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Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Episode 06)
It is now confirmed that Setouchi from Cgrass is a crazy Asahi fanboy who is still obsessed with her! Poor Niyodo! I actually feel bad for him. He…


2022 Summer Three-Episode Check-In
We've battled through the desert of the summer season to find out what shows have beat the heat.
Chimimo, Lycoris Recoil, Phantom of the Idol, Tokyo Mew Mew, YUREI DECO


Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Episode 05)
I can’t believe we’re already halfway through the season! Episode 5 was an eventful one! We finally got to see ZINGS perform on a big stage and we…


Summer 2022 Bite-Size Menu
Sitting inside in the protection of the AC in avoidance of a record heatwave, it feels like summer is definitely here attempting to cook me alive. There are…
YUREI DECO, Bad Boys, Call of the Night, Lycoris Recoil, Phantom of the Idol


HiDive: Plunging into a Pool of Unexpected Anime!
I recently signed up for a free 14 day trial subscription to the anime streaming service HiDive. I had heard from other anime bloggers that there was some…
Phantom of the Idol, The Demon Girl Next Door, Call of the Night


Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Episode 04)
An idol group cannot survive in the entertainment industry without a solid fan base. And ZINGS is no exception to that rule. They might not be that popular…


Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Episode 03)
In this episode, ZINGS had to do a photoshoot with the theme: “ZINGS on their day off”. Basically the boys had to showcase their normal daily lives. But…


2022 Summer Premiere Digest
Summer's lookin' mighty dry, but we're here to help you find some unexpected treasures.
Engage Kiss, League of Nations Air Force Aviation Magic Band Luminous Witches, My Isekai Life: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World!, RWBY: Ice Queendom, Vermeil in Gold


Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Episode 02)
The ghost of Asahi can be quite scary sometimes, especially when she’s trying get Niyodo to be a better idol. But who can blame her? He is a…


Phantom of the Idol – Spring 2022 Anime Season First Impressions (Spoiler‑Free)
"Phantom of the Idol" is the first show to air of our Summer 2022 anime season First Impressions slate! Does it stand a ghost of a chance against…


Summer 2022: What We’re Watching
I can’t believe Summer is already here. While the weather where Star and I live hasn’t quite caught up yet, it’s on the horizon and we are ready…


Reader’s Corner: Kaiju No. 8 (Vol. 3), Trapped in a Dating Sim, and The Phantom of the Idol
This week, we cover the thrilling new volumes of Kaiju No. 8, the volume of Trapped in a Dating Sim that picks up the story from where the…


First Look: Phantom of the Idol
Boy idols, except one of them hates being an idol so the ghost of a girl idol takes over his body and probably hilarity ensues


Summer 2022 First Impressions – Phantom of the Idol
Streaming: HIDIVE Episodes: 10 Source: Manga Episode Summary: Yuya Niyodo is one half of the male idol group ZINGS, though the effort he brings to the table is…


Summer 2022 First Impressions: Phantom of the Idol
This anime kicks off the summer 2022 season, so check over there for some more notes on this series.


Phantom of the Idol – Episode 1
Much like ghosts, you'll either believe in Phantom of the Idol or you'll ignore it ratling around in the background due to its pretty okay premiere that, while…


Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Episode 01)
Summer 2022 is here! And I’m starting the new season with Kami Kuzu☆Idol (Phantom of the Idol)! I picked it up because I liked the synopsis and because…


Summer 2022 Anime Premiere Reviews – Day 1
Over on Anime News Network, as part of "The Summer 2022 Preview Guide," I've reviewed the first episodes of Spriggan, RWBY: Ice Queendom, BASTARD!! -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy-,…
Phantom of the Idol #01 — Finger Bang Bang
I don't think this song was well thought out. Impressions: This may genuinely be the cheapest and ugliest CGI that I've seen in a professional show in…


First Impression: Phantom of the Idol
As one-half of the idol group ZINGS, Niyodo must put in the practice, effort, and love that will please the duo’s fans and lead them to popularity. Unfortunately,…


Summer Anime 2022 Season Preview
It's time to take a look at what caught our eye for the Summer 2022 Season!
Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun, Shoot! Goal to the Future, Tokyo Mew Mew, Phantom of the Idol, Love Live! Superstar!!
Pick of the Week: Lose Yourself in London
SEAN: The me that knows I should be interested in worthy, intellectual manga that’s won awards knows that I should be picking Lost Lad London, even as the…