Jrock and the occasionally whatever is on my mind
Feb 7th, 2010 by Shichi
This was actually one of the first things I saw upon entering Yellowstone. The sun was just about down, through the trees in the distance you can see some of the geysers the park is famous for.
Here’s a link to a little bit bigger version: Link
Feb 3rd, 2010 by Shichi
I went to GPKISM and Seileen’s autograph signing and mini performance today in Philly. I’ll post a report soon, but here’s a preview.
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Feb 3rd, 2010 by Shichi
When Otakon announced their contest to guess the first guest of this year’s convention, I instantly guessed Yoshida Brothers from the clues. They’ve been relatively known to the American market for some time now, but probably got their biggest exposure as the music for Nintendo’s initial wave of Wii commercials.
This year’s Otakon will be held between July 30th and August 1 in the Baltimore Convention Center. More details about the con can be found on their homepage.
You can check out the whole press release after the jump. Continue Reading »
Feb 3rd, 2010 by Shichi
Check out the front page of The Temple News’ Arts and Entertainment page.
Feb 2nd, 2010 by Shichi
Another picture with my good friend Kodak Ektar 100. I want to scan this negative and get a high-res file so I can crop it a bit.
Feb 1st, 2010 by Shichi
While there hasn’t been an official statement released yet, it appears the Japanese was able to get Yoshiki to confirm that X Japan will play at this year’s Lollapalooza during the Grammy Awards.
This year’s festival takes place from August 6-8 at Grant Park in Chicago. Over 200,000 people are expected to attend.
Otakon can’t be happy to hear this, as Otakon takes place the weekend before. Likely there will be many who have to pick one of the two events.
Jan 31st, 2010 by Shichi
This is the old abandoned prison in York Pa, it would be an amazing place for a photoshoot but the entrances are very well sealed. One even has concrete dumped over it!
Jan 29th, 2010 by Shichi
Remember last year when Kuroyume held a one night only special concert to officially end the band? Well exactly a year from the date of that show it turns out that was a short lived fate. So far an album has been announced, but no shows.
Kiyoharu is also getting SADS back together. SADS went on hiatus in 2003. They also will be releasing an album, and will be playing Budokan on May first.
More details can be found here: Shattered Tranquility
What do you think of Kiyoharu’s motivation for reuniting both bands at once is? Do you think it’s a good idea?
Jan 29th, 2010 by Shichi
I can’t remember if this was 2006 or 2005, but it was before I had any idea that I wanted photography to be my career or even took it seriously. This is the Golden Gate Bridge during the sunset on a cheap camera with a “sepia tone” option built in.
I’m rather fond of San Fransisco.
Jan 28th, 2010 by Shichi
Otakon has announced via their website that they will announce the first music guest for this year’s convention on Wednesday.
Before then though, they are holding a contest to see if you can guess who it is. They provide clues.
* The act has multiple members.
* The act has never played a convention before.
* The act is reasonably well known outside anime circles.
* The act has a connection to video games.
* At least one of their well-known songs features a traditional instrument.
I’m 95% sure who it is, but I’ll leave it up to you to make your guess! I’ll tell you mine after the deadline(Tuesday night)
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