SMAP – shake (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

“shake” is SMAP’s follow-up to their song “Aoi Inazuma” and maintains the fun, catchy and enjoyable atmosphere that the guys have brought to their music since Katsuyuki Mori had left the group.    Overall, an enjoyable song and definitely one of my favorite SMAP songs! GROUP: Read More …

SMAP – Hadaka no Ousama ~Shibutoku Tsuyoku~ (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

SMAP’s 21st CD single features the final single for SMAP member Katsuyuki Mori (who is leaving the group to become a professional moto racer).  Upbeat, catchy and an enjoyable pop track from SMAP! GROUP: SMAP CD SINGLE: Hadaka no Ousama ~Shibutoku Tsuyoku~ LABEL: Victor CATALOG Read More …

SMAP – SMAP BOO: Remix Hardcore Idol Machine (a J!-ENT World Groove Album Review)

SMAP gets the remix treatment but for a remix album, its too safe because many songs are changed just a little while a few songs do get the full remix treatment.  Overall, the fans will love this album, while those looking for a more deeper Read More …

SMAP – Oretachi ni Asu wa Aru (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

SMAP’s 19th CD single continues the mature sound of the group.  Overall, “Oretachi ni Asu wa Aru” is a pretty fun single but it all comes down to the listener and if they enjoy this more mature side of the group. GROUP: SMAP CD SINGLE: Read More …