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NANA PREMIUM LIVE
3.30.07 - OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) and ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES)
LIVE AT SHIBUYA-AX
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NANA PREMIUM LIVE
OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) performing live at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at SHIBUYA-AX. Photo by Masayuki Noda
M
arch 30th, 2007 was the “NANA”
event of the year!
The two anime/manga rivals
REIRA of TRAPNEST and NANA of
BLACK STONES came together for a
one night performance at SHIBUYA-AX.
Representing their anime counterparts,
OLIVIA (REIRA) and Anna Tsuchiya
(NANA), “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”
was a huge draw for fans of the manga and
anime series.
The show was a special event in which
the only way to gain entrance was to purchase a “ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA
(BLACK STONES)” (CTCR-14537) or
“OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST)”
(CTCR-14536) album that were both
released on Feb. 28th.
Inside was a voucher that one had to
send in but that only gave the person a
chance of obtaining a ticket.
Out of the 10,000 people who sent in
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their tickets, only 1,700 were allowed to
attend “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”.
Though not the largest hall in Tokyo,
SHIBUYA-AX was the perfect location for
the live.
It’s just small enough to give the concert
a cozy feeling while still holding the massive crowd that were waiting to get in.
Inside was a sparse stage with the main
decoration being the bands banners, which
were displayed against the back wall.
To the front of the stage hung a large
semi-transparent screen which drew a lot
of curious remarks from the crowd.
At standing room only, the hall was
quickly packed to its limit with eager
“NANA”, Anna Tsuchiya and OLIVIA
fans.
Everyone settled down as the house
lights dimmed and a movie started to project across the screen.
On it was a beautiful video which
displayed mixed images of OLIVIA and
Reira.
As it ended the sole silhouette of
OLIVIA appeared on the screen with the
opening chords for “a little pain” began to
play.
The silhouette began singing, continuing
in this manner until reaching the chorus, at
which point the screen was dropped.
There before the audience stood OLIVIA donning a classic Reira outfit; a floor
length flowing white dress with a large
white flower in her hair.
This was the moment her fans had been
waiting for and the hall erupted in cheers.
Most of the fans were expecting OLIVIA to perform a small selection of her
songs but were instead treated to all nine of
her “inspi’ REIRA” tracks.
Everyone there agreed that she sung
beautifully that night; removing any doubt
as to whether or not she would be able
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SET LIST
OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST)
01. a little pain
02. Tell me
03. Recorded Butterflies
04. Winter sleep
05. Starless Night
06. Nothing’s gonna take my love
07. Rock you
08. Wish
09. Shadow of Love
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA
(BLACK STONES)
01. LUCY
02. rose
03. Without You
04. scream
05. Take me out
06. Stand by me
07. ANARCHY IN THE UK
08. I’m addicted to you
09. zero
10. Kuroi Namida
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES) performing live at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at
SHIBUYA-AX. Photo by Masayuki Noda
to stand her musical ground against the
rockin’, punkish style of Anna Tsuchiya.
Her voice was dramatic and filled with
emotion as she danced around the stage to
the delight of the onlookers.
Upon reaching her final song “Shadow
of Love”, OLIVIA introduced it as one of
her favorite “inspi’ REIRA” songs and gave
thanks to Yazawa Ai.
Amazing as it was, the favorite of the
night seemed to be “Winter Sleep”.
Stunning her fans, OLIVIA delivered an
impressive performance with her flawless
pitch and perfect high notes.
At the end of her set, the singer was
greeted with a loud applause.
After OLIVIA and her band left the
stage there was a short break to prepare for
Anna Tsuchiya.
Though instead of moving directly
into the next performance, OLIVIA was
followed by a special guest, Paku Romi,
the voice actress of the punk rocker Nana
Oosaki from the “NANA” animated series.
“NANA” fans were both stunned and
moved by this wonderful surprise.
To their pleasure Romi chatted with both
the MC and the audience for quite a while.
She even read some of her lines from the
anime, acting out scenes that were displayed
on the repositioned screen.
Before leaving, she promised the
audience a night they wouldn’t forget and
quoted the famous “NANA” line, “Konban wa, Blast desu!” (Good evening, we’re
Blast!).
As she exited the stage, the screen
started displaying a new video.
This time it was filled with images of
Nana O. and Anna Tsuchiya.
The phrases “MUSIC For Life” and
“Sing or die” appeared.
Truer words were never written, as these
are the beliefs that both Anna and the
ENCORE (both performers):
01. a little pain
02. Rose
fictional punk rocker live by.
With a sudden blast of guitar, the screen
fell down and Anna appeared.
She started her set off with the fast
paced rock song “LUCY”.
It was obvious by the high audible
screams and yelling from excited fans
that ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA
(BLACK STONES) was a fan favorite.
As Anna bounced around the stage, the
fans created a chaotically organized mosh
pit.
Anna’s powerful stage presence seemed
to reach a new level that night; as she came
off appearing incredibly cool and sexy to the
fans.
She interacted with the audience often,
walking near the excited crowd and turning
the microphone toward them often, encouraging them to sing along with her and the
fans obliged.
Her songs initiated special light effects
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OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) performing live at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at SHIBUYA-AX. Photo by Masayuki Noda
NANA PREMIUM LIVE
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES) performing live at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at SHIBUYA-AX. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) and ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES) performing live at NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at SHIBUYA-AX.
Photo by Masayuki Noda
that had been absent during OLIVIA’s
performance, including a disco ball which
cast a dreamlike sparkle upon the entire
venue.
Her voice had a lot of power and
stamina which Anna used to keep the
crowd mesmerized as she performed all 10
of her “inspi’ NANA” tracks.
Her final song “Kuroi Namida” was
an amazing ending to her set. Her voice
held so much emotion as she sang the sad
lyrics that a few of the fans in the audience
were moved to tears.
To everyone, it seemed that just as
quickly as the evening had started it was
over, bringing a slight rebellion from the
audience who wanted more.
The crowed didn’t have to chant too
long for an encore before Anna and her
band returned to the stage.
To everyone’s surprise, OLIVIA walked
out along with them wearing a sexy outfit.
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There were cheers of excitement as the
music for “a little pain” started up once
again and both started to sing the song
together.
Although Anna’s voice is more powerful then OLIVIA’s, she did a great job of
holding her own vocally.
The crowd only had a few moments to
absorb what they had just witnessed when
there was an explosion of metallic streamers and the singers started their next duet
of “rose”.
Their voices where a wonderful contrast, blending in amazing sweet and tart
tones.
The fans were captivated and needless
to say, the encore was easily the highlight
of the evening.
Both of the singers and their fans
seemed to enjoy it tremendously as
OLIVIA and Anna performed together
on stage, arms linked around each others
shoulders, singing to one and other and
then to the audience.
After the performance of “rose”, OLIVIA, Anna and her band made a grand
bow and offered the audience many “thank
you’s”.
Soon afterwards, they were joined by
their band members and returned to the
stage for the final bow.
Together they gathered in front of
“NANA” creator Ai Yazawa, who was
sitting in the front row and screamed,
“Yazawa-san, SAIKO” (Ms. Yazawa, you
are the best!).
The curtains closed, ending what had
been an extremely exciting evening for
“NANA” fans in Japan.
“NANA PREMIUM LIVE” was an
exciting concert and will be remembered
as the day OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA and
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA shared
the same stage, performing together.
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NANA PREMIUM LIVE
~FROM BEGINNING TO END~
PHOTOGRAPH Y BY MASAYUKI NODA
A LOOK AT “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” AT SHIBUYA-AX
FROM THE OPENING TO THE END OF THE CONCERT PERFORMANCE
FEATURING OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) and ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES)
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TOP PHOTO: People begin to gather around SHIBUYA-AX for “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”.
BOTTOM PHOTO: People start to enter the venue. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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Upon entering SHIBUYA-AX, people are greeted with cardboard cutouts of NANA and BLACK STONES and TRAPNEST characters
from the popular “NANA” manga and anime series.. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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PHOTO: Inside SHIBUYA-AX for “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”, people can purchase “NANA” related merchandise. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) kicks things off at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at SHIBUYA-AX. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST) singing at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”. Photo by Masayuki Noda
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES) performing at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” at SHIBUYA-AX. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES) performing at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”. Photo by Masayuki Noda
OLIVIA and ANNA TSUCHIYA join forces for the encore of “a little pain” and “rose” at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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OLIVIA and ANNA TSUCHIYA performing “rose” and taking a bow together at “NANA PREMIUM LIVE”. Photo by Masayuki Noda
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A flyer for a “NANA PREMIUM LIVE” LIVE KARAOKE on April 30th.
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A promotional flyer for “NANA BEST” and performances for Anna Tsuchiya and OLIVIA. Image courtesy of Avex Entertainment, Inc.
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A promotional flyer for OLIVIA’s August 12, 2007 concert at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO.
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A promotional concert flyer for Anna Tsuchiya’s upcoming Summer 2007 concerts.
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worldgroove
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A J!-ENT MUSIC REVIEW
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’
NANA (BLACK STONES)
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA
(BLACK STONES)
Mad Pray Records
CTCR-14537
DURATION: 42:34
RELEASE DATE: February 28, 2007
Website: http://www.anna-t.com
Click here to purchase ANNA TSUCHIYA music
on iTunes
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10.
ros e
W it hou t Yo u
z ero
s c ream
Tak e m e o u t
K uroi N a m i d a
I ’m add i c t e d t o y o u
LUCY
ros e -St r e e t L i v e E d i t i o nK uroi N a m i d a - T V L i v e Ed itio n -
DV D:
Durat ion: 1 0 m i n u t e s , 4 : 3 , R e g io n 2
NA N A S P E C I A L S T R E E T L I VE at Shinjuku
St at ion S q u a r e 2 5 t h J u l y 2 0 0 6
01. ros e
02. z ero
03 . K u r o i N a m i d a - B L A C K STONES original
animat ion c l i p ( S t u d i o L i v e T V size ve r ) -
< Bringing Rock Music to the Masses
Japanese rocker Anna Tsuchiya brings her flair to “NANA” anime series
Nana, the protagonist for the self titled
anime is brought to life by rocker Anna
Tsuchiya.
Though not an actual punk herself
Anna does a good job of portraying
one. Her music breaths life into the
complicated character drawing upon not
only her outward toughness but the inner
vulnerability Nana normally reframes from
showing.
The album contains all of her OP
and ED themes and insert songs, with
the original “NANA” opening, “Rose”,
beginning the album.
In it Anna sings about the pain Nana
endured throughout her youth and her
need to feel loved.
“Without You” is a great rock song with
hints of punk hidden within the guitar riffs.
The lyrics are a declaration of Nana’s
belief that she doesn’t need anyone in her
life, displaying her pride and need for self
sufficiency.
“zero” follows in the same style, lyrically
it’s another testament to Nana’s need to
do things her way.
“scream” utilizes Anna’s raspy voice,
backing it with heavy bass and steady rock
guitars. It stands out from the other tracks
do to its more hard-hitting rock sound.
While the others have some melodic
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elements, “scream” comes across as what
most would consider a true rock song;
rough and at times slightly chaotic.
“Take me out” is the first slower track
on the album.
A lovely power rock ballad, Anna’s
voice almost seems sweet backed by the
melodious guitars.
The next track “Kuroi Namida” is also
a rock ballad, though it contains more
power then the previous one.
Maintaining the strong rock sound
that’s present throughout all the songs, it
has the most harmonious tone and steady
rhythm.
The bittersweet melody is the perfect
backdrop for Anna’s melancholy lyrics of
depression and loss.
Picking the pace back up is “I’m addicted
to you”.
The guitars set the tone for Anna’s
lyrics which capture the hormonal rush of
desire that comes with falling in love with
someone.
“LUCY” continues the fast pace. A
seemingly fun song it comes with the
great message of accepting who you are
and encouraging others to do the same.
The bonus songs “rose -Street Live
Edition-” and “Kuroi Namida -TV Live
Edition-” are both wonderful tracks with
Anna’s live vocals adding an extra dose of
emotion to the songs.
Both tracks also verify that Anna can sing
wonderfully live, sounding near identical to
her album tracks.
The DVD is a notable addition to the
album, containing a live performance of two
songs and a special animated clip.
The original animation clip from the
producers of “NANA” is a nice bonus for
fans of the two main characters Nana O. and
Nana K. (a.k.a. Hatchi).
It highlights both of their troubled
romantic relationships while “Kuroi Namida”
plays in the foreground.
Anna’s live performance from the “NANA
STREET LIVE” shows what an amazing
entertainer she is.
Aggressive and rowdy she knows just
how to get a crowd riled up, as a large
group of would be moshers will attest to.
She and her guitarist often interact with
the crowd, urging them on to show their
excitement; leaving the viewer wishing that
they were also there to enjoy it live as well.
— MISTY CREECH
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A J!-ENT MUSIC REVIEW
OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA
(TRAPNEST)
OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST)
CUTTING EDGE
CTCR-14536
DURATION: 45:56
Website: http://www.avexnet.or.jp/olivia/
Click here for OLIVIA music on iTunes
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10.
a lit t le p a i n
W is h
S t arles s N i g h t
S hadow o f L o v e
Tell M e
Roc k Yo u
W int er S l e e p
Rec ord e d B u t t e r f l i e s - S tu d io L ive W is h -L i v e a lit t le p a i n - S t u d i o L i v e-
DV D:
Durat ion: 11 m i n u t e s , 4 : 3 , R e g io n 2
NA NA S P E C I A L S T R E E T L I VE a t Sh in ju ku Sta t i o n S quare 2 5 t h J u l y 2 0 0 6
01. a lit t le p a i n
02 . S p i d E R S p i n s
a l i t t l e p a i n - T R A P N E S T o r iginal animation clip
(S t udio Liv e T V s i z e v e r ) -
In the world of “NANA” (a popular
manga and anime series) the fictional rock
band, TRAPNEST, is one of Japan’s top
bands.
With a cult like following they top the
charts with ease.
While in reality the Oricon charts are
ruled by pop stars, OLIVIA does a wonderful
job of making you forget such facts.
Her vocal role as the rock princess’
singing voice is a favorite with “NANA”
fans, capturing the pain and loneliness of
the character, who she admits to identifying
with.
While, perhaps not an album for most of
her older fans, those who are more open to
experiencing a different persona of OLIVIA
may find this album enjoyable.
The album contains all of OLIVIA’s
opening and ending themes for the
animation as well as her insert songs,
including the long awaited fan favorite
“Recorded Butterflies”.
The album starts off with “NANA’s” first
ending theme “a little pain”, a bittersweet
ballad about losing the person you love then
moves into a faster pace with rock song
“Wish”.
“Starless Night” takes a more
bittersweet approach; switching from a
lingering tempo during the verses to a more
rock driving song through out the chorus.
One of the latest insert songs “Shadow
of Love” follows it.
Believed to be TRAPNEST’s “Trust” from
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< A Real Life Rock Princess
OLIVIA tries on the crown of her animated double REIRA of “NANA” fame.
the manga, the song has received a lot of
approval by the fans.
While slow to start, it picks up the pace
with soaring choruses.
“Tell Me” and “Rock You” are rock
songs which stay true to the TRAPNEST
style, plenty of electric guitars with a soft
touch.
“Tell Me” is entirely in English and
captures the inner thoughts of the
character and her current complex romantic
situation.
“Winter Sleep” the final OLIVIA ED
theme is a piano driven ballad.
Another English song, it contains hints
of OLIVIA’s early soft trip hop sound in the
percussion.
“Recorded Butterflies -studio live-” is
without a doubt the perfect inspi’ REIRA
song.
Melody wise it contains the contrasting
hard yet soft tones “NANA” fans would
associate with TRAPNEST.
Lyrically it’s the perfect mix of English
and Japanese (something Reira is known
for); with the English being in the creative
style OLIVIA’s fans know and love.
“Wish –live-” was recorded during
OLIVIA’s Cloudy Dreamer Live from January
2007.
The backup band it’s self is reason enough
to play this track; they do a wonderful job of
reproducing the song into a live setting.
OLIVIA does a good job vocally toward the
beginning of the song though seems to get a
bit winded toward the chorus.
You have to commend her for performing
such a vocally demanding song so close to the
end and doing so with such enthusiasm.
The final track “a little pain –studio live-” is
a nice extra. It was used as the ending theme
during a defining moment in the anime.
The “live” sound of the band is a
wonderful change of pace giving the song a
bit more personality then the original.
The DVD includes a specially made
animation from the production team of
NANA.
The TV sized anime clip of “a little pain”
is a special plus for fans of the character, as
it illustrates her relationship with the men in
her life.
The highlights of the DVD though are
the two songs that OLIVIA performed at the
“NANA” gorilla live in July 2006.
Her lively unedited performances of “a
little pain” and “SpidERSpins” are fantastic
and testimonies to OLIVIA’s live skills.
— MI ST Y C R E E C H
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A J!-ENT MUSIC REVIEW
NANA BEST
ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA
(BLACK STONES)
OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST)
Cuttiing Edge Records
CTCR-14540/B
DURATION: 1:01:07
RELEASE DATE: March 21, 2007
Website: http://www.anna-t.com
Website: http://www.avexnet.or.jp/olivia/
Click here for OLIVIA music on iTunes
Click here to purchase ANNA TSUCHIYA music
on iTunes
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ros e -1 s t O P s o n g - ( B L ACK STONES)
a lit t le p a i n - 1 s t E D s o n g - ( T RAPNEST )
z ero -In s e r t e d S o n g - ( BL ACK STONES)
W is h -2 n d O P s o n g - ( T RAPNEST )
S t arles s N i g h t - 2 n d E D so n g - ( T RAPNEST )
K uroi N a m i d a - 3 r d E D so n g - (BLACK STONES)
LUCY - 3 r d O P s o n g - ( B L ACK STONES)
s t and b y m e - 4 t h E D s o n g - ( BLACK STONES)
S hadow o f L o v e - I n s e r t e d So n g - (TRAPNEST)
W int er s l e e p - 4 t h E D s on g - ( T RAPNEST )
NA NA B E S T S P E C I A L T R A CKS>
AN N A T S U C H I YA i n s p i ’ N A NA (BLACK
STO NE S )
11. A NA CH Y I N T H E U K
12. LUCY ~ S t u d i o L i v e Ve r sio n ~
O LI V I A insp i ’ R E I R A ( T R A PNEST )
13. Not hin g ’ s g o n n a t a k e my lo ve
14 . R e c o r d e d B u t t e r f l i e s ~ Live Version~
DV D:
Durat ion: 1 9 m i n u t e s , 4 : 3 , R e g io n 2
TV A nimati o n N A N A N o n - t e lo p Op e n in g & En d i n g Clips
01. ros e
02. a lit t le p a i n
03. W is h
04. S t arle s s N i g h t
05. K uroi N a m i d a
06. LUCY
07. s t and b y m e
08. W int e r s l e e p
NA NA O rig i n a l A n i m a t i o n C lip s
AN N A T S U C H I YA i n s p i ’ N A NA (BLACK
STO NE S )
09. K uroi N a m i d a
10. LUCY
O LI V I A insp i ’ R E I R A ( T R A PNEST )
11. a lit t le p a i n ~ s t u d i o l i v e ~
12. W is h
With a consistent barrage of music from
the “NANA” anime series since Fall 2006,
the release of “NANA BEST” is the long
awaited compilation of top hits from ANNA
TSUCHIYA inspi’ NANA (BLACK STONES)
and OLIVIA inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST).
More than likely if you are a fan of
Anna Tsuchiya and OLIVIA, you may have
purchased the previous BLACK STONES and
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TRAPNEST albums.
So, what is new?
Offered on this compilation are special
tracks such as “ANACHY IN THE UK” (note:
spelled wrong on the listing credits but
spelled correctly inside the lyrics booklet
as “ANARCHY”) and “LUCY ~Studio Live
Version~ from ANNA TSUCHIYA inspi’
NANA (BLACK STONES) and “Nothing’s
gonna take my love” and “Recorded
Butterflies ~Live Version~” from OLIVIA
inspi’ REIRA (TRAPNEST).
If you are a hardcore fan of the “NANA”
anime series, the DVD does come with
the non-telop opening and ending clips plus
original animation clips from the “NANA”
animated series.
The insert booklet comes with the lyrics and
a collage of pictures from the anime.
If you have not purchased any of the CD
singles or albums or are a completist, then
definitely purchase “NANA BEST”.
The album is definitely an awesome
compilation for the “NANA”, Anna Tsuchiya or
OLIVIA fans but for those who already own the
CD singles and previous albums, you may need
to consider if the extras are enough to warrant
a purchase. - KNDY
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