PPP! PiXiON’s new single Shoujo Time Leap (少女タイムリープ) will be released on November 20.
This is the 3rd single from PPP! PiXiON. 2 editions are available. The CD includes 2 songs and their instrumental versions.
The short version of the music video has been released.
Nogizaka46‘s 7th single Barrette (バレッタ) will be released on November 27.
5 editions are available. The center is the 2nd generation member Hori Miona.
The coupling track Tsuki no Ookisa (月の大きさ) is the opening theme song for the anime Naruto Shippuden (ナルト 疾風伝).
Super☆Girls will release 3 singles simultaneously on December 4. The idol group is divided into 3 units to perform covers of idol songs from the 70s, the 80s and 90s.
Twinkle Veil (トゥィンクルヴェール) is consisting of Yasaka Saori, Shimura Rika, Watanabe Hikaru, Miyazaki Rina, Katsuta Rino, and Arai Reira. They perform the Christmas song Jin Jin Jingle Bells (ジンジンジングルベル).
Candy Macchiato (キャンディーマキアート) is consisting of Tanaka Mirei, Mizote Ruka, and Goto Aya. They sing Toshishita no Otokonoko (年下の男の子).
The 3rd one is a solo single by Maeshima Ami titled Sentimental Journey (センチメンタル・ジャーニー).
Check out the music videos.
Tokyo Girls’ Style and the internet label Maltine Records launched a collaboration project titled Maltine Girls Wave (マルチネガールズウェーブ).
Each member of Tokyo Girls’ Style performs a song written by some artists of the label.
The web versions of the music videos have been released. These songs can be listened to on the official website.
Babymetal posted a video message on YouTube to promote the movie Metallica Through the Never (メタリカ・スルー・ザ・ネヴァー) featuring the famous American heavy metal band.
The members of Babymetal and Metallica met last August at Summer Sonic 2013 in Tokyo. They participated in the live event with several other rock bands.
Check out the video message from Babymetal and the trailer of the movie.
Abe Natsumi Birthday Live 2013 +♪The Beating♪+ will be released on DVD on December 18.
The solo concert was held by Abe Natsumi on August 10, 2013 at Zepp DiverCity in Tokyo.
The former Morning Musume and Hello! Project members Nakazawa Yuko, Niigaki Risa, Yasuda Kei and Ogawa Makoto participated in the live performance as guests.
bump.y’s new album Pinpoint will be released on December 18.
This is the 1st original album from bump.y. It celebrates the 4th anniversary of the idol group.
The CD contains 10 songs including bump.y’s latest singles Cosmo no Hitomi and Savage Heaven.
The limited edition includes a DVD with the music videos and bonus footage.
The members of Momoiro Clover Z are going to play the leading roles in “Momoclo” Christmas Drama (“ももクロ”クリスマスドラマ).
The title of the drama has finally been revealed, it is Tenshi to Jump (天使とジャンプ).
The 2 episodes will be broadcast on NHK on December 24 and 25 at 0:10.
Hime Kyun Fruit Can’s new single Moratorium (モラトリアム) will be released on December 18.
This is the 2nd major single from Hime Kyun Fruit Can.
2 editions are available. Each one includes 4 songs. However the 4th track is different depending the version.
The limited edition comes with a bonus DVD featuring the music video and making-of footage.
All 48 groups held the 1st AKB48 Group Draft Kaigi (AKB48グループドラフト会議) on November 10 at Grand Prince Hotel Shin-Takanawa.
The 29 finalists performed River and Aitakatta. 20 candidates have been drafted by the team captains to join AKB48, SKE48, NMB48, and HKT48.
The rookies are going to enter into negotiations with their new teams before officially joining them in December.