Recommended Reading

Recommended Reading – February 12th, 2012

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Ray’s Picks

AKB48 – Give Me Five! (Full 34 Min PV) Plus B-Side PV’s – IXA Ready
After “Flying Get”, I’m not going to rush to make time to watch this…

30 Day Idol Challenge 11 ~Solo Idol~ – Shanimuni Paradise
Tsukiki goes with a classic choice.

Surprise! – Shanimuni Paradise
Tsukiki tries out the B-side to the most recent Morning Musume single and has a nasty reaction.

SKE48 – Koe ga Kasureru Kurai PV – Selective Hearing
This reminded me that Japan is also the home of vagina-in-a-can.

Johnny’s and Charity – Never Ending Music Power
A look at the different ways Johnny’s tries to help out others. And I don’t just mean Kame nailing every MILF he can find.

All eyes on NMB48 in the center of the ring – Janakya Mottainai
AimxAim explains why this circus-themed video mesmerizes her.

Songs by Namie Amuro & EXILE most popular for Valentine’s Day – aramatheydidnt
But is it as good as putting on some Barry White and dimming the lights?

Kitagawa considers punishing Jin – Idols and Hollywood
Some useful insights on why Johnny’s public statement is highly suspect.

GO!GO!7188 disbands due to vocalist Yuu leaving – Tokyograph
The band used to be popular among the IW crowd, so it’s a shame to see them go their separate ways.

Wow what a great performance~! The crowd really got into it, I… – Idols and Hollywood
Yeah, I have to say watching this got me all excited in a very wota way. Incredible performance from a true star!

My Favorite PVs of All Time! :) – Chuu! Sugoi! Idol
An interesting top ten of Hello! Project songs.

rhapsody-sacred: Who are you gonna choose Yamada? Fujigaya or… – Idols and Hollywood
I know what MY choice is. Even if he won’t dress up in a Megukami C-ute outfit.

Official Rivals? – My (Current) Thoughts on Nogizaka46 – Okay! Musume Time
Chiima bemoans the lack of a true rivalry for AKB48 and the wasted opportunity here.

SDN48…The end to a Sexy Era! – Konno’s Story
A wonderful tribute to the group which also keeps in mind the sales figures they maintained.

Fairies announce 3rd single at Valentine’s Day event + Fancams of the whole event – aramatheydidnt
My excitement for this is double of the last announcement. So two times zero…

Nakamaru Yuichi’s Message to Jin on Marriage – aramatheydidnt
He’s just angling to be a godfather of the baby.

Mika Orihara ~ Sabra.net [2012.02.09] – Jappydolls
One of my favorite gravure idols in a great set.