Review by La Queen

I was expecting this release since a lot! Hitomi Shimatani is sure the prettiest Jpop singer. Thus, combined with the awesomeness of her promotional videos, makes this collection a "must have" for every fan and everyone out there thinking about becoming a new Hitomi fan. All sets are pretty and beautiful, the choreographs, the artistic design, everything is in a perfect harmony that you can't miss.

I was a little disappointed with this Countdown, but basically, because of the tracklist. I think Ayumi should go back to her roots in her music. It was cooler, and so her concerts looked cooler. However, the present live is still a good concert and all the scenario is definitely awesome.

Her tunes are inequlable. She works simultaneously in Corea, Japan and China. She definitely deserves a chance in the US and Europe! I read at the news site Ikimasshoi that "brand new beat" is arranged by and well known arranger who did one of the best BoA songs in 2003, in her "Valenti" era (that many fans consider her best time). I'm going to preorder it already, she's definitely worth my confidence. The site says that the B-Side will be so nice to our ears in a non-usual Boa style. Can't wait!

Natsumi Abe is back! I had the chance to listen to this song at the Sports Festival. Musically, it is her best song song since Takaramono (that she released under the name Sen). Although it doesn't top her best single, Datte Ikitekankucha, Sweetoholic is a very nice song with a fresh sound for the so upbeat Jpop world.

I just read the article that has carried me here: "Most successful debut in Japan's history?" at Ikimasshoi. Do you know how much has sold this Kat Tun debut single? 754.234 and the Best Of 560.000 in one week too. To think that all this people have it and I don't... I've listened to it moments ago and I must say that it is so good. I recommend it to you all!

Usually, B-Sides aren't much worth. However, ZONE was the exception. Their singles were good Singles, with all the word's plenitude. Both single and b-side were great. It's a big surprise that they're pulling it out one year after the disband, but it's so thankful. I already have the a-side collection (highly recommended!).