Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is center for the new group "ME:I", Debut is 4/17
Thu Feb 01, 2024 2:38 pm
The ME:I dance video has hit 3 million views
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ME:I Member #7: Iida Shizuku, unexpected growth by utilizing her strengths
Among the debutant members selected by the national producers (viewers), some have consistently marked high rankings, while others have made surprising breakthroughs. Iida Shizuka is completely in the latter pattern.
Her initial ranking was 31st. By the end of the program, she was ranked in the top 10 for the first time, which was within her debut range, and she ended up finishing the audition in 7th place.
Since this is the result of a vote by the national producers, it is not only because of her skills and growth, but also because of her charm, which is loved by many people. We would like to examine what it is about her that people love about her, and what kind of appeal she will bring as a member of the group in the future.
Iida's name is synonymous above all with singing. She made headlines when she performed SPEED's "Body & Soul" in the group battle stage. Her singing voice, which is so elongated and stable that it is hard to imagine from her slender body, has surprised many national producers, trainers, and trainees. The buzz, however, was by no means exclusively positive. Vocal trainer Lee Hong-gi commented somewhat harshly, "I guess it was classical music," as he could not get rid of his peculiarities due to her background as a former Takarazuka Music School candidate and current music student. Comments such as, "It was an opera," and "It's a classical version," were scattered on social networking sites.
The group battle was a challenge for Iida, who was not able to take lessons as much as she would have liked due to her poor physical condition. With her regrets from that time in mind, Iida performed Amuro Namie's "Hero" in the following position battle. Iida's visual appearance, with her blond bob and completely changed hairstyle, and her "de-classic" singing style became the talk of the town. While she sang the high note part with a steady and elongated voice, she also charmed the national producers with her voice tone that matched the song.
With her background, the focus tends to be on Iida's singing voice, but in fact, the author feels that her dance skills have also grown considerably. For example, when looking at the fan camera for the program's theme song "LEAP HIGH!", Iida shows off her own good qualities with a cute expression and dance moves.
In contrast, "CHOPPY CHOPPY," performed in the finals, was bursting with Iida's signature smile in numerous patterns. To add to this, Iida's dancing, which had been generally soft, was now more fluid, with a greater awareness of her fingertips and toes. I got the impression that the resolution of the music had been improved while maintaining her good qualities.
I feel that the reason for her popularity lies in the unknown growth potential that cannot be predicted from her calm and easygoing personality. She is a delight to root for because she effortlessly surpasses the expectations of the viewers, who wonder what she will show next.
I imagine that after her debut, she will be able to use her characteristic elongated singing voice to sing ballads, and her positive expression to change from one song to another in cute songs, as she pleases. In my personal opinion, I would like to see her try cooler songs and more mature songs that she did not show during the show.
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1560685.html
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1560685.html_2
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Real Sound will be publishing articles introducing and analyzing each ME:I member
ME:I Member #7: Iida Shizuku, unexpected growth by utilizing her strengths
Among the debutant members selected by the national producers (viewers), some have consistently marked high rankings, while others have made surprising breakthroughs. Iida Shizuka is completely in the latter pattern.
Her initial ranking was 31st. By the end of the program, she was ranked in the top 10 for the first time, which was within her debut range, and she ended up finishing the audition in 7th place.
Since this is the result of a vote by the national producers, it is not only because of her skills and growth, but also because of her charm, which is loved by many people. We would like to examine what it is about her that people love about her, and what kind of appeal she will bring as a member of the group in the future.
Iida's name is synonymous above all with singing. She made headlines when she performed SPEED's "Body & Soul" in the group battle stage. Her singing voice, which is so elongated and stable that it is hard to imagine from her slender body, has surprised many national producers, trainers, and trainees. The buzz, however, was by no means exclusively positive. Vocal trainer Lee Hong-gi commented somewhat harshly, "I guess it was classical music," as he could not get rid of his peculiarities due to her background as a former Takarazuka Music School candidate and current music student. Comments such as, "It was an opera," and "It's a classical version," were scattered on social networking sites.
The group battle was a challenge for Iida, who was not able to take lessons as much as she would have liked due to her poor physical condition. With her regrets from that time in mind, Iida performed Amuro Namie's "Hero" in the following position battle. Iida's visual appearance, with her blond bob and completely changed hairstyle, and her "de-classic" singing style became the talk of the town. While she sang the high note part with a steady and elongated voice, she also charmed the national producers with her voice tone that matched the song.
With her background, the focus tends to be on Iida's singing voice, but in fact, the author feels that her dance skills have also grown considerably. For example, when looking at the fan camera for the program's theme song "LEAP HIGH!", Iida shows off her own good qualities with a cute expression and dance moves.
In contrast, "CHOPPY CHOPPY," performed in the finals, was bursting with Iida's signature smile in numerous patterns. To add to this, Iida's dancing, which had been generally soft, was now more fluid, with a greater awareness of her fingertips and toes. I got the impression that the resolution of the music had been improved while maintaining her good qualities.
I feel that the reason for her popularity lies in the unknown growth potential that cannot be predicted from her calm and easygoing personality. She is a delight to root for because she effortlessly surpasses the expectations of the viewers, who wonder what she will show next.
I imagine that after her debut, she will be able to use her characteristic elongated singing voice to sing ballads, and her positive expression to change from one song to another in cute songs, as she pleases. In my personal opinion, I would like to see her try cooler songs and more mature songs that she did not show during the show.
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1560685.html
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1560685.html_2
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is the center for the permanent new group "ME:I", Debut is April 17th
Thu Feb 01, 2024 8:25 pm
ME:I "Otsukaresama" Party Part 3 : Self-Introduction Quiz to get to know each other better.
English CC Subtitled
English CC Subtitled
Re: Momona 101 : Momona is a Finalist!
Sun Feb 04, 2024 2:49 am
Amped wrote:The Finalists posters with original fanart submitted of them are up
Kasahara Momona's Poster
Behind the scenes from the finalist photoshoot : MOMONA
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C24ZnFAS43-/
https://www.tiktok.com/@official_me_i_/ ... 3367591186
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is the center for the permanent new group "ME:I", Debut is April 17th
Sun Feb 04, 2024 6:39 pm
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is the center for the permanent new group "ME:I", Debut is April 17th
Mon Feb 05, 2024 4:18 pm
Paparazzi followed ME:I at the airport leaving Korea today (2/5), flying back to Haneda airport. They get a little too close.
After training in Korea, they are returning to Japan for vacation / time off.
MOMONA wears a beanie
After training in Korea, they are returning to Japan for vacation / time off.
MOMONA wears a beanie
Re: Momona 101 : Kasahara Momona is #1! Debut Group name "ME:I"
Wed Feb 07, 2024 3:37 am
Amped wrote:"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" (Program Original Album)
Release is February 7th, 2024
Tracklist :
1. LEAP HIGH! ~Ashita e, Meippai~
2. AtoZ
3. Koakuma (Baddie)
4. Popcorn
5. TOXIC
6. &ME
7. CHOPPY CHOPPY
8. SOZOIJO
9. FLY UP SO HIGH
10. LEAP HIGH! ~Ashita e, Meippai~ (Piano Ver.)
https://produce101.jp/news/detail/14195
Includes a serial number card for a chance to win a signed solo polaroid via lottery
https://produce101.jp/news/detail/14194
CDJapan : First press includes a random bonus photo of one of the teams from the concept battle
https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/YRCS-95117
Amazon JP : 1 random Koakuma (Baddie) member photo
https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0CPSDL13N/
Rakuten Books : 1 random from POPCORN member photo
https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/17732835/
HMV : 1 random from TOXIC member photo
https://www.hmv.co.jp/news/article/231215130/
Tower Records : 1 random &ME member photo
https://tower.jp/article/feature_item/2023/12/16/0701
Universal Music Store : 1 random AtoZ member photo
https://store.universal-music.co.jp/product/yrcs95117/
Official Produce 101 Japan Store : Trading Card (1 out of 35 ; select a member of your choice)Spoiler: show
https://store.plusmember.jp/thegirls_pr ... t_id=68142
Pre-Release day Store Promotion
Tower Records Shibuya :
Front Entrance display boards
Produce 101 Costume exhibition (1F)
Solo panel exhibition (1F) Tower Records Shibuya store limited
2SHOT/3SHOT Limited Fliers
https://twitter.com/TOWER_Shibuya/statu ... 2026786901
fan video
HMV Shibuya :
Produce 101 costumes of the debut members
Colored paper and individual panels are on display on the 5th floor
https://twitter.com/HmvBooksShibuya/sta ... 2968765610
Tower Namba Osaka
https://twitter.com/TOWER_Namba/status/ ... 5409798225
Tower Abeno Hoop Osaka
Tower Machida
https://twitter.com/TOWER_Machida/statu ... 0471797978
Tower Kobe
https://twitter.com/TOWER_Kobe/status/1 ... 6067941663
Tower Fukuoka
https://twitter.com/TOWER_Fukuoka/statu ... 6636818815
Tower AmuHakata
https://twitter.com/TOWER_AmuHakata/sta ... 2904875029
Tower Kagoshima
https://twitter.com/TOWER_Kagoshima/sta ... 7725602954
video message for Universal Music Store
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is a member of the permanent new group ME:I, Debut is on 4/17
Wed Feb 07, 2024 7:05 pm
"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" Album 1st day on Oricon @ #1 with 41,258 albums sold.
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-06/
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-06/
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is center for the new group "ME:I", Debut is 4/17
Thu Feb 08, 2024 2:15 pm
Kasahara Momona's KPOP ART SCHOOL classmate is next.
ME:I Member #8: Shimizu Keiko, Positive aura and drawer of expressions make viewers smile.
Many of the participants had no previous experience in this program. Needless to say, they had a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences before participating in the audition. The eleven members have their own strengths and unique personalities.
In this issue, we pick up Shimizu Keiko, who came in 8th place in the final ranking to become a member of the group. Based on her appearance during the audition, we would like to examine what kind of appeal she will bring as a member of the group in the future.
Among the 11 members, Shimizu gives the impression of radiating a positive aura. Looking back on her performance, it seems that she had a strong impact on the national producers (viewers) from the time she appeared on the program. In the placement test, she performed "Otona Blue" by Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders as Vitamin Bomb, leaving an impact that rivaled that of the original. It made everyone present smile, and dance trainer Rino Nakasone said, "It's great. I'm sorry, I was only looking at you," and was selected as a member of Class A.
In the group battle, she performed "TOKYO GIRL" by Perfume. Among the talented group members, she was impressive in her own part, smiling and giving energy to the audience. In particular, vocal trainer Aoyama commented with a smile, "I'm only here for Keiko, right?" as she was pulled out by the camera before the chorus of "Happy feeling good miwatashite." Shimizu was unafraid to demonstrate his positive "Vitamin" like powers.
As these examples show, the author feels that the appeal of Shimizu lies in its positive aura that attracts the viewer. In fact, the program's broadcast showed scenes from practice as well as performances, but the team to which Shimizu belongs always has a good atmosphere. There were many occasions when the members seemed to be enjoying each other's company, without becoming tense, while engaging in friendly competition. Of course, it is impossible to assert that Shimizu alone is responsible for this. However, watching her performance, which made not only the national producers but also the trainees and trainers smile, one can imagine that she must have an aura of making everyone around her happy.
However, this is not the only attraction of Shimizu. The performance that made me think that positive aura is not the only thing that made people smile was during Chanmina's "Bijin" in the rap and vocal category at the position battle. Here, Shimizu asked, "Is this a 'very funny' frame? "Is that why I'm falling? frame" Shimizu confesses in the lyrics she wrote for this song that she is seen as a mood-maker. However, she did not let such opinions deter her, declaring, "I will use that time to hone my skills, and if I keep trying, I will shine." With the strength of will to grasp her dreams, she firmly captured the hearts of the national producers. True to her words, Shimizu continued to hone her skills, showing a new look for each song concept and advancing to the finals. During the performance, she wrote a message on her arm to express his gratitude to the national producers and became a member of ME:I.
As a member of ME:I, Shimizu is expected to show mainly rap in the future. On the other hand, there is still much more to Shimizu that fans do not know, as evidenced by the smiling face she showed in "TOKYO GIRL" and the bewitching and provocative expression on her face as she performed "Koakuma (Baddie)" in the concept battle. I look forward to seeing her expand her skills with each new song, and to seeing her continue to draw out new talents from her repertoire.
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1567390.html
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1567390_2.html
Real Sound will be publishing articles introducing and analyzing each ME:I member
ME:I Member #8: Shimizu Keiko, Positive aura and drawer of expressions make viewers smile.
Many of the participants had no previous experience in this program. Needless to say, they had a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences before participating in the audition. The eleven members have their own strengths and unique personalities.
In this issue, we pick up Shimizu Keiko, who came in 8th place in the final ranking to become a member of the group. Based on her appearance during the audition, we would like to examine what kind of appeal she will bring as a member of the group in the future.
Among the 11 members, Shimizu gives the impression of radiating a positive aura. Looking back on her performance, it seems that she had a strong impact on the national producers (viewers) from the time she appeared on the program. In the placement test, she performed "Otona Blue" by Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders as Vitamin Bomb, leaving an impact that rivaled that of the original. It made everyone present smile, and dance trainer Rino Nakasone said, "It's great. I'm sorry, I was only looking at you," and was selected as a member of Class A.
In the group battle, she performed "TOKYO GIRL" by Perfume. Among the talented group members, she was impressive in her own part, smiling and giving energy to the audience. In particular, vocal trainer Aoyama commented with a smile, "I'm only here for Keiko, right?" as she was pulled out by the camera before the chorus of "Happy feeling good miwatashite." Shimizu was unafraid to demonstrate his positive "Vitamin" like powers.
As these examples show, the author feels that the appeal of Shimizu lies in its positive aura that attracts the viewer. In fact, the program's broadcast showed scenes from practice as well as performances, but the team to which Shimizu belongs always has a good atmosphere. There were many occasions when the members seemed to be enjoying each other's company, without becoming tense, while engaging in friendly competition. Of course, it is impossible to assert that Shimizu alone is responsible for this. However, watching her performance, which made not only the national producers but also the trainees and trainers smile, one can imagine that she must have an aura of making everyone around her happy.
However, this is not the only attraction of Shimizu. The performance that made me think that positive aura is not the only thing that made people smile was during Chanmina's "Bijin" in the rap and vocal category at the position battle. Here, Shimizu asked, "Is this a 'very funny' frame? "Is that why I'm falling? frame" Shimizu confesses in the lyrics she wrote for this song that she is seen as a mood-maker. However, she did not let such opinions deter her, declaring, "I will use that time to hone my skills, and if I keep trying, I will shine." With the strength of will to grasp her dreams, she firmly captured the hearts of the national producers. True to her words, Shimizu continued to hone her skills, showing a new look for each song concept and advancing to the finals. During the performance, she wrote a message on her arm to express his gratitude to the national producers and became a member of ME:I.
As a member of ME:I, Shimizu is expected to show mainly rap in the future. On the other hand, there is still much more to Shimizu that fans do not know, as evidenced by the smiling face she showed in "TOKYO GIRL" and the bewitching and provocative expression on her face as she performed "Koakuma (Baddie)" in the concept battle. I look forward to seeing her expand her skills with each new song, and to seeing her continue to draw out new talents from her repertoire.
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1567390.html
https://realsound.jp/2024/02/post-1567390_2.html
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is a member of the permanent new group ME:I, Debut is on 4/17
Thu Feb 08, 2024 8:52 pm
ME:I "Otsukaresama" Party Part 4 : To show off each member's charms, they will play the Earphone Gangan Message Game. They each need to relay a phrase to each other, but they are wearing earphones and cannot hear. It is hilarious.
English CC Subtitled
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Billboard Japan First 3-day Album Sales Report (2/5~2/7)
"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" album @ #2 with 49,240 albums sold
https://www.billboard-japan.com/d_news/detail/134462/2
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"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" Album 2nd day on Oricon @ #4
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-07/
English CC Subtitled
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Billboard Japan First 3-day Album Sales Report (2/5~2/7)
"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" album @ #2 with 49,240 albums sold
https://www.billboard-japan.com/d_news/detail/134462/2
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"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" Album 2nd day on Oricon @ #4
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-07/
Re: MOMONA 101 : Kasahara Momona is a member of the permanent new group ME:I, Debut is on 4/17
Fri Feb 09, 2024 9:01 pm
"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" Album 3rd day on Oricon @ #3 with 2,690 albums sold.
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-08/
41,258 + ? + 2,690
"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" Album 4th day on Oricon @ #5
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-09/
41,258 + ? + 2,690 + ?
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-08/
41,258 + ? + 2,690
"PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS" Album 4th day on Oricon @ #5
https://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ja/d/2024-02-09/
41,258 + ? + 2,690 + ?
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