[Article] a-nation without Ayumi Hamasaki

[SunshineSlayer]

Originally Posted by Empry

If I'm not mistaken, then most (or all) artists that perform at a-nation are manged by Avex Marketing, while Namie's mangement is Vision Factory and that's why she doesn't participate in the a-nations.

There are other artists that are primarily managed at other agencies like Rhythm Zone but they still perform. They also always have a few artists that are in no way affiliated with Avex at all. (artists basically on loan from other companies) When I went to A-Nation last year Remioromen played. So I've never believed that Namie being with different management was the reason for her not participating; I'm not sure what the reason is. But for sure she would be a suitable closer for them in their anniversary year because prior to Ayu's huge popularity, Avex's biggest star was definitely Namie.

But anyway, it seems from reading the article, that it is still speculation at this point that Ayumi won't be attending, but it is certainly looking that way.