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The official Pokémon movie website has updated. Translations follow:
the 2017 movie "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You"'s
opening theme song "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-"
and ending theme song "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together"
from the "Pokémon Sheet Music Special" provided by Doremi Music Publishing Co.,Ltd.
are now available at the sheet music download store site "@ELISE"!
A total of 65 theme songs from past TV series and movies
are also available for purchase!
Prices start at 400 yen (tax not included)
For further information, see this page on the "@ELISE" sheet music download store site
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=3155
Piano Solo Sheet Music for the Theme Songs from the 2017 Pokémon Movie Go on Sale!
Affectionately arranged piano solo sheet music forthe 2017 movie "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You"'s
opening theme song "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-"
and ending theme song "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together"
from the "Pokémon Sheet Music Special" provided by Doremi Music Publishing Co.,Ltd.
are now available at the sheet music download store site "@ELISE"!
A total of 65 theme songs from past TV series and movies
are also available for purchase!
Prices start at 400 yen (tax not included)
For further information, see this page on the "@ELISE" sheet music download store site
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=3155
Sep 08 2017
ANISON Park Fes.2017
The ANISON Park Fes.2017 is being held at an outdoor stage at Hirakata Park and there will be two days that Pocket Monsters performers will be there to sing the theme songs of the popular TV anime!
Schedule: September 30 (Sat), October 1 (Sunday)
Time: 11:30
Price: Free viewing - Outdoor stage
Saturday September 30th, 2017
Performer: Tomohisa Sako - Pocket Monsters XY Opening Theme
●9月30日(土) 出演：佐香智久（代表曲：アニメ「ポケットモンスター XY」オープニングテーマ）、ほか
Sunday, October 1st, 2017
Performer: Rica Matsumoto - Pocket Monsters Opening Theme
●10月1日(日) 出演：松本梨香（代表曲：アニメ「ポケットモンスター」オープニングテーマ）、ほか
※Rain or shine. However, we may partially change or cancel the show if there is stormy weather.
※ Please refrain from acts that hinder the visibility of other viewers, such as the use of an umbrella during the performance.
* Cast performers may be changed due to circumstances.
※ Please do not photograph, shoot video or record the performance stage during the event.
Source: http://www.hirakatapark.co.jp/event/show/2017aut-anison/
The official Pokémon movie website has updated. Translations follow:
Asuca Hayashi's "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together",
The ending theme song for "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You!", which premiered today, is now available for download!
Everyone that buys the special package collection on Recochoku or mora will also receive a special wallpaper
for their smartphone or PC.
Make sure to download this and get the wallpaper!
https://erj.lnk.to/cdukJWN
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=2969
"The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together" is Now Available for Download!
Asuca Hayashi's "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together",
The ending theme song for "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You!", which premiered today, is now available for download!
Everyone that buys the special package collection on Recochoku or mora will also receive a special wallpaper
for their smartphone or PC.
Make sure to download this and get the wallpaper!
https://erj.lnk.to/cdukJWN
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=2969
The official Pokémon movie website has updated. Translations follow:
The ending theme song
The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together
Vocals: Asuca Hayashi
This song is based on "Oración" from "Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl the Movie: Dialga VS Palkia VS Darkrai", and is composed by Shinji Miyazaki and Akimitsu Honma, while Futoshi (from Aqua Timez) provides the lyrics. And the vocals will be done by Asuca Hayashi, who sang "Chiisaki Mono", the theme song to "Pocket Monsters Advanced Generation the Movie: The Seven-Day Wishing Star Jirachi".
It retains the majesty and emotion of "Oración", while being redone to the motif of this year's movie's story about Satoshi and Pikachu becoming true partners, as well as the themes of adventure and the bonds you have with your friends.
"The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together" assembles various elements from the entire history of the 20 Pokémon movies, then reconstructs them and gives birth to them anew! It truly is the kind of ending theme song suited for the 20th anniversary Pokémon movie!
A profile on Asuca Hayashi:
After her singing during the personal piano lessons she took at age 12 caught professional ears, she made her debut with the single "ake-kaze" January 22nd 2003 at the young age of 13.
After that, her first album "Saki" was released simultaneously in both Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China.
Her single "Chiisaki Mono", which was released July 9th 2003 and which acted as the theme song for "Pocket Monsters Advanced Generation the Movie: The Seven-Day Wishing Star Jirachi", got her American attention as well.
Thanks to "ake-kaze" being such a long-running hit, she was given the New Artist of the Year Award at the 18th Japan Gold Disc Award in March 2004.
"Kokoro no Mama ni", which was released March 21st 2007, was used as an insert song on the NHK morning drama serial "Imo Tako Nankin", where she also made her debut as an actress, playing a female student aiming to become a musician.
After this, she studied Chinese in Taiwan for two years. After she came back home, she appeared on Yoshimoto Kogyo's 100th Anniversary show "Yoshimoto Hyakunen Monogatari" during the June 2012 performance "Hakurai Joto, Do Dekka?", then later during the March 2013 performance "Hyakunen Kansha Kore Kara mo Yoroshiku".
This opened new possibilities for her as an "actor artist".
She gave birth to a baby boy February 16th, 2015, her first child.
At present, she has returned to doing concerts, balancing this career with her motherhood.
http://www.asuca.jp/
Available for purchase starting Saturday July 15th
A special pack collecting both "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together", as well as Asuca Hayashi's "Chiisaki Mono" and Shinji Miyazaki's "Oración" will be available!
This is a very special pack that will give you a full taste of "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together"'s history.
Included music/artist:
1) The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together/Asuca Hayashi (Epic Records Japan)
2) Chiisaki Mono (Single Mix)/Asuca Hayashi (Universal Music)
3) Oración/Shinji Miyazaki (Kadokawa/SMDE)
4) The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together (Off Vocal Ver.)/Asuca Hayashi (Epic Records Japan)
Prices:
250 yen per song, all four together for 800 yen.
For further info, click here
The opening theme song
Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-
Vocals: Rica Matsumoto
The 20th anniversary version of the first anime opening theme, "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary", will be used as the movie's opening theme song.
This song retains the qualities of the original song, but has also been reworked into a powered up arrangement that adds increased intensity. Most of the accompaniment music was recorded using acoustic musical instruments, and the vocals are an all-new recording by Rica Matsumoto, making for an extravagant piece of music that reaches a high degree of perfection!
When asked about the song, Rica Matsumoto commented "I have been singing this song for 20 years now, ever since Pokémon first started, and it's turned into the song that represents me... But now, when I was allowed to record it as a movie theme song for the first time ever, I felt really happy about having sung it all this time. I'm filled with gratitude."
"Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-" is used as the opening theme for the anime TV series "Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon" (currently airs every Thursday at 6:55pm on the TV Tokyo Network) per Thursday June 15th, and has become the talk of the town.
A profile on Rica Matsumoto:
Her father was the chairperson of a Taishu Engeki theater troupe, so she was involved in the world of theater from early childhood, and has stood on many different kinds of stages, including as an actress in both Taishu Engeki and musicals.
She also serves as a radio personality and commentator on variety news shows, etc, utilizing her naturally cheerful character and light-hearted way of talking.
"Mezase Pokémon Master", the theme song for the Pocket Monsters anime, has sold over 2 million.
She works vigorously to connect children's smiles using her self-employed Manmalu Project.
Currently available
Available for purchase at various music download sites,
including i-tunes, recochoku, mora etc.
For further info, click here
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/shudaika/
Theme songs
The ending theme song
The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together
Vocals: Asuca Hayashi
This song is based on "Oración" from "Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl the Movie: Dialga VS Palkia VS Darkrai", and is composed by Shinji Miyazaki and Akimitsu Honma, while Futoshi (from Aqua Timez) provides the lyrics. And the vocals will be done by Asuca Hayashi, who sang "Chiisaki Mono", the theme song to "Pocket Monsters Advanced Generation the Movie: The Seven-Day Wishing Star Jirachi".
It retains the majesty and emotion of "Oración", while being redone to the motif of this year's movie's story about Satoshi and Pikachu becoming true partners, as well as the themes of adventure and the bonds you have with your friends.
"The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together" assembles various elements from the entire history of the 20 Pokémon movies, then reconstructs them and gives birth to them anew! It truly is the kind of ending theme song suited for the 20th anniversary Pokémon movie!
A profile on Asuca Hayashi:
After her singing during the personal piano lessons she took at age 12 caught professional ears, she made her debut with the single "ake-kaze" January 22nd 2003 at the young age of 13.
After that, her first album "Saki" was released simultaneously in both Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China.
Her single "Chiisaki Mono", which was released July 9th 2003 and which acted as the theme song for "Pocket Monsters Advanced Generation the Movie: The Seven-Day Wishing Star Jirachi", got her American attention as well.
Thanks to "ake-kaze" being such a long-running hit, she was given the New Artist of the Year Award at the 18th Japan Gold Disc Award in March 2004.
"Kokoro no Mama ni", which was released March 21st 2007, was used as an insert song on the NHK morning drama serial "Imo Tako Nankin", where she also made her debut as an actress, playing a female student aiming to become a musician.
After this, she studied Chinese in Taiwan for two years. After she came back home, she appeared on Yoshimoto Kogyo's 100th Anniversary show "Yoshimoto Hyakunen Monogatari" during the June 2012 performance "Hakurai Joto, Do Dekka?", then later during the March 2013 performance "Hyakunen Kansha Kore Kara mo Yoroshiku".
This opened new possibilities for her as an "actor artist".
She gave birth to a baby boy February 16th, 2015, her first child.
At present, she has returned to doing concerts, balancing this career with her motherhood.
http://www.asuca.jp/
Available for purchase starting Saturday July 15th
A special pack collecting both "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together", as well as Asuca Hayashi's "Chiisaki Mono" and Shinji Miyazaki's "Oración" will be available!
This is a very special pack that will give you a full taste of "The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together"'s history.
Included music/artist:
1) The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together/Asuca Hayashi (Epic Records Japan)
2) Chiisaki Mono (Single Mix)/Asuca Hayashi (Universal Music)
3) Oración/Shinji Miyazaki (Kadokawa/SMDE)
4) The Oración Theme: Let's Walk Together (Off Vocal Ver.)/Asuca Hayashi (Epic Records Japan)
Prices:
250 yen per song, all four together for 800 yen.
For further info, click here
The opening theme song
Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-
Vocals: Rica Matsumoto
The 20th anniversary version of the first anime opening theme, "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary", will be used as the movie's opening theme song.
This song retains the qualities of the original song, but has also been reworked into a powered up arrangement that adds increased intensity. Most of the accompaniment music was recorded using acoustic musical instruments, and the vocals are an all-new recording by Rica Matsumoto, making for an extravagant piece of music that reaches a high degree of perfection!
When asked about the song, Rica Matsumoto commented "I have been singing this song for 20 years now, ever since Pokémon first started, and it's turned into the song that represents me... But now, when I was allowed to record it as a movie theme song for the first time ever, I felt really happy about having sung it all this time. I'm filled with gratitude."
"Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-" is used as the opening theme for the anime TV series "Pocket Monsters Sun & Moon" (currently airs every Thursday at 6:55pm on the TV Tokyo Network) per Thursday June 15th, and has become the talk of the town.
A profile on Rica Matsumoto:
Her father was the chairperson of a Taishu Engeki theater troupe, so she was involved in the world of theater from early childhood, and has stood on many different kinds of stages, including as an actress in both Taishu Engeki and musicals.
She also serves as a radio personality and commentator on variety news shows, etc, utilizing her naturally cheerful character and light-hearted way of talking.
"Mezase Pokémon Master", the theme song for the Pocket Monsters anime, has sold over 2 million.
She works vigorously to connect children's smiles using her self-employed Manmalu Project.
Currently available
Available for purchase at various music download sites,
including i-tunes, recochoku, mora etc.
For further info, click here
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/shudaika/
Jun 28 2017
Movie 20 Website Updates with Report on Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-'s Digital Release
The official Pokémon movie website has updated. Translations follow:
"Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-", the opening theme to "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You!", which premieres Saturday July 15th,
is now on sale!
This song, which is the 20th anniversary edition of "Mezase Pokémon Master", the opening theme to the original anime series,
retains the qualities of the original song, but has also been reworked into a powered up arrangement that adds increased intensity.
Most of the accompaniment music was recorded using acoustic musical instruments,
and the vocals are an all-new recording by Rica Matsumoto, making for an extravagant piece of music that reaches a high degree of perfection!
The digital version of "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-" will be available June 28th,
exactly 20 years after the day the "Mezase Pokémon Master" CD was released!
"Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-"'s extravagance is sure to be the talk of the town,
so download it and get yourself ready for the movie premiere!
For further info, go here!
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=2803
The Legendary Song is Back in a Powered Up Form! "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-" is Now on Sale!
"Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-", the opening theme to "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You!", which premieres Saturday July 15th,
is now on sale!
This song, which is the 20th anniversary edition of "Mezase Pokémon Master", the opening theme to the original anime series,
retains the qualities of the original song, but has also been reworked into a powered up arrangement that adds increased intensity.
Most of the accompaniment music was recorded using acoustic musical instruments,
and the vocals are an all-new recording by Rica Matsumoto, making for an extravagant piece of music that reaches a high degree of perfection!
The digital version of "Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-" will be available June 28th,
exactly 20 years after the day the "Mezase Pokémon Master" CD was released!
"Mezase Pokémon Master -20th Anniversary-"'s extravagance is sure to be the talk of the town,
so download it and get yourself ready for the movie premiere!
For further info, go here!
Source: http://www.pokemon-movie.jp/news/?p=2803
Bandai has revealed a new Music Box figure featuring Serena that will go on sale in Japan. Serena's Performance - Pocket Monsters XY&Z (Premium Bandai Limited Edition) (セレナのステージ ポケットモンスターXY&Z【プレミアムバンダイ限定】) will cost 6,372yen and pre-order's start on October 13th, 2016 at 13:00 and orders will be filled until December 31st, 2016 at 23:00. It will be delivered sometime in March 2017. The music box comes with a Princess Key and when it is inserted into the stage, it will play the song DoriDori Music Box Version (「ドリドリ」のオルゴールアレンジver.). The music box figure is 133mm high, the figure is made of ABS and PVC plastic, the stage pedestal is made of ABS plastic and the Princess Key is made of ABS and is die-cast. More images from this product are available on our Imageboard thread.
Source: http://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000107733/
The official website for the Pocket Monsters XY&Z Character Song Project has updated with the revelation of the 6th song which will be The Pikachu Song (ピカチュウのうた). The song will debut during Pocket Monsters XY&Z Episode 36 which airs on August 4th, 2016 and the entire song is sung by Pikachu.
The XY&Z -movie ver.- debuts today as part of the 19th Pocket Monsters movie. It is available to purchase as a single from music services such as: iTunes, mora and recochoku. Details of this digital music collection have been added to our CD database.
What is the Pokémon Character Song Project?
In order to liven up Satoshi and his friends' adventure, a music laboratory constantly researches music. The songs that have been researched at the laboratory then get sent to everyone that love Pokémon by "The Character Song Project" and the designated executive producer of this character project is, incredibly enough: Good old Tomohisa Sako of "Getta Banban" fame!! The "character song project" will involve a wide variety of characters singing!! Look forward to it!!Source: http://www.pokemon-xyz-charactersongproject.com/
May 02 2016
Pokémon The Movie XY Volcanion and the Ingenious Magearna Music Collection - Blu-Spec CD2
The soundtrack for the 19th Pokémon Movie - Volcanion and the Ingenious Magearna has been announced by Sony Music. This album will be the first Pokémon CD to feature the Blu-Spec CD2 technology. A Blu-spec CD can be played on all standard CD players.
"Blu-spec CD2 employs the Phase Transition Mastering, the technology developed for mastering of Blu-ray discs, to further perfect the acclaimed characteristics of Blu-spec CD. Fully compatible with standard CD players, Blu-spec CD2 completely alters the experience of music."
The CD will be available in Japan on July 27th, 2016 for 2700yen. It's catalog number is MHCL-30391. The CD has been added to our database and will be updated when more information is revealed.
Sources: http://www.blu-speccd2.jp/
"Blu-spec CD2 employs the Phase Transition Mastering, the technology developed for mastering of Blu-ray discs, to further perfect the acclaimed characteristics of Blu-spec CD. Fully compatible with standard CD players, Blu-spec CD2 completely alters the experience of music."
The CD will be available in Japan on July 27th, 2016 for 2700yen. It's catalog number is MHCL-30391. The CD has been added to our database and will be updated when more information is revealed.
Sources: http://www.blu-speccd2.jp/
May 02 2016
Pokémon Jukebox app Discontinued on Google Play
The Pokémon Company has announced that the Pokémon Jukebox app will be discontinued on Google Play as of June 30th, 2016. No official reason for the app being discontinued was revealed but the high cost per track seems to be the main cause. The app was free but tracks cost $0.99 for single tracks and $1.99 for medleys. The Pokémon music is significantly cheaper on CD's or via iTunes. The app only lasted approximately a year on Google Play.
Then, as of June 30, 2016, all other service for the app will end. You will still be able to launch the app and listen to any music you have already purchased and downloaded. However, you will not be able to download any music, including music you have erased.
Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/us/app/pokemon-jukebox/ and http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2016/04/160428_pc01.html
Press Release
As of May 31, 2016, the Pokémon Jukebox app will no longer be available for download via Google Play, and new music will not be available for purchase. This includes re-downloading the app if you have deleted it or have changed devices.Then, as of June 30, 2016, all other service for the app will end. You will still be able to launch the app and listen to any music you have already purchased and downloaded. However, you will not be able to download any music, including music you have erased.
Sources: http://www.pokemon.com/us/app/pokemon-jukebox/ and http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2016/04/160428_pc01.html
Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions has announced a new stop on their tour, this time in Paris, France for two shows on Saturday, October 8th, 2016 at 8:00PM and Sunday, October 9th, 2016 at 2:00PM at Le Grand Rex. Ticket prices range form 49,00 € to 139,00 € depending on the seat.
Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions Embarquez pour un voyage musical et épique !
Imaginé et créé pour un orchestre complet, Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions offre aux fans et aux nouveaux venus de tous âges la chance de vivre l’évolution de la série Pokémon comme jamais auparavant !
Retrouvez vos amis pour attraper, battre et échanger les Pokémon de vos jeux favoris, et découvrez des arrangements orchestraux totalement inédits, synchronisés avec une projection sur écran des jeux Pokémon récents et classiques :
Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue
Pokémon Yellow
Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver
Pokémon Crystal
Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire
Pokémon Emerald
Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl
Pokémon Platinum
Pokémon Black and Pokémon White
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y
« Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions est un show spectaculaire des plus célèbres musiques de la franchise Pokémon depuis 20 ans. Le concert est une forme de remerciement pour les fans et une invitation à partager notre passion pour Pokémon en faisait revivre les meilleurs moments vécus avec la série. Nous attendons les fans de tous âges à venir savourer ensemble cet évènement orchestral Pokémon. » J.C. Smith, Pokémon Company International
En présence de la chef d’orchestre Susie Benchasil Seiter, du compositeur et arrangeur Chad Seiter et du directeur artistique et producteur Jeron Moore, interprété par le Sinfonia Pop Orchestra.
« Les fans de la première heure vont adorer revoir leurs souvenirs d’enfance joués juste devant eux. » – Game Music Online
« C’est quelque chose de purement magique que vous devez absolument expérimenter par vous-même ! » – Hardcore Gamer
Sources: http://grandrex.fnacspectacles.com and http://www.pokemonsymphony.com
Press Release
Overlook Events présente Une production Princeton EntertainmentPokémon: Symphonic Evolutions Embarquez pour un voyage musical et épique !
Imaginé et créé pour un orchestre complet, Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions offre aux fans et aux nouveaux venus de tous âges la chance de vivre l’évolution de la série Pokémon comme jamais auparavant !
Retrouvez vos amis pour attraper, battre et échanger les Pokémon de vos jeux favoris, et découvrez des arrangements orchestraux totalement inédits, synchronisés avec une projection sur écran des jeux Pokémon récents et classiques :
Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue
Pokémon Yellow
Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver
Pokémon Crystal
Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire
Pokémon Emerald
Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl
Pokémon Platinum
Pokémon Black and Pokémon White
Pokémon X and Pokémon Y
« Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions est un show spectaculaire des plus célèbres musiques de la franchise Pokémon depuis 20 ans. Le concert est une forme de remerciement pour les fans et une invitation à partager notre passion pour Pokémon en faisait revivre les meilleurs moments vécus avec la série. Nous attendons les fans de tous âges à venir savourer ensemble cet évènement orchestral Pokémon. » J.C. Smith, Pokémon Company International
En présence de la chef d’orchestre Susie Benchasil Seiter, du compositeur et arrangeur Chad Seiter et du directeur artistique et producteur Jeron Moore, interprété par le Sinfonia Pop Orchestra.
« Les fans de la première heure vont adorer revoir leurs souvenirs d’enfance joués juste devant eux. » – Game Music Online
« C’est quelque chose de purement magique que vous devez absolument expérimenter par vous-même ! » – Hardcore Gamer
Sources: http://grandrex.fnacspectacles.com and http://www.pokemonsymphony.com
