Nami Tamaki - Greeting (13 tracks) +Album Reviews

The Girl Who Defines J-Pop (is Nami Tamaki,duh)

06/20/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I was introduced to NT through an issue of GL magazine (strange,i know) and thought "Hmmm...another J-Pop artist!Let the fun begin..." and immediately (...) to listen to her song samples...whooo, i was UTTERLY blown away. The the perfect combination of Nami's mind-blowing vocals and fabulous background music made me want to jump for joy,but i didn't (God forbid i get too perky). I had,at the time,been completely obsessed with Puffy AmiYumi and didn't think my undying loyalty would be abandoned so soon, but as soon as my NT CD arrived it was all that i listened to for a WHILE.

My favorite songs would have to be "Believe" "Destiny" and "Realize".

Believe is the second theme song for Japan's anime series MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM SEED that is sung by NT.It is my 2nd Nami Tamaki anthem (I have four.2 for Puffy and 2 for NT)and i listen to it incessantly on my iPod. This song was on the J-Pop cd,and for good reason. This song is the epitome of J-Pop.

Realize is the FIRST theme song for MSGS sung by NT but it not in any way superior to or worse than Believe. The two songs are equally perfect and different from each other.

Destiny is a very fast and more J-rockish type song in which the chorus is sung in the very beginning. Also in the song, Nami hits really, glass-shatteringly high notes on the words "itsumo" and "yobu". but it is a really good song.

The lyrics docome with the cd,but unless you can translate Romaji into English, you won't have a clue as to what she's singing about.

This is one of the best j-pop cds i have ever bought. hell, it IS the best j-pop cd i have ever bought and lisened to. like i said, Puffy comes really close to taking the award of best j-pop artist...but i gotta hand it over to Nami Tamaki.

Puffy AmiYumi+Nami Tamaki=pure J-Pop****************************

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Vastly better than anything I've heard from a Western Pop st

Steven Guy | Croydon, South Australia | 03/19/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is a delightful album of J-Pop from the very clear and clean voiced Nami Tamaki. She sings effortlessly in an unforced yet expressive voice. Her backing is modern electronica.

Yet another beguiling album of modern Japanese pop music with just enough "edge" and a sense of "otherness" to clearly differentiate Ms Tamaki's album from the typical prosaic Western product. To some extent, J-Pop could still be classified as "World Music". Lovers of all things Japanese will enjoy "Greeting"."

Wow!

Steven Guy | 06/25/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I first heard of Nami Tamaki when i saw her music video "Prayer" on the azn channel...shes so amazing! I like the fact that she was a dancer before she became a singer, so she choriographs(sp?) all her music video's herself! Besides that her voice is amazing! I personally think Prayer is the best song on the album but many people vary..."

Tamaki Nami starts off with a bang

Steven Guy | 05/24/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Her hit single "Believe" and "Realize" on Gundam Seed has toped numerous charts in Japan. Her album "greeting" has all the great singles in one CD. I totally recommend it! Her Techno and Dance beats really make her a unique artist. Who would of thought a 15 yr old girl could top the charts in less than a month? Now thats what i call talent! For all you anime or j-dance/techno/rave listeners, you won't be dissapointed."

A very fun CD

C. Vieira | 04/13/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"First of all, this CD is a very good investment if you like Japanese pop music. Second, this CD is an excellent starter if you are interested in getting into Japanese music.

Eternal voice- 5/5. It's got a nice, catchy opening, and great chorus.

Believe- 5/5. This song has an awesome beat, and a great chorus. Also, the guitar solo is impressive.

Day by Day- 4/5. The little beeping noises can get annoying, but overall, it's a great song with a catchy tune.

Complete- 5/5. This is a nice song that is set apart from the others, because instead of techno, this song is more rock. The guitar is great, and the only weird thing is the man saying "i'm down with the crew"...it's quite funny, actually. This song really shows off Nami's lower range.

Be Positive- 5/5. A really, nice mellow song. Nothing else to say.

Never stop my heart- 6/5. I LOVE this song. It's my favorite on the CD. It's a layed-back song, with nice violin, and a great chorus.

Shining Star- 5/5. This has got to be one of the coolest songs ever! The 'twinkle twinkle little star' tune plays through the begining, and a little bit in the middle, and it's got a fun twist put on it. This song is really fun.

realize- 5/5. Really, REALLY catchy, and it has some nice guitar.

naked- 4/5. At the begining of this song, the first time i heard it, i thought my CD player was skipping. But alas, it was only this song. This song is really good, it's just lacking one tiny thing.

Destiny- 5/5. my second favorite song on the CD. I like how Nami goes from the low notes to the high notes, and the little bit of hard guitar is a nice touch.

You, tomorrow- 4/5. Just one tip-don't listen to this song with headphones on. This song really shows off how long Nami can hold a note. Just sometimes, she goes too far. She holds almost every note. It does sound really good on regular speakers.

Prayer- 5/5. Really nice song, good tune and beat.

Believe (mix)- 5/5. This is very, very pretty. It's a great mix for a great song, and really shows off Nami's voice.

this CD is excellent, I listen to it lots, and i reccomend it strongly, as well as Nami's other albums."

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	Nami Tamaki Greeting Genres: International Music, Pop, Rock Track Listings (13) - Disc #1 Eternal Voice Believe day by day Complete Be Positive Never Stop My Heart - Kimi Toiu Kiseki ni- Shining Star - Wasurenaikara - Realize Naked Destiny You, Tomorrow Prayer Believe -Evidence01 Mix-
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