Crystal Kay's new single "Namida no saki ni" finally hit the airwaves! YAY!!! Ureshii desyo! The Actual single doesn't come out till June 11th. Fortunately, YouTube user Auzzztin uploaded a radio rip for us to listen. Arigato gozaimasu! As with many of CK's songs, I'm feeling it. If you haven't heard it yet and if you love Crystal Kay, then you'll definitely love this track. If this is your first time listening to her then you'll definitely be in for a treat.
Crystal Kay-涙のさきに
I hope the music video comes out soon. I'm excited! I can't wait to hear the rest of the album. Lets hope for more great music for Crystal Kay. Here's the song that made me a fan of CK
Crystal Kay-Candy
*While it's still fresh. Here are some great tracks from French songstress Leslie.*
Real talk, I'm falling for SNSD(Girls Generation) member Yoona.
She is a super cute. There's something about her that makes me all giddy inside(gay moment). Here are a couple of vids of Yoona being Yoona. Check them out. Sooo beautiful.
Vitamin Yoona (there's more than one commercial. keep watching.)
Yoona in a robe
Yoona's miscalculation calculation station (SNSD is in here too!)
What do you think? Beautiful ne? Sigh...I can only dream...a perverted dream...sigh...
Well, its official. I've graduated from Sacramento State. I have to say it feels good. No classes. No more sleepless nights. Life is going to be good. Oh, here's a picture of my classmates and I during the Sacramento State's Department of Design Show.We've gone through so much together. I'm gonna miss them so much. I promised to keep in touch with all of them. I wish the best for everyone here. I hope that we all find our own individual successes in life to keep us happy and sane.
This weekend was crazy. Party after party after party. Too much Grey Goose, patron, and vodka in my system. Surprisingly, I wasn't that drunk. Maybe I was. Anyways, enough about drinking. I've finally got a chance to catch up with some old friends. I had a little graduation party on Saturday. Here's a pic from my graduation party with some of my good friends .I love these guys and gals to def. Props out to my boy Ben who couldn't make it. He's up in New York doing his thang.
A lot of people have been asking me, "yo B! now that you've graduated, what's next for you?" Well, vacation first of all. As most of you already know I'll be in Japan for three weeks. During my time there I'll be proposing to my girl. I don't know how I'm going to do it, but I'll make sure I do it in a creative way. I already bought my girlfriends ring this weekend. I'll reveal the picture after I propose to her. I'll keep y'all updated on that. After that, its time for a job change. I'll be looking for a graphic design job when I come back.
Its going to an exciting ride y'all. I'm finally becoming an adult and becoming more responsible as a person. I never thought I could make it this far in life. I think without such great friends, family, and my girl, I would be sitting on my ass not having a clue about life. I want to make everybody proud so I'll be doing my best and giving it my all for everyone. Especially for my future wife. Like I said, I'll definitely keep you posted on what's going on with the BentoBeatboxer. Moving on...
For the past couple days I've been playing this song from the korean girl group SNSD (Girls Generation). The song is called "Kissing You." I'm addicted to this song yo! I played this song so many times and I just can't get enough of it. The girls here are so cute and so talented vocally and mentally. Check out their video "Kissing You."
SNSD(Girls Generation)-Kissing You
So far I gots the hots for Jessica, SeoYoung, Yoona, and Yuri. SOOOOO CUTE!!! If you like what you see, visit their official website here
Click on pic to go to Girls Generation's official web page.
Alright everyone. I'll be having a little more time on my hands so expect more postings on what's good in Japanese, Korean, and French Music. Take care and stay blessed!
Woo I'm officially done with classes! I was going to enter this entry yesterday, but after I got home around 800pm I fell asleep. Woke up. Saw the time. Next thing I knew, It was 430am! Man, I must've been exhausted. Well, I haven't slept in the past two days. Not healthy at all, but it was worth it. A good friend of mine who was in the design program dropped the program not to long ago. He put his health on the line for this program that eventually led to his breakdown. I didn't even know he was going through a lot pressure and stress. He didn't really say anything. I only wish I could've caught him sooner to help him out. Graphic Design is a fuckin' hard ass field when it comes to concept, creation, and implementation to final the application. I don't think many people realize that. Anyways, no matter what your major is, remember that your health is important. Don't forget that. Remember to have people around to motivate you too. The only thing keeping me alive in this program was my girlfriend. I thought about her every time I felt like giving up. I didn't want to let her down because that's where my hearts and future is at. What I'm saying is find your motivation to keep going.
Here's a classic song that I grew up with that also motivated me. I hope this will inspire you and motivate you all to do something special in your lives. Check it
Willy Wonka-Pure Imagination
This is me playing the same song...umm...enjoy?
Alright everyone. I have two more things to do with school. 1. Design show. 2. Graduation. I'll report back after to let you know whats up. take care everyone. peace.
My fellow bloggers. This is my last week of college. My last official day is this Tuesday. After that, I graduate Friday. I'm holding my breath. I'm almost there. I can finally reenter the public and have an actual life again. I'm looking forward to going out again. What I really want to do is hang out with my friends. I haven't seen them in so long. The Graphic Design program really takes its toll on your social life that you don't have time to hang out. I also want to hang out with my brother and hit the music studio up. I haven't done that in a while. I'm looking forward to hitting it up. I"m also looking forward to working out. Damn, I got fat. I'm going to lose some weight. At least before I go to Japan. I want to make sure I beeez sexy yo! Jk.
Well, I leave it at that. I have a meeting in a couple of minutes. I'll report back after. Meanwhile, here's a cool vid from
These girls are hottttt. Literally, dripping wet with sweat. Anyways, the dance routine in this music video is nothing but fire.
You know I had to put this next group in
Perfume-Ceramic Girl (Japanese)
I'm still going crazy for Kashiyuka. Kawaii! I gots the hots for Nocchi san too! Woo!
So what cha think? Kick ass asian girls right? I really want to see these girls perform live. They definitely got the talent as well as the looks. Sexy sexy!
On another note, you're boy Bento Beat Boxer is graduating on May 23rd! One more week to go then I'm finally done with school. If you're wondering, I'll be graduating with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Graphic Design. My plans after graduation are to take a month vacation. I'll be in Japan during June through July. I'll be staying with my girlfriend and her parents house. It's going to be great. I can't wait. Waku waku desu! This time I'll have a digital camera with me so I can take pics. Last time I brought an analog camera and well, taking pictures was a little difficult. Even so I caught some nice glimpses in Japan. Here's a pic from Mt. Aso and Kawasuigen.
Enjoy everyone. It's time for me to go. Take care. I'll report to you before graduation. Peace peoples!
Damn, thank you bbbghq for uploading this hi-res vid of Perfume's song "Macaroni." Why is it called that? Don't ask me why. I don't know, but it sure hell sounds like a good song...even though they lip synced it. Believe it or not, your boy Bentobeatboxer has this track on loop in iTunes. Yupperz! Enjoy!
I've said it before and I'll say it again. Kashiyuka looks so cute. Freakin' kawaii! The girls dance moves in this performance is just so cute too. Totally gay right? Who cares. I'm loving their music. Enjoy everyone.
OMG! I love Perfume even more after watching this video. Here are the girls cooking my favorite Japanese dish "Okonomiyaki! (お好み焼き)"Yaaah! おいしい!!! This video actually promotes Perfume's new album "Game." I recently bought the album and damn its hot stuff. I suggest you pick it up and give it a listen.
I love it!!! A-chan said she always puts cheese on her okonomiyaki. Interesting, I have to try that next time. Yummmm! Ok, a couple things about the interview:
1. Kashiyuka is so cute
2. I want to touch Nocchi's legs
3. A-chan is such a comedian
Yeh, I'm a nerd. Whatever. Nerds got style yo. So don't hate. Anyways, enjoy the vid.
Ladies and gentlemen, the mic has been burnt to a crisp. French Hip Hop duo Indelebile's song "Rien n'avance" featuring Medis is hot! These guys are no Bakar or Supa Saian Crew, but they got skills and style. I'm feeling it.
Indelebile-Rien n'avance (No advance-translated by worldlingo.com)
The French language was really made for rapping, although at times it sounds like they are salivating out the mouth when they bust a rhyme. Even so, I love french hip hop. Much respect!
Here's some more emcees I respect.
Féfé and Leeroy (Supa Saian Crew) featuring Idir-Je viens de là où l'on m'aime (I go where I'm loved)
Enjoy everyone. Au Revoir!
*AH Man I had to add this one in. This vid shows how Kreva gets down on the MPC drum/sampler.
Some Highlights that made my day in consequential order:
Sensei Forrest gave praise to my print work. COOL!!! My groups 2nd presentation installment is done. PHEWWW!!! Sensei Amos gave praise to my work I did last minute. RELIEF!!! CSU Sacramento's Japanese Culture Night is May 4. YATTA!!! I got some actual sleep! YESSS!!! Hillary won Pennsylvania. WOOO!!!!
I feel good. Life is great right now. To celebrate the moment here is new artist Shimizu Shota with his song "Home" uploaded by KeJuniors. Thanks homie!
Shimizu Shota 清水翔太 - Home
My girl and I were watching this vid and we both were like "Damn, he looks so freakin' young!" Even so he's a damn good singer. I look forward to hear more great hits from Shota. Rock on young star!
If you are not in the know, you got to get up to speed with these guys. This group is called UMin and they are one of the most creative japanese dancers I've seen. They're movements are intricate, animated, and detailed. I'm amazed with their routines in how they sync their movements to the beat. These guys made their American Debut on Missy Elliots video "Ching-a-ling. Check out their routine they did for the Japanese clothing store Uniqlo. Damn thats hot!
In case you haven't seen the vid yet. Here's Missy's Vid where they made their American debut.
5weeks of school left! Holy crap I can't believe it! I'm excited. I have to keep my momentum strong through these last few weeks. It's been hard to do so but I'm taking it day by day to stay focused and on schedule for these last weeks. Wish me luck.
With all this work, I needed to take a break. I found Perfume's new video "Secret Secret," uploaded by Izuya911 on YouTube. Arigatou! <(^¿^)>
PERFUME-SECRET SECRET
I'm feeling this track. The girls are really cute in this video. I like their dance moves-quirky and robotic. Also, Kashiyuka and Nocchi is looking quite kawaii. I think I'll be picking up their album in the near future. Ok time to go back to work. Peace y'all!
Tonight's video highlights capture both emotion and visual stimulation. I'm not talking about masturbating while watching a porno. If that's your thing than go for it. haha! I'm talking about songs that strike emotion and are created to highly visually appealing videos. Capturing a beautiful song and translating that into something visually is a hard thing to do. These videos I felt captured the essence of the song. Without further adieu, here are the videos of tonight! Enjoy!
Park Yongha
永遠(Translation:Eien- Eternity, Forever, etc.)
Mika Nakashima
桜色舞うころ (Translation: Sakura iro mau koro- "When we dance in the Cherry Blossoms color," http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sakurairo_Mau_Koro)
Let me introduce to you another japanese girl group, Perfume. This group consists of 3 girls whose names are Kashiyuka, A-chan, and Nocchi. They are a japanese techno pop trio that, well, has captured my heart with their kawaii digitized voices and wowed me with their innovative videos. Their style of singing is very cute and fun. Even in their live performances they still maintain their digitized voices. You know, I'm a sucker for techno music. I've made some techno music back in the day. Here's a little secret no one knows, but I will share with you know. I'm a big techno fan! Ya dig?! Anyways, their music is pretty hot. I'm digging it. I hope you will too.
Here's the new video from the Canadian brothers Monkey Majik. Their new music video Together is a feel good comfort song. Definitely, another Monkey Majik hit. If you haven't heard of these guys yet, be sure to check out their earlier tracks. For some gaijin(foreigners) they sing and speak Japanese very well. Please enjoy "Together."
It's been a while since I've heard a Japanese girl group who harmonizes perfectly. They are still quite young, but I'm sure with time they can really hone in their vocal talents. Take a listen to Bright. They'll surely win you over with their graceful voices.
Let's start with their new video
Sora Iro
Here's a little preview from their first single w/acapella.
Their first single-Brightest Star
These girls are phenomenal right!? Kawaii too! I can't wait for their album to come out. I'll be on the look out for it. Alright everyone have a wonderful weekend and stay genki!
The final show was something to remember. America's Best Dance crew brought out all of the contestants from the competition in a collaborative dance montage. The west coast versus the midwest versus the east coast. I'll be a little biased because I'm the bay area, CA, but the west coast crews tore it up. Kabba Modern, Jabbawockies, and Fysh n Chicks...man....Nothing but Fire!
Now, the verdict...
JABBAWOCKIES
VS.
STATUS QUO
both crews gave it there all, but there can only be one winner.
If you haven't heard of these guys then you must be living under a rock. Jabbawockies is bar none, the best dance crew in America so far. I'm proud to represent these guys because they show that asians and pacific islanders can rock the dance floor like no other. These guys are featured on Randy Jackson's Americas Best Dance Crew competition. By far, no one can touch them. They are going up against the Group Status Quo. Granted these guys have skill too, but they don't have the passion and movements like Jabbawockies. Check out these vids from the show. If you like what you see VOTE Jabbawockies!!!
WELCOME to Bento Beat Boxing. This blog features music, art, and film from Japan, Korea, and France. On occasion there will be some highlights from the good ole USA and other parts of the world as well as some tidbits from my personal life.
