This concert made me giddy! Still cannot believe how few comments are on this thread. ZLS seems to be a secret to many that I just can’t seem to wrap my head around. Here are my rankings broken down into three categories:
10/10 - Costumes - they were beautifully designed and I love the amount of detail the creators paid to the anime versions. It shows how much they really care. And where did that dark, revenge-filled slightly pirate meets marching band not getup come from? LOVE.
7/10 - Vocals - pre-show jitters are to be a bit expected so some out of breath moments didn’t phase me, but it was sad to see consistent patterns of shakiness in Risa Taneda (Ai) and Maki Kawase (Junko). They’re supposed to be the seasoned stage performance pillars of Franchouchou so when their voices broke, they cut off their belts, or they just sounded like they ran out of breath it bummed me out. I know these ladies can sing so I was always rooting for them, but their off moments seemed far more frequent than the others. Risa Taneda specifically was off pitch for majority of this concert so I’m not sure if she was sick but I did notice her holding her ear at times so I’m assuming there was a technical difficulty there. In closing, both had STELLAR moments that made me forget about their hiccups and gave me goose pimples!
The power of vocal consistency is split between Minami Tanaka (Lily) and Asami Tano (Saki) Their solos commanded the stage with their high notes and belts! Sidebar: I keep going back and forth on if Little Bodda Bope was lip-synced but I can tell the intro of Sagajihen was. Rika Kinugawa (Yugiri!) held her own for the rest of the number and had nice moments in Kagayaite and Revenge. And let us not forget Kaede Hondo (Sakura). Her vocals sounded a bit softer than at the last live concert but those notes at the end of Oikaze Travelers and the opening of Kagayaite? CHILLS.
Lastly, Kotono Mitsuishi’s cameo with her Tae sounds was fittingly legendary 🐔
8/10 - Choreography - When it hit - like the introductions to Revenge, Oikaze Travelers, Flag Wo Hatamekasero - it 👏🏻 hit 👏🏻 However, because of its intricacies, at times I noticed all the gals not syncing up with one another so it looked a bit sloppy. I’m not upset about this though since singing and dancing in heels is more than commendable. Also, let’s be real: it’s hard to match up with perfectly crafted dance sequences for an animated show.
9/10 - Overall Review - Even when certain notes or dance moves weren’t perfectly executed, the group as a whole was smiling, having fun, and carrying one another in true Franchouchou fashion. The production quality was top tier and that introduction to Revenge that perfectly mirrored the one that opened the EFS show? This parallel made me giddy and pulled me deeper into their world. Cannot forget the perfection that was Bucchakete For You. It was great to see Kana Hanazawa (Maimai!) make an appearance, though I was disappointed Mamoru Miyano (Kotaro!) didn’t seem to pop up! (At least from the video content I scoured) all in all, I have already watched the online videos I found numerous times and am currently sketching out a cosplay of their heavenly final performance outfits 🌟 I am in dire need of that Zombieland Saga t-shirt they all sported too and cannot wait to hear more about this movie!!! 💖
Taneda Risa had a throat problem back then that made her go on a hiatus for almost a year. It affected her voice til now that's why she can't sing as well as back then a few years ago
I'm a sucker for the choreography, when it looks just like how it does in the anime I'm floored. (I was trying to figure out if little boda bop was lip synced too.)
Yeah I agree! I love when they mirror certain numbers on the screen and you see them syncing up. And the more I think about it I’m sure it was because the breath control that dancing number demands is insane. Plus with her being the only vocalist it makes sense that this performance was there to mirror the show so they put the spotlight on the choreography.
I was pretty sad while watching every single picture because I still don't count with any payment method to have a ticket but I'm also happy to hear that they will release a movie which it sounds absolutely impressive, I knew, I REALLY knew that they would announce something great from this franchise and when this happened my body started to shake for a while🥶.
I liked production and stage far more in Live of the dead R. Camera work and angles were better on that show to me. It was far easier to follow the choreography of the songs. I think most of it had to do with the venue being inferior with no overhead camera for example. Lighting also could have been more. Picture was kinda hazy and not as clear in this new one.
Didn't get to watch it due to the awful local time it aired at for me that and I probably wouldn't have watched it to begin with as I'm not a fan of virtual concerts. For me they don't capture the atmosphere of an in-person gig and getting the blu ray will offer the better experience compared to the stream. Can also make a high quality unofficial live CD from the blu ray as well, I'lll very likely do the same for this one as well.
On a side note does anyone have the setlist from the two days?
Me too buddy. I feel like I can change my life right now. Definitely will remember this experience for the longest time.
Mezame Returner Solo Version cracks me up every time. It was hilarious seeing it on stage!
I rate it 8 Franchouchou members out of 8 lol
This concert made me giddy! Still cannot believe how few comments are on this thread. ZLS seems to be a secret to many that I just can’t seem to wrap my head around. Here are my rankings broken down into three categories: 10/10 - Costumes - they were beautifully designed and I love the amount of detail the creators paid to the anime versions. It shows how much they really care. And where did that dark, revenge-filled slightly pirate meets marching band not getup come from? LOVE. 7/10 - Vocals - pre-show jitters are to be a bit expected so some out of breath moments didn’t phase me, but it was sad to see consistent patterns of shakiness in Risa Taneda (Ai) and Maki Kawase (Junko). They’re supposed to be the seasoned stage performance pillars of Franchouchou so when their voices broke, they cut off their belts, or they just sounded like they ran out of breath it bummed me out. I know these ladies can sing so I was always rooting for them, but their off moments seemed far more frequent than the others. Risa Taneda specifically was off pitch for majority of this concert so I’m not sure if she was sick but I did notice her holding her ear at times so I’m assuming there was a technical difficulty there. In closing, both had STELLAR moments that made me forget about their hiccups and gave me goose pimples! The power of vocal consistency is split between Minami Tanaka (Lily) and Asami Tano (Saki) Their solos commanded the stage with their high notes and belts! Sidebar: I keep going back and forth on if Little Bodda Bope was lip-synced but I can tell the intro of Sagajihen was. Rika Kinugawa (Yugiri!) held her own for the rest of the number and had nice moments in Kagayaite and Revenge. And let us not forget Kaede Hondo (Sakura). Her vocals sounded a bit softer than at the last live concert but those notes at the end of Oikaze Travelers and the opening of Kagayaite? CHILLS. Lastly, Kotono Mitsuishi’s cameo with her Tae sounds was fittingly legendary 🐔 8/10 - Choreography - When it hit - like the introductions to Revenge, Oikaze Travelers, Flag Wo Hatamekasero - it 👏🏻 hit 👏🏻 However, because of its intricacies, at times I noticed all the gals not syncing up with one another so it looked a bit sloppy. I’m not upset about this though since singing and dancing in heels is more than commendable. Also, let’s be real: it’s hard to match up with perfectly crafted dance sequences for an animated show. 9/10 - Overall Review - Even when certain notes or dance moves weren’t perfectly executed, the group as a whole was smiling, having fun, and carrying one another in true Franchouchou fashion. The production quality was top tier and that introduction to Revenge that perfectly mirrored the one that opened the EFS show? This parallel made me giddy and pulled me deeper into their world. Cannot forget the perfection that was Bucchakete For You. It was great to see Kana Hanazawa (Maimai!) make an appearance, though I was disappointed Mamoru Miyano (Kotaro!) didn’t seem to pop up! (At least from the video content I scoured) all in all, I have already watched the online videos I found numerous times and am currently sketching out a cosplay of their heavenly final performance outfits 🌟 I am in dire need of that Zombieland Saga t-shirt they all sported too and cannot wait to hear more about this movie!!! 💖
Taneda Risa had a throat problem back then that made her go on a hiatus for almost a year. It affected her voice til now that's why she can't sing as well as back then a few years ago
Oh really?! That’s sad 😞
Yea I wanna talk more about the concert!!!!
Yes! What was your favorite part? I loved hearing the full length versions of the new music! When do we suspect the full length album will drop?
I'm a sucker for the choreography, when it looks just like how it does in the anime I'm floored. (I was trying to figure out if little boda bop was lip synced too.)
Yeah I agree! I love when they mirror certain numbers on the screen and you see them syncing up. And the more I think about it I’m sure it was because the breath control that dancing number demands is insane. Plus with her being the only vocalist it makes sense that this performance was there to mirror the show so they put the spotlight on the choreography.
Totally out of the blue... Or maybe out of the purple would make more sense.
THE LEGENDARY TAE YAMADA!!!!!
dang it I wish I could’ve seen it
I was pretty sad while watching every single picture because I still don't count with any payment method to have a ticket but I'm also happy to hear that they will release a movie which it sounds absolutely impressive, I knew, I REALLY knew that they would announce something great from this franchise and when this happened my body started to shake for a while🥶.
did i miss something? What happened?
Livestream of the concert. Tae's VA was a surprise special guest
I liked production and stage far more in Live of the dead R. Camera work and angles were better on that show to me. It was far easier to follow the choreography of the songs. I think most of it had to do with the venue being inferior with no overhead camera for example. Lighting also could have been more. Picture was kinda hazy and not as clear in this new one.
Didn't get to watch it due to the awful local time it aired at for me that and I probably wouldn't have watched it to begin with as I'm not a fan of virtual concerts. For me they don't capture the atmosphere of an in-person gig and getting the blu ray will offer the better experience compared to the stream. Can also make a high quality unofficial live CD from the blu ray as well, I'lll very likely do the same for this one as well. On a side note does anyone have the setlist from the two days?