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Princess Princess (band)
was a five-piece Japanese pop/rock girl band active from 1983 to 1996. They previously released music under the names and . Career After being assembled via open audition of 1400 hopefuls as the female music group Akasaka Komachi by TDK Records in 1983, the band was housed with their manager in the Tokyo suburb of Nishi-Nippori for over two years to develop their musical skills and experience. In March 1984, the band made the first of several appearances on Japanese television. In 1985 the band transferred from TDK Records to another management company, changed their name to Julian Mama, but did not release any singles or albums. In May 1986, the band made their recording debut with the EP '' Kiss de Crime'', released by CBS Sony. In August 1986, the band transferred their management to Shinko Music Entertainment. In May of that year the CEO of Shinko had declined to represent the band, but the company employee Emiko Ichimura, who had seen the girls' live show and believ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tokyo
Tokyo (; ja, 東京, , ), officially the Tokyo Metropolis ( ja, 東京都, label=none, ), is the capital and largest city of Japan. Formerly known as Edo, its metropolitan area () is the most populous in the world, with an estimated 37.468 million residents ; the city proper has a population of 13.99 million people. Located at the head of Tokyo Bay, the prefecture forms part of the Kantō region on the central coast of Honshu, Japan's largest island. Tokyo serves as Japan's economic center and is the seat of both the Japanese government and the Emperor of Japan. Originally a fishing village named Edo, the city became politically prominent in 1603, when it became the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate. By the mid-18th century, Edo was one of the most populous cities in the world with a population of over one million people. Following the Meiji Restoration of 1868, the imperial capital in Kyoto was moved to Edo, which was renamed "Tokyo" (). Tokyo was devastate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Diamonds (Princess Princess Song)
is the seventh single by Japanese band Princess Princess. Written by Kanako Nakayama and Kaori Okui, the single was released by CBS Sony on April 21, 1989. It became their first of five consecutive No. 1 singles on Oricon's singles chart. Background Princess Princess' popularity was on the rise after their sixth single "Get Crazy!" was used as the theme song of the J-drama series of the same name in October 1988. "Diamonds" was released six months later. It was used by Sony for their cassette tape commercials. The song was also used by Suzuki for their Suzuki Kei commercial in 2001. It was included in the 2015 soundtrack album ''Yakuza 0 80's Hits! Collection''. More recently, it was used by Acecook for their 2020 Soup Harusame commercial featuring Anne Nakamura. The song's original key is E major (modulated to F major at the end). The B-side is "M", with its lyrics written by Kyōko Tomita and originally released in the band's 1988 album '' Let's Get Crazy''. In a 2012 Fac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Presents (Princess Princess Album)
is the second compilation album by the Japanese All-female band, girl band Princess Princess (band), Princess Princess, released on August 25, 1994, by Sony Music Entertainment Japan, Sony Records. It consists of B-sides and deep cuts selected by the band's fans. The album was packaged in a box designed like a shipping box, while the CD was designed to resemble an LP record, LP. The album peaked at No. 3 on Oricon's albums chart. It was also certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan, RIAJ. Track listing All music is composed by Kaori Kishitani, Kaori Okui, except where indicated; all music is arranged by Princess Princess (band), Princess Princess. Charts Certification References External links * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Presents Princess Princess (band) compilation albums 1994 compilation albums Compilation albums by Japanese artists Sony Music Entertainment Japan compilation albums Japanese-language compilation albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Majestic (Princess Princess Album)
is the eighth studio album by the Japanese girl band Princess Princess, released on December 22, 1993, by Sony Records. It includes the single "Futari ga Owaru Toki". The album's songs are themed around breakups. The album peaked at No. 2 on Oricon , established in 1999, is the holding company at the head of a Japanese corporate group that supplies statistics and information on music and the music industry in Japan and Western music. It started as, which was founded by Sōkō Koike in ...'s albums chart. It was also certified Gold by the RIAJ. Track listing All music is composed by Kaori Okui, except where indicated; all music is arranged by Princess Princess. Charts Certification References External links * * * {{Authority control Princess Princess (band) albums 1993 albums Sony Music Entertainment Japan albums Japanese-language albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pop Rock
Pop rock (also typeset as pop/rock) is a fusion genre with an emphasis on professional songwriting and recording craft, and less emphasis on attitude than rock music. Originating in the late 1950s as an alternative to normal rock and roll, early pop rock was influenced by the beat, arrangements, and original style of rock and roll (and sometimes doo-wop). It may be viewed as a distinct genre field rather than music that overlaps with pop and rock. The detractors of pop rock often deride it as a slick, commercial product and less authentic than rock music. Characteristics and etymology Much pop and rock music has been very similar in sound, instrumentation and even lyrical content. The terms "pop rock" and "power pop" have been used to describe more commercially successful music that uses elements from, or the form of, rock music. Writer Johan Fornas views pop/rock as "one single, continuous genre field", rather than distinct categories. To the authors Larry Starr and Chri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Easy-listening
Easy listening (including mood music) is a popular music genre and radio format that was most popular during the 1950s to 1970s. It is related to middle-of-the-road (MOR) music and encompasses instrumental recordings of standards, hit songs, non-rock vocals and instrumental covers of selected popular rock songs. It mostly concentrates on music that pre-dates the rock and roll era, characteristically on music from the 1940s and 1950s. It was differentiated from the mostly instrumental beautiful music format by its variety of styles, including a percentage of vocals, arrangements and tempos to fit various parts of the broadcast day. Easy listening music is often confused with lounge music, but while it was popular in some of the same venues it was meant to be listened to for enjoyment rather than as background sound. History The style has been synonymous with the tag "with strings". String instruments had been used in sweet bands in the 1930s and was the dominant sound trac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is a type of hearing loss in which the root cause lies in the inner ear or sensory organ (cochlea and associated structures) or the vestibulocochlear nerve (cranial nerve VIII). SNHL accounts for about 90% of reported hearing loss . SNHL is usually permanent and can be mild, moderate, severe, profound, or total. Various other descriptors can be used depending on the shape of the audiogram, such as high frequency, low frequency, U-shaped, notched, peaked, or flat. ''Sensory'' hearing loss often occurs as a consequence of damaged or deficient cochlear hair cells. Hair cells may be abnormal at birth or damaged during the lifetime of an individual. There are both external causes of damage, including infection, and ototoxic drugs, as well as intrinsic causes, including genetic mutations. A common cause or exacerbating factor in SNHL is prolonged exposure to environmental noise, or noise-induced hearing loss. Exposure to a single very loud noise such as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bee-Beep
is the seventh studio album by the Japanese girl band Princess Princess, released on January 21, 1993, by Sony Records. It includes the single "Power"/"Regret". The title track features all members on vocals. The initial release featured a "clockwork" cover with a disc that could be spun to feature the band members in different makeup. The album became the fifth and final consecutive No. 1 release on Oricon , established in 1999, is the holding company at the head of a Japanese corporate group that supplies statistics and information on music and the music industry in Japan and Western music. It started as, which was founded by Sōkō Koike in ...'s albums chart. It was also certified Platinum by the RIAJ. Track listing All music is composed by Kaori Okui, except where indicated; all music is arranged by Princess Princess. Charts Certification References External links * * * {{Authority control Princess Princess (band) albums 1993 albums Sony ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Singles 1987-1992
Singles are people not in a committed relationship. Singles may also refer to: Film and television * ''Singles'' (miniseries), a 1984 Australian television series * ''Singles'' (1992 film), written and directed by Cameron Crowe * ''Singles'' (2003 film), a South Korean film starring Jang Jin-young * '' S1ngles'', a Greek TV series * ''Singles'' (TV series), a British sitcom produced from 1988 to 1991 Music * Single (music), a type of music release usually having only one to three songs * ''Singles'' is a frequent title for a compilation album * ''Singles'' (Alison Moyet album) * ''Singles'' (Deacon Blue album) * ''Singles'' (Future Islands album) * ''Singles'' (Jimmy Eat World album) * ''Singles'' (Luna Sea album) (1997) * ''Singles'' (Maroon 5 album) (2015) * ''Singles'' (New Order album) * ''Singles'' (Nirvana box set) * '' Singles: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack'' to the 1992 film * ''Singles'' (Red Krayola album) (2004) * ''Singles'' (Suede album) * ''"Si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dolls In Action
is the sixth studio album by the Japanese girl band Princess Princess, released on December 7, 1991, by Sony Records. It includes the singles "Seven Years After" and "Jungle Princess". "Joker to 100-ri no Mōja" features lead guitarist Kanako Nakayama on vocals. The album stayed No. 1 on Oricon , established in 1999, is the holding company at the head of a Japanese corporate group that supplies statistics and information on music and the music industry in Japan and Western music. It started as, which was founded by Sōkō Koike in ...'s albums chart for three consecutive weeks, making it the band's third of five consecutive No. 1 albums. It was also certified as Double Platinum by the RIAJ. Track listing All music is composed by Kaori Okui, except where indicated; all music is arranged by Princess Princess. Charts Certification References External links * * * {{Authority control Princess Princess (band) albums 1991 albums Sony Music Entertain ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kiss (Princess Princess Song)
is the eleventh single by Japanese band Princess Princess. Written by Kyōko Tomita, Kanako Nakayama, and Kaori Okui, the single was released by Sony Records on May 10, 1991. It became their fifth and final No. 1 singles on Oricon's singles chart. Background "Kiss" was used by Suntory Foods for their Kōcha no Ki commercials. The song's original key is C. Chart performance "Kiss" hit No. 1 on Oricon's singles chart and No. 26 on Oricon's year-ending chart in 1991. It also sold over 401,000 copies and was certified Platinum by the RIAJ The is an industry trade group composed of Japanese corporations involved in the music industry. It was founded in 1942 as the Japan Phonogram Record Cultural Association, and adopted its current name in 1969. The RIAJ's activities include p .... Track listing All music is arranged by Princess Princess. Chart positions Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications References External links * * * {{authority ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Julian (song)
is the tenth single by Japanese band Princess Princess. Written by Kanako Nakayama and Kaori Okui, the single was released by Sony Records on November 21, 1990. It became their fourth of five consecutive No. 1 singles on Oricon's singles chart. Background "Julian" was Princess Princess' first ballad single. While the title is a reference to the band's former name , lead guitarist Kanako Nakayama named the song after her pet cat, which was given to her by Bow Wow lead vocalist Kyoji Yamamoto. Julian had lived with the band at their training camp in Nishi-Nippori, but shortly after the band left the training camp, he ran away and was never seen again. Despite the title, the song is not about Nakayama's cat, but a former lover of hers. The song's original key is C. The song was used by Citizen for their Lighthouse watch commercials. The B-side, "Rock Me", was used by Sony for their cassette tape commercials. Chart performance "Julian" hit No. 1 on Oricon's singles chart an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
