Mano Erina – Lucky Aura

Lucky Aura was Mano Erina’s 2nd indies single. It was released October 5, 2008.

Tracklist

1. Lucky Aura
2. Lucky Aura (Instrumental)

Yes! Another Erina single! Lucky Aura takes a big step in a different direction compared to her first single. This song is, of course, very piano driven but the main aspect is the whole techno sound the song has. That, combined with the piano, Erina’s overall more improved vocals and an awesome arrangement, make for a very good and catchy song. This song begins with Erina’s semi layered lyrics and an old sounding piano, some soft beats come in and give way to the first verse, which is introduced with some awesome piano. The verses are enjoyable and the music just sucks you in. Erina’s vocals sound a lot better this time, cuter, sweeter and overall more enjoyable to listen to.

It’s really about time Erina had her big chance at being a real soloist. She’s more than good enough at it and I’m sure she won’t disappoint.

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Mano Erina – Manopiano

Manopiano was Mano Erina’s 1st indies single. It was released June 29, 2008.

Tracklist

1. Manopiano

2. Manopiano (Instrumental)

Manopiano is a really sweet, mid paced piano tune with simple verses and chorus. The verses have a see-saw type of vocal style from Erina, whose vocals aren’t the best in the world, but for being her first release, their most definitely on level. She plays the piano herself, which is extremely catchy, especially during the beginning and breaks between chorus and next verse. Speaking of the chorus, it’s a tad bit annoying. It has her repeating(and holding) “Aitai yo” over and over again, which was a tad bit grating to the ears and was the low point of the song. Apart from this, the verses were really pleasant and the piano was really catchy and sweet.

I was a bit surprised by Mano Erina’s first release. After her work in Ongaku Gatas, I easily saw her as the Egg with the strongest voice, but in this release, I see that her voice is not really better than other Eggs, however, it’s enough to have gotten her recognized by Tsunku to become a soloist. I see a bright future for her and hope she continues with this type of music.

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