Just a few moments ago, a teaser picture was released of a blindfolded Yunho with a yellow backdrop. My Twitter list (at least the Cassie part of it) went crazy in spazzing. Yunho and Changmin are going to be making a 'comeback' very soon--excuse me, a Korean comeback. Much like last time when they came back for "Keep Your Head Down", I'm probably one of the few that isn't really as hyped about it. Maybe it still has to do with this whole lawsuit looming over everyone's head. Maybe it has to do with me wanting to see them comeback as five more than anything else. I'm not sure why, but this feeling comes up whenever it's HoMin's comeback. Please do remember that it doesn't mean that I hate them, it's more like I'm just not able to move on and adjust to how things are with the members like other fans have. I'd have to say also that I'm starting to not be too earger for comebacks anymore (though I don't think I ever really was). Hey...it's not like they actually went anywhere, right? They were just doing other things. And that is all good with me. ^o^ So when fans were saying that they 'missed' seeing such-and-such, I was all like: "But they haven't gone anywhere. ^^;;" Now, I would understand if they were on hiatus for many months not doing anything.
There are many, many, MANY things I'd like to say to alot of fans (even to a few people I know, but that's a different matter altogether). Of course, I can never say anything because I'd probably get flamed/bashed for it. And I do want to remain good freinds with many people. .__. I might be able to hold my own in a debate, but at the same time I think I'm not so good at it. Sometimes I'll take things to heart or I'll probably keep going until I get the last word in. Though they say that silence is the best comeback, so if it comes to that, I'll try to bite my tongue. Hey, it's kind of like taking both sides into consideration and trying to be the better person, you know?
Well, I seemed to have gone off topic on that last part, but somehow I feel like it still fits. Anyhoo, to sum things up, I'm not too excited for HoMin's comeback as others are, comebacks are just 'eh' to me, and there is alot I'd want to say, but I'd rather hold my tongue in order to maintain peace. But despite all this, if you're still willing to call me a friend or fellow fan, then I thank you very much. :3
Peace out~!
September 17, 2012
September 12, 2012
How I Became A 'Multi-fan'
I bet there are a few of you wondering how I got into Asian music in the first place (and why I love it so much)? Well, I suppose I'll tell you! Hey...it's not another rant post. XD So let's begin!
Thinking about it, my lovbe for Asian music started when I was a younger child. I'd have to say my first contact was with a Japanese group called DREAMS COME TRUE when they sang 'Eternity' for the animated movie, 'The Swan Princess'. The song was in English, but I count it. ^^ There is a Japanese version called 'The Signs of Love' as well which sounds just a good. It still didn't quite get us into Japanese music though. Then, we moved to Japan and there was an anime series we would watch called 'Akazukin Cha-Cha'. The opening was catchy, so my sister and I would attempt to sing to it. This song is called 'Kimi Iro Omoi' and we later found out that it was a cover done by SMAP. It was about 1996 when we did this. So, now we were attempting to sing in Japanese. Over the course of time we watched a few anime that came to the U.S., so we did hear a few other anime songs--VERY few. But with the help of a website (that no longer works) we were able to open ourselves to other singers. 'Yubiwa' would have to be my very first Maaya Sakamoto song...and now she's my ultimate favorite Japanese songstress. 'First Love' and 'Hikari' helped to learn about Utada Hikaru. Actually, it was 'Simple & Clean' that got us into Utada because Kingdom Hearts was coming out. We thought it was just a regular American singing it at first, but we came to find out she is Japanese-American. This was around 2002. At the same time, we heard about GACKT with his song 'Seki Ray'. It was also on the website that is no longer around. Over time, we had started hearing more and more Jpop through anime and whatnot. Recently, I came back into Jpop (more like fangirling a group) with the aid of my Jpop bias group, KAT-TUN--first with 'Rescue' and then with 'Run for You'.
Thinking about it, my lovbe for Asian music started when I was a younger child. I'd have to say my first contact was with a Japanese group called DREAMS COME TRUE when they sang 'Eternity' for the animated movie, 'The Swan Princess'. The song was in English, but I count it. ^^ There is a Japanese version called 'The Signs of Love' as well which sounds just a good. It still didn't quite get us into Japanese music though. Then, we moved to Japan and there was an anime series we would watch called 'Akazukin Cha-Cha'. The opening was catchy, so my sister and I would attempt to sing to it. This song is called 'Kimi Iro Omoi' and we later found out that it was a cover done by SMAP. It was about 1996 when we did this. So, now we were attempting to sing in Japanese. Over the course of time we watched a few anime that came to the U.S., so we did hear a few other anime songs--VERY few. But with the help of a website (that no longer works) we were able to open ourselves to other singers. 'Yubiwa' would have to be my very first Maaya Sakamoto song...and now she's my ultimate favorite Japanese songstress. 'First Love' and 'Hikari' helped to learn about Utada Hikaru. Actually, it was 'Simple & Clean' that got us into Utada because Kingdom Hearts was coming out. We thought it was just a regular American singing it at first, but we came to find out she is Japanese-American. This was around 2002. At the same time, we heard about GACKT with his song 'Seki Ray'. It was also on the website that is no longer around. Over time, we had started hearing more and more Jpop through anime and whatnot. Recently, I came back into Jpop (more like fangirling a group) with the aid of my Jpop bias group, KAT-TUN--first with 'Rescue' and then with 'Run for You'.
Another Rant Post
Gosh! It's been SO LONG since I've posted here in my blog. So much has gone on too! But I think I'll just touch on maybe three subjects that have been weighing on me...which may become rants. Yay! Another rant post! >__> I better post a fun one soon or I may bore many of you. Anyway, our first topic is:
1. "Oppa, Gangnam Style"~!
Yes, 'Gangnam Style' has become a very big hit here in the U.S. So much so that many celebs love it, he's got a contract under the same company as Beiber, and he's even been invited on various shows. Heck, his song even plays on the radio--and not just in the Northeast or the West, but in the South too. I'm really happy that PSY is doing so well in the U.S. Though it is a little bittersweet since other Jpop/Kpop artists have tried to break into the market and failed. But I do want PSY to succeed becuase it would then open a way for other Asian artists to become more known in the U.S. (and concerts could finally be held in my area). I think the reason because his song became so huge is because it doesn't give off that 'westernized' feel that other artists did when coming over here. Also, the U.S. seems to like funny things, so he fits the bill to some degree. I'd have to say that our population is quite picky with songs too. :/ I'm not quite sure why some people don't really like it because honestly, the beat sounds like it could be used in any song found here. And it's just as wacky as some of the other MVs found around. But I think that people aren't used to hearing Korean.
2. "Changmin, your hair!"
As of yesterday, pictures came out of Changmin and Yunho with a different hairdo. Yunho's looked nice, but Changmin's has stirred some complaints within the fandom. It's a short, mushroom-like cut that is dyed a light brown. Granted, it's probably not one of the styles I like, I'm not going to complain about it either. I'll just have to get used to seeing him with short hair again. I think another reason why I'm okay with it might be because Junnosuke is also sporting a hairstyle like that. It's just that his bangs are a little longer and it's two-tone colored (blonde on top and dark brown/black underneath). To me, that just means another 'connection' between my Kpop and Jpop biases! ^o^
3. "_____ doesn't sound that great compared to ______"
"I'm not going to that concert because _______ isn't gonna be there", "Only _______ is going to get my money", "__________'s songs aren't all that great as compared to ________". I've actually heard (more like read) these things on Twitter. Most of the time it's the Cassie part of my list that tends to say this about other groups, but I've also seen it out of other fandoms I follow. Even on Tumblr's 'confession' accounts (be it Jpop, Kpop, etc.) there can be harsh criticism coming from some fans. It's a little sad because I tend to be a fan of one group and the other group being criticized. Case and point: TVXQ and KAT-TUN. One time I was spamming about KAT-TUN, and then someone told me that not alot of their songs were that great and that one of the reasons they didn't listen to them much was that they didn't compare to TVXQ's voices. Another time someone told me that I shouldn't be a fan of Changmin because I liked Junnosuke. One person even said that Maaya Sakamoto's songs weren't all that great. .___. I know it's personal preference, but still.... I suppose what I'm trying to get at is try not to be an 'elitist' and criticize the mess out of another group or individual members--especially if you don't delve into their music so often. :/ Ya know what I mean?
Well....here's an update post. Until next time~! Peace out.
1. "Oppa, Gangnam Style"~!
Yes, 'Gangnam Style' has become a very big hit here in the U.S. So much so that many celebs love it, he's got a contract under the same company as Beiber, and he's even been invited on various shows. Heck, his song even plays on the radio--and not just in the Northeast or the West, but in the South too. I'm really happy that PSY is doing so well in the U.S. Though it is a little bittersweet since other Jpop/Kpop artists have tried to break into the market and failed. But I do want PSY to succeed becuase it would then open a way for other Asian artists to become more known in the U.S. (and concerts could finally be held in my area). I think the reason because his song became so huge is because it doesn't give off that 'westernized' feel that other artists did when coming over here. Also, the U.S. seems to like funny things, so he fits the bill to some degree. I'd have to say that our population is quite picky with songs too. :/ I'm not quite sure why some people don't really like it because honestly, the beat sounds like it could be used in any song found here. And it's just as wacky as some of the other MVs found around. But I think that people aren't used to hearing Korean.
2. "Changmin, your hair!"
As of yesterday, pictures came out of Changmin and Yunho with a different hairdo. Yunho's looked nice, but Changmin's has stirred some complaints within the fandom. It's a short, mushroom-like cut that is dyed a light brown. Granted, it's probably not one of the styles I like, I'm not going to complain about it either. I'll just have to get used to seeing him with short hair again. I think another reason why I'm okay with it might be because Junnosuke is also sporting a hairstyle like that. It's just that his bangs are a little longer and it's two-tone colored (blonde on top and dark brown/black underneath). To me, that just means another 'connection' between my Kpop and Jpop biases! ^o^
3. "_____ doesn't sound that great compared to ______"
"I'm not going to that concert because _______ isn't gonna be there", "Only _______ is going to get my money", "__________'s songs aren't all that great as compared to ________". I've actually heard (more like read) these things on Twitter. Most of the time it's the Cassie part of my list that tends to say this about other groups, but I've also seen it out of other fandoms I follow. Even on Tumblr's 'confession' accounts (be it Jpop, Kpop, etc.) there can be harsh criticism coming from some fans. It's a little sad because I tend to be a fan of one group and the other group being criticized. Case and point: TVXQ and KAT-TUN. One time I was spamming about KAT-TUN, and then someone told me that not alot of their songs were that great and that one of the reasons they didn't listen to them much was that they didn't compare to TVXQ's voices. Another time someone told me that I shouldn't be a fan of Changmin because I liked Junnosuke. One person even said that Maaya Sakamoto's songs weren't all that great. .___. I know it's personal preference, but still.... I suppose what I'm trying to get at is try not to be an 'elitist' and criticize the mess out of another group or individual members--especially if you don't delve into their music so often. :/ Ya know what I mean?
Well....here's an update post. Until next time~! Peace out.
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