[KAT-TUN] The 19th thread ~ 25th single TRAGEDY (10.02) + 26th single UNLOCK (02.03)

[KarenPang]

[Coverage] Highlights: Skechers' Sundown Festival Press Conference

I will just post INKT's portion

INKT is a Japanese rock band that debuted last year in 2014. Even though the band is only almost two years old, the members have had rich prior experience in the industry as members of bands previously, notably “KAT-TUN” and “High And Mighty Colour”.

They bowed to the media as they were walking in and proceeded to sit on their seats, each having a placard with their names.

When being asked what their music identity was, vocalist Tanaka Koki took the lead to answer that in their 1st Album it was about what they could learn as a new formation, what their true identity was and when they were sure of that, in their 2nd album they were more aggressive about their music and they also put in a lot more effort to showcase what they are at present and what they’re working on now.

http://kavenyou.com/sundown-festival-pc/

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Kojacon also wrote about INKT more in depth at last Fri's press conference & last Sat's Skechers' Sundown Festival

Press conference -> http://www.kojaconreport.com/2015/11...e-20-nov-2015/

Skechers' Sundown Festival concert -> http://www.kojaconreport.com/2015/11...5-21-nov-2015/

[KarenPang]

Hello Asia! - LIVE REVIEW: SKECHERS SUNDOWN FESTIVAL – MARINA PROMENADE, SINGAPORE (21.11.15)

I will just post on INKT's portion

However, it was difficult to be upset by a little bit of rain, when the next artiste was none other than INKT, the five-member Japanese outfit fronted by a very energetic Koki Tanaka. The former KAT-TUN member raised the bar yet another level higher, belting out anime-worthy rock tunes backed by his equally talented band.

Occasionally he would speak to the crowd with his smattering of English that while limited, still got the audience cheering. Of course it was obvious what the cheering was for and Tanaka delivered with plenty of fan service, whipping his hair back and forth and sticking out his tongue to tease the many fan girls who were legitly screaming “Kyaaaaa!” at his every antic.

Nonetheless it was still impressive to see them maintain that exuberance throughout the whole set and before they left they took a commemorative wefie with the crowd, who by now were newly minted INKT fans.

http://www.helloasia.com.au/reviews/...pore-21-11-15/

[KarenPang]

Happy birthday Taguchi who turns 30 :3

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Tanaka Koki responds to Taguchi Junnosuke's withdrawal from KAT-TUN

On November 27th, Tanaka Koki made a live appearance on TOKYO MX's program "Barairo Dandy" where he responded to the news about Taguchi Junnosuke's withdrawal from KAT-TUN.

When the program began, MC Shimada Youshichi touched on the subject, "It seems another KAT-TUN member quit 2 or 3 days ago?" to which Tanaka responded, "I was shocked. I didn't know about it." Then, commentator Suidobashi Hakase asked, "Did he ask you for any advice?" and Tanaka answered, "I was watching TV and I learned about it at the same time everyone else did." He added, "I support him."

Tanaka left both KAT-TUN and Johnny & Associates, Inc. back in 2013. He is currently the vocalist for rock band INKT, and is also active as an actor.

http://www.tokyohive.com/article/201...l-from-kat-tun

[KarenPang]

Tanaka Koki Comments About Taguchi Junnosuke Leaving KAT-TUN

Earlier this week, Taguchi Junnosuke revealed live on TV that he will no longer be part of KAT-TUN in spring. He made the official announcement after the group's performance at NTV's year end programme.

Few days after, former KAT-TUN member Tanaka Koki commented about this news saying that he found out about it the same time everybody did as he was watching TV that time. He also said that he supports Taguchi in his decision.

Further news broke out that Taguchi decided to leave both the group and Johnny & Associates so he can date without any restriction. He is reported to be in an 8-year relationship with actress Komine Rena.

Tanaka left KAT-TUN in 2013 when Johnny & Associates terminated his exclusive contract because of repeated violation of company rules. He continued his music career by forming rock band, INKT where he is the vocalist.

http://www.jpopasia.com/news/koki-ta...un::18700.html

[KarenPang]

[DVDRIP] KAT-TUN LIVE 2015 “quarter” 9uarter in TOKYO DOME

http://jpfiles.blog138.fc2.com/blog-entry-15186.html

[DVDISO] KAT-TUN LIVE 2015 “quarter" 9uarter in TOKYO DOME

http://jpfiles.blog138.fc2.com/blog-entry-15175.html

[KarenPang]

New Kame CM & this's for jewellery line Bijoude

https://www.facebook.com/LoveJohnnys...6346213107429/

The CM will be aired tomorrow & it features a new Kame solo song titled VANILLA KISS



Worst case scenario if KAT-TUN will disband after Taguchi leaves , Kame definitely can continue on as a solo artist , he so can *_*

[KarenPang]

KAT-TUN's Taguchi Junnosuke Apologises For Not Explaining Reason For Leaving Group

With speculation and controversy surrounding Taguchi Junnosuke's decision to leave KAT-TUN, the idol has apologised for not explaining his reason for his withdrawal.

Taguchi was a guest on the Nippon Cultural Broadcasting radio programme "Rekomen!" on November 30. It was on this show that the singer apologised for not explaining himself.

"I apologise for causing confusion to my fans and group members because my explanation was insufficient," Taguchi said.

Despite acknowledging that he had not fully explained his reason for leaving KAT-TUN, Taguchi did not go into the details behind his decision to leave.

"I'm sorry I haven't been able to convince my fans that things are ok, however, I am unable to say anything," he said.

According to various reports, it is believed that Taguchi is leaving KAT-TUN in order to date freely. The idol is rumoured to have been dating actress Komine Rena in secret for the past 8 years.

When Taguchi made his surprise announcement on live TV, the singer stated that he wanted to make progress in his personal life now that he is in his 30s.

Although his time with KAT-TUN is coming to an end, Taguchi has promised to continue working hard as a member of the group until he officially leaves. An exact date for his departure has not been set.

http://www.jpopasia.com/news/kat-tun...up::18705.html

Taguchi probably only can say the real reason/s on why he's leaving after he leaves both the group & the jimusho

Also , I think he should leave sometime around in April since 22nd March is their 10th anniversary debut

[KarenPang]

KAT-TUN will be taking part at the Johnnys Countdown 2015 - 2016

As announced earlier on during FNS Kayousai

近藤真彦、東山紀之、TOKIO、KinKi Kids、嵐、タッキー＆翼、NEWS、関ジャニ∞、KAT-TUN、Hey!Say!JUMP、Kis-My-Ft2、Sexy Zone、A.B.C-Z、中山優馬、ジャニーズWEST

https://www.facebook.com/LoveJohnnys...7496596325724/

[KarenPang]

KAT-TUN will perform at MUSIC STATION SUPER LIVE 2015

http://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/music/cont...229/index.html

[KarenPang]

Kamenashi Kazuya Plays As A Thief In Latest NTV Drama

KAT-TUN member Kamenashi Kazuya will be back on the small screen as it was announced that he will be starring in the newest NTV drama offering for January 2016, "Kaito Yamaneko" (The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko).

He will be acting alongside Hirose Suzu , whose character is a genius hacker, Narimiya Hiroki , who was recently revealed to be portraying the role of a magazine writer, and other actors like Sasaki Kuranosuke and Nanao.

The story which was based on Kaminaga Manabu's “Kaito Tantei Yamaneko Series” is about 'Yamaneko', who steals money from evil people and corporations and later unveil their evil actions.

According to Kamenashi, he finds the character fun to portray as it requires some action scenes like jumping from building to building affirming he has done such things during his previous concerts and stage musicals.

Directed by Inomata Ryuichi, "Kaito Yamaneko" will begin airing in January every Saturday at 9PM (JST).

http://www.jpopasia.com/news/kazuya-...ma::18738.html

Kame looks good in the promo picture for his new drama , that I'm not going to lie

[KarenPang]

Akanishi Jin, Kuroki Meisa and their daughter doing some shopping at a supermarket near Hiroo Station.

https://twitter.com/unleashthegeek/s...27643443851264

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Akanishi was in Beijing , China on Saturday where he attended an 尖叫2016愛奇藝之夜 awards ceremony

He won 2 awards , アジア人気アーティスト賞 & 年度音楽大賞

Photos from the event







http://natalie.mu/music/news/168468

Eh , Akanishi looks good . I haven't seen him this dapper in a really long time , after he left KAT-TUN for the 2nd time

[KarenPang]

KAT-TUN will provide the theme song for Kame's new drama Kaito Yamaneko

UNLOCK will be released as their next single after TRAGEDY

Kaito Yamaneko will start airing next Saturday night

http://natalie.mu/music/news/171956

[KarenPang]

Are Taguchi Junnosuke & Komine Rena expecting a baby? Recently moved to new apartment, she's spotted looking fuller.

https://twitter.com/unleashthegeek/s...87653280899073

Is this 1 of the many reasons on why Taguchi plans to leave ? If so , man I can't visualise him being a dad (for now)

Then again he's already 30 so ...

[KarenPang]

Johnnys Countdown 2015 - 2016 CM

https://www.facebook.com/LoveJohnnys...0012182740832/

KAT-TUN's latest CM they did for CARADA

https://www.facebook.com/LoveJohnnys...9997682742282/

LOL the 4 of them sitting together in a tea cup :3

[KarenPang]

Johnny Kitagawa says Taguchi has not officially informed him of his resignation but is open to a discussion anytime.

http://www.sponichi.co.jp/entertainm...011670680.html …

https://twitter.com/unleashthegeek/s...16913556586496

[KarenPang]

Nakamaru was so upset he cried backstage after KAT-TUN's performance at 'Best Artist 2015'.
- Shukan Josei

https://twitter.com/unleashthegeek/s...05727680274432

=(

[KarenPang]

KAT-TUN did Real Face & KISS KISS KISS earlier on at 2015 FNS Kayousai THE LIVE

Also , they took part in a special V6 medley at the beginning of the show together with other Johnnys groups

It was quite weird to hear Real Face without Akame's vocals & JOKER's rap :x

And Kame looked awesome LOL & I'm going to miss Taguchi when he leaves T_T

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Streaming video is already out

V6 medley in the beginning of the show

V6 × A.B.C-Z × ジャニーズWEST -- MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE (1995)
V6 × Sexy Zone -- Sexy.Honey.Bunny! (2011)
V6 × KAT-TUN -- TAKE ME HIGHER (1996)
V6 × NEWS -- 愛なんだ (1997)
V6 × タッキー&翼 -- HONEY BEAT (2007)
V6 × タッキー＆翼 × NEWS × KAT-TUN × Sexy Zone × A.B.C-Z × ジャニーズWEST -- WAになっておどろう (1997)

https://www.facebook.com/LoveJohnnys...4213075654076/

[KarenPang]

KISS KISS KISS earlier on at 2015 FNS Kayousai THE LIVE

https://www.facebook.com/LoveJohnnys...4271278981589/

The Facebook page user didn't upload the portion of them where they did Real Face -_-

[KarenPang]

Real Face at 2015 FNS Kayousai THE LIVE



KISS KISS KISS that's uploaded by the same user