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lets talk about an idol group that japanese society fears, atarashii gakko!


Key Points:

  1. Empowering Authenticity: Atarashii Gakko! promotes the idea that everyone has something unique to offer, countering Japan’s conformity culture. This message resonates deeply in a society that often values uniformity over individuality.
  2. Friendship Over Fame: The group’s foundation on genuine friendship results in natural interactions, creating a refreshing dynamic that contrasts with corporate idol groups focused solely on image and success.
  3. Unconventional Themes: Their music explores quirky topics, from ghost stories to alien battles, which fosters creativity and innovation—qualities that Japan has seen diminish in recent years.
  4. Cultural Commentary: Their lyrics often reflect the need for change in Japanese society, addressing complacency and encouraging youth to embrace their creativity rather than conforming to societal expectations.
  5. Global Reach: With their signing to 88rising, Atarashii Gakko! is expanding their influence beyond Japan, showcasing their unique brand of music at international events like Coachella.
  6. Relatable Content: Their unfiltered vlogs depict a fun and chaotic side of their lives, making them relatable and endearing to fans, while also breaking the mold of typical idol behavior.
  7. Challenging Industry Norms: Atarashii Gakko! embodies a shift in the idol industry, advocating for freedom and self-expression, thus redefining what it means to be a successful idol group in Japan today.
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[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Welp. They're touring nearby soon, so I guess I'm gonna check them out now. Thanks!

[–] jimmydoreisalefty -3 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

Oh, lucky!

I hope you get to see them live!


Edit: Added screenshot of tour locations

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World Tour Pt. II

Sep 26 Vancouver, BC PNE Forum

Sep 27 Seattle, WA Showbox SoDo

Sep 29 San Francisco, CA The Warfield

Oct 1 Mexico City, MX Pepsi Center

Oct 3 Chicago, IL Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

Oct 6 Toronto, ON History

Oct 8 New York, NY Terminal 5

Oct 9 Boston, MA Roadrunner

Oct 11 Washington, DC The Anthem

Oct 13 Atlanta, GA The Eastern

Oct 15 Austin, TX ACL Live

Oct 17 Dallas, TX The Factory in Deep Ellum

Oct 20 Los Angeles, CA Hollywood Palladium