Oh yes, the promos for the American adaptation are horrid and I imagine the show itself won't fair much better.

The biggest problem with the series is that the intial seasons are nowhere near as good as the first -- season 1 and 3 introduce a cast of characters and the subsequent seasons (2 and 4) do interesting things with them. I just like it for its visuals and music selection (which is brilliant in seasons 3-4). I can't explain why it's enjoyable. I just like the spectacle of it. It's not like anything else. It's written by a group of teenagers (at least it was initially, not sure if it is now) and it shows: you get the sense they do whatever the hell they want with the show. Give season 3 a chance, if you ever have the time (but be sure to download it -- the DVD releases replace all the licensed music with unsigned bands).

I've had "Tokyo!" in my Netflix queue for a while and I guess now I'll add "Josee, the Tiger and the Fish" next to it. Thanks for the half-hearted rec, heh. I still say you should check out "Ping Pong." Really fun film and the use of Supercar songs elevates it.

Thanks again for introducing me to Serani Poji. I love all three of her albums so much.

I think its time for another mix! If you make me one, I'll make you one back.

I recently made this mix for classmates. You've probably heard a couple songs from it but hopefully it can tide you over until my next real mix.

Where ya been girl? I dedicate this jam to you: http://soundcloud.com/belle-ile-musique/sunny-day-service-mahou <3

Haven't got around to listening to all those albums you sent but hopefully will soon. Thanks again!

i don't recall if you mentioned anatakikou before. you might have. my memory sucks, but you should know that by now :). i will most likely make a list, but yeah - i seem to be listening to less and less new music each year. and playing more video games instead :(

going to be playing catchup these next few weeks. listening to a bunch of albums i missed out on this year

thanks for the comments :). oh wow, just noticed by lookin at the 'upcoming' section of your rym that there's a new aco album.... gonan have to check that out

Have you listened to Pamyu Pamyu Revolution yet? I think you'd really like it.