Wow more Americans are discovering Sheena! I wonder if she'll blow up over here soon she's influenced japaness media and pop culture a ton most people here know of her style/personality but don't know the connection she's the best! 😍
Love your reaction! I was there for this live performance! It was insane! When she came out with her 1st single, I was shocked and threaten by her talent as a same age Japanese female musician. I am glad that her music is in my life for past 25 years.
This is lounge singing Shiina Ringo (no mole), which is still great, but nothing compared to 19-22 year old Shiina. When she started, Shiina Ringo really pushed her voice, probably beyond what humans are meant to produce. Then around 2002 she dramatically changed her singing style, either because of damage or she wanted to preserve her voice. Unfortunately her first two albums are not available in the U.S. and most of the videos from this time are not available to U.S. youtube viewers, so American Shiina Ringo fans usually only know the Tokyo Jihen and latter versions of Shiina (which is still great). I lived in Japan when Shiina Ringo exploded onto the Japanese music scene in 1998. The office building I worked in was next to a tv station and I was so fortunate to get tickets to hear prime Shiina perform on a variety show. The sounds that came out of that woman's body I've never experienced before or since. Shiina Ringo's vocal/dramatic tour de force is probably Tsumi to Batsu 罪と罰. ua-cam.com/video/CvJkmmKRFDw/v-deo.html is an early concert performance (still has her mole) in all her vocal glory. ua-cam.com/video/Ukwoj79-CAk/v-deo.html is a later variety show performance where she is obviously struggling. ua-cam.com/video/TfKQOa6DGTM/v-deo.html is a much less intense jazz version of the song. ua-cam.com/video/ViqPBSUt59g/v-deo.html is a relatively recent performance in the original dramatic style but where she replaces her vocal gymnastics with big band horns. All versions are great in their own way.
Mid-00s was where I would draw the line, if pushed, between the old and the new Ringo voice. It's like 2000-2004 she was otherworldly, able to push hard as she wanted anywhere top to bottom without a care and I never heard her go out of tune except for when literally screaming or doing something for effect. I think 2014 might've been where she struggled the most, and then since then she has been on an upward trajectory vocally all in all.
'Lounge singing' being known for it's big belted notes lol. Not quite as bad as those that call every kind of jazz (and sometimes some Latin American styles) she composes 'big band'.
Most versatile female composer of all time, capable of pop, rock, jazz, punk, acid jazz, electronic, samba, tango and more. Imagine being able to compose and perform stuff like ua-cam.com/video/WlcabRmZmkE/v-deo.html as naturally and authentically as composing and performing ua-cam.com/video/wXMydSionoQ/v-deo.html She's just an absurd talent.
I figure I should ask, do you know where I can find her “gekokyujyo xctasy” live show where it’s like a hospital theme? I saw clips of it before it was nuked from UA-cam. Especially if the piece, “Correct City”/“Tadashii Machi”. I’ve been looking for that specific version from that live show but I can’t find it anymore.
@UCCbzqTUMPaw7mmoYwQbPhMQ Oh my goodness thank you so much! I didn’t expect such a quick response. I wish I could explain how long I’ve been trying to find this show, I even tried to buy it and couldn’t find anywhere because of localization I suppose. I can’t thank you enough!
You just found 1% of charming of Ringo. She is 100x better than you can imagine. Ringo and Tokyo Jihen (she is the vocal) are the most talented musician I have ever seen. Just watch her live from 2000 to 2012, best of the best...
Oh no, the Queen has extended her realm. We gonna see more convert soon Btw her band is called Tokyo Incident, or Tokyo Incidemt, they are chock full of overtalented individual. Kono Jinsei wa Yume Darake :')
Among the popular songs of hers, "罪と罰 Sins and punishments" is the best. (I realizes someone had alreadysuggested, though) Songs like "本能 Instinct" or "歌舞伎町の女王 Queen of Kabuki town" are also the good ones. Song composes in her early carriers are dark and sexy and somewhat makes me feels like they are written by literal girl. BTW, Kabuki town is an famous and largest entertainment district and nothing to do with original Kabuki. : )
Written, Composed and Performed by Shiina Ringo. And that's the case w/ most of her stuff... she also does soundtracks and top10 hits for others. Material she doesn't perform or sing. Shiina is just ridiculous.
"imagine putting her in front of a metal band...." I wish you would listen to some of her first 2 albums. Personally, 'Gibs' and 'izonshou' are my favorites.
Wow more Americans are discovering Sheena! I wonder if she'll blow up over here soon she's influenced japaness media and pop culture a ton most people here know of her style/personality but don't know the connection she's the best! 😍
Love your reaction! I was there for this live performance! It was insane!
When she came out with her 1st single, I was shocked and threaten by her talent as a same age Japanese female musician. I am glad that her music is in my life for past 25 years.
She is absolutely incredible. I have just received twelve of her cds, her music is all over the place and I am loving it.
This is lounge singing Shiina Ringo (no mole), which is still great, but nothing compared to 19-22 year old Shiina. When she started, Shiina Ringo really pushed her voice, probably beyond what humans are meant to produce. Then around 2002 she dramatically changed her singing style, either because of damage or she wanted to preserve her voice. Unfortunately her first two albums are not available in the U.S. and most of the videos from this time are not available to U.S. youtube viewers, so American Shiina Ringo fans usually only know the Tokyo Jihen and latter versions of Shiina (which is still great).
I lived in Japan when Shiina Ringo exploded onto the Japanese music scene in 1998. The office building I worked in was next to a tv station and I was so fortunate to get tickets to hear prime Shiina perform on a variety show. The sounds that came out of that woman's body I've never experienced before or since.
Shiina Ringo's vocal/dramatic tour de force is probably Tsumi to Batsu 罪と罰. ua-cam.com/video/CvJkmmKRFDw/v-deo.html is an early concert performance (still has her mole) in all her vocal glory. ua-cam.com/video/Ukwoj79-CAk/v-deo.html is a later variety show performance where she is obviously struggling. ua-cam.com/video/TfKQOa6DGTM/v-deo.html is a much less intense jazz version of the song. ua-cam.com/video/ViqPBSUt59g/v-deo.html is a relatively recent performance in the original dramatic style but where she replaces her vocal gymnastics with big band horns. All versions are great in their own way.
Mid-00s was where I would draw the line, if pushed, between the old and the new Ringo voice. It's like 2000-2004 she was otherworldly, able to push hard as she wanted anywhere top to bottom without a care and I never heard her go out of tune except for when literally screaming or doing something for effect. I think 2014 might've been where she struggled the most, and then since then she has been on an upward trajectory vocally all in all.
'Lounge singing' being known for it's big belted notes lol. Not quite as bad as those that call every kind of jazz (and sometimes some Latin American styles) she composes 'big band'.
I’m glad that more people have been discovering sheena, she’s an amazing singer, that voice is so powerful.
She is amazing and super versatile ! More please !
Best musician from Japan PERIOD. As well as one of the best artists ever IMO
She’s a very interesting singer. Thanks for introducing me to her.
Most versatile female composer of all time, capable of pop, rock, jazz, punk, acid jazz, electronic, samba, tango and more. Imagine being able to compose and perform stuff like ua-cam.com/video/WlcabRmZmkE/v-deo.html as naturally and authentically as composing and performing ua-cam.com/video/wXMydSionoQ/v-deo.html She's just an absurd talent.
I figure I should ask, do you know where I can find her “gekokyujyo xctasy” live show where it’s like a hospital theme? I saw clips of it before it was nuked from UA-cam. Especially if the piece, “Correct City”/“Tadashii Machi”. I’ve been looking for that specific version from that live show but I can’t find it anymore.
@UCCbzqTUMPaw7mmoYwQbPhMQ Oh my goodness thank you so much! I didn’t expect such a quick response. I wish I could explain how long I’ve been trying to find this show, I even tried to buy it and couldn’t find anywhere because of localization I suppose. I can’t thank you enough!
You're very welcome!
Check my about section again :)
@@FauxieDaoJia Thank you again!
I was there. It was an amazing concert :)
Your reaction starting from 4:50 onwards is priceless haha!
Lmao she's already in Tokyo Jihen ..a pretty solid rock jazz band
You just found 1% of charming of Ringo. She is 100x better than you can imagine. Ringo and Tokyo Jihen (she is the vocal) are the most talented musician I have ever seen. Just watch her live from 2000 to 2012, best of the best...
You've gotta listen to the live version of the song "Gamble" by Ringo Sheena. The one where she has like a tree or giant antlers on her head
That version is something else. I’ve always dreamed of this song being used for a 007 movie
Oh no, the Queen has extended her realm.
We gonna see more convert soon
Btw her band is called Tokyo Incident, or Tokyo Incidemt, they are chock full of overtalented individual.
Kono Jinsei wa Yume Darake :')
I'm so happy some people notice sheena ringo i'd like more to hear tokyo jihen songs they are great.
8:11 oh you should check out her other songs .. I'm sure metal is included somewhere 😅
Among the popular songs of hers, "罪と罰 Sins and punishments" is the best. (I realizes someone had alreadysuggested, though)
Songs like "本能 Instinct" or "歌舞伎町の女王 Queen of Kabuki town" are also the good ones. Song composes in her early carriers are dark and sexy and somewhat makes me feels like they are written by literal girl.
BTW, Kabuki town is an famous and largest entertainment district and nothing to do with original Kabuki. : )
Shiina Ringo is a force to reckon with.
Almost all of her songs are so freaking awesome! Tsumi to Batsu is my favorite one, though.
Gosh that’s a classic , you can feel her frustration in that jewel , that’s the song that made me fell in love with her
Written, Composed and Performed by Shiina Ringo.
And that's the case w/ most of her stuff... she also does soundtracks and top10 hits for others. Material she doesn't perform or sing.
Shiina is just ridiculous.
queen
The official non-Japanese title is 'Ma Vie, Mes Rêves' ua-cam.com/video/GDnLHd2Ei3Y/v-deo.html
"imagine putting her in front of a metal band...."
I wish you would listen to some of her first 2 albums. Personally, 'Gibs' and 'izonshou' are my favorites.
Ringo Sheena's very jazzy song↓
ua-cam.com/video/afwuJw7ql0c/v-deo.html
（koroshiyakikiippatsu/The Assassin’s Assassin）
Wooow I subscribe I expect more of Sheena reaction, being japanese not many musicians like you take to the analisys her songs
Please react to L'arc-en-Ciel Ghost in My room
Sorry but u couldnt pay me enough to listen to any more than the 30 seconds I just witnessed. Good luck to ur channel.
FLOPPPP
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