It's gonna be a LONG time before we can get something like this; I'm not sure if even Matsutoya Yumi or Matsuda Seiko have tribute albums yet. I know they have cover versions of their material, but it's not like there's been an actual project with the purpose of covering their songs. Granted Johnny's may be strict with their songs, but not even SMAP, who's been in the industry for over 20 years, have a tribute album yet.
Now if this were a TV special or a themed variety show, then maybe this can work e.g. a HEY! HEY! HEY! tribute to Hamasaki Ayumi with all these artists covering her work. Knowing her, if she'd ever want one, she'd probably make a special episode of Ayuready? or have Producer-like control and handpick her songs for the artists or something. Hahaha!
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