Single AKB48 58th (Ne mo Ha mo Rumor) [2021/09/29)

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Is that Onishi ? Lol why do they have her in a mask ??

 

Funny how everyone is saying the song is ‘so modern’ it's straight up a late 70s/early 80s song. If that's the incoming fad, I'm all for it.

 

I was thinking I didn’t necessarily get the Keyakizaka comparison… and then the pre-chorus hit. Definitely not calling the song derivative, but as a huge Keyaki fan(they/Sakurazaka are my favorite idol group) it definitely hit in a manner not entirely unlike some of their singles. That said, I ultimately think it has a decidedly AKB feel. I simply really, really like the song/choreo.

Do we know if they’ll be doing an online meguri for this single? If so, this may end up being the first AKB single I’ve bought since “Sukinanda.” I’d need to brush up on the newer members, however, as even in the senbatsu there are members I’ve never heard of or am just barely aware of.

 

It seems to have been her own choice to wear that looking at her Twitter posts:
https://twitter.com/momo_0x0_920/status/1416311225164603402
https://twitter.com/momo_0x0_920/status/1416349438214246405

In the second one she says (electronically translated) "I really like masks! I also love making black leather masks! Lol! Yeah! Various versions! I'm having too much fun!"

 

according to Shinobu's explanation it seems to be part of the costume.
https://twitter.com/shinobukayano/status/1416340067346391040
It's actually good since she stands out and generate some buzz.

Also anyone caught the "Ponytail ni shushu" part of the lyric? Aki-P is having fun writing this. Can't wait for the full version.

Have AKB surpassed Nogizaka?

 

Despite the 1st performance that makes a lot of clearance, the rumor mill continues:
- Apparently, Naachan was taking some proteins with chocolate and mints every day
https://twitter.com/uwasaAKB48/status/1416306680120455172

- Yuiri's costume was reportedly damaged during the rehearsals
https://twitter.com/uwasaAKB48/status/1416335253518520323

- It seems the members took 3 weeks of lessons o learn the choregraphy
https://twitter.com/uwasaAKB48/status/1416344427581251586

 

That's not true, she took a hiatus during the recording of Sustainable.

 

She still counts as senbatsu, right? If I'm not mistaken, ever since Bokutachi wa Tatakawanai, PV appearance was no longer a prerequisite for a senbatsu member.

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I like the song and the choreo. Sad that I'm not really much of an AKB fan anymore after Shitusuren's senbatsu lineup announcement. I'm happy for AKB purist fans for finally getting an AKB-only single.

 

Because of her face?

AKB will rise again!

 

That dance routine left me breathless lol. Liked the song and I think it'll grow on me. Congrats to Naachan on the second center, Hiichan also stood out for me.

Photos from AKB48 Instagram



(DeepL translate)
Today on TBS "Music Day
They performed their new song "Neemoha mo Rumor" for the first time today on TBS "Music Day" ❣️.

The first photo is a group photo of Yuki Kashiwagi in her new outfit.
The second is a group photo with the names of today's singers.

The 58th single "Neemoha mo Rumor" will be released on Wednesday, September 29th .
Please look forward to it !

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRbVufGrYiA/

 

Shinobu is giving some explanations about each member's outfit on her Twitter.
There are some interesting stuff.
https://twitter.com/shinobukayano

 

i love everything about this!! naachan is perfect as center, i'm so happy for her and the song's energy fits her perfectly. and the dance feels like the hardest they've ever done, their synchronization is great and i'm so proud of the members. and as for the song itself, i love how fun and upbeat it is. it reminds me of high tension but somehow even more upbeat lol. and lastly the outfits are alright, i do like them but they are a bit basic? but that's really the only criticism i have, otherwise i'm in love with this song and performance and i can't wait for more news about the single

(also i just have to mention it, yuiyui + zukky shadow wcenter made my day)

 

According to Onishi, Kobayashi Ran, Yasuda Kana, Sakaguchi Nagisa, Hama Sayuna and Takaoka Kaoru also took part of their lessons as unders.

 

yeah that's about Nagi's level

 

Yeah, you're right. But at least I'm the only thing inside her head when she's having lessons.

Spoiler

Or him.

 

That was amazing! I was really into it. This is definitely one of their hardest dances too - like I know No Way Man was full of energy, but they really gave it their all for this performance. That dance break tho. Reminds me of something Morning Musume would have done in the early-mid 2010's; synchronized robotic dancing. Overall, I'm impressed. Nana as center is always a good choice. I didn't like Jabaja tbh, didn't feel like it suited AKB or Nana, but this is much better.

I look forward to the B-sides a lot now. Also, Hii-chan should stay blonde. It suits her a lot and she stands out immediately.

 

The choreo in this is how No Way Man SHOULD have been. 8.5/10 easy

they needed a song that wasn't boring or stereotype idol song and they got it.

P.S: i think they need to practice this song's choreo similar to k-pop so this can look even better.

 

GREAT SONG I LOVE IT

produce48 is over

 

I suppose no units formed from the Audishow (there were 7 shows)
That may leave enough space for Team songs, although one would be more visible than the others.