I used this amp mainly with a pair of HD 650 and it does what it is supposed to do: it has way more power than I need, it's quiet and it makes everything sound in its place. I have never heard...
I bought these headphones just for the fun of it, to see how they sound with all that apparently amazing bass.
Well, for $50, they're ok sounding for extra bass headphones. They do have a...
Bought it some time ago, based on user reviews. Straight out of the box it seemed huge, especially compared to my old Cowon D2. Also, sound was awful. Granted, I don't have large hi-fi cans, only...
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I’m a basshead. I say that loudly and proudly, even though some folks believe basshead and audiophile are mutually exclusive. Obviously, I’m not in that camp. But sometimes, I...
Although not a fan of "modern" J or K-Pop, here are a few bands that I absolutely love:
The Blue Hearts 情熱の薔薇
夜の盗賊団
The Blue Hearts (or The High Lows after they disbanded) are my favorite Japanese band. Even with my average language skills, their lyrics speak to the heart.
Maybe a last one from them:
青春
And some random favorites:
The one who started the J Idol wave, way back in 1971: the über cute Amachi Mari
I only know them from the Black Rock Shooter game and NEWS (the main vocalist, it's pretty obvious), lol. Strikes me as a more melodic, catchy, and less gimmicky UVERWORLD. Also has an ART-SCHOOL image vibe for me (although almost every J-Rock band at this point does). Will order a few of their CDs tomorrow.
I only know them from the Black Rock Shooter game and NEWS (the main vocalist, it's pretty obvious), lol. Strikes me as a more melodic, catchy, and less gimmicky UVERWORLD. Also has an ART-SCHOOL image vibe for me (although almost every J-Rock band at this point does). Will order a few of their CDs tomorrow.
Lol... Yeah the main vocalist is quite obvious regarding both looks and singing voice. Uverworld is also one of my favorite bands, but I feel like listening to their music for a long time is really tiring. Good luck with your CDs, I strongly suggest thier Zankyo Reference Album!
Modern J-Rock for me would be High and Mighty Color, too bad they have disbanded...along time ago. Maki-chan~~~~
I don't think anybody's gotten over them disbanding yet. I can still remember every Friday night, Bleach would come on, and I would always sit down and listen to OP2 without switching the channel.
Though I'm more bummed out by my favourite band, SFP, disbanding 4 months ago...Yumi, why? I don't have enough money for a plane ticket to go to every time you have a La-La-Larks gig! Can I just say that the entire School Food is Good Food album is a hallmark of Japanese electronic/alternative/dream pop? Okay, I'm biased, but...just listen.
I don't think anybody's gotten over them disbanding yet. I can still remember every Friday night, Bleach would come on, and I would always sit down and listen to OP2 without switching the channel.
Though I'm more bummed out by my favourite band, SFP, disbanding 4 months ago...Yumi, why? I don't have enough money for a plane ticket to go to every time you have a La-La-Larks gig! Can I just say that the entire School Food is Good Food album is a hallmark of Japanese electronic/alternative/dream pop? Okay, I'm biased, but...just listen.
Lol... Yeah the main vocalist is quite obvious regarding both looks and singing voice. Uverworld is also one of my favorite bands, but I feel like listening to their music for a long time is really tiring. Good luck with your CDs, I strongly suggest thier Zankyo Reference Album!
I'm listening to the full album on youtube right now (can't find it on Grooveshark). So far, Lost and Found is a favourite. Sometimes it can get a bit repetitive, but only with the beginning tracks. The end gets a little more flavorful.
All this modern stuff makes me want to listen to some Ling Tosite Sigure. Love their album from last year.
I'm listening to the full album on youtube right now (can't find it on Grooveshark). So far, Lost and Found is a favourite. Sometimes it can get a bit repetitive, but only with the beginning tracks. The end gets a little more flavorful.
All this modern stuff makes me want to listen to some Ling Tosite Sigure. Love their album from last year.
Lol... Just dug that album out from my hard drive... currently listening to my portable headphone while looking for the physical CD. Love their "A Symmetry"
Lol... Just dug that album out from my hard drive... currently listening to my portable headphone while looking for the physical CD. Love their "A Symmetry"
I happen to like everything in the latter part of the album (starting from A Symmetry). This is consistent with a lot of their albums. I always think they save the best and most progressive for last. Like a huge release of frenetic energy at the end. Illusion is Mine and Replica, some of the softer songs, but probably the most gripping and spastic emotionally and lyrically.
Sigh, few decent Japanese CD stores in Vancouver. At least there were some in Seattle whenever I went...Plenty of fantastic record and hi-fi shops here though
I got it when I went to Hokkaido a few summers ago for like 1000 yen. I think you can import them for around $10-20 on cdjapan.
CD Japan ftw.... Just spent 2000 points -.- got the new ONE OK ROCK album for 900yen
High and Mighty Color did the Darker than Black theme? I never realized until now, lol!
I think it's the second ED
Speaking of good old days, I still have a Terresa Teng album In the car.
