Author: Tochiro

Music

Megumi Nakajima puts singing career on indefinite hiatus.

Post author By Tochiro
Post date December 1, 2013

It was announced on Megumi Nakajima’s official website earlier today that Megumi (best known to most Macross fans as the voice of Ranka Lee in Macross Frontier) will be taking an indefinite break from her singing career. She will be continuing voice acting for the time being.

While no explanation as to the reason behind this decision has been given, it should be noted that the recently formed official Megumi Nakajima fanclub will also cease accepting new members at the end of the year, meaning that we probably shouldn’t expect Megumi to return to singing anytime in the near future.

Megumi’s third album and 5th anniversary concert bluray will be released in February, while fans will be able to see her perform for the ‘last time’ at her final concert in March.

EDIT: ANN has also reported on the story HERE.
Japanese can be found HERE, HERE & HERE.

What was your favourite Megumi song? Sound off over in the FORUMS.

Events Uncategorized

Get into the festive spirit this Macrossmas!

Post author By Tochiro
Post date November 28, 2013

The Oshare Macross P – Merry Christmacross @ Parco Hiroshima store exhibit that was announced last week has announced a few new illustrations that it will offer as art-cards, iPhone cases and various other merchandise, one of which was done by mechanical illustrator/designer Hidetaka Tenjin.

Oshare Macross P – Merry Christmacross @ Parco Hiroshima will run from December 12 ~ December 25, 2013.

Events Models Toys Uncategorized

Macross News Roundup, 11/15/2013

Post author By Tochiro
Post date November 14, 2013

With under a month and a half to go until the upcoming release of the Zentran-mori Macross Frontier blu-ray boxset, a bunch of events and merch have been announced to help Macross fans empty their wallets in time for Xmas.

All the details follow the JUMP!

SpeakerPodCast

Macross SpeakerPODcast Ep.10 – Macross Crossover Live 30!

Post author By Tochiro
Post date October 28, 2013

Back in August (ORGUST!) the SpeakerPODcast crew sat down to discuss their experiences at the largest gathering of Macross musicians EVER – Macross Crossover Live 30!

(Download HERE)

Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe to us on iTunes!

Timestamps and more follow the JUMP!

Toys Video Games

YF-30 Chronos Chogokin Announced!

Post author By Tochiro
Post date October 23, 2013

After teasing it for months, Bandai will finally announce the details for their DX-Chogokin YF-30 at Tamashii Nations on November 1st.

The YF-30 was designed by Shoji Kawamori specifically for the PS3 game Macross 30 – Voices Across the Galaxy. It was piloted by SMS pilot Leon Sakaki.

Thanks to MW user IXTL for the scoop and charger69 and wewe for additional pics.

Events Fan Works

Macross World Convention 2013 a roaring success!

Post author By Tochiro
Post date October 23, 2013

Reports from this year’s Macross World Convention are popping up both in the forums as well as elsewhere online and all seem to share a common sentiment – 2013 was a great success and everyone had a great time!

The following is a selection of links/media to help give those who weren’t fortunate enough to attend an idea of just what all the fuss was about!

Report from PLASTIK DOLLS.

Report from GEEK.

Report from ANIME DIET.

Report from SUNEYA (Japanese)

Vid from Ron5864

Vid from Jetspectacular

Pics from Char350 (also HERE)

Pics from SpookyElectric.

Pics from XFJ-01A.

Pics from VF-15 Banshee.

Pics from Alex5.

Pics from Jetspectacular.

Of course, all the real chatter is happening on over in the forums, so be sure to check out the MW Con thread!

Collections Movies and TV Series

Macross Frontier BD Digital Remaster Boxset Announced.

Post author By Tochiro
Post date July 10, 2013

Just when Macross fans thought their wallets were safe, a new Macross Frontier Bluray Disc boxset has been announced. While Macross Frontier has already been released on BD previously, this new set will feature a new digital remaster that the trailer claims will reduce banding, resulting in a sharper image, a mountain of extras, and will be in print for a limited period of 1 year. No word on English subtitles at this stage.

Details and pre-order information follow the jump.

30th Anniversary Events

MACROSS THE MUSEUM is OPEN!

Post author By Tochiro
Post date June 27, 2013

MACROSS THE MUSEUM opened today at the Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum in Hyogo Prefecture.

Over the past couple of days photos have started to leak out from various people involved with the project. The following gallery comes from a variety of sources, including artist Hidetaka Tenjin, and Mai Enoki.