HanaB is...something very Sabby. Hope you like it...♡♡♡
簡単の言葉。本の気持ち。サブリナです。

Monday, December 26, 2011

L'Arc~en~Ciel New Album『BUTTERFLY』release confirmed!

New Album『BUTTERFLY』
8 February, 2012 Release Confirmed!!

【Limited Edition】
2CD+DVD KSCL 1927-1929 ¥4,980(tax in)
Special Package
Double Picture Label
Bonus CD: P'UNK~EN~CIEL 1st Album 『P'UNK IS NOT DEAD』
Bonus DVD content: 20th Anniversary special program 『Best Hit LEC』

【Regular Edition】
CD KSCL 1930 ¥3,059(tax in)
-Limited First Edtion -
 First Limited Special Jacket
Picture Label

<Track listing>
01.CHASE  
02.X X X 
03.Bye Bye  
04.GOOD LUCK MY WAY –BUTTERFLY Ver.-  
05.BLESS  
06.shade of season  
07.DRINK IT DOWN
08.wild flower  
09.SHINE  
10.NEXUS 4  
11.Mirai Sekai

Info: L'Arc~en~Ciel FB page

This writer had the privilege of listening to the whole album during the band's final sound check (through a special access code found in the [Chase] single and managed to record some snippets of the new songs! Will share once I figure out how to put it up... mid res tho, please support by purchasing the album!!! ^^

Monday, November 7, 2011

Perfume performs on CDTV



I like Perfume's choreography for <Spice>, esp the part where they go "はらはらするわ"〜

Gackt Short PV Release!



Anybody recognise where he's walking? Omotesando area? Or...?

Tackey & Tsubasa New PV Release!



Uwaaa~~~the PV is so beautiful!!! Love the light-up scene at the end, simply breathtaking. (*^^*)

The song is also very pretty and love how it ends with "let's go on with our hands intertwined"~~~ So sweet! (*^^*)

Saturday, October 15, 2011

Kimura Kaela's "Chocolate" on Music Station



This song makes you warm and fuzzy like a cup of hot chocolate~~~

YUI - 「Green a.live」 on Music Station

L'Arc~en~Ciel「XXX」on Music Station

Minna san! Konbanwa! Exciting news!!! I'm going to catch Laruku LIVE at Kyocera Dome this December!!! Kyaaaaaa~~~~!!!!!!! Waku-wakushiteimasuuuuuu!!!!!!!!!

Check out the MS performance of their latest single here:



I think it's a nice refreshing difference from their usual rock-out style but I'm not sure if I'm digging the Captain Jack Sparrow look so much...hmmm but no matter what, still love Hyde-sama!!! (*^^*)

Saturday, September 24, 2011

Gou~Himetachi no Sengoku (江〜姫たちの戦国〜)


I really really am loving this picture so much. For those of you who haven't watched this show, it can be hard to understand what's so nice, after all many of you may have never watched a Japanese period drama before. But in my honest opinion, it's really one of the best shows I've ever watched and one that I seriously wouldn't mind watching again and again, all 40-odd episodes of it. It has a lot of tender moments and heartbreaking ones that will open the floodgates and send you bawling but I freakin love it. If I have to sum it up, I'd say the show really has a lot of depth. And not to mention the beautiful scenery you get to enjoy as well.

PS: Really love the photo, super well taken! Love the message of hope that it reflects to me...^^

kimura Kaela's new song "Chocolate" PV preview



I really love the sound of it...Kaela san の warm vocals really draw me into her soundscape~ ^^

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Kimura Kaela's new song "Chocolate"



Love this song and the laidback feel~~~ would be nice to listen to this song on a non-working day at home slacking to the tune of iced tea/hot chocolate (depending on the weather) and the latest issue of CUTIE/Zipper/Sweet...yea you get the idea. ^^

Monday, September 12, 2011

CUTIE11月号 featuring AKB48's 大島優子


Nice cover! Really like it and looking forward to reading the mag! ^^

Perfume confirmed for Asia Song Festival 2011!

「2011 Asia Song Festival」に出演決定!!
[開催日] 2011/10/15(土)
[開催場所] 大邱スタジアム(韓国)
[出演] Perfume/SUPER JUNIOR/少女時代/何潤東(ピーター・ホー)/古巨基(レオ・クー)/周筆暢(チョウ・ビーチャン)/タタ・ヤン他
[公式HP] http://asf.kofice.or.kr/
 ※詳細は「Asia Song Festival」公式HPをご覧下さい。

*Info from Perfume's official website.

Sunday, September 11, 2011

L'Arc~en~Ciel「XXX」2nd 20th L'Anni single coming soon!


New L'Arc single out on 2011/10/12
Limited Edition w/ DVD (cover photo above) and Regular Edition available


Track List:
  1. X X X
  2. I'm so happy -L'Acoustic version-
  3. X X X (hydeless version)
  4. I'm so happy -L'Acoustic version- (hydeless version)

向井 理 in Spring 10月号

First got to know him in Gou~Himetachi no Sengoku. His character is Tokugawa Hidetada, the eventual 2nd Tokugawa shogun and Gou's husband. IMHO, he pulls off the character really well, acting nonchalant but is in fact very smart and well versed in the undercurrent of the politics of the times.

The fact that he's cute and has mesmerising eyes only helps his cause further haha. Please look out for him in Gou and future shows too. (*^^*)





























posted from Bloggeroid

Friday, September 2, 2011

Couldnt sleep til 130am.



This harmless looking drink kept me up way past my usual sleeping time on a work night! =.="

posted from Bloggeroid

Friday, August 26, 2011

Recochoku users rank ayu songs~


The Ayu song whose lyrics I sympathized with
#1 A Song for XX
#2 Days
#3 MY ALL
The Ayu song I want to hear in the summer
#1 BLUE BIRD
#2 July 1st
#3 Greatful days
The Ayu song that made me cry the most
#1 Days
#2 You were…
#3 HEAVEN

My personal ranking:
The Ayu song whose lyrics I sympathized with
Replace
The Ayu song I want to hear in the summer
Greatful days
The Ayu song that made me cry the most
Who...

What's yours? 

Monday, August 22, 2011

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos screening in Singapore


Rating: NC16

LANGUAGE
Japanese Dub with English Subtitles

SYNOPSIS
FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST: The Sacred Star of Milos (Movie)
Year: 2 July 2011

Introduction:
Crossing ages, a new “FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST” is back! Hiromu Arakawa’s mega hit comics “FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST” which sold a series total of 50 million copies. The original comics tells the story of Edward Elric, a young alchemist with the nickname of “FULLMETAL” and his arduous journey with his younger brother Alphonse Elric has garnered a huge fan following. The television animation, “FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST Brotherhood”, timed to end together with the comic series was also a big hit not only in Japan but also in more than 45 countries. This widely popular media-spanning title, is once again returning to the big screen in the summer of 2011!

Synopsis:
Edward Elric, a youth who holds the title of “FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST” and his brother Alphonse, set out on a journey to Tablecity, a town that is along the border between Amestris and the great western nation of Creta to pursue a fugitive escaped from the Central Amestris Prison, Melvin Voyager. Ed and his brother saw Melvin using an unknown alchemy circle and thought that it might be a key to regain their bodies. But their journey is fraught with chaos from the very beginning. A strange wolf chimera on their train. A mysterious group named “Black Bats” which attacked the train going to Amestris. Melvin who appeared before them once again... And a young girl whom they ound among a group of escaping illegal immigrants, called Julia Crichton. A tragically-fated girl who was born out of this land formerly called “Milos”. Ed and Al descend upon the darkness of Tablecity, guided by Julia. There they would know the history and sighs of the people of Milos, a land at the mercies of larger nations. As the story proceeds, the relationship between Julia and Melvin comes to light. What would Ed and Al see on the blood-stained “Hill of Sighs (Milos)”? Now, the story begins.

Information: SISTIC website
DATE 
26 Aug - 4 Sep 2011 
Fri, 26 Aug, 7PM 
Fri - Sun, 12.30PM, 3PM, 5.30PM & 8PM
 

DURATION
Approx. 110mins 
VENUE(S)
Alliance Francaise Theatre
TICKET PRICE (EXCLUDE BOOKING FEE)
S$12

Book here


AKB48 新曲 「フライングゲット」PV

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Maeda Atsuko [CUTIE Aug Issue] cover girl


ZONE with "secret base~kimi ga kureta mono" on Music Fair

SPEED with "Little Dancer" on Music Fair

SCANDAL's Rina meets Silent Siren's Hina



Basically they talked about being drummers in their bands and being female drummers. Rina expressed she thinks it would be good to see more female drummers on the scene and that it will become more fashionable. Eg. Having pink drum sets or in diff colours.

She also spoke about their new song Love Survive and the coupling technique which is also used in Hikare.

posted from Bloggeroid

Maeda Atsuko in CUTIE Aug issue



posted from Bloggeroid

Dinner at Xi Men Ding again




梅菜扣肉--- 餐馆的排行第三名



太忙着吃, 几乎没时间拍! 歹勢!

posted from Bloggeroid

Nishino Kana 西野カナ translated interview in CUTIE Aug issue!


"If given a summer vacation, wanna relax at the beach~"

Summer, every year, without any reason, it's the season which we wait for. Going around the country with 17 stops in my tour, being able to meet everyone is something that I look forward to. I wonder if there are people who will visit using their summer break?

If I'm given a summer break, I wanna go to a place where I can fight against any lack of the feeling of summer. Wanna relax on a beach overseas~ If possible, somewhere with mountains or rivers where I can  reach nature.

Since summer is a season of love, if you happen to go on a drive date, I would recommend bringing along my new album 『Thank you, Love』and enjoy the fireworks.


Meals centred on vegetables, anti-aging care!

Recently, my theme has been "good things for my body". Much like a health geek (laughs). Among all, to become pretty, I think it's important to first look at changing what we eat. To maintain my lifestyle centred on vegetables, I control my cravings to eat out. While making my own meals, my feminine power is also increased, killing two birds with one stone!

Recently, something delicious I made was Soybeans with Meat Keema Curry. Although I'm used to eating just Soybeans with Meat, when you add that to Keema Curry, it's like eating minced meat, cheap and delicious. Though I'm not sure how this (diet) is working out so far, (not sure what she wrote here), but I think I'll continue with it.


Time for things I'm crazy about! Dreaming of looking for the ideal fragrance

Lately, I've been feeling strongly for my interests. I've been really into organic essential oils. Fragrances that allow you to relax. As there are many varieties out there, it's fun to search for the one you like. When you come across the essential oil fragrance you like, it'll help you sleep more soundly, taking away your sleepiness and tiredness.

And also, SABON's body scrub is also one the the things that I'm crazy about. I'm using it regularly and the skin becomes smooth. Thought it'll soon be the sweaty season, for skin care, keeping your body and face moisturised is important.


Translated by: yumeSabby


Kis-My-Ft2 with "Everybody Go!" on Coming Soon! & Mステ



Thursday, August 11, 2011

Today's my bday!!!

A year older today...but I don't feel any different from last year! Here's hoping I'll have a wiser year ahead!!! And thanks to all who posted on my wall!!! ^^d


Chanel eyelash curler - pressie from my sis ^^ (pictures taken and edited on my new iPod app, love it!!!)




Monday, August 8, 2011

Pearl and rose ring★



My colleague made this ring for me! So pretty and matching!!! Happy~★

posted from Bloggeroid

Friday, August 5, 2011

Hamasaki Ayumi (ayu) Tours will soon be in Singapore theaters!!!



Article from OnScreenAsia.com:

Ayumi Hamasaki lights up the screen in 3D

28 July 2011

Singapore - Golden Village (GV) has announced it will screen Ayumi Hamasaki’s Arena Tour ~ Next Level ~ and Rock ‘N’ Roll Circus Tour in 3D exclusively at GV Marina and GV Grand theatres, starting August.

GV Marina will screen the Japanese singer’s first full 3D digital concert, Arena Tour ~ Next Level ~, which was edited for theatre distribution in Japan in August 2010. This will then be followed by the Rock ‘N’ Roll Circus Tour, which will screen in September at both GV Marina and GV Grand.

Fans will be able to view both the concerts in MasterImage 3D and Dolby Digital 5.1, as if they are at the actual concert venue.

Both tours, which travelled across Asia, feature Hamasaki’s various costume changes and colourful renditions of numerous hits from over the years.


Comment: So exciting!!! This is the first time ayu's tour will be screened in 3D outside Japan!!! Who's going??? Cos I definitely am!!!!!!!! Anybody wanna organise an event for this?? XD

Thursday, August 4, 2011

浜崎あゆみ「Progress」audio preview





One word: AWESOME. As an ayu fan who's been following her for 11 years, I can say it's fast becoming a classic. And I can hear ayu singing from her heart, which is the reason we all fell in love in the first place. Combine that with her polished techniques now, absolutely awe-inspiring! Ayu-chan, yatta zou!!! ^^

Milky Bunny - Bunny Days LIVE



I think she's much better sticking to the fashion model routine but if you wanna get a sense of seeing your fashion mag come to life, you will enjoy Milky Bunny. :)

SCANDAL - LOVE SURVIVE PV & LIVE performances










Saturday, July 30, 2011

Shunji Matsuo icon experience



Went for haircut at Shunji Matsuo. Super nice experience! Hairstylist was a pretty japanese lady who styled my hair nicely at the end of the session. ^^ and even the shampooing was so enjoyable! Spent abt 1.5hrs there though i didnt cut much, and the hairstylist was so gentle with my hair ^^

posted from Bloggeroid

Friday, July 29, 2011

"Making of" CM for KAT-TUN's "RUN FOR YOU"

Music Station Lineup for 5 Aug 2011

NEW WORLD MUSIC
Ikimonogakari
RUN FOR YOU
KAT-TUN
Kidoairaku plus Ai
Kimura Kaela
Special Medley
Keisuke Kuwata
Chu Chu
moumoon


Looking forward to KAT-TUN and Kimura Kaela! Kidoairaku plus Ai sounds amazing! ^^

SPEED "Little Dancer" PV (short version)



Speed!!! Hisashiburi da ne~!!! ^^ And boy, are they as good as before!!! So refreshing. Hard to find a girl group these days as genuine, and talented in both vocals and dance as them. Hiroko and Eriko saikou!!! ^^

Pooh Bear at work...

At the start of the day...

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At the end of the day...

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Lol...

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

SCANDAL showcase in Singapore

SCANDAL ASIA TOUR 2011 ''BABY ACTION'' SINGAPORE

16 Sep 2011, 8pm @ Lasalle (The Singapore Airlines Theatre) 

Extracted from SISTIC website:

SCANDAL, the all girls rock band from Japan is ready to rock your world and for the first time they will be performing live in Singapore on September 16. SCANDAL with their unique brand of aggressive pop music will be here for just one night only.

SCANDAL was formed in August 2006 comprising of four high school girls who went to the same vocal & dance school in Osaka, Japan.

They started performing as SCANDAL with their unique brand of aggressive pop music. When they started, they often performed on the street of Shiroten in Osaka Castle Park.
After a while, they started performing at clubs and music halls in the Kansan area.

In March 2008, they were invited to the “Sakura-Con”, Japanese culture convention in Seattle, and they toured six cities in the U.S drawing over 7,000 fans
In July 2008, they performed at the Japan Expo in France and the Anicomi Fes in Hong Kong.

In October 2008, “Doll”, their debut single was released. Over 40 FM/AM/CS radio stations in Japan were giving “DOLL” power play airtime.

On July 17th 2009, “Shoujo S”, their 3rd single was released which ranked 6th in the first week on Oricon chart, and 5th on Reco-choku Chakuuta Full (Full music ring tone provider) weekly chart.
On October 21st, “BEST★SCANDAL”, their first album was released and this time it ranked 5th on the Oricon chart. This is the first time in over 7 years that a band is ranked in the top during the first week of their album release. In 2009, the Japan Record Award for New Face was awarded to Scandal.

In February 2010, their single “Shunkan Sentimental” was placed in 7th on Oricon, 4th on Reco-choku.
They also released “Taiyouto Kimigaegaku STORY” in June. In July, they released their first ballad “Namidano Regret”, followed by their 2nd album “TEMPTATION BOX” which ranked 3rd place on Oricon.

In October, “Scandal nanka Buttobase” was released, and ranked 3rd on Oricon. In November their mini album “R_Girl’s Rock” once again caught the attention of the public.

Don’t Miss them!

Tickets @ $75 (available) & $90 (sold out)

ayu's [Progress] in MQ

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Oricon Singles Ranking Update

It's a 2 way fight between NMB48, Tohoshinki!

Day 1:

NMB48: 131654
Tohoshinki: 75687


Day 2:


NMB48: 147373
Tohoshinki: 124639


Day 3:

NMB48: 154905
Tohoshinki: 135596


Day 3:

NMB48: 205145
Tohoshinki: 141882

Day 4:

NMB48: estimated 209K
Tohoshinki: 146722

Remember seeing it in the forum, the total weekly sales should be roughly 0.8times or 1.2times that of the daily figures...




Jeweling Eyes eyeshadow by マジョリカ マジョルカ(MAJOLICA MAJORCA)

I used my Watsons vouchers ($20) so I only paid $4.50 for this eyeshadow! (UP: $27.50 but there was a discount of $3) Kyaaa~~~ can't wait to use it tomorrow~~~! ^^ Some good cheer for a Monday morning haha. Previously I posted the limited edition "Strawberry Cake" version of Jeweling eyes but seems like it's not available here...this is the next closest thing already! But I shall continue to look out for it! ^^

SMAPxSMAP VS. Nishino Kana, Mihimaru GT, Perfume and more!

SMAP x Nishino Kana



SMAP x Mihimaru GT (You have GOT TO watch this, LOL FUNNY TO THE MAX!!! Everybody also enjoyed themselves so much on the dancefloor it's wonderful!!!)



SMAP x Perfume (also super funny! SMAP doing the Polyrhythm dance wahaha I like the last part too, like they're clubbing haha)



SMAP x FUNKY MONKEY BABYS



SMAP X Ken Hirai



SMAP x Justin Timberlake



SMAP x Black Eyed Peas



SMAP x Mariah Carey (Love the stage setup - so dreamy!)



SMAP (Kimu Taku) x Bon Jovi



SMAP x Taylor Swift
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SMAP x Justin Bieber