UlasanAnime.com – Otakon has announced AAA, a teen pop/R&B group, as their headlining musical guest for the convention this year. While they are known for their energetic performances, the article expresses a sense of apathy regarding their appeal beyond a niche audience of “neophyte weeaboo chasers” and the teenage population of Japan.
The author acknowledges that AAA is a capable group with strong dancing skills and anticipates they will deliver a good show. However, there’s an underlying sentiment that not many attendees will dedicate their time to watch them. The hope is that a sufficient number of fans, particularly young girls, will show up to make the event worthwhile.
Despite the prevailing apathy, the author personally plans to attend the AAA performance, recognizing them as a “pretty cool group.” They emphasize the importance of being hospitable to guests, even within the constraints of convention time. The wish is for a quality entertainment experience without excessive fanfare or long queues, though the author humorously admits this might be a jinx.
The article then shifts to discuss Eminence, an orchestra group. The author speculates that Otakon might have taken inspiration from a successful gamer concert held the previous year. While not deeply immersed in the trend of orchestral arrangements of game music, the author expresses a degree of interest, citing personal experience with games like Final Fantasy VII and other fan-favorite soundtracks.
Eminence’s performance is deemed “definitely worth seeing,” with a specific mention of a potential rendition of “Free Bird.” The author also notes the involvement of Hitoshi Sakimoto, a composer whose works are appreciated but not collected by the author. Sakimoto’s participation with Eminence is expected to be a highlight, adding another layer of excitement to the orchestral performance.
In a concluding remark, the author makes a lighthearted comparison to Anime Expo’s guest list for the same year, suggesting that Otakon’s offerings might not be as extensive. Nevertheless, the sentiment remains that the announced guests, despite the author’s personal feelings of apathy towards some, still hold potential for an enjoyable convention experience.
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