Perfume Leading Japanese Cars 2 Promotions

Posted on July 30, 2011 by goodlucksaturday

Japanese promotion for Cars 2 is revving up as the film gets its Japanese release and Perfume are front and center with spots at the premiere and various television work in its anticipation. The girls were focal points at a traditionally theme premiere and are also a part of the further promotions by hosting their own series of 15 second spots discussing the film in addition to being the first thing seen when visiting the Japanese site.

The promotions have seen a renewed interest in the nearly four-year-old song “Polyrhythm” as well, with the girls performing it on various music programs in recent weeks. Also on television, Perfume appeared on the popular variety show Himitsu no Arashi-chan!, hosted by popular boy band Arashi in an episode where Perfume spent the day with Jun Matsumoto and Masaki Aiba picking strawberries, getting frozen in a mountain simulator, being scared witless in a haunted house, enjoying ice cream and carousels, and having a peaceful dinner interrupted by a dancing bowl of ramen (who was quite adept to “Chocolate Disco” and “A-Ra-Shi”).

The adventure was a great example of what makes Perfume such an appealing group, and why being a Perfume fan doesn’t stop at being a fan of their music. Even if you aren’t able to fully understand the content, the girls’ charm and wit make it very easy to enjoy. It’s a good time to be a Perfume fan; the girls are highly visible and making various appearances around television. Hopefully with the high visibility can lead to some positive news regarding their music soon.

New Perfume Song “Glitter” to Promote a Third Kirin Ad

Posted on July 12, 2011 by goodlucksaturday

On the heels of “Laser Beam” and “Kasuka na Kaori,” Perfume will be the feature of a third Kirin ad to promote their Chu-hi line beginning July 13th in Japan. The ad will feature a brand new song “Glitter.” Kirin will use “Glitter” to promote their limited edition Golden Pineapple flavor in their Hyoketsu Sparkling line.

A 15 sec clip is available courtesy of perfumblr. The song has no official release information set at this point, but stay tuned for information regarding its release. In the meantime, you can share your thoughts on the song, ad, and new outfit set here.

“Kasuka na Kaori” Special Video Clip & John Lasseter’s a Big Fan

Posted on July 1, 2011 by goodlucksaturday

While Perfume are no strangers to having prominent figures as well known fans to their music, Pixar chief creative officer John Lasseter may now be their most famous fan in the world. On the recent episode of Perfume LOCKS (with thanks to hardly_timely), the girls discussed their time in Los Angeles and the lunch they had with Mr. Lasseter.

According to them, Lasseter was excited about his opportunity to have lunch with the girls that his rate of questions prevented them from be able to properly eat their lunch. He even went so far as to surprise them by noting Perfume’s Hiroshima singles “Omajinai Perori” and “Kareshi Boshuuchuu.” This passion from Lasseter is just one side as he himself has not been shy in expressing his love for Perfume, saying when he first heard “Polyrhythm” it was like “falling in love.”

Also, a new “Special Video Clip” for “Kasuka na Kaori” will air July 7 on MUSIC ON! TV that will appear to alter the images in the video. The original PV for “Kasuka na Kaori” has been divisive amongst fans for its use of photo snapshots to capture the song’s tone. The new version will seemingly dismiss the heavy photo cropping that left much of screen black and empty by pulling the images into the original aspect ratios. Feel free to discuss it here.

This Monday, from 5:25-8:00 a.m. in Japan, TV Tokyo will air a special movie that will chronicle Perfume at the Cars 2 World Premiere in Los Angeles. Whether it’s just the red carpet premiere or a documentary, well, I guess we’ll find out. Feel free to discuss it here.