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Before going to the main event, we’ll roughly review the artiste lineup for the day. We were sitting in the back category. First up was Sally Amaki – an American singer and Japanese VA based in Tokyo. She’s also in an idol girl group called 22/7. She’s also one of AFA’s interpreter. Second was KAF, a virtual idol. Hope one day she can show her real self! May’n was third in the line up which is never heard off! She was always the last act! But earlier we learned that she almost didn’t come because she was busy rehearsing for her Christmas Concert. But eventually she decided as AFASG was the event that brought her in contact with fans outside of Japan and opened up opportunities to perform in other countries. We supposed she would catch the night plane back Tokyo right after her turn. Forth was ReoNa. Unusual songs. She speaks like she’s whispering loudly. I think her music are the only ones without heavy bass which came out really crisp and clear. Last was the band Kana Boon. It took around 15 minutes to setup. It makes sense that if May’n was last, she would not have made it to the airport by the concert’s end. They were fun but unless you know their music, it’s difficult to hear as it was loud and ‘’windy’’ (the sound waves coming out of the speakers were like a breeze blowing at your shins) They were funny. They told of their experience eating in Singapore. They had Chicken rice and beer. They ordered round after round and when finally the bill came, they got a shock! Now they are poor. The audience is rich! Please buy our merchandise! XD May’n Wow! What an opening! Universal Bunny! Everyone was in the mood (except for the guys who was sitting next to me, didn’t budge for the last 2 singers as well). Lights sticks (provided by crunchyroll - sponsor) were everywhere! The venue was upgraded with 4 LED 4K screens for the benefit of those far from stage. For the next song, May’n brought 4 dancers for the song - Lies Goes On. The catchy dance moves and the music had the audience going crazy. You can clearly differentiate the level of vocals from the previous 2 singers. Next song is her latest one (Fantasy Strobe) and is about heroes. She tells us that we are her heroes! She then asked the audience to sing and do a heroic pose at a certain part of a chorus. Suddenly, some guy located in the front left area of the hall shouted at the top of his voice ‘OKaaaayyyy!’ Everyone had a good laugh! She add one more move – do a horizontal fist pose but with the thumb and the last finger pointing outward (like bull horns). Again the same guy shouted ‘OKaaaaaayyy!’ XD! Everyone had a good time in that song. Next was a song I haven’t heard for a long time – Chase the World! I was struggling to find the name of the song even though I’m know this song. Next she sang Belief (from Taboo Tattoo), you can hear some fatigue in her voice. Maybe she should have chosen a less strenuous number? At the same time because both songs were heavy on the bass, her vocal came out a bit muddled and it seem the ‘fiercer’ she sang the more muddled it became. But quite sure it’s all good in the VIP category. Graphite Diamond came out well. She then gave a short speech. She explained that next year is her 20th Anniversary in showbiz. She thanked everyone for their support all these years. No matter how much she’s grown, she wants to live a colorful life and keep delivering colorful music to all of us! At this moment the crowd gave a loud cheered. So for the final song……. the crowd was like in disbelief. She repeated one of the audience’s remark - ‘So Short?’ And actually it does feel like 5 minutes when in actually 30 minutes has passed! She asked the audience to light up their favourite color - Red, Blue, Pink or any color that best represent May’n. A fist is okay too. Lets create the most colorful night together! Everyone cheered! For the final song, is her precious song which she wrote when imagining a life show … Kaleidescope! And with that, her portion of the evening ends. The audience waved to her until she and her 4 dancers disappeared behind the curtains. Song list 1. Universal Bunny 2. Lies Goes On 3. Fantasy Strobe 4. Chase the World 5. Belief (Taboo Tattoo) 6. Graphite Diamond 7. Kaleidescope Last pix - May'n and ReoNa

May'n heartfelt message to the fans that were there during AFASG24! https://x.com/mayn_tw/status/1863234404866572750?s=46&fbclid=IwY2xjawHDbglleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSOYYgGEqUfdcm1_rtn-AbiQR6U-qzwiGk0wobFn_nYEeJIpqh9vdZ9Iqg_aem_lWVuRy968aXqDrr9RnjXQQ

At AFASG24 I met these 2 cosplayers from USA! They came to watch May'n perform! Coser : Alto (Peter Huang) and Sheryl (Limina) and Fans of May'n

AFASG24 have just concluded on Sunday. This year too there were no interviews. Sad..... May'n arrived on Saturday evening (30.11.24) and went around sight seeing. A few things happened and that all will be on the next post with our review on concert night.

Message from May'n for AFASG24 https://www.facebook.com/animefestivalasia/videos/608240368431700

Update from May'n herself! Damn, which one to choose??? XD https://ameblo.jp/mayn-blog/entry-12876251509.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawGwuBVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHT12PKI2bUxw618U51MsAmtu8BNyI_pQunfdxtOCprHHYuWcEsNOQ7A7Ag_aem_D0csxgHqUE_tQ-UcUg2wHw Full list of events and merchandise (same as the one posted previous;y) https://macross.jp/contents/868852?fbclid=IwY2xjawGwuJFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVEcGOxA3_O1lhbc1DkRZzon1nKJGdx6TX6cdsaaaPFiiGDGUv1iXlVoJw_aem_GDkKKU_F5oTnYg8fvD_PEg

Very likely Japan only but there might be online viewing just like the previous Macross F concert. More details as it gets closer. There more news on the way!

Yesterday's B-Day event was quite a bash! Megumi (Ranka) was also there with Shoji Kawamori (Macross creator) ! Songs performed : Pink Monsoon, Eternity, Diamond Crevasse and dd Shudista https://ameblo.jp/mayn-blog/entry-12876133231.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawGviedleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHepTw0eJJNSW41Eki4THU8XIMtZRJ_oPOBrSB3MpsaYQpY43UHxVEgAl7A_aem_glE7onxr21kPr9cTq2SA8w Among others, there were announcement of things to come in 2025! A new CD of the Greatest Frontier Songs will be release in April. A Concert in July 2025! Full listing below! https://macross.jp/contents/868852?fbclid=IwY2xjawGviuBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHbhzqDRgyKW4-8YGaRj8TZgjTE1C2INujEjux7LfsNMDGEbuVh16oLYIjg_aem_n7brfPCXv9U8JqiNYcLBdg Video!

Sheryl's B-day today 23th November 2024! Starting off the celebrations early! Today there's a special prograom in Tokyo hosted by May'n and Aya Endo! Do post your pix here if you want join in!

May'n talks about her voice coach that helped her rehabilitate after surgery on the polyps on both her vocal cords (2 pages) Later today is her Sheryl's B-day event https://www.lisani.jp/0000270590/?show_more=1

May'n will be performing at AFASG2024 this November 29th, 30th and 1st Dec

May'n - Pix from Nice to Meat You! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBjK_XOpmye/?igsh=MXVmdWh0bmhwYnMxNw%3D%3D&fbclid=IwY2xjawGIhhtleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHanfbuS2owsTUXswguez2iljW_od-jfNHekx8H3wo7gG_W_RgBaj3RRB6Q_aem_-z_rF59tab8OMGAfbT110A

21st October is our Diva's Birthday! Celebrated on 20th with concert event : Nice to MEAT you (hope she didn't devour anyone....XD) Also announced is the Christmas concert.

These are the weirdest souvenirs ever! XD May'n Road to 20th Anniversary - Nice to Meat you! Meat textured towel! Gross! XD Meat Clipper????? Standees looked nice

Part 2 of Road to 20th anniversary! Discussion with Yoko Kanno and Shiro Sasaki. Get into the mind of May'n. Quite a good read. Scroll down to : read more - for the full discussion. https://www.lisani.jp/0000267449/?fbclid=IwY2xjawF4Fh5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVVuuyjswtgCb4vtMeosuRFhPpcS_HyM5Xo6Ti-8zN9c02ETDGIX3GUElg_aem_2msdIaq7FYIAV1Jl0QiUuQ

May'n at Yamagata Pixs : Part of the exhibit https://x.com/mayn_tw/status/1844756235276726392?s=46&fbclid=IwY2xjawF3NpZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHd7g2QV5QsPk-3QbgK3H-v42Bep6DrvaqbvrbPMdbrsxCB0m_eDqynlPFQ_aem_zbaSVVeyQD4YfaYVkhQmzg Eating a tasty meal! XD https://x.com/mayn_tw/status/1844748425621074323?s=46&fbclid=IwY2xjawF3NkRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQY3EDYXsrYjNoQ5_h3g6E5IG-uAvmJGBguL6wVUq-hdhZ1tk4qqxgU27w_aem_BleE-K57IVV_YNzIrAVe0Q

A special event to commemorate Sheryl's Birthday on the 23rd November 2024 at Veats Shibuya. Aya Endo (VA) and May'n (Singer) will both host this talk show/performance event. Details : https://macross.jp/contents/857042

A mini event happening to commemorate the launch of a new channel as part of May'n Road to 20th Anniversary. 19th October at 5pm https://openrecnext.amebaownd.com/posts/55498636?fbclid=IwY2xjawFrdVZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTK4orsoYrYzS5sTlVvkFVJvxjZ69U6DarSFmdUswwtCCmXY19am7uwOlw_aem_m26kOZZlwEYroTsRnls4Ww

Strobe Fantasy dance choreography at Animate Ikebukuro!

New song from May'n - Specialz

Pix from Animate and a surprise SHERYL standee! Strobe Fantasy full ver. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OFPLesaDvo&t=8s

If you're in Japan, May'n will the Animate store Manager handing out limited number of T-shirts (May'n Doll House) 16th Sept. Ikebukuro 28th Sept. Nagoya https://www.animatetimes.com/news/details.php?id=1724382096 Some nice pix

New video from May'n - 'Strobe Fantasy'

May'n at Aomori Festival! Sure having a good time there! She sang - Northern Cross, Orange, Iteza Gogo Kuji Don't Be Late & Summer Slider https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-KvAuVpFpW/?igsh=MWlpanpuZGExenJwZA%3D%3D&fbclid=IwY2xjawEZ09pleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHUQcegs8oiDH0EBXXrj7H04V14jECRFk6Tnidr8BESEUV2NwLN4ctqMZFQ_aem_9dMALWwM8XUci5_X_6dOJA https://x.com/mayn_tw/status/1819024276655399078?s=46&fbclid=IwY2xjawEZ1f5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHS6dJskt8wdx3NH11tra6TAZMSUjtUtzu2UapVTWNzsMxMfy0YMkZBzj-A_aem_U2eew7ekNnj53INfkRh0Cg (short clip of May'n doing a stop take motion over the AOMORI letters) https://www.facebook.com/YasumoriJinno/videos/326459713893594?idorvanity=1634344926780505 (May'n performing 'Don't Be Late')

From the files of May'n Horror archives - XD She was waiting alone in a studio when.........she screamed!!! https://x.com/mayn_tw/status/1816770189515735539?s=46&fbclid=IwY2xjawEQkglleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHXDPaNYoVbKWfM6OmyY07uaxsSq8T7HQ66IOeTmN3x7J1swMovjwhASZww_aem_0Mb8qTwpDckkcrvbSQssXQ