Up-Front Thread

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Hoshibe Sho's Christmas singing video "Christmas Bungee Jump" Acapella (BEYOOOOONDS' Gannen Bungee Jump) with CC subs

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Nakajima Takui will release self-covers of "Adrenaline Dame" (Tsubaki) and "Kuyashii wa" (ANGERME) and a new song "Tte Iinagara", on Jan. 29th. His first self-cover release since becoming independent from Upfront

https://natalie.mu/music/news/555376

The new song, "Tte Iinagara" is a dance number that I created by putting everything I learned from being allowed to write for Hello Pro.

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ANGERME and Tsubaki Factory video messages promoting Nakajima Takui's self-cover digital single release today (1/29)




H!P fan Hama Okamoto video message also promoting Takui's new song

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Taisei is promoting a new Job listing from Upfront, position in the Recording Division as a Recording Director for Hello! Project

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Upfront Works, Inc. is engaged in a wide range of entertainment business from CD, Blu-ray and other package and distribution business to concert and event planning and production for artists belonging to the Upfront Group.

We are looking for a director to produce music for our artists.
This job supports artists' music creation from music ordering to recording live performances.
Join us in creating the future of Hello! Project, now in its 26th year, and M-line Music, which is made up of graduates!
https://qsicman.com/job/1181170

[Idol Tenshoku Ondo]

I wish this would mean more music releases per year per group, especially with another group coming eventually, but it probably doesn't and I shouldn't get my hopes up. Maybe we'll see in time...

[Celedam]

That is Taisei's job, so he's advertising for either a deputy or a replacement. Or, most likely, the former to become the latter.

[Shoujo Q]

They need more blood in the director pool. Now with a VERY active M-Line, I feel like the releases have suffered a lot. I hope they are expanding the team and not simply it being a case of Taisei moving on.

[sukibeam]

I wish this would mean more music releases per year per group ...

I'm hoping this too. Surely they have to know fans aren't particularly happy with the ever lessening number of releases per year? Momusu has become so stale for me having only 1 single/year, and I'm sure Biyo fans feel that too. I feel like I barely know 16th/17th gens.

Taisei is only 54, so hopefully it's more a matter of getting another person in there to help produce for the growing list of active artists. I mean, maybe he wants to move on to other ventures, but I certainly can't see someone as young as he is going into retirement so early.

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Upfront Promotion (Hello! Project talent) has a new job listing looking for a talent manager to work for Hello! Project.
https://qsicman.com/company/110404890

From Recruiter

Talent who bring dreams and excitement to the world through TV and live performances... Behind the scenes, there is always the support of the manager and sales desk.
It is the work of the manager and sales desk that holds the key to whether or not the talent in our charge will grow to become even more brilliant.
Our mission is to fully support the activities of the talents according to their popularity, recognition, and personalities.
We actively communicate with the staff and all related parties to set the stage for the talent to shine.
It is a behind-the-scenes job, not a showy one, and it can be hard work at times, but even so, when you witness a talent's moment of brilliance, you will feel a joy that is irreplaceable.

Talent Manager wanted!

Would you like to grow with the talent you are in charge of?
We are looking for someone who can be flexible and adaptable to the situation.
You must always be cheerful and energetic, and like to support others.
Able to pay attention to details and communicate smoothly with people around you.
Able to work proactively with a sense of speed and responsibility.
Have an interest in the entertainment industry.
You must be mentally and physically tough.
We look forward to hearing from you.
https://qsicman.com/job/1082050

[Shoujo Q]

So, they finally going to debut the KKS Unit and need a manager to support them or are they already planning on creating another unit?