Transcript
Kasumi
Hello, Marina-san~!
All
Hello~.
Marina
Ah, it's Poppin'Party! Sorry to make you come all this way~.
Saaya
CiRCLE's always supporting us, so it's only fair that we return the favor!
Rimi
Kasumi-chan said we'd be helping CiRCLE out... If there's anything we can do, please tell us.
Marina
It's nothing super serious. I could just use a tiny bit of assistance with something.
Arisa
Please don't hold back for our sake~.
Tae
Yeah, we're all friends here.
Marina
Fufu. Thank youāŖ
Marina
You see, the number of people using CiRCLE has increased thanks to you all, so we wanted to take this opportunity to revamp our website.
Kasumi
So you're giving the website a makeover?! That's a great idea!
Marina
Anyway, we thought it'd be cool to have pages introducing a few of the bands that perform here often. That's what I called you all here for.
Arisa
A page...
Rimi
Introducing our band...
Marina
Ah, don't look into it too much. I just want to ask you a few casual questions. I'll put everything together afterwards.
Tae
That sounds kinda like a magazine interview. How fun.
Kasumi
It does, doesn't it?! Yay~! I've always wanted to be interviewed~.
Saaya
I'm excited to see what you ask us.
Marina
The questions I'll be asking all come from here.
Kasumi
Huh? Isn't that CiRCLE's notebook?
Marina
It sure is. A lot of people who come to your shows write questions.
Marina
Since we're already interviewing you, I thought it'd be best to base the questions off of the ones in this notebook.
Tae
I remember seeing a lot of comments written about our concerts, but I never noticed there were questions too.
Marina
Many of the them are from people who are looking into starting a band, so try to answer these questions as if you're a mentor giving a student advice.
Kasumi
Okay, no problem! We'll answer any and all questions~.
Marina
Alright, then let's start with this one. Let's see... "I started playing an instrument, but I'm not improving. Do you have any good practice methods?"
Marina
... That's the end of the question... Well, what do you guys think? Do you have any ideas?
Kasumi
Of course! Learning to love music is the most important part! It's just like they always say, it's all about passion!
Arisa
You know, I don't think they're asking for a philosophical answer. You need to give them something more concrete, or it's not gonna be much help.
Kasumi
Ah, gotcha. In that case, it's all about rehearsing! Practice makes perfect, after all!
Tae
That's right. I completely agree.
Arisa
That's too obvious! We need to give them some sort of method...
Rimi
When I started playing the bass, I used to listen to a CD and try to play along.
Arisa
Yeah, that's it. They want something like that.
Rimi
Other than that, you shouldn't try to be perfect right away.
Saaya
Ah, I think I get what you mean.
Rimi
If you try to play perfectly right away, you'll end up falling behind the rhythm no matter what.
Rimi
Rhythm is very important to playing the bass, so even if I made a mistake while playing along, I still kept going.
Rimi
And before I knew it, I started making less mistakes.
Kasumi
Playing guitar is the same way! Music is all about going with the flow!
Arisa
Looking back on it now, there certainly were times where it felt like we were practicing in slow motion in the beginning...
Kasumi
Urgh... Thanks for helping me practice back then, you guys.
Tae
As for me, I like to play guitar while talking with everyone.
Saaya
I always see you doing that~.
Rimi
When we were all telling scary stories, you even provided the background music.
Tae
Talking and playing the guitar at the same time requires you to be able to focus on multiple things at once, so it turned out to be great practice.
Marina
I see~. Thanks, you guys! Okay. I think that should do it for this question. Our next question is...
Marina
Let's see... "Has anything unexpected ever happened to you in the middle of a concert?"
Kasumi
Something unexpected that happened, huh...? Have we had any incidents onstage?
Arisa
The only thing I can think of is the time we sang "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" at SPACE.
Kasumi
Huh...? How is that unexpected though?
Arisa
Come on, what else am I supposed to call it?!
Saaya
Ah, now that I think about it...
Rimi
Hm? Did something happen, Saaya-chan?
Saaya
Yeah... It wasn't that bad though. There was one time where I sent my drumsticks flying during a show.
All
What?!
Saaya
It was at the beginning of the song. Just as I raised my arms to start drumming, the drumsticks flew out of my hand, like whoosh... Fufufu.
Arisa
Whoosh, huh...?
Saaya
Lucky for me, I had an extra pair prepared just in case, so I quickly grabbed those. I made it in time for the song, but it was pretty close~.
Rimi
That really happened? I never even noticed.
Kasumi
I didn't know either...
Saaya
I was really glad I brought an extra pair of sticks with me. I might've ended up playing with my hands otherwise.
Tae
Now that sounds fun! You should give it a try at our next show!
Saaya
Umm, I don't know about that... I don't think you could call that drumming...
Marina
Fufufu, sounds like a lot happens during a show~. Thanks, you guys. Why don't we take a little break?
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Marina
Is everyone back? Alright, are we ready to continue the interview?
Kasumi
Yup! We're good to go~!
Marina
In that case, the next question is... Ah, here we go...
Marina
It says, "I want to start a band. What do you think is the fun part of being in a band and doing concerts?" ... Well, what do you think?
Kasumi
What's fun about it? There are just so many things! I don't know which one to pick~!
Rimi
Same here. I don't know where to start.
Arisa
I mean, we don't have to think about it too hard. Why don't we just talk about the first thing we ever found enjoyable?
Kasumi
Alright, then you're up first, Arisa!
Arisa
M-me?!
Arisa
W-well, for me, it's... You know... The fact that I... made a lot of friends.
Saaya
Huh...? This is new... You're being so honest today, Arisa...
Arisa
S-so what?! I mean, we're answering this question for someone who wants to start a band. I have to give them a proper answer!
Marina
Fufufu, thank you, Arisa-chan. You guys don't have to be embarrassed. Just keep going!
Tae
Alright, then can I go next?
Marina
Of course! I'm really curious to hear your answer, Tae-chan~.
Tae
My answer is similar to Arisa's, but for me, it's when our sounds combine. After all, you can only do that in a band.
Kasumi
Yeah, yeah! I totally know what you mean! Hearing all of our sounds become one is the best~āŖ
Saaya
I had already left a band once, so I really understand how fun that can be, and how much you should appreciate it.
Rimi
I used to play together with my sister, but it's definitely different in a band. You have so many different sounds coming together, and that just makes it all the more fun.
Tae
Plus, when all our music comes together, it feels like the other sounds are playing with mine.
Kasumi
Wow, that's a great way to put it, O-Tae! That's how I feel too!
Marina
Leave it to Tae-chan to come up with such a great expression~. Maybe I'll make that the headline.
Rimi
Ah! Also, when we're on stage, it feels like our music really reaches everyone supporting us in the crowd. That always makes me emotional.
Kasumi
Exactly! I was gonna say the same thing!
Arisa
You know, it sounds like you're just stealing what everyone else is saying.
Kasumi
I can't help it! That's how I really feel~!
Arisa
Then say something in your own words. I'm sure there are plenty of people who want to hear what you have to say.
Tae
I bet you're the one who wants to hear it the most, right, Arisa?
Arisa
Shut up!
Kasumi
My own words, huh...? Well, in that case...
Kasumi
No matter how hard I look, I'll never find another moment like what I experience at a concert. That's what makes them so fun for me.
Kasumi
And the fact that I get to share that moment with everyone in the same time and space as me is the cherry on top!
Marina
So it's all about the moment, huh? Fufufu, that sounds like Poppin'Party, alright.
Arisa
Y-you know... You could've just said that from the beginning...
Kasumi
But I just thought of it now~.
Rimi
That's our Kasumi-chan. You can always count on her to pull it off in the end. Fufufu.
Marina
Thanks again, you guys~. There's still a lot I want to ask, but I think that should be enough.
Kasumi
Awww~, we're done already~? I wanna keep talking though~.
Marina
Don't worry. I still have one more thing I'd like you guys to do. Now where's my video camera...? Here it is.
Arisa
Huh...? A video camera?
Marina
You see, since there are so many people who want to try forming a band or playing music, I thought it'd be nice to film an encouraging message for them.
Arisa
So we have to say something encouraging... while facing that camera...?
Marina
It doesn't have to be anything complex. Do you think you can do that?
Tae
Alright, then I'll go first.
Arisa
O-Tae?! Are you seriously gonna do this?!
Tae
Yup, seriously. I just have to talk into the camera, right?
Marina
Thank you, Tae-chan. Alright, here comes the camera~.
Marina
And... Action.
Tae
Umm, this message is for everyone looking to start a band or play music.
Tae
You may not be able to play all the guitar chords at first, but you'll get there eventually, so don't give up. It'd be a waste to stop before you even get started.
Saaya
You might fight with your bandmates sometimes, but when that happens, you just need to come together and tell them how you're feeling.
Saaya
I'm sure you'll come to an understanding.
Rimi
Your friends are going to influence you in many ways, so take that opportunity to find a new you.
Rimi
And I'd love to see us perform together on the same stage someday!
Arisa
As for me... I just have to say that being in a band makes everything in your life more fun... Even your activities outside of music will become more enjoyable...
Kasumi
I've discovered so many more things I love since I joined my band! I've learned to treasure every single sparkling, heart-pounding moment!
Kasumi
So I hope you all work hard as a band too~!!
Kasumi
Alright, everybody, let's end this with a cheer! Ready... Go!
All
Popipa! Pipopa! Popipapa! Pipopa!
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Ran
Good afternoon.
Marina
Ah, Ran-chan, you made it! I've been waiting!
Ran
I brought my bandmates along too, just like you asked.
All
Hello! Hey~!
Marina
Sorry to make you come all this way~. You see, I've got something to ask you...
Ran
Kasumi and the others told us what's going on.
Tsugumi
You're redoing the CiRCLE website, right?
Tomoe
Huh? Really?
Moca
Tomo-chin, weren't you listening~? That's what Poppin'Party told us when we ran into them~.
Tomoe
Ah, so that's what you were talking about! I thought Poppin'Party was the one making a website.
Himari
They said something about being interviewed by you, Marina-san...
Marina
I wouldn't call it an interview. I want to make pages introducing all the bands for our website, so I'm asking for all your help.
Moca
Does that mean you're gonna make a page for us too~? Well~, what do you think, Ran~?
Ran
CiRCLE is always helping us out, so don't you think we should return the favor?
Moca
Oh~, you're so mature, Ran~.
Ran
...
Himari
S-sorry about that. It's like Ran said, though. You're always helping us out, so let's get started.
Marina
Yeah, thanks! I promise this will be over quickly!
Marina
Alright, then let's start with the first question. "I started playing an instrument, but I'm not improving. Do you have any good practice methods?"
Marina
What did Afterglow do to practice in the beginning?
Himari
That brings back memories~. I totally understand what they're going through.
Ran
The beginning, huh...? What were we like back then...?
Moca
Remember, Ran? You got all emotional when you finally managed to play a note. You even said, "It made a sound...!"
Ran
That's...!
Moca
Oh no~, don't tell me you don't remember~.
Ran
Of course I do! But I didn't say it like that.
Tsugumi
Didn't we find a song we all knew and practice using that score?
Tomoe
Yeah! It was easier to get motivated because we all knew the song.
Ran
Now that I think about it, that song only had four chords. That was probably a good place to start.
Himari
That's true! It's harder to improve if you start with something complicated right away. Plus, it could've really ruin the experience for us.
Tsugumi
We were all over the place at first. I remember being so moved when our sound finally started coming together.
Tomoe
For some reason, I remember Moca always saying, "Oho~, now that sounded like a real band~."
Moca
Yup, I did that for sure~. What fond memories of our younger days~.
Marina
I see~. Thanks! Listening to you guys reminds me of when I was starting my own band.
Marina
I'm gonna move onto the next question, okay? Let's see... "Has anything unexpected ever happened to you in the middle of a concert?"
Himari
Something unexpected, huh...? I can't think of anything. Can you guys...?
Moca
Ah...
Tomoe
Oh, you got something in mind, Moca?
Moca
Don't you? I don't know what concert it was, but Hii-chan tried to get the crowd going by chanting, "Hey! Hey! Hoh!"
Himari
...?!
Tomoe
Oh yeah, I remember that! Ahaha!
Moca
No one knew how to react, so they just went. "Yay~..." I guess you could say that was pretty unexpected~.
Ran
It was a pretty lukewarm reaction, wasn't it?
Himari
Oh~! You guys are so mean! That wasn't unexpected at all! I know you won't do it normally, but you could at least chant along with me during our shows!
Moca
Well~, sounds like we're the same as always, even while performing~.
Tsugumi
In that case, I guess you could say the same thing about the time Tomoe-chan tried to get us to yell "Soi-ya!"
Ran & Moca & Himari
Yeah~...
Tomoe
Huh?! What's wrong with that?!
Moca
I wouldn't say it's unexpected. It just sounds like a battle cry~.
Tomoe
Come on, that's not true!
Tomoe
Well, no one else will do it with me, so right now I'm the only one who does it before our shows. It's a great way to get pumped up!
Marina
Fufufu, Thanks, you guys! Alright, let's take a short break.
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Marina
Alright, should we pick up where we left off? Is everybody here?
Ran
Yup, we're good.
Marina
Let's see, the next question is... "I want to start a band. What do you think is the fun part of being in a band and doing concerts?"
Marina
When do you guys feel like you're having fun?
Himari
The fun part, huh...? Isn't that pretty hard to answer? I mean, being in a band is fun most of the time.
Tomoe
Yeah, overall, I'd say it's an enjoyable experience.
Ran
Well, for me...
Moca
Oh, it seems Ran-sensei has an idea. Everyone, attention please~.
Ran
... Never mind.
Himari
Oh~, stop teasing her, Moca! Ran, if you have something to say, go right ahead.
Ran
Sigh...
Ran
How do I say this...? Getting the crowd excited is fun and all, but everything leading up to that is also important...
Ran
I guess the most fun part for me is hearing everyone's opinions on a song and watching it slowly become an Afterglow song...
Tomoe
Watching it slowly become an Afterglow song...
Tomoe
I gotcha... Leave it to Ran to say just the right thing!
Tsugumi
I totally understand! Talking about and creating a song together are both so much fun!
Tomoe
You've even asked for our opinions on the image for songs before, haven't you?
Ran
I sure have. Fufufu.
Himari
Sniff...
Moca
Huh? Hii-chan...? What're you crying for now~?
Himari
How couldn't I~? Didn't you hear what Ran said~? It was amazing~.
Ran
C-come on, Himari, cut it out. I didn't say anything that great.
Marina
No, I think you said something very important, Ran-chan.
Ran
Marina-san?
Marina
Being able to ask your bandmates for advice is one of the big benefits to being in a band. You're never on your own. That's definitely part of the fun.
Moca
Nothing better than a bunch of differing viewpoints~. Yup, I completely agree with Ran~.
Ran
Come on, Moca. Don't say it if you don't mean it.
Moca
I'm not joking around~. I really do agree~.
Marina
Okay, that was the last question... Now we just have the filming to do.
Tsugumi
... Huh? Is that... a camera?
Marina
Huh? Didn't Kasumi-chan and the others tell you? I'm filming encouraging video messages for the people who want to start bands or music.
Himari
Huh? A video?! Oh no, are my eyes red?! Do they look okay?
Marina
Fufu, you look fine. Alright everyone, I'm turning on the camera!
Marina
And, action!
Tomoe
I'll go first! Um, this is for all the people out there thinking of starting a band or instrument!
Tomoe
Use your music to strengthen your friendships. As long as you play music with people you can talk to with intensity, you'll do great!
Tsugumi
If you're still debating whether or not you want to start, I say go for it! You've got to strike while the iron is hot! We're here for you!
Himari
If you're scared to start on your own, try talking to your friends! They should be able to help!
Moca
Even if you've all got different opinions, I don't think anybody truly hates music~.
Moca
There might be more people looking to join a band than you think~. There are sure to be many deep concerts in your future~.
Ran
Being in a band can be plenty tough, but the good stuff outweighs the bad.
Ran
And above all else... Starting a band helped me take a good, hard look at myself. So...
Ran
I want your band experience to be as meaningful as ours. Good luck, and we're cheering you on.
Moca
Oho~, she faced the camera head-on... Nice.
Ran
...
Ran
Shut up, Moca.
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Aya
Hello~!
Marina
Ah, hey there, everybody!
All
Hello~.
Marina
... Hm? Aren't you guys a little early? We still have thirty minutes before we're supposed to meet...
Chisato
We like to avoid being late at all cost, so we make it a habit to arrive early to any appointments we have.
Chisato
If it's not too much trouble, could we wait here until it's time?
Marina
Gotcha! You guys sure are professional~.
Marina
I don't really have anything else going on, so why don't we get started a little early? You see, I-
Hina
We heard all about it! You're gonna interview us, right? We were all talking about it in the group chat.
Marina
I see, then that makes things easier. We're updating CiRCLE's website. Do you think you guys could help out? Please?
Maya
You don't have to be so timid about it. CiRCLE is always helping us. This is the least we can do.
Eve
I have been interviewed by magazines before, but the fact that it is Marina-san doing the interview does feel a bit strange.
Aya
True. Instead of an interview, it might end up sounding like a normal conversation.
Marina
Fufufu, it's nice to know you can all relax around me. Um, alright, then let's start with the first question.
Marina
Here we go. "I started playing an instrument, but I'm not improving. Do you have any good practice methods?" ... Well? Any suggestions?
Aya
Practicing instruments, huh~? I can't really answer that one. This one's for you guys.
Maya
No, wait, I'm sure plenty of people want to hear about what you do to practice your vocals, Aya-san. You should definitely share it with everybody!
Chisato
That's right. Didn't you do a lot of physical training?
Aya
Yeah, that's probably the bulk of it. Singing in concert takes a lot of strength, so I exercise a lot. I run, do sit-ups and push-ups... All sorts of stuff.
Hina
Aren't you forgetting something? You were always coming up with new poses!
Eve
That is correct! You used to prepare all kinds of poses before an appearance!
Aya
Wh-when you say it like that, it's so embarrassing...
Chisato
It's nothing to be ashamed of. That just shows how well you do your job as our vocalist.
Aya
Thanks, Chisato-chan. That's enough about me, though. You guys should talk about yourselves...
Hina
I don't think you need to practice. As long as you're making noise, that's good enough, right?
Chisato
Umm... You're a bit special in that regard, so I don't think that'll make for good advice...
Hina
Huh? Why not? In that case, what did you do, Chisato-chan?
Chisato
Well, let's see... I did watch a lot of videos of experienced musicians.
Aya
So you played along with the video to practice, right?
Chisato
Well, not quite.
Chisato
I certainly watched how they positioned their fingers, but I also watched how they moved onstage, how they looked around the room, and what expressions they were making.
Chisato
Watching those small, casual movements helped me decide how I wanted to perform.
Eve
I see! So you were mentally practicing!
Chisato
Yes, I suppose that's a nice way to put it.
Maya
That's our Chisato-san! Mental practice is incredibly important!
Aya
It is?
Maya
This is true of all things, but starting with an image in mind is very wise.
Maya
A lot of the session musicians I've talked to also start with a mental image in mind!
Aya
I see~... Ah, now that I think about it, whenever I was having trouble with something, I'd watch a video of Ayumi-san performing to get some hints!
Maya
Yup, that's the same thing! It's also a good idea to do some light practice before getting a good night's sleep.
Maya
That way you can give your mind the chance to really absorb the practice. When you wake up the next morning, you might find that you can now do the parts you were having trouble with before.
Eve
I have actually tested out what Maya-san just said, and it truly does work! I highly recommend it!
Marina
I see~. Leave it to Maya-chan to give such professional advice. Thanks!
Marina
Alright, time to move on to the next question...
Marina
Let's see... "Has anything unexpected ever happened to you in the middle of a concert?"
Hina
Alright~, now this is the perfect question for Aya-chan~.
Aya
Huh?! Why me?!
Hina
You're always doing unexpected things. Especially during your MCing.
Aya
Those are just small mistakes though. They're nothing major...
Chisato
Ah, actually... Didn't you almost go onstage wearing the wrong costume once?
Maya
Ah~, that's right, she did!
Aya
Th-that really scared me~. Once I took off my coat, I saw I was the only one wearing a different costume...!
Hina
Ahaha! You should've seen your face. Remembering it now still makes me laugh~.
Eve
You were still able to quickly change and get back in time for our show, though!
Marina
Wow, I had no idea. You'll have to tell me all about it later.
Aya
Marina-san~... Don't say that~.
Marina
Fufufu, I'm just kidding. Why don't we take a break?
Marina
Okay, it's about time we get back to those questions. Is everybody ready?
Aya
Umm... We're not going to talk about any more accidents, are we?
Marina
Fufufu, don't worry, we're done with those. Let's see...
Marina
The next question is... "I want to start a band. What do you think is the fun part of being in a band and doing concerts?"
Aya
The fun part, huh...? Hmm~, it's all pretty fun...
Marina
That's true, but if you had to pick one thing, what would it be?
Chisato
I find the intensity of a concert truly amazing. You don't experience that when filming for a drama or movie.
Maya
I feel the same way!
Maya
Even if it's the same music, playing in concert is much more exciting than playing in the studio.
Hina
When I think about how a bunch of strangers come to our concerts just to see us, I can't help but feel boppin'āŖ
Eve
Both our band and our fans are giving their all during a concert! You can really feel the bushido!
Aya
Hey, do you guys ever feel like you give a better performance because of the fans' energy at a concert? I definitely do.
Chisato
Sometimes. I also have moments where I'll notice things during a concert that I didn't during practice.
Aya
Same here! After seeing our fans' reactions, I'll think to myself, "Oh, so that's what those lyrics mean!"
Marina
Whoa~, now that sounds interesting. What do you mean by that?
Chisato
Unlike other bands, the songs we perform are made for us. While we certainly try to discuss the meaning of our songs during practice...
Chisato
There are times when we realize certain aspects of a song onstage.
Aya
I guess you could say our fans are the ones teaching us.
Marina
Gotcha~. Now that's something we can only hear from Pastelā½Palettes. Thank you!
Aya
You know, all sorts of people come to our shows.
Aya
Among them, there are probably people who arrive feeling kinda sad.
Aya
I think one of the most enjoyable parts of a show is being able to help those people forget their worries and smile.
Marina
Wow~, now that's a good quote~. Thanks, you guys!
Marina
Alright, all that's left is-
Aya
A video message for all the people who want to start playing music, right?! We heard all about it.
Marina
Fufufu, then that saves us some time. Hold on a second, let me get the camera ready...
Marina
And... Action!
Aya
Hello, everyone! It's me, Aya Maruyama, the fluffy pink vocalist of Pastelā½PalettesāŖ
Aya
If you're thinking of starting a band or instrument, this message is for you. Things may not go as planned at first, but just do your best and don't ever give up!
Aya
Together with your band, hold onto your dreams and moob towards dem! ... Ah, I messed up!
Hina
Ahahaha! Someone's having trouble with her th's and v's~.
Aya
Oooh~, I really wanted to look cool too~.
Hina
You really are the best~. You know, I guess this band is the reason I got to meet interesting people like Aya-chan.
Hina
And the same goes for everyone watching. Make sure you meet lots of people and discover all sorts of boppin' stuffāŖ
Eve
Just like me! I found my wonderful friends through music! I am so happy I play music in a band!
Eve
Where there is a will, there is a way! Go forth with your bushido spirit!
Maya
This doesn't just apply to music, but one of the best things about being in a band is enjoying everyone's individual styles!
Maya
Even if you're only a little interested, give music a shot. You won't regret it.
Hina
And that just leaves Chisato-chan! Give us a super cool closer~.
Chisato
Hina-chan... Don't say it like that. It's too much pressure.
Hina
You say that, but you are really good at this stuff.
Chisato
Well, I do my best.
Chisato
Alright then... This message is for everyone out there thinking of starting a band or instrument. As you can probably tell, music is the reason everyone in Pastelā½Palettes is so close.
Chisato
Never forget your love of music. As long as you have that, the time you spend on it will be filled with joy.
Chisato
Take hold of your dreams and move forward, one step at a time.
Chisato
And don't forget, everyone in Pastelā½Palettes will be working just as hard as you. We look forward to your continued support.
Chisato
... How was that?
Aya
Whoa... Chisato-chan... You really are good at this...
Eve
You even snuck in a promotion for our band...
Maya
That's what you get with a true professional...
Chisato
Fufufufu.
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Yukina
Good afternoon, Marina-san.
Marina
Ah, Yukina-chan, welcome! Come on in! Did you bring the rest of your band as well?
Yukina
Of course. We had a meeting before this, so we came together.
All
Hello~.
Marina
Oh~, you all look great today. It's like you're bursting with confidence.
Ako
You think so? We seem pretty normal to me.
Marina
I don't think it's something that you guys would notice yourselves. It feels like Roselia's really powered up since Future World Fes.
Ako
Fufufu~, that's because the new adventures of Roselia are just beginning~.
Lisa
Ako~, remember what Yukina said at our meeting? You need to take this more seriously~.
Ako
Okay~...
Rinko
We must... recognize how far we've come... if we want to... aim for new heights...
Marina
Fufufu, as stoic as ever, I see~. We'll be here to cheer you on, so do your best!
Sayo
Thank you very much. Anyway, about today...
Marina
Ah, right, my bad. You've got practice after this! In that case, I'll get right down to it...
Lisa
Ah, this is for those interviews I've heard so much about, right? Himari posted about it online.
Marina
Fufufu, she really makes it easier to explain everything. I'll have to thank Himari-chan later.
Marina
Alright, can I start with the first question? "I started playing an instrument, but I'm not improving. Do you have any good practice methods?"
Marina
... So, what do you guys think?
Sayo
It's very simple. Practice makes perfect, after all.
Sayo
You cannot go wrong with increasing the amount of time you practice. The more you work at it, the better you will become.
Lisa
Well, that's true, but... I think they're looking for something a bit more detailed than that.
Rinko
Whenever... I'm having trouble... I stop to think... why I'm struggling...
Rinko
I try to figure out if it's... because I'm not skilled enough... or if I'm... picturing the song incorrectly...
Ako
Oh~, now that's a great answer, Rin-rin~! I totally agree!
Ako
If your image of the song is different from everyone else, it's gonna sound weird no matter what you do.
Lisa
Likewise, it's really important to listen to the sounds around you. You need to figure out what kind of image the rest of your bandmates are trying to create.
Lisa
What do you think, Yukina?
Yukina
I think having a clear goal is important.
Yukina
You have to decide what you want to achieve through your current practice. Otherwise you'll end up distracted, and the practice will go to waste.
Lisa
You do bring that up before every practice. We always decide what we want to work on beforehand.
Sayo
Thanks to that, we always have very efficient rehearsals.
Yukina
While it's important to enjoy the music you create, you should still take it seriously.
Marina
So it's all about having a goal in mind, huh~? I'm sure that'll be very helpful. Thanks, guys!
Marina
Ready for the next question? Here we go...
Marina
The next question is... "Has anything unexpected ever happened to you in the middle of a concert?" ... Well? Has Roselia ever had any mishaps?
Sayo
All concerts come with their fair share of incidents... However, you should prepare yourself so that nothing phases you enough to cause one.
Sayo
I've had bowstrings on my guitar snap while on stage, but when that happens, I simply change my positioning and carry on.
Sayo
Other times, I'll change the octave all together. As long as you are able to make that judgment call and follow through, you can handle the unexpected before it's too late.
Lisa
You make it sound so easy, but that's actually quite difficult...
Ako
Ah! What about that one thing?!
Lisa
Hm? What are you talking about, Ako?
Ako
I don't know if you can call this unexpected, but I get the feeling Lisa-nee's been bringing more cookies lately.
Lisa
Huh?! How does that have anything to do with what Sayo's talking about?
Ako
I think they're also getting tastier and tastier too~. This can't be good for me. I'm gonna gain too much weight~.
Rinko
That's true... They are getting tastier...
Lisa
Oh~, come on, you guys~. I can't tell if I'm supposed to be flattered or what~.
Yukina
We have practice after this. Did you bring some this time as well...?
Lisa
Yup, of course I did. They're in this bag here...
Sayo
S-so many...
Ako
See?! That many cookies can't be good for us!
Yukina
Fufufu... I suppose you could say that would be unexpected.
Yukina
We'll just have to see if Lisa's cookies have indeed become tastier after this.
Marina
Um... Could I join you guys? Why don't we take a break for a cookie taste test?
Transcript
Marina
Phew~, those cookies sure were good, Lisa-chan~. It'd be really easy to eat too many of them.
Ako
Right~? She brings these cookies to every single practice. There's no way I can avoid gaining weight~.
Rinko
Ako-chan... You've got crumbs all over your mouth...
Ako
Ah, I ate too fast...
Lisa
Ahaha... I suppose I have been making too many lately...
Yukina
That being said, your cookies certainly help fuel our practices. I see nothing wrong with bringing them.
Sayo
What's more, they have a strange calming effect on us all. I too see nothing wrong with them.
Lisa
Really?! Great~! In that case, I'll keep bringing themā
Marina
Fufufu, now that that's settled, shall we continue?
Marina
Let's see... "I want to start a band. What do you think is the fun part of being in a band and doing concerts?"
Marina
... What do you think?
Yukina
The fun part...
Ako
I know, I know~! It's all fun! Everything from practice to our concerts!
Marina
Hmm~, well, that's what everyone else has been saying, but could you give me a slightly more specific example? I'd appreciate it.
Ako
Something specific, huh~?
Rinko
I think... If you're only looking for fun... You can find that... outside of a band as well...
Rinko
However... when I perform with everyone... I can tell... that I really love music.
Rinko
I wouldn't feel that... outside of a band.
Ako
Exactly! That's Rin-rin for you!
Ako
Ah! I like working towards the same goal with everybody else~. It's like we're all in the same party in an RPG! It's so cool!
Lisa
It kinda sucks when you hit a wall, but once you've overcome it with your bandmates, you feel accomplished and glad you joined a bandāŖ
Sayo
I get the feeling I was only able to face my own feelings because of my bandmates.
Sayo
I don't know if I'd call that fun, but it certainly is something you experience with a band.
Lisa
Oh~, now that was deep~. Alright, then that leaves you, Yukina! What do you find fun about music and being in a band?
Ako
I can't wait to hear what you have to say~.
Yukina
Don't put that much pressure on me. My answer is actually very simple. The fun part of being in a band-... No, of being in Roselia is...
Yukina
Being able to perform and sing with you all.
Yukina
Nothing else matters.
Lisa
Yukina...
Yukina
That being said, I only came to that conclusion recently. I'm not sure that's applicable to someone looking to start a band.
Marina
No, that's not true at all. Your words definitely mean a lot. Thank you.
Marina
Alright, I've just got one last request. Could I get a message from each of you to the people looking to start playing music? Alright, here we go!
Marina
And... Action!
Ako
Okay, I'll go first! Hello to anyone thinking of starting a band or instrument!
Ako
Remember this and all will be well. You must take the fiery passion within you and... umm... ride the... uhh... sound of the music! Then you'll have a blast!
Ako
After all, music is cool! If you're interested, give it a shot!
Rinko
Music will... guide you to... a new and improved you... I'm sure you'll find... a side of yourself... you didn't know existed...
Rinko
I hope you... take that first step.
Sayo
There may be times where you do not feel as though you have improved, despite your daily practices.
Sayo
Just remember that struggling is necessary sometimes. If you plan on continuing down a path, it is important to rest.
Lisa
Always treasure the desire to start playing music! I hope you get to experience what it's like to hear all your sounds meld into oneāŖ
Lisa
We're cheering for you, so do your bestā
Lisa
And that leaves Yukina!
Yukina
I just have one thing to say...
Yukina
Are you truly ready to risk everything for your music?
Ako
Yukina-san... You're so cool~āŖ
Yukina
I look forward to standing on the same stage as you.
Sayo
I just hope we share the same amount of conviction as them when they arrive.
Yukina
Of course we will. After all...
Yukina
We are Roselia.
Transcript
Kokoro
Sorry we kept you waiting, Marina! You're interviewing us today, right?! Then let's get started!
Marina
Ah, hello there, Kokoro-chan, everyone. Thank you all for coming today!
Kaoru
Fufu, this was a request from the one and only Marina-san, after all. It is the least we can do. Now then, let us begin the interview.
Hagumi
I've never been interviewed before, and I've always wanted to know what it's like! Thanks, Marina-san!
Misaki
Come on, guys, I know you're excited, but calm down. Sorry about that...
Marina
Not at all. I'm glad you're looking forward to it.
Kanon
We were talking about it the whole way here.
Kokoro
So what are you gonna ask us? I'll answer every question you've got!
Marina
I just have a few questions. Why don't we get started with this one?
Marina
The first question is... "I started playing an instrument, but I'm not improving. Do you have any good practice methods?"
Kokoro
All you need is a smile! If you smile while practicing, you'll get better for sure!
Misaki
I figured you'd say something like that. You don't even play an instrument.
Kokoro
That doesn't matter! Playing music with a smile is the most important thing, no matter what you do!
Hagumi
I agree! Practicing with a smile is the best!
Hagumi
Other than that... Ah! You should practice on a full stomach!
Hagumi
If I play when I'm hungry, my bass sounds weak too~.
Kaoru
What's more, your practice must be... fleeting. A smile may be important but so is a sense of fleetingness.
Kaoru
Conjure the fleetingness with your mind and absorb it into your being. At times, let it flash forth with fiery passion, and other times, you must treasure it quietly. It is but that...
Misaki
Yup, didn't understand a word of that.
Misaki
Umm, we're not gonna get anywhere with those three, so I'm counting on you, Kanon-san.
Kanon
M-me? Well... Let me think~...
Kanon
I guess the answer for me is... also smiling.
Misaki
Huh?! You too, Kanon-san?! You've gotta take this seriously!
Misaki
If you say smiling, that means our page is gonna be filled with talk of smiles, food, and fleeting. Are you really okay with that?
Kanon
Fuee~, I'm sorry. I just couldn't think of anything on the spot~. Just give me a minute to think it over... Hmm...
Kanon
Ah, I know what's important.
Misaki
What is it?
Kanon
Not getting lost on my way to the studio.
Misaki
... Um, Marina-san, I'm sorry. Please pretend you didn't hear that...
Kokoro
Well, what about you, Misaki? I want to hear what you have to say!
Hagumi
Ah, wait, Kokoron! Mii-kun doesn't play an instrument! Shouldn't we ask Michelle?
Kokoro
Oh yeah! Misaki, when is Michelle going to get here?
Misaki
Ah... Michelle can't make it today...
Kokoro
Oh dear. She can't?
Misaki
Yeah, she said... she's got a meeting with other fluffy mascots from all over the country...
Kokoro
I see. Well, we can't have her missing such an important meeting. In that case, what do you think she would say? You must know, right, Misaki?
Misaki
Huh? What would Michelle say? Umm, let me think... She'd probably say...
Misaki
Instead of practicing by yourself, do it with somebody else. With another person there, you'll want to get better for that person's sake.
Misaki
... Maybe she'd say something like that? I'm not sure though.
Kokoro
That's it! That's exactly what I was thinking!
Hagumi
Huh?! You too, Kokoron?! Me too! I just know Michelle would say something like that!
Kaoru
Fufu, Hello, Happy World! truly is a band guided by fate. Though we may be apart, our feelings are forever entwined... Ah, how fleeting.
Marina
Fufufu, thank you for such a great answer! Make sure you thank Michelle for me, Misaki-chan.
Misaki
Y-yeah...
Marina
Now, our next question is... "Has anything unexpected ever happened to you in the middle of a concert?"
Misaki
I mean... Hello, Happy World!'s existence itself is a bit unexpected... We can't possibly list them all...
Kanon
That's true. A lot has happened to us~.
Hagumi
I thought what happened at our last preschool concert was super fun!
Marina
What happened?
Kaoru
The little ones kept venturing onto the stage, so our dear Kokoro taught them all a dance, which we did together.
Kokoro
Now that was oodles and oodles of fun! I'd love to do that again!
Hagumi
Yeah, we totally should!
Misaki
Anyway, that's what our concerts are usually like... I don't think our stories will really help anyone...
Marina
I don't know about that. I think I might've figured out why Hello, Happy World!'s concerts are so popular. Thanks, you guys!
Misaki
You are way too good at praising people, Marina-san.
Marina
Fufufu, why don't we take a break before we move on?
Transcript
Marina
Alright, are you ready to get back to the interview?
Kokoro
I am! What about you guys?
Kaoru
But of course. My little kittens surely wish to know more about us, so as long as time permits, I shall continue to answer your inquiries.
Marina
Fufu, Thank you. Alright, then here's the next question.
Marina
Let's see... "I want to start a band. What do you think is the fun part of being in a band and doing concerts?"
Hagumi
Everything about it is fun! I can't think of anything that's not~.
Hagumi
So putting what I find fun into words is gonna be hard for me.
Kaoru
Fufu, fret not, dear Hagumi. Fun is something you feel with your heart, not your head. Of course you cannot put it into words.
Kanon
I think being in a band has made me more courageous. As long as we're together, I feel like there's nothing I can't do.
Kanon
I've never felt that way before, so getting to experience that sensation is fun for me.
Misaki
Compared to last time, that answer was much more put together... Was the problem Kokoro...?
Misaki
Well, Kokoro? What do you find fun about being in a band?
Kokoro
Everything! After all, being in a band makes me smile!
Misaki
I figured you'd say that.
Kokoro
Being in a band and playing music aren't the only things that make me smile though!
Misaki
Huh?
Kokoro
So if you want to join a band, than join a band! But if you want to do something else, do that instead!
Kokoro
Being in a band isn't the only way to have fun! It's just one of many enjoyable activities!
Kokoro
Instead of just being in a band, you should try all sorts of things. That way you'll have even more fun, and you'll smile more too!
Kokoro
After all, the world's full of fun!
Misaki
... Hahaha. That's Kokoro for you... Sometimes she really hits the nail on the head...
Kanon
The world's full of fun... We really understand those words as members of Hello, Happy World!
Hagumi
You're amazing, Kokoron! You said exactly what I wanted to say!
Hagumi
I mean, I love being in a band, but I also love softball! Thanks, Kokoron! I'll never forget what you said today!
Kaoru
Kokoro... You and I truly do share the same soul. With your words, a new poem has come to mind.
Kaoru
A poem more fleeting than anything else before it.
Misaki
Fufufu, aren't you guys going a little overboard...?
Misaki
Still, getting to meet people like you guys is probably the most enjoyable part of being in a band for me...
Misaki
You've got me, hook, line, and sinker.
Marina
Fufufu. That's exactly what I expect from a joyful band like Hello, Happy World!
Marina
Thank you.
Marina
Okay, the last thing I want from you guys is a message to everyone looking to start a band or instrument... Let me get the camera.
Marina
And... Action.
Kaoru
To my little kittens who yearn to join a band, merely seeing a concert will only reveal half the fun of a musical performance. If you wish to experience the real deal, you must try it yourselves.
Kaoru
As the great authors of the past once said, "Nothing ventured, nothing gained."
Kaoru
I, Kaoru Seta, will forever be by your side. I hope you will take this chance to pursue the path to your desires.
Kanon
If you can't find the courage to take that first step, just sing this little charm...
Kanon
Happiness! Happy magicalāŖ This magic spell will give you courage. Good luck.
Hagumi
It's okay if you can't play your instrument at first! The most important thing is to have fun playing music! As long as you give it your all, you'll get better!
Hagumi
Ah, but don't let yourself go hungry. Make sure you eat up! I recommend croquettes!
Misaki
There'll be rough patches, but I don't think you'll ever regret joining a band.
Misaki
And coming from me, that means a lot. Although, I wouldn't recommend playing in a mascot costume... Hahaha.
Kokoro
If you want to play in a band, then get out there and play! Don't waste time thinking about it!
Kokoro
Today doesn't last forever, so you've got to make the most of it!
Kokoro
If everyone does what they love, our smiles will spread, and soon, the whole world will be smiling!
Kokoro
So...
Kokoro
Join us as we make the world smile!
Kokoro
Alright. Ready, everybody~?! On your mark, get set...
Kokoro
Happy! Lucky! Smile...!
All
Yaaay~!!
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