I decided I should at least see some of the their PVs - and inevitably ended up watching all of them.
This screen - it looks like it was born in my diary!
First of all I have to say I can see why the Japanese lose to the Korean. No, I don't mean looks or vocals. I mean that out of 14 songs PVs only one got stuck in my head. Which is of course Chankapana. Well, maybe Weeeek too. Also I have to say it's funny how the only other song I like is Tayou no Namida which O had from way back. Other than that it seems like all the actually good stuff went to KAT-TUN. Too bad.
Afterthoughts:
I'm surprised that NEWS have so few videos. I mean I know they had some hiatus and stuff but in 10 years?
Despite the music after having looked at NEWS I decided that at any rate they are now my favourite Johnnies.
I didn't feel particularly sad seeing the member count decrease. Somehow.
I love Chankapana, ok? It's brilliant. Best comeback song ever. The moves are a very Korean thing but good use! The original PV has too much weird girl so I prefer the live version. Plus Tegoshi's cry sounds awesome.
I was rather surprised at the live version of Full Swing though. I mean I'm used to seeing guys cry but I've never seen a band cry so much. All 4 of them. Shige was weeping by the time they began. I know it's very touching and stuff but it still seems strange to release it as a PV.
Next: Tegomass PV's.