Ayaka Suwa, voice of A2, gives birth to her first child

Ayaka Suwa, voice of A2, tweeted about the happy news that she recently gave birth to a healthy baby. In the tweet, she mentions that she hopes to return to work soon to deliver more wonder things to all fans. 

Simple translation: I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who’s supported me with kindness and care, both before and after the birth of my child. Your warm encouragement has meant so much, and I truly appreciate everyone who’s been there for me.

Every day is filled with new experiences, and I’m touched by my child’s every movement. As I gradually return to work, I look forward to sharing even more wonderful things with you all! It would mean a lot if you could continue to support and cheer me on.

Thank you for your encouragement. I will keep working hard each day!

Tsuki Oke 2024 – NieR Fan Orchestra Concert

▶︎ About Tsuki Oke / Mond Tränen PhilharmoNikeR

Mond Tränen PhilharmoNikeR (also known as the Tsuki Orchestra aka Tsuki Oke) is a volunteer-based musical group formed by fans with the goal of performing music from the NieR game series.

In 2017, they arranged music from NieR Gestalt/Replicant, and in 2019, they performed pieces from NieR:Automata with a full orchestra and chorus. At this concert, they performed music from NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… featuring an orchestra, chorus, and pipe organ. The group is dedicated to creating concerts that capture the essence of the NieR universe, continuously striving to innovate and improve their performances.

Read the full article here.

Bakuken 4 Key Visual Revealed

The key visual for the next edition in the Bakuken stage play series has been officially released. It seems like we’re going back to the black/white color scheme from the first play.

And, I can’t help but imagine that the hairstyle for Michael / Akiyama Yoshifuru is reminiscent of Masayoshi Yura’s bandage/eye patch… I’m sure that’s not intended here; just, I can’t help but see things that aren’t necessarily there. haha

The new subtitle reads:

Swordsmen & Servicemen & Gluttony & War & Deception

▶︎ The Cast
  (Left to Right)

  1. Ukai Mondo // 鵜飼 主水
     as Tokugawa Ieyasu // 徳川 家康
  2. Fumitaka Kuroki // 黒木 文貴
     as Ono Zenki // 小野善鬼
  3. Moe Tsurumi // 鶴見 萌
     as Amakusa Shiro // 天草 四郎
  4. Kyosuke Suga // 須賀 京介
     as Akiyama Yoshifuru // 秋山 好古
  5. Sakiho Motonishi // 本西 彩希帆
     as Suzuki Magoichi 雑賀孫市
  6. Ui Hinagata // 雛形 羽衣
     as Yatsume
  7. Sho Kadono // 門野 翔
     as Togo Shigekata // 東郷 重位
  8. Miyako Maikawa // 舞川 みやこ
     as Sasaki Setsu // 佐々木 セツ
  9. Tomohiro Sato // 佐藤 智広
     as Hiraga Gennai
  10. Mizuki Chiba // 千葉 瑞己
     as Minamoto Yoritomo

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NieR Composer / Pianist Keigo Hoashi leaves MONACA after 15+ years

Since today is the first of October, this is often when various contracts come to an end, and this is unfortunately true for Keigo Hoashi, who had been working with MONACA for over 15 years. He will be going independent, so we may still hear his music somewhere in the future.

If you are a fan of the NIeR soundtracks, half of them is all thanks to Hoashi’s work. As far as the NieR:Automata original soundtrack goes, you can see how each of the tracks are attributed to each of the MONACA composers here.

Here are a couple of his memorable tracks on the NieR:Automata OST:

  • Amusement Park
  • A Beautiful Song
  • Treasured Times
  • Vague Hope – Cold Rain
  • Forest Kingdom
  • Copied City
  • Widespread Illness
  • Vague Hope – Spring Rain
  • Bipolar Nightmare
  • The Sound of the End

NieR:Dinner Show – Somethin’ or Other 12024

NieR:Dinner Show – Somethin’ or Other 12024
~Great food, music, Keiichi Okabe, and his delightful friends~

There will be a special NieR Dinner/Concert held at the end of the year in Tokyo.

  • Title: NieR:Dinner Show – Somethin’ or Other 12024
  • Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024
  • Venue: The Prince Park Tower Tokyo HotelBallroom
  • Description: Enjoy a delicious dinner with live entertainment, featuring light-hearted conversation and outstanding performances by Keiichi Okabe and his team! It’s sure to be a perfect way to wrap up 2024.

Appearances will include Yosuke Saito, Yoko Taro, Keiichi Okabe, and Takahisa Taura, with musical performances by Emi Evans and J’Nique Nicole and others!

There will be a matinee and evening performance, with the evening tickets slightly more expensive. Tickets include about an hour for a delicious meal, then an hour talk event, followed by an hour and a half musical performance.

The matinee begins at 1:00pm and ends at 4:30pm, while the evening performances is from 6:00pm to 9:30pm.

This sort of show reminds me of the “Billboard LIVE Meets NieR Music” performances from 2019.

VIP tickets come with a special meet-and-greet photo op with the performers. They will also receive a special pass for the venue to wear around their necks as well as a signed mini-poster.

Everyone who attends will receive the following at their tables:

  • Program Leaflet
  • Emil Rubber Coaster
  • Table Napkin

Tickets are obtained via lottery, which will be open from today until Monday, October 14.

And this amazing new illustration is indeed by none other than the talented Kazuma Koda!
THANK YOU!!