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Old 4th January 2010, 07:48 PM
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Let's see. This concert was quite interesting. There were certain parts which were a bit questionable, like certain outfits and recycled screens but CDL's always have a small budget so it's forgiven. Ayu seems like she struggling to sing as a whole... I hope she is getting the vocal lessons that she really needs to take.

I am... was pretty good. The outfit was perfect for the song choice, for once the dancers did not clutter the stage and were just in the background. Also I loved the rock/orchestra mix. Very dramatic opening and Ayu performed it well. It's got this old Ayu feel to it which I love
Moments was done in the same style of the Kohaku, I think? With the feathers and oriental feel to it. I love how heartfelt Ayu sounds in it.
STEP you's outfit almost gave me seizure. What... the hell was the designer smoking when they designed that freaky Alice outfit? The puffy skirt was so awkward and weird. I'm guessing they were re-enacting Alice in Wonderland's theme but it came as quite... weird. Also the whole dance with the dancers was chaotic. At least Ayu sung well.
energize: Same problem. It looks wacky. At least she takes some time to interact with her fans. Was quite a horror to watch.
About You Yo-chan's intro was amazing. Well the outfit looked a little more tolerable. Maybe not as badass as I would've wanted it. I would've removed the bow and fluffy skirt. She sang well though she didn't really try to have a stage presence compared to others.
momentum/ You Were The outfit was okay and the singing was too. I don't care much about the dancers singing but I guess it's a staple now in Ayu's ballads. You were was nicer because there was just Ayu The orchestral outro was pretty though the wailing of those two are painfully annoying.
Pride: Shuya again...ugh. The ring dancers were more impressive than Shuya's flailing. Anyway, the dress was like a weird chocolate cake... looks similar to AT06 but with lace this time. I liked the return of the chorus. Her vocals were not so good towards the end.
Inspire: The outfit here is so so. I liked the vocals and her stage presence.
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