Review by Kiyoko
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Kawa no Nagare no youni / Ai SansanHibari MisoraThe Last, But The Best
If you ask most people in Japan who they think the greatest Enka singer of all time is, they would say Misora Hibari. This disc contains two songs: "Kawa No Nagare No You Ni" and "Ai San San." Both are absolutely beautiful and have great melodies. "Kawa No Nagare No You Ni" was Misora's last hit song before she died, thus it is counted as one of the greatest Japanese hits of all time. I would definitely recommend buying this disc. Not only does it contain two classic hit songs, but it also contains karaokes, so you can sing along. Who could ask for more?
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Tokimeki Memorial 3 Moegi's Piano CollectionGame MusicAbsolutely Awesome!
All the tracks on this disc are strictly piano, so at first they all sounded the same. However, when I went back to listen more carefully, I realized that they do indeed have their own melodies and most were beautifully composed. My favorites include "Densetsu No Saka De," "Taoyakana Jikan," "Sakura No Mai Chiru Goro," and "Sunrise (Piano Version)." The disc also includes two songs: "Tasogare" by Hotaru (Chizu Kataoka) and "Sunrise" by Yukiko (Akemi Kanda). Despite their pitchy voices, I'd have to say that the songs make a nice addition to the album. Above all, I'd recommend this disc to piano and TM lovers.
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Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side Original Game SoundtrackGame musicSometimes Too Much Is Lackluster
Being a huge TM fan, you would think that I would have adored this soundtrack... But, for some reason, it was very lackluster. Not only were the tracks kind of repetitive and dull, but a lot of the instrumentals from the game were (surprisingly) missing. I was very disappointed by the fact that none of the disc's contained the "fireworks festival BGM." Each disc contained around 40 tracks. And over 20 of them were character themes. I realize that sometimes "more" is not better. There were like 8 different versions of Kei's theme and like 5 different versions of Sakuya's theme. After a while, I began to grow bored listening to tracks with the same melodies but different instruments... On the flip side, this OST isn't a total stinker. The confession themes are absolutely beautiful. And they at least had everyone's theme, including the side characters and hidden characters. Overall, I'd say that this OST is just blah. If you're a TMGS fan looking to collect all the merchandise, this is one way to go. Otherwise, you may want to think a bit before you order this disc.
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Harukana AiKaori FutenmaVery Nice.
When I first listened to this disc, I was blown away. I loved it! ^__^ The two songs on this CD, "Harukana Ai" and "Itsuka No Sora," have a nice traditional Japanese sound to them thus enhancing Kaori's great Enka-style singing. Overall, this single went all-out. It included vocal versions of the songs, karaoke versions, instrumental versions, and music sheets. How could you ask for more?
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Chiisaki MonoAsuca HayashiDefinitely Worth Buying
Let me just start by saying, "I LOVE TSUBAME NI NARITAI!" XD With its smooth and enchanting sound, Tsubame Ni Naritai is definitely Asuca's best song ever. She has a very mature voice that is almost shocking to hear considering she looks so young on the CD cover. I would have liked it better if Tsubame Ni Naritai came with a karaoke, but the Chinese version was just as good. It was actually quite refreshing to hear a different language. The correspondant, "Chiisaki Mono" is the Japanese version of "Make A Wish," the ending theme to "Pokemon: Jirachi, The Wish Maker." I think that Chiisaki Mono is just ok. It's not as enchanting as Tsubame Ni Naritai, but it's still nice to have. Overall, this is a great single that is definitely worth buying.
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Twenty Two [Regular Edition]Tackey & TsubasaA Good T&T Compilation
I bought this album mainly for three songs: "Ai Check It," "One Day One Dream," & "Sotsugyou." The item was just what I expected. (The only disappointing thing was that "Sotsugyou" was the Inuyasha version, so I had to buy their single for the original.) I gained some new favorites such as "You and I." Most of the tracks on the disk are fast-paced, and sooner or later begin to sound very similar to one another. Above all, I'd recommend this disk; it's not bad.
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Stay (Tokimeki Memorial Girl's Side 2nd Kiss Theme Song)Yuichi OhuraThe Better Opening
I was alittle surprised to see this CD considering Tokimemo Girl's Side did not release a CD single for "SIGNAL" and "Utsukushiki Sekai." However, it was definitely not a waste of money. This CD contains six tracks (three of them being Karaokes). I will admit that it's not the best single in the world, but it is nice to listen to once in a while. Ohura has an interesting voice that may take time to get used to, but once accustomed to it, you realize that the songs are really fun to sing and can very easily get stuck in your head. ^^
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Tokimeki Memorial 2 Vocal Tracks 5V.A.Kind Of A Let-Down For Tokimemo
I bought this CD expecting to be blown away with the normal Tokimemo music magic... but I guess when you expect a lot, it gets crushed a lot easier. When I first listened to this disk I thought that the songs sucked. The vocals weren't impressive at all. Most of the songs sounded like they were struggling to reach the notes, or like squeeky chipmunks. It took me several times of listening to actually begin to appreciate this CD. Some of the songs have decent melodies despite the blah singing. Ultimately, I'd only recommend this disk if you're a major Tokimemo Fan.
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TV Animation Higurashi no Naku Koro ni (When They Cry) Intro Theme: Higurashi no Naku Koro niEiko ShimamiyaBeyond Words!!
I first heard "Higurashi No Naku Koro Ni" on a EFZ music video at YouTube and instantly fell in love with it. This CD is AWESOME!! I don't care what anyone says, this disc is definitely one of Eiko Shimamiya's best. The first track "Higurashi No Naku Koro Ni" is a mysteriously enchanting song that makes for a great music video. The second song "All Alone" is no disappointment. In this song, Shimamiya continues to use an enchanting voice that works very well with the song's slow pace. I LOVE IT! And the fact that this disc came equipped with Karaokes made it even more worth while. If you do not own this disc, then you're seriously missing out!
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Tokimeki Memorial 3 Sound BlendOriginal SoundtrackAn Awesome Mini Album
Tokimeki Memorial 3 was the first of the Tokimemo series to have an opening and ending theme sung by an actual J-pop artist. I love ZARD's songs on this disc. The instrumentals made this disc even more worth while. It is definitely an awesome buy.
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Do-canMasami OkuiGood, But Not Great
There is something about Masami Okui songs that after a while begin to sound dull. I liked some of the songs on this disc such as "Shiawasette...," "Himawari," and "Eve." However, the rest are kind of boring and after a while most of the songs begin to sound the same. Overall, I'd only recommend this CD if you're a major Okui fan.
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Tokimeki Memorial 3 Hjimemashite!Mini AlbumDrama CDExactly What I Expected
Being a huge Tokimemo fan, I just had to buy this CD. Of course, the only reason why I bought it was because I was collecting all the Tokimemo 3 songs and it includes "GREEN" and "Yakusoku No Ano Sakamichi De." Unfortunately, only two songs and a few dramas won't really make this an award-winning disc. But I guess that's to be expected from a mini album.
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Tokimeki Memorial 3: Original SoundtrackGame SoundtrackThe Best Of All The Tokimeki Series
Out of all the Tokimeki Memorial soundtracks, this one has got to be my favorite. The instrumentals are much more advanced than the past Tokimemo OSTs and the melodies are nice and soothing. If you like fast, rockin' music, then this CD may not be the best for you. Most of the tracks are slow and give a calming feeling. I like to listen to this CD when I want to relax or get some stress out. Above all though, it is an awesome OST and would make a fine addition to any Tokimemo collection.
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Tokimeki Memorial: GUITAR COLLECTIONGame MusicQuite Good.
When I first bought this CD, I had expected it to be comprised of all guitar and no other instruments... But, I was wrong. Some have a blend of piano, saxophone, etc. Because the tracks contain a wide array of guitars, it never gets boring, and all the tracks were inspired by Tokimemo instrumentals. The disc also includes songs by each of the Tokimemo heroines that cannot be found on any other disc. I really do like this disc; it's great for slide show music or down time. Overall, a good buy.
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Tokimeki Memorial 10th AnniversaryMami Kingetsu, Shoko Sugawara, Shiho Kikuchi, et al.Fantastic!
The cast of Tokimemo returns on an all new CD. I can tell that this disc is good, because if you were to ask me to tell you which songs suck, I wouldn't be able to answer with ease. I will admit that I was disappointed that Rei Ijuuin didn't have a song, but the other songs were done so well that it made up for it.
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Hoshi no Kirby 64SoundtrackLike The Game, A Must-Buy!
Kirby Crystal Shards 64 is one of the best games I've ever played. Although most N64 game graphics wallow in comparison to today's games, nothing can beat their cutesy storylines and awesome music score! Kirby 64 is no exception. This soundtrack is pure fun. The disc includes two bonus re-mixed tracks that sound pretty funky. My personal favorite is the Boss Battle. If you're into N64 and Kirby, this is the soundtrack for you!!!
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GBA Pokemon Fire Red/Leaf Green Music Super CompleteGame MusicPokemon Rocks!!
Pokemon Fire Red and Leaf Green are supposed "remakes" of the original Pokemon Red, Blue, and Green versions. The instrumentals on here are really advanced and techno-like compared to its original counterparts. However, the extra instruments make it fun and cool to listen to. The first disc contains over 70 tracks worth of Pokemon-GBA-goodness! ^_^ I love listening to the VS tracks because they're so upbeat. The second disc however impressed me the most, with three very morbid yet cool re-mixes of the "Pokemon Tower," "Team Rocket," and "Pokemon Gym Leader Battle." The second disc also includes bonus tracks from the original GB games. Overall, I highly recommend this OST, especially if you like Pokemon games!
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Aitai. - passed, and next 1992-2002Megumi Ogata (em:ou)Simply Splendid!
The best Ogata compilation around! I first learned about Megumi Ogata from Yu Yu Hakusho. She did an awesome job singing Kurama's character songs, so I wanted to buy some of her work. This CD allowed me to get her best works from the 1990s to now. It's a four-disc set that includes her character songs, female voiced songs, male voiced songs, and miscellaneous songs. Because Ogata has such a versatile voice, you'll never get bored; none of her songs sound exactly the same.
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Because of youw-inds.Soothing 'n Grooving
This single is awesome! The first track "Because of You" is fun to dance to. Some N*Sync moves would go well with it. ^_~ The second track "Close to You" is a soothing song that will take you away from it all. Honestly, I'm not a big fan of the saxophone, but this song makes it work. The third track is a re-mix of "Because of You." The instrumentals are a bit weird, but the vocals were neatly techno-fied. I especially like the echoy parts. The last track is a karaoke of "Because of You." I (a major karaoke fan) loved singing to this song. Although, it was disappointed to find out that "Close to You" didn't have a karaoke. However, above all, I highly recommend buying this CD. It's definitely one of w-inds best.
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SAUDADEPorno GraffittiJust Ok...
There's nothing that really stands out about this disc. The only reason why I bought this CD was for Saudaaji. However, I was quite disappointed to find out that there were no Karaokes. It's one of those where I had to listen to it several times before I truly began to like it.