Japanese singer-songwriter and newcomer to the music industry has enjoyed huge success this year, releasing her debut EP inside you back in March and making it to No. 1 on Recochoku’s ranking for Best New Act for the first half of 2019.
milet dropped her third EP entitled us on August 21, the title track of which was used as the main theme for the Japanese TV drama Gisou Furin. The song made it to No. 1 on Oricon’s Daily Digital Singles.
Having already dominated the charts with three releases, milet has announced that her fourth EP entitled Drown / You & I will be released on November 6.
The song Drown will be used as the second ending for the ongoing TV anime series Vinland Saga, which milet describes as her clashing with emotions to a beat that sounds like marching on the ground with intent.
The anime’s second opening theme Dark Crow will be performed by MAN WITH A MISSION, who are set to release the song as a single on October 23. milet will in fact feature as a guest vocalist on the single’s coupling song Reiwa.
Speaking about the Vinland Saga series, millet commented: “When I first stepped into the world of Vinland Saga, I felt something that I had never felt before. [The character] Thorfinn is someone who rides the invisible wave between life and death, and who lives his life while learning about a part of him he never knew before. I wrote the song about the whirlpool emotions that I feel: pain, hope, strength, and love. I clashed with my emotions when I sang, along to a beat that sounds like stomping on the ground one step at a time. I am so happy to be one small part of this wonderful series. I hope people enjoy the song together with it.”
Photo by Daisuke Sakai
She also commented on MWAM’s song Reiwa on which she will feature, saying: “When I first heard to Reiwa, my heart shook at the vocals－which feel like they are wrapping around you gently－and the powerful and majestic music which sounds like a bright white world spreading before you. I sing about the transition from the Heiwa era to the new Reiwa era and reflect on what it means to be happy. The best thing though is that I get to be a part of MAN WITH A MISSION’s music who I’ve always loved. I’m full of joy at that. Look forward to hearing us come together.”
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milet 4th EP – “Drown / You & I”
Released Date: November 6, 2019
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥1,500 (Before Tax) [SECL-2500～2501]
Regular Edition (CD): ¥1,250 (Before Tax) [SECL-2502]
Limited Pressing Edition (CD+DVD): ¥1,500 (Before Tax) [SECL-2503～2504] *Comes with special Vinland Saga packaging
milet Official Website: http://www.milet.jp/
MAN WITH A MISSION – “Dark Crow” Single
Release Date: October 23, 2019
First Press Limited Edition (CD+DVD): ¥1,800 (Before Tax) [SRCL-11320～11321]
Regular Edition (CD): ¥1,250 (Before Tax) [SRCL-11322]
Anime Edition (CD+DVD): ¥1,800 (Before Tax) [SRCL11323～11324]
Vinland Saga
Premiere Date: July 7, 2019
Available on Amazon Prime Video in Japan and overseas.
Official Website: vinlandsaga.jp
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Emotions, one of the most iconic songs by MAN WITH A MISSION, recently appeared in a special promotional video for JBC 2022, known as the festival of dirt horse racing. The video, produced by the National Association of Racing, has been posted on the NAR official YouTube channel and is being broadcast at horse racing facilities nationwide. It has also been shown on television. JBC 2022 Special Promotional Video (60-second ver.): https://youtu.be/WSmgBrB-sdM Emotions, the second single from MAN WITH A MISSION, was released in 2013 and became an instant hit, often played during concerts. At the time of its release, it was featured on Music Station and was used as the theme song for the film HK: Forbidden Super Hero. Be sure to check out the video above and get ready for some serious horse racing!
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Emotions – MAN WITH A MISSION
Released: February 20, 2013
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MAN WITH A MISSION Releases Music Video for ‘GUNDAM Iron Blooded Orphans Special Edition’ Theme Song
Rock band MAN WITH A MISSION is getting ready to release a new album, Break and Cross the Walls II, on May 25. Ahead of this exciting date, the group has revealed the music video for Blaze on YouTube! Blaze has been featured as the opening theme for Mobile Suit GUNDAM Iron Blooded Orphans Special Edition, the nine-episode digest edition of the 2015-2017 anime series, since April. The clip is packed with the anime's memorable scenes, so be sure to check it out! The theme song is also available on all popular music streaming sites. Blaze - MAN WITH A MISSION (GUNDAM Iron Blooded Orphans Special Edition Anime Music Video) https://youtu.be/rTamYmhLOaw MAN WITH A MISSION will start a nationwide tour, MAN WITH A MISSION Presents Break and Cross the Walls Tour 2022, on June 16.Information
Blaze
Streaming Links: https://MWAM.lnk.to/MDQBjwWN
MAN WITH A MISSION Official Website: http://www.mwamjapan.info/
Mobile Suit GUNDAM Iron Blooded Orphans Special Edition
Broadcast Times
MBS: Tuesdays 27:30-28:00
TOKYO MX: Tuesdays 22:29-23:00
BS11: Fridays 19:30～20:00
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Japanese rock band MAN WITH A MISSION will release their new original album Break and Cross the Walls I on November 24, 2021. The group’s first new album in three and a half years, the tracklist and artwork have just been revealed to the delight of anxious fans.
Break and Cross the Walls I Limited Edition
Break and Cross the Walls I Regular Edition
The album will be the band’s sixth original album. Originally conceived as a two-disc set, MAN WITH A MISSION decided to instead release two consecutive albums to give fans new music as soon as possible. With so much delayed or canceled due to the pandemic, it was the group’s way of giving back to those who have supported them through the continuing crisis. The sequel, Break and Cross the Walls II, is scheduled to be released in spring 2022. Break and Cross the Walls I will include seven previously released tracks, including Merry-Go-Round, the opening theme song for the popular anime series My Hero Academia and INTO THE DEEP, the theme for the Japanese release of the film Godzilla vs.Kong. The newly-released jacket art shows five wolves standing symbolically atop a chessboard. The December 2021 issue of ROCKIN’ON JAPAN magazine will feature these five animals on the front cover, along with an exclusive interview with the band. MAN WITH A MISSION Presents Merry-Go-Round Tour 2021, the band’s first arena tour in two years, will start on November 30 at Yokohama Arena. The first day of the two-day event is titled ‘Day 1: Songs of Innocence,’ and will feature songs released between 2010 and 2013. The second day, ‘Day 2: Songs of Experience,’ will cover songs post-2013.Information
Break and Cross the Walls I – MAN WITH A MISSION
Release Date: November 24, 2021
Break and Cross the Walls I Limited Edition [CD+DVD] (Early Preorder Bonus: Bookmark):
http://shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/2010100028246/
Break and Cross the Walls I Regular Edition [CD] (Early Preorder Bonus: Bookmark):
http://shop.tsutaya.co.jp/cd/product/2010100028253/
Official Site: http://www.mwamjapan.info/
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After three and half years, rock band MAN WITH A MISSION is back! The group’s new album, Break and Cross the Walls I, is set to release on November 24, 2021. This will be the band’s sixth original album and is the first album since Chasing the Horizon was released on June 6, 2018. Fans have been anticipating a new drop from the group, and this ambitious work, conceived originally as a two-disc set, won’t disappoint. Instead of waiting until all tracks were complete, MAN WITH A MISSION has decided to release two consecutive albums instead. In an interview, the band stated that with people still suffering the effects of the pandemic, it was vital to provide fans with new music to raise their spirits as soon as possible. The second album, Break and Cross the Walls II, is scheduled to release next spring. Break and Cross the Walls I will include 14 songs, including the popular track Merry-Go-Round which serves as the theme song for the anime series My Hero Academia. Fans will also recognize INTO THE DEEP, the theme for the Japanese release of the film Godzilla vs.Kong. Those buying the new album at specific stores will receive special bonus goods while supplies last. MAN WITH A MISSION Presents Merry-Go-Round Tour 2021, the band’s first arena tour in two years, will start on November 30. The first day of the two-day event is titled ‘Day 1: Songs of Innocence,’ and will feature songs released between 2010 and 2013. The second day, ‘Day 2: Songs of Experience,’ will cover songs post-2013. A guest artist will also be performing an opening act, so be sure to stay up-to-date with more tour news to come!
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MAN WITH A MISSION
Break and Cross the Walls I
Release Date: November 24, 2021
Official Site: https://www.mwamjapan.info/
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The music video for MAN WITH A MISSION's new single Merry-Go-Round will be premiering on their official YouTube channel at 18:00 on August 21. Premieres August 21, 18:00~
The song is being used as the opening theme for the second cour of anime My Hero Academia's 5th season, which is currently airing on YTV and NTV. Merry-Go-Round First Edition
My Hero Academia THE MOVIE: World Heroes was a huge hit, showing in 321 cinemas nationwide and overtaking all previous My Hero Academia box office records by exceeding ¥940 million in just four days.Merry-Go-Round Regular Edition
The anime is extremely popular overseas, while MAN WITH A MISSION have been focusing both within Japan and abroad, adding to the excitement for the new single. It has been announced that on the day of the premiere, the members will be chatting with the fans in real-time. You can set a reminder to watch the stream using the official URL. If you're a fan then don't miss this! ©堀越耕平／集英社・僕のヒーローアカデミア製作委員会Information
Merry-Go-Round
Release: September 9, 2021
<Limited First Edition> (CD+DVD) SRCL-11872~11873 Price: ¥1,500 / Tax Incl: ¥1,650
<Regular Edition> (CD+DVD) SRCL-11872~11874 Price: ¥1,000 / Tax Incl: ¥1,100
<Limited Edition> (CD+DVD) SRCL-11875~11876 Price: ¥1,500 / Tax Incl: ¥1,650
New TV Anime My Hero Academia
Official site: https://www.mwamjapan.info/
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The official website for the anime series Vinland Saga released a teaser visual for the recently-announced second season. Vinland Saga Season 2 Promotional Video
The website also posted illustrations commemorating the news by the manga's author Makoto Yukimura, director Shūhei Yabuta, and character designer Takahiko Abiru: Commemoration illustration by manga's author Makoto Yukimura
Commemoration illustration by the anime's Shuhei Yabuta
Commemoration illustration by the anime's character designer Takahiko Abiru
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Vinland Saga Season 2
Official Website: https://vinlandsaga.jp/
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/V_SAGA_ANIME