Price: US$21.75Related promotions:May 12, 2009 Not my cup of teaKoi no ABO, sounds strange? or at first it did, then I heard the song and understood what they meant.
However sure the song is catchy, a NEWS song, but..hmm.. it's not so great as I though it'd be.
Actually it feels like an old school kind of song...with a re-make touch.
I have been longing for a new song, but lately the NEWS boys are just disappointing me. this song is included in that disappointment... (_ _;;)
I know that blood types matters a lot in Japan and Asia, and even write a song about it, kind of fun, and it sells these days.
It's a fun thing but a HIT?! I'd say no.
Reason to buy is to support the boys, and the dvd is awsome...makes you want to see the full concert and a nice booklet.
But it's kind of expensive too!! so well.. buy now or wait for the next..I guess that depends on how much you want to support them!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Younha Vol. 3 - Part A: Peace Love & Ice Cream
Younha Vol. 3 - Part A: Peace Love & Ice Cream
(3)Our Price: US$12.99List: US$18.99Save: US$6.00 (32%)Usually ships within 7 daysRelated promotions:May 6, 2009 a softer side of YounhaI love her voice, she is probably one of my fave K-pop artists, Her Japanese albums and song are also good but I prefere her singing in Korean.
It feels like her 2nd album was just released, however over 6 months has already passed.
This album is totally different from her last album. Now Younha shows a more soft and sweet side.
Like the title Peace, Love and Icecream...!
However it's called Part A so I wonder how part B is going to be. + when will it be released?
My fave tracks are Peace love and icecream, Break Out, 사랑하다 and Luv U Luv U Luv U!
Also a happy surprise was the Korean version of My song and I.
But somehow I'm still stuck on the English version, but the Korean is also great!!
She really proves that she can do both rock and ballads, which is great. She has a strong voice but it can also be gentle!
AND not to forget she is only 21 years old!!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Big Bang - 2009 Live Concert : Big Show
Big Bang - 2009 Live Concert : Big Show
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May 2, 2009 Best live so far?Really fast!!! The concert was held a few months ago only.. and the live album is already out!!
I don't know what to say..Their live album is better than their studio ones!?
Really if you haven't heard them live, here is you chance!! these boys are great live performers!
I was a bit disappointed with their 2nd live album though, but what a GREAT comeback! What an album!!
I'm so looking forward for their live dvd for this concert!!
They used 하루하루 as opening, great choice and I love the song, music + lyrics..
and it continued with 천국.
I have to say that Strong Baby has not been a fave track of mine, but it sounded really nice LIVE!
But my all time fave songs during this concert was 나만 바라봐 and 아무렇지 않은 척.
They used mostly new songs and not so many old.. I missed some of them but it is def. a great live album.
The concert ended with 거짓말!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
ARASHI Around Asia 2008 in Tokyo (Japan Version)
ARASHI Around Asia 2008 in Tokyo (Japan Version) DVD Region 2
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March 31, 2009 AAA2008 = Best concert so far!!Amazing, Great success, Wonderful... no words can describe how great this concert was!!
Of all concerts with Arashi this one is def. the best so far!
It was an amazing show, and I'm so sad I missed it live!! (_ _)
The concert was at the national olympic stadium and over 70 000 fans x2 saw it.
The show/concert was filled with cheers and smiles.
They had fireworks, water fountain and not to mention 50 000 ballons!!!
It is the concert with most up-tempo songs, and it also featured songs from various singles, you can say some more unknown songs unless you have heard them all!
For me it was a happy surprise and also that they performed "old songs" such as: とまどいながら, イチオクノホシ and 明日に向かって吠えろ.
Also since I missed DAL concert I was really happy to hear: シリウス.
Re(Mark)able has to be one of the IT songs. it made me so pumped up! also truth and 風の向こうへ was fun to see live, since they were new songs at that time.
You can really see that the members of Arashi has a great bond, greater than many other bands.
Ie. Riidas mic didn't work and Matsujun just handed over his! (during 言葉より大切なもの)
Also, I loved Sho's part during 素晴らしき世界. and Nino playing the piano during his solo.
Matsujun showed a smexy and rocky part during his "Tell me what you wanna be"!!
What else... rain!! riida and Aibachan jumping into the pool, they used the stage as a water slide..
them running around the arena~~
Riida saying it's cold after coming out of the pool however he still only had swimming shorts, flipflops and a towel...haha
Riida finally got the words right - Zekkouchou chou..(during the MC) we have been waiting for years havent we!!but well it is supposed to be Chou Zekkouchou ^^
and their talk about Maou..haha.. Sho's family was stuck infront of the tv - and Sho asked his mum to make dinner for him and then the others made fun of Sho ^^, Riidas dad "cried a bit" because of Maou..haha, Riida telling that his walking was a bit off since he had been on a fishing boat for so many hours between shooting ^^ + The others wanted Riida to take them fishing when Maou was over and they joked about Sho never caught a fish before ^^
Besides from the concert we also got a small documentary from the tour and making Re(mark)able!
They boys had to sing/rap really fast ^^
This dvd is a MUST BUY.. !! You won't regret it!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
The Secret Code (Jacket A)(ALBUM+DVD)(Japan Version)
The Secret Code (Jacket A)(ALBUM+DVD)(Japan Version) DVD Region 2
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March 23, 2009 SeriouslyOkay..thanks for the feedback on a "review".. (my thoughts..)
Well.. I know the music industry well enough and know how it works... but THANK you for pointing it out ^^
HOWEVER.. I was just REVIEWING this CD!!!(my thoughts about it and nothing else...)
AND I am a bit disappointed that there wasnt so many strong songs on the album, except from the ones that already has been released!
I have been a fan of DBSK since 2003 (their pre-debut)..
But still I feel that T, Mirotic was much better albums!
This feels like a second 'O' some strong songs.. and some weak.. this "Secret code" album is NOT bad.. but it is NOT as great as I thought it was going to be, lets just say that I, ME expected more.. or hoped for more!
Of course it's hard to do a comeback after Mirotic since that album was so great... well it's not impossible but not easy.
and FOR ME.. they didn't manage to do it.
Of all the new songs (except Survivor).. the only one that some what stays a bit inside my head is "Nobody knows" and "We are"..(if it can be called a "new" song)
A GOOD album for me is when you listen to it the first time something stays inside your head. But this one.. no song except for the previous singles stays in my head...
I still support DBSK and all.. but I'm really hoping for a new album.. a greater album!!
So whatever other people thinks.. love, hate whatever.. I don't care!!
THIS is MY REVIEW. and my thoughs!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Girls' Generation Mini Album - Gee
Girls' Generation Mini Album - Gee
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March 23, 2009 Gee~~I'm not a fan of SNSD but I have to say... I love Gee! and 힘내!( (track 2)
Maybe a bit childish songs but they go into my head.. I guess it's the beat.
I can't say that the minialbum is great since I only like these 2 songs..
the others I can listen to but they are not songs that I can play over and over again.
Also, Dear mom is dedicated to Tiffany's mom who passed away, however the song is so so if you don't think about that matter.
+ I have heard Gee live but sometimes the girls have a hard time to sing all the tunes, they really have to struggle and well.. still the music is louder.
Hope to see what they can bring out next time!!
but for now.. Gee gee gee!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Davichi Mini Album Vol. 2 - In Wonderland
Davichi Mini Album Vol. 2 - In Wonderland
(3)Our Price: US$11.49List: US$16.99Save: US$5.50 (32%)Usually ships within 7 daysRelated promotions:March 23, 2009 Hurry hurryThis is really a happy and great surprise.
Davichi debuted last year and they really show that they are here to stay.
I love their title track "8282" which means hurry hurry or faster faster in Korean. the sound of mixing slow and up-tempo music and their voices are amazing!!
No wonder it got no1 spot on Music Bank and other shows.
I also like the second track 사고쳤어요, it's a slower song but still very nice!!
Lee Hae Ri and Kang Min Kyung has great voices and this is a REAL group with real voices and songs...
IF you want great Korean music...check this out!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Crossing (DVD) (Korea Version)
Crossing (DVD) (Korea Version) DVD Region 3
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March 21, 2009 I criedI saw this movie when it came out in Korea last summer.
All I can say it's a great movie, and great actors.
I have never cried this much while watching a movie. And I can say.. it was not only me.
The whole crowd was crying.
However I saw it without subtitle and I'd like to see with sub this time, since North Korean dialect is difficult to understand, even for S. Koreans!!
Cha In Pyo does a great job as Yong Soo. and so does Shin Myung Cheol who acts his son.
This story is based on a true story and that is why it makes it all even more moving and brings up a lot of emotions.
If you watch it..have tissues or something to wipe your tears off while you are watching.Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Super Junior Vol. 3 - Sorry, Sorry (Version A)
Super Junior Vol. 3 - Sorry, Sorry (Version A)
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March 21, 2009 I'm Sorry SorryTo be honest I'm disappointed.
I thought their new album was going to be another kind of DBSK's Mirotic.
I mean the boys have been busy with various things since their 2nd album and all.
I'm sorry but I can't stand their latest single "Sorry sorry".
It hurts my ears, the music has the same beat and it's so loud it is difficult to hear what they actually are singing.
I didn't like it live either!!
The songs I like on the album are 02 . 니가 좋은 이유, 04 . 앤젤라 , 05 . RESET , 06 . MONSTER, 07 . WHAT IF , 08 . 이별… 넌 쉽니.
But of all of these my absolute fave are track 6 and 8.
It's a bonus that DBSK's Uknow and Yuchun is featured on track 8.
Another happy surprise is that the KRY boys got a "solo" song on this album.
But I miss Hangeng, before it was released it was said that he wouldn't be featured so much and also in a interview he said that he has forgotten almost all Korean he USED to know.
C'mon what's wrong with all the other 12 members..don't you talk with him and help him out!?!?
It kind of shows that SuJu are too many people!!!
Looking forward to their 4th album, which I hope will be better than this!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Fly to the Sky Vol. 8 - Decennium
Fly to the Sky Vol. 8 - Decennium
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March 21, 2009 Best album of FTTSI have to say this is my absolute fave album of FTTS.
I actually like ALL songs, of course some are stronger than other however I still like all the 12 songs.
My fave is track 2. "Close to you" and track 7. "즐겨 찾기".
Also Brian's solo, track 11. 눈물아 미안해. I cried when I heard it, not only because of his voice.. the lyrics are really beautiful yet sad.
The album is mixed with ballads, uptempo songs.
A great mix. a great FTTS album!!
It's a must have!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This) -
Boys Over Flowers OST Part 2 (KBS TV Drama)
Boys Over Flowers OST Part 2 (KBS TV Drama)
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March 21, 2009 Not half as good as OST 1I was looking forward for this OST however I feel a bit ripped off.
The songs are not half as good as on OST 1.
The only song I really really like is track. 5 어떡하죠 (Ottokhajyo - what should I do) by 지선 (Jisun).
I love the lyrics and music for this track, it made me cry the first time because it brings a lot of emotions.
I also really like the instrumental song (track 12) "낯선 해".
I loved SS501's Because I'm stupied but this one is not half as good.
And why is Kara featured on the album, i can't stand them and the song is not even good, it hurts my ears. I guess they got a song on it because they belong to same record label as Hyunjoong and SS501.
And.. WHAT happened to Hyunjoong's own version of Because I'm stupied, people have been saying it was supposed to be on this Vol.2 but it's no where to be found.
아쉬운 마음인걸 (Yearning Heart) by 에이스타일(A'st1) is a bit catchy but I guess I'm hooked on it since they have been featured on the drama so much.Did you find this review helpful? Yes (Report This)
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