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Haha I do think k-pop has a more successful formula and appealing packaging to it than j-pop even if the substance is lacking. Their stuff is catchy whereas Japanese pop can often be too eclectic or different from what's mainstream in other countries yet mundane to Japanese listeners.
Ayu used to be THE mainstream without having common-sounding music which was an impressive feat not achieved by many. Now, she still deviates from most other artists but it's because her stuff isn't mainstream enough anymore that she can't sell like she used to along with the fact that she's been around for sooo long and released so much that people start to lose track of what she's doing.
Anyway, Love songs is an awesome album and will hopefully attract the attention it deserves!
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