Anza JP Blog 3/13/09

Notice!

Here's an announcement I haven't made as yet. However, it's ready now so here it is......

I, for the first time, had the privilege of performing in a PV video for a band different than my own!! This PV is put together by some truly wonderful people.

It will be included on VAMPS-sans new single featuring KAZ-san and Lyrics by HYDE-san.

On March 13th, they'll be releasing, I GOTTA KICK START NOW. It's the PV for the cover tune of "Trouble" that I had the privilege to make my appearance.

And "Trouble" will be the new CF Image song for GEREZZA!

This was shot when Vitamin-Q was rehearsing for the AX Live show. I was nervous because I had to take off in the middle of everything to do the filming. (laugh)

The Sunday we went to photograph, the weather at the location was bad. It was bitter cold.

With my two friends from VAMPS, and the teamwork of all the people on the staff, it was a wonderful experience. I was really impressed with everyone's dedication to the project. (laugh)

My appearance turned out very good!!!

Everyone, please be sure to check out VAMPS-san's new tune, OK?!!

Look for me wearing a nice looking mini-skirt. Even I was excited when I got to wear it. (laugh)

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I made the link clickable to the CD Japan order page if you'd like to get this CD.

I foung the PV of Trouble on Youtube. I have to say that I really like this tune. And Anza looks fabulous!

VAMPS GEREZZA CM

Anza Myspace Blog 3/12/09

Reset Button.....

current mood: quixotic

Occasionally, I would like a control switch to flip sometimes when things are difficult. With me, when my emotions are unclear, I find it hard to guess which direction to take.

I'm writing about how expression plays a role in the life of every human being. There are moments when everything is wonderful and you're going ahead with all your strength, till you hit a sudden roadblock.

Words irresistibly push you to the limit, should they make you angry?

Does your body temperature rise till it almost reaches the boiling point and you feel like your head is about to explode? And in the end, is it something to cry about?

Perhaps we experience all possible sensations. People have more than enough things to effect their feelings. From unavoidable suffering to occasionally gratification.

Besides, when your being controlled like that, you continue breathing in and out......just a part of living? I wonder.

We get more wounds and each time we try to cover them up. To hide them if at all possible. But, in the end, old wounds tend to pop open......

Reset

Alas, I wish there was a button like that because I'd be pushing it every second. It would be simple if you could reset people as easily as you reset a game, right?

However, I'm waiting to see the light tomorrow. Although, I'll be muttering to myself and trying to consider all this on my day off, right?

Anza JP Blog 3/11/09

Round and Round we go.

HPP's song recording with the exception of the vocals is nearing the end. The song's main feeling is April, don't you think?.....*

Well now, on the 9th, musical Gift producer Gold-san had a launch party for the book publication, "Gift, Beyond the Time". But, there was also a Live corner I participated in and it was a real privilege.

A number from The Gift musical was sung by cast members Manabu-san who play the Osamu part,Tikako Sawada, and myself with 3 other people.

After all, we were singing in a different kind of place, but the mood hadn't changed. By the end of the song we were back in The Gift feeling.

Now, many Congratulations to producer Gold-san!!!

Tomorrow, I'll be back at it recording my song. Soon, I'll need to get some sleep. ZZZ

ZZZZZZZZ (laugh)

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*I think what Anza is saying in that one sentence, is that the song has the feeling that it will be ready for the April tour dates.*

Anza HPP Blog 3/4/09 *completed*

Once again, it's Anza (star)

There's snow on the roof! I've seen it!

The recording is also doing well and we're moving right along-x. Today, finally, my turn arrived in the studio and I was able to record some vocals.

Well well....I did have to ask what I was doing poorly~ but my shouting skills are getting much better. (laugh)

I need to keep my composure when I'm listening to playbacks, right? (laugh)

Now it's time for the photographs.


Liquid Protein D, the drink that increases your energy 100%, then doubles it. (laugh)


Here's Hiro staring at a music catalog.

I think he's itching to record, Narumi.


While I was singing the temporary vocals, they secretly took advantage of me and snapped this photo.


Break time! We take them from time to time and here's the suave Mar kicking back. (laugh)


Seriousness, the very word itself, Batch!

Continuing on, at last the news ban has finally been lifted and we can make some announcements about upcoming shows. The Live concert Tour is coming to Sendai City and Sapporo City. We'll be doing guest appearances for the band In This Moment when they come to play in Japan.

Last time we performed with them in Tokyo, and Beijing, China. The next time they would come to Japan to tour was still far off, then the members of In This Moment gave us a call and said they were coming back. That was really great news~!

After such a long time, I'm really going to enjoy meeting you all again. And I can't wait to see your magnificent Live Shows! I think it's going to be an exciting 3 days!! Please be sure to come and see us, OK? (heart)

There's still some more announcements to come but we have to wait till they lift the news ban. I apologize for the delay.

Tomorrow, more tenacious recording!

Post # 261

Here's a special post to celebrate a milestone for the Anza English Blog. This is my 261st post which is one more than my record at at Sera Myu News Blog. When I first started, I had no idea that I'd ever get this far. I didn't know the Japanese language at all and the characters didn't make any sense to me. But, with the help of some really cool translation programs, and the help of several friends along the way. This Blog translation for Anza became a reality.

So, To mark this great occasion, I've put together a couple 3D photocubes of some pics of Anza and myself that I've taken over the years. I hope everyone enjoys these.

Let's hope there's another 261 posts to come. Go Anza!



Photo Cube


Photo Cube

Anza JP Blog 3/1/09

Hey! How are you?

Somehow, I'm feeling energetic. (laugh)

The snow is also coming down and it feels like the coldest day of the year. That's how it is as HPP starts recording.

I have a great feeling about this. Even though we only just finished one day. That's what you're thinking, right? (laugh)

Still, it's not really my turn yet, but this member is doing more to stay involved and to contribute where I can. I'm just ready to hurry up and get on with the singing! I hate to say this, but by the time this month is over, I'll probably be tired of singing. I guess.(laugh)

We'll be concentrating on a packed live concert schedule from March to June. You know that makes me happy.

We have more announcements to make and more shows to schedule where we'll come to play and you can come to meet us. However, it'll be a little while before I can write and provide you with all the details.

HPP is extremely busy. It's huge, even for me!! Do you think I should be worried a bit?? I'm up to the task. (laugh)

We're recording tomorrow also.

Oh! I think the Pecan Sandies are excellent cookies from Nabisco.

I whole heartily recommend them!!!

They're delicious!!!

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I'm just giving my best guess on Pecan Sandies as the name of the cookie Anza is recommending. She didn't give me much to go on.

Anza HPP Blog 2/28/09

Hey! it's Anza (star)

Let's talk about the recording that started today!! We're also going to send you some of the photographs from this day.

Tuning his drums to perfection, Batch!! He's really into the fighting spirit!
And after a sudden and unexpected accident, Narumi thinks he's broken his bass guitar. Oh no! (laugh)
Here's the intro for Hiro, who will prove to be the knight in shining armor in this tale!!
And now, we see Hiro trying to repair the damage to the bass with a soldering iron. Narumi is watching over the procedure and earnestly praying that it works. (laugh)
It's my duty as your tour guide to introduce to you guitar player Mar!
Well, my assignment for today went off without a hitch! Batch is already nodding off to sleep. (laugh)

I almost didn't make it there on time. (laugh) I was given the official job as Go-fer and had to stop by the music store to pick up guitar strings and other necessities.......(laugh)

Tomorrow, we'll also be doing our best~.