#accordion sticker

[stickerskingdom]

global musical instrument sticker

[dezinomania]

(via "The Sounds of Accordion" Sticker for Sale by DEZINOMANIA)

[celestefem]

it’s not the most exciting book ever, but i made a little travel journal

[am-i-the-asshole-official]

🪗 WIBTA if I put a pronoun sticker (that isn't accurate for me) on my accordion case? 🪗

I always use she/her when I talk about my accordion; I prefer that other people do the same (though obviously this isn't something I enforce). I think it would be fun if I put a she/her sticker on her case. Which seems pretty harmless but also people might think that the sticker meant MY pronouns were she/her, since it's more common for people to use pronoun stickers for themselves than for inanimate objects. My pronouns are not she/her.

In my mind it would be very funny to be like "oh, no, sorry, those are my accordion's pronouns, not mine!" if anyone got confused. I might be the AH for thinking that setting people up to fail just so I can correct them is 'funny,' but also, it's not like it would be just a prank. Those are actually my accordion's pronouns. (If it makes any difference, she/her is the pronoun set most people assume for me anyways.)

What are these acronyms?

[uispeccoll]

#MiniatureMonday

Fruity Jubilee: A Scratch ‘n’ Sniff Pocket Book

In the mood for a tasty little treat? Try a recipe from Fruity Jubilee, an accordion folded book of fruit themed foods. Each page has a recipe card tucked into it, and a matching fruity scratch ‘n’ sniff sticker opposite. Recipes include fresh strawberry ice cream, baked apple marzipan, banana whip, lemon fritters, and more.

The book was designed and printed by artist Pat Baldwin at Pequeño Press on Fabriano and handmade banana fiber papers and bound at Waterleaf Mill & Bindery in Bisbee, Arizona. This is edition 39 of 50.

Smith Miniatures Collection N7433.4.B3455 F78 1995

---Anne M.

[hiveworks]

Convention Guide: Basic Tabling Gear

September 2023

Whether you’re an artist alley newbie or you’ve been doing the convention circuit for years, putting together your table essentials is a crucial part of selling your wares at events and ensuring your weekend goes smoothly. In this guide, we’re covering the basics of setting up your first ever table.

This list is a non comprehensive assessment of things a tabler might need and should be used as a simple starting point. The four main categories we will cover are:

The Display

Behind the Table

Money

Quality of Life Suggestions

—🐝—

1. The Display

a) Tablecloth

Starting from the base layer, we’ve got tablecloths– an easy way to add some color and personality to your table. Your tablecloth doesn’t even have to be an actual tablecloth! You can use a length of fabric cut from a bolt at your local craft store. Convention tables tend to be 6’ long, so when selecting your fabric, look for measurements longer than 72” (183cm).

Play with color and texture to find something that fits the theme of your work on display. Patterns can be fun, but might distract from your inventory or signage if the colors/design are too bold and busy. Tip: your cloth may get messy from food behind the scenes or dust/dirt if you do outdoor events. Get something that’s easy to wash in your machine!

b) Display supports

Most artists these days use cube organizers that break apart into flat panels and connector joints. They are easy to store when not in use, easy to transport in a suitcase or tote, and you can change the shape depending on your table set up and inventory. Tip: constructing your display to include shelves that face you behind the table helps organize your backstock during the show.

These cubes aren’t your only option. Some people use milk crates, picture frames, wooden boxes, custom built shelves, etc. Consider what works best for you, your aesthetic, and your storage/transportation needs. When in doubt, you can always lay your goods flat on the table.

c) Signage

Having clear signage on your items to denote price helps people feel more comfortable purchasing from your table. Your price markers don’t have to be fancy. Prices written neatly on pieces of paper and paperclipped to your books or taped up next to your stickers is a simple and effective strategy. Some people print out a price list or use a sign board. It’s totally up to you!

Include a sign with your name somewhere in your display, including your social media handle if it is different from your artist name. This will help fans of your work more easily recognize you. Tip: use a QR code prominently displayed on your table that links to your portfolio, linktree, etc.

d) Banner/backdrop

Look out behind you! Whether it’s a banner, a backdrop, or something else, the space behind your seat can be put to use. While it is relatively easy to print custom banners at most print shops, many tablers cite this as an unnecessary expense, especially for first time artist alley participants. If you’d like to hang a collage of your work behind you, look for photography backdrop tripods, which can collapse and fold up neatly. The behind-the-table space is shared with other artists, and it can get cramped. Be mindful of your needs when deciding how to do a backdrop. Some artists opt to exclude a backdrop and just use their cubes to arch over them.

Optional: Decorate your table! Flowers, string lights, plushies, etc. can all bring a special one of a kind experience to your set up.

2. Behind The Table

a) Inventory

Now that we’re behind the table, let’s talk about what’s going on back here. Starting with inventory. If you’re absolutely unsure how much to bring, a good starting number is about 10 of each item. If you sell out, congratulations! You’ll know what to bring more of next time, or you’ll know you should raise your prices. For storing inventory during transportation to the con and while at the show, you might consider simple boxes, an accordion folder, or a portfolio case, depending on what kind of items you’re bringing. Reminder: if you’re using display cubes, structuring them to give you shelves on your side of the table will help you keep things organized.

b) Suitcase/storage tote

Under your feet will be your suitcase/tote box, and perhaps a dolly, if you used one to wheel your boxes into the building. It is recommended that your suitcase/tote has a lock on it, as you’ll be leaving inventory overnight. Hopefully no matter what you use, it has wheels of some kind. All this gear gets heavy. If you are not using a wheeled device, make sure to check your pack’s weight as you assemble your supplies. You will have to carry it from the parking garage or bus stop through the convention center, and back out again at the end of the show.

c) Cover cloth

What else is in that box? Your cover cloth. This one is optional, but some artists like having a lightweight cloth to cover their table when the day is done. Something like a vinyl picnic tablecloth works perfectly. The cover cloth helps prevent anyone from accidentally knocking your things over or having things go missing.

d) Business cards

On your side of the table, you ought to have plenty of back up business cards. You’ll have some of these out on the table for passersby to pick up, but this item is the number one thing you’re going to hand out the most of. It’s always better to have too many rather than too few. For a single three day convention, you might need 200+ cards. Make sure your website/online shop is easy to find on your cards. Cute business cards go a long way to making your table memorable long after the con has ended.

Bonus supplies: Here’s a short list of things you might need throughout the weekend to touch up your display. Keep them in a bag and bring them with you every time you table!

Masking and clear tape

Spare paper for impromptu signage

Sharpies and pens

Zip ties

Scissors

3. Money

a) Card reader

The most commonly used card reader is Square, but there are alternatives. Research their fees and prices to determine what fits your needs. You’ll want to get a hold of a card reader and set up your account well in advance of your show. Card readers require wifi/data to work and will only work in your country of business, so take that into consideration when packing for your show. Most convention halls have wifi (sometimes at a cost), but if your show is outdoors you might be relying on data.

b) Cash/change

Cash is king! Make sure to bring enough cash/change for your show. About $25-50 in small bills is usually enough if you’re also accepting card. At the end of the day, consider tucking your big bills away in a secure location in your hotel room. If something were to happen to your bag, you’ll appreciate not having your entire weekend’s earnings in it!

c) Fanny pack

Keeping your cash attached to you at all times is smart. People often use fanny packs or cross body bags to manage their money.

4. Quality of Life

a) Backup battery

Since you may be using your phone to complete transactions, or maybe you’re drawing on your iPad with time to kill, you’ll want to bring a back up battery. Most tables don’t have access to electricity, so having a battery and charging cables is a good idea.

b) Hand sanitizer & masks

One hand sani pump out front and one behind the table. You’ll be handling money, shaking hands with strangers, and touching surfaces that thousands of people have been touching all day. As long as there have been conventions, there have been con plagues. You don’t want to get knocked out with a cold (or worse) so masking is great!

c) Table buddy

If you’re able to, bring a friend to help you table. Cons will often give tablers 2 passes (one for you and one for a friend). They can help you grab coffee or lunch, get change, package a big purchase, cover you for bathroom breaks, etc. Table buddies are truly the unsung heroes of artist alley.

d) No table buddy? No problem.

Check in with con staff and volunteers. Many comic cons will have a green room for artists to take a snack break and decompress, and con staff will help guide you there. Some conventions also enlist volunteers to help sit your table while you’re away. They’ll make sure your table stays in order, direct people to your business cards, and inform curious patrons when to expect you back.

e) Fun stuff!

There will be plenty of downtime. Con hours are long and often slow in the mornings. Bring something to keep you occupied, but not too engrossed, so you can easily pull away to greet customers and fans. Fidget toys, a puzzle book, knitting or crochet project are all great ideas.

f) Get Comfy, Eat Well, Stay Hydrated

Going from your quiet desk to the high octane energy of artist alley can be a shock to the system. Some items to help reduce the fatigue are: noise canceling headphones during downtime and breaks, sunglasses to combat the fluorescent lights and rest your eyes, slippers or comfy shoes for under the table, and layers of clothing. Convention halls can fluctuate temperatures wildly. With lots of AC during the summer, sweaty crowds, and the flow of traffic to your table, you’ll be working up a sweat fulfilling transactions one second then freezing after sitting still for a minute.

Most importantly, have a small cooler with snacks and drinks. You may not get a break, but it’s important to stay hydrated and energized.

—🐝—

The next time you're at a convention, take note of displays that inspire you. #ArtistAlley and #ConTable tags on Instagram or TikTok can connect you with creators sharing their setups. Your table design is an opportunity to be creative and express yourself, while also learning along the way what works for you. Most tables, however, are built up over several convention seasons of trial and error, so while it’s good to take note of others' displays as a source of inspiration, try to keep your first table relatively simple. The more you table, the more you’ll be able to identify your needs for you and your merchandise.

We’ll close out this blog post with one final suggestion. Big, multi-day conventions can be fun, but they can also be expensive. Your tabling supplies and inventory aside, if you’re doing a show away from home, you’ll contend with table fees (often $250-450 USD), hotel, transportation, meals, etc. And not every convention is a good fit for your wares! Small, local events and art festivals are a great, low stakes, relatively cheap (or free) way to start tabling. Check your area for zine fests, queer makers markets, and craft fairs.

Sound off if there’s anything we missed! Good luck on your tabling adventures.

[weekendwars]

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[puppetshcw]

STUPID CUPID, a dynamic force in the music industry, made waves with their latest release, the 10th mini album, TRUE VALENTINE (LET'S TALK LOVE!). this captivating collection of seven tracks, launched in may, showcases the group's unique concept and musical style.

kicking off the excitement was the electrifying pre-release single, MANIAC, which garnered widespread attention and anticipation. a carefully planned four-week promotions kept fans engaged and eager for more, setting the stage for the full unveiling of TRUE VALENTINE.

as the MANIAC promotion drew to a close, STUPID CUPID seamlessly transitioned into the promotions for TRUE VALENTINE, igniting further excitement with teasers that lit up discussions and buzz across various digital platforms.

album analysis & content.

the concept of a true valentine is portrayed through the lens of obsession, the lyrics and overall theme of the album takes on a more intense, possessive, and potentially darker tone. obsession in a romantic context can be complex, often involving a heightened sense of desire, longing, and an intense focus on the object of affection. the notion of a dark cupid and an obsession-themed true valentine introduces a more mysterious and intense perspective on romantic connections. in the shadowy realm of dark cupid, where love takes on a more enigmatic form, the concept of a true valentine becomes a captivating and potentially dangerous affair.

PASSIONATE VER. — ( this version focuses on the intense and passionate aspects of love, featuring vibrant colours and dynamic visuals that evoke a sense of fiery desire ) … photo booklet + folded poster ( fitting the album ver. ), sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster + handwritten letter + member photocard ( random 2 out of 5 ) + flame-shaped charm ( distributed randomly )

OBSESSION VER. — ( reflecting the album's theme of obsession, this version delves deeper into the darker and more intense elements of love, with edgier aesthetics and visuals that convey a sense of possessiveness and longing ) … photo booklet + folded poster ( fitting the album ver. ), sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster + handwritten letter + member photocard ( random 2 out of 5 ) + lock-and-key charm set ( distributed randomly )

ROMANTIC VER. — ( this version emphasizes the traditional notions of romance, featuring softer hues and dreamy visuals that evoke a sense of classic love stories and heartfelt emotions ) ... photo booklet + folded poster ( fitting the album ver. ), sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster + handwritten letter + member photocard ( random 2 out of 5 ) + heart-shaped locket charm ( with a group photo inside — distributed randomly )

track list. ( analysis cr. to /plasticflwrs )

CRUSH (YOU) ... the album intro declares the unexpected attraction of the cupids to someone, hinting at a shift in mindset and lifestyle. the lyrics suggest a celebration of the exhilarating experience of falling for someone, emphasizing playful flirtation, genuine emotions, and a desire for a meaningful connection. the song conveys surprise, excitement, and vulnerability in the face of newfound romantic feelings. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by GLOOMY & CHESKA, prod. by GLOOMY )

MANIAC ... the pre-release shows a twist in love and explores the intense and unpredictable nature of it. the lyrics convey a sense of chaos, obsession, and passion that can often characterise a relationship. MANIAC delves into the complexities of a love that is intense, chaotic, and almost addictive. it explores the rollercoaster of emotions, confusion, and the simultaneous desire to both embrace and let go of this passionate connection. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by H.EUI, prod. by H.EUI )

MELTING LOVE ... the cupids express confidence and a bold attitude, daring someone to reject them. there's a playful challenge in the tone, suggesting a desire to enchant and captivate the listeners. the song uses sensory imagery, comparing the speaker to a "pink light," expressing the idea of melting like ice cream and asking for a lighter touch on the lips. these images evoke a sense of warmth, sweetness, and intimacy. the playful and seductive tone, along with the elements of innocence and vulnerability, contribute to a multifaceted portrayal of the cupids' emotions and intentions. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by PANDORA & 2MIE, prod. by TOKKI & GLOOMY )

SMART ... the song revolves around determination, ambition, and resilience in the pursuit of success. it celebrates the power of strategic thinking and hard work in overcoming obstacles and achieving one's goals. setbacks are seen as opportunities for growth, and the lyrics emphasize the importance of confidence, optimism, and unwavering determination in the face of challenges. overall, the song encourages listeners to believe in themselves, work hard, and persevere in the pursuit of their dreams. the song seems to be a break between the toxic love being shown through the rest of the songs. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by ASTER, prod. by RE:INA & PANDORA )

OUR SECRET ... the song delves into the theme of passionate and intoxicating love, capturing a moment of intense attraction and desire between two individuals. describing a single kiss as a symbol, the lyrics highlight its ability to captivate and mesmerize, leaving the recipient utterly consumed and lost in the experience, as emphasized in the chorus. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by PANDORA & AIMEE, prod. by TOKKI & H.EUI )

GIMME KISSES ... the song's theme centres on the transformative power of love, overcoming obstacles and building a deep connection. the lyrics illustrate a journey of navigating challenges, breaking down barriers, and expressing hope for lasting affection. the repeated phrase "GIMME X-O-X-O" underscores the desire for intimacy, emphasizing the positive impact of love in overcoming difficulties. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by RE:INA, prod. by RE:INA & PANDORA )

LOVE WINNER ... the song articulates a profound, unwavering love and commitment to someone special. the lyrics convey the anxiety of losing this person and the unimaginable thought of life without them. the cupids liken their bond to the vulnerability of a lost child, underscoring the deep emotional connection. in essence, the song beautifully communicates an overwhelming love and devotion, affirming a readiness to make any sacrifice for the cherished individual. it highlights the robust emotional attachment and a firm resolve to stand by them, regardless of the challenges that may arise. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ — ( written by GLOOMY, prod. by TOKKI & ASTER )

era notes.

��� ⠀⸻⠀ the promotions for this album were the longest the group ever had. MANIAC was promoted for four weeks before the album dropped out while MELTING LOVE for five weeks. SMART originally wasn't going to be promoted on music shows, but because of its popularity, they decided to extend promotions for another two weeks. a special music video was also released a week before the promotions for the title track finished. ♡ ⠀⸻⠀ by the end of the promotions, STUPID CUPID received thirteen awards in total — four during MANIAC, five for MELTING LOVE and four during SMART. ♡ ⠀⸻⠀ the music video for MELTING LOVE received a whopping 80 million views in the first 24 hours! SMART also reached similar numbers after its official release. ♡ ⠀⸻⠀ a lot of fans were thrown back during this era, mainly because the group is known for their cute and artsy music style, so watching the MELTING LOVE music video changed their views drastically. what confused them more was up to the music video release, their teasers have consistently been shown in a softer way. ♡ ⠀⸻⠀ their tiktok was ACTIVE! the girls posted dance challenges non-stop, either with other idols or with their staff! you could not scroll through the fyp without seeing at least three different videos from this era. ♡ ⠀⸻⠀ the group released a lot of content, both on their youtube channel and various other ones. they teased an interview with WIRED, as well as a possible world tour, that may or may not happen soon.

era style.

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ( MELTING LOVE — SMART )

[sleepyhead-poll]

ROUND 2A, MATCH 5 OUT OF 8!

Propaganda Under the Cut:

Jeff:

Every concert and every episode of the show he takes a nap and all the Wiggles and all the kids watching have to wake him up They made a whole album about him being sleepy

From Jeff's official description on the Wigglepedia Wiggle Wiki, "Jeff cannot help falling asleep, and when he dreams he dreams of being asleep." Jeff has such a tendency to fall asleep at inopportune moments that the Wiggles have an entire song called, "Wake Up, Jeff!" (which is also the title of a Wiggles album and a video special). His Wiggle color is purple, which is the best color, and he also plays the accordion!

Iconic Australian children's show character. Every kid in Aus remembers Jeff falling asleep and all the other Wiggles calling "Wake up Jeff!"

PJ Berri:

ok Parappa rules and while PJ isnt my favorite i'll give him some nice words. he's parappa's dedicated friend, though most of the time he's so busy thinking about food that he doesn't notice parappa's problems. he's super sleepy all the time because of his night-time job, being a DJ at Club Fun. when he sleeps he dreams about being the king of PJ Land. in one game he eats a banana and literally kills Lammy (the protagonist) by not paying attention to where he's tossing the peel. despite his usually expressionless face, he's a big silly and there's a LINE sticker pack with multiple stickers of him sleeping. good night, PJ!!! [Click link to see images]

[dezinomania]

(via "The Sounds of Accordion" Laptop Skin for Sale by DEZINOMANIA)

[reversemoon255]

RG Goldymarg

Man, this thing just makes me want more units from GaoGaiGar. I've had my eyes on the Brave Gokin versions of Star GaoGaiGar, GaiGo, and GaoFighGar for a while, but still haven't pulled the trigger because of a mix of overall expense, not being in a single location, and Mandarake's shipping being more expensive than other sites. I'd love it if they just did model kit versions of them all since there'd be a lot of shared engineering, but it's been a while since GaoGaiGar and Goldymarg released with no word, so only time will tell if we'll see any other members of GGG.

The Good: Goldymarg is a solid multi-form robot with a very fun build. All the weird accordioning the hammer does, all the added joints for transformation, the little tricks it uses to pull off its on-screen details. Goldymarg has a good range of motion in most of its joints, the MargTank has a neat transformation, and the MargHand is heavy but has a better range of finger posability than GaoGaiGar's included hands. It also includes a left hand if you wanted to build a second one, though it doesn't include the palm piece.

The Bad: There are two major downsides to Goldymarg. The first is the pegs that hold the arms in place as MargTank and MargHand are always extended and get in the way of its shoulders. The second is the legs have so many transformation joints that don't really lock into place, which makes them weird to pose. It doesn't help that the ankles come off for the MargTank, and they fall off sometimes.

The Details: For paint, I just applied panel lining. Its colors are very well distributed and replicated, so there isn't much else to do. I used a few of the stickers, including a few of the GGG stickers, all the reflective stickers (excluding the ones other the eyes, which I just panel lined), and the raised plastic stickers.

Overall, it's a great upgrade for GaoGaiGar, and a decent kit on its own. I don't know why you'd want to own it without GaiGaiGar, but if you do manage to get it first, it's a fun time and a decent kit.

[fayefableillustrations]

Two Roads

Two Roads is a 26 page accordion book inspired by J Maya’s song Two Roads and Roier’s QSMP lore, with an added fae au. The first of two, each book focuses on queer found family and love.

It is the first of two (maybe three) books centered around the Fooligetta family and Spiderbit. Two Roads follows human Roier losing his son Bobby and becoming a fae through meeting Leo.

Moving forward, I hope to document my journey creating the second book and further exploring my au (tworoadsau) through paintings, stickers, and more.

Let me who you would like to see in this au ✨🌷

[raevil]

HIDE  N  SEEK  :  EYE  FOR  AN  EYE  is  the  10th  mini  album  by  RAEVIL,  released  under  GLASSHOUSE  INC  on  june  7th,  and  consisting  of  seven  tracks,  two  of  which  were  promoted  for  seven  weeks  in  total  (  FOREVER  MINE  for  5  weeks  and  DARKNESS  OVER  MIND  for  2 weeks  ). 

track  list. 

WITHER  AND  BLOOM  (  INTRO  )  

FOREVER  MINE 

DARKNESS  OVER  MIND 

BE  THE  ONE 

HEAR  THEIR  CRIES 

ALONE,  ALONE 

LIPS  DON’T  LIE 

album  content. 

LOST  VERSION  :  outbox  (  165  x  165mm  )  +  photo  booklet  (  75p  )  +  folded  poster  (  random  one  out  of  three  )  +  sticker  (  153mm  x  153mm  /  1ea  )  +  accordion  lyrics  poster  (  1ea  )  +  hotel  door  card  bookmark  (  50mm  x  130mm  /  1ea  )  +  hotel  key  magnet  (  130mm  x  85mm  /  1ea  )  +  member  photocards  (  55mm  x  85mm  /  random  2  out  of  7  )  +  signed  member  polaroid  (  distributed  randomly  for  first  print  only  /  1ea  out  of  200  ) 

FOUND  VERSION  :  outbox  (  165  x  165mm  )  +  photo  booklet  (  75p  )  +  folded  poster  (  random  one  out  of  three  )  +  sticker  (  153mm  x  153mm  /  1ea  )  +  accordion  lyrics  poster  (  1ea  )  +  hotel  door  card  bookmark  (  50mm  x  130mm  /  1ea  )  +  hotel  key  magnet  (  130mm  x  85mm  /  1ea  )  +  member  photocards  (  55mm  x  85mm  /  random  2  out  of  7  )  +  signed  member  polaroid  (  distributed  randomly  for  first  print  only  /  1ea  out  of  200  )

era  notes. 

one  of  the  most  awaited  comebacks  of  2023!  fans  were  truly  on  their  toes  when  the  company  announced  THE  QUEENS  OF  HORROR  were  coming  back! 

the  music  video  received  a  lot  of  positive  reactions,  and  it  seemed  as  if  the  fans  couldn’t  believe  RAEVIL  was  back  in  the  music  industry  because  they  managed  to  rack  up  almost  84  MILLION  VIEWS  in  the  first  24  hours  upon  the  release  ––  even  the  group’s  mv  teaser  racked  quite  a  lot  of  views,  but  it  was  mostly  because  NEMESIS  were  so  excited  to  see  RAEVIL  again!

it’s  obvious  that  this  album  connects  to  their  previous  mini  ;  HIDE  N  SEEK  :  THE  BEGINNING  STAGES,  in  both  the  album  title  and  the  scenes  shown  in  the  music  video.  both  videos  feature  the  girls  in  a  hotel,  with  a  slight  connection  to  two  of  the  most  famous  horror  movies  of  all  time  –  THE  SHINNING  and  US. 

in  MARIE’s  words,  “  we’re  all  huge  fans  [  of  THE  SHINNING  and  US  ],  and  we  somehow  wanted  to  corporate  the  vibes  of  the  movies  in  our  music  video,  ”  she  continues,  saying  that  it  was  a  unanimous  decision  as  everyone  agreed  as  soon  as  they  heard  the  idea  from  their  producer.  looks  like  everyone  was  on  the  same  page  and  shared  the  same  brain  cells  when  even  their  producer  came  up  with  the  same  thing  they  were  thinking  of! 

some  fans  felt  like  raevil  was  going  soft,  due  to  releasing  a  song  that  was  not  in  their  usual  style,  yet  they  still  felt  satisfied  with  how  the  group  promoted  the  title  song.  some  even  dared  to  say  that  they  loved  the  b-side,  DARKNESS  OVER  MIND,  more  than  the  title  song.  they  were  quickly  forgotten  by  the  other  fans.

NEMESIS  were  surprisingly  calm  on  twitter  during  this  era–  usually,  they  like  fighting  with  fandoms  (  they’re  provoked  first,  though  )  of  other  artists  who  promote  at  the  same  time  as  RAEVIL.  it  seems  that  the  return  of  their  idols  finally  calmed  them  and  made  them  focus  only  on  them. 

RAEVIL  received  EIGHT  music  show  wins  for  FOREVER  MINE  and  an  additional  TWO  for  DARKNESS  OVER  MIND.  both  songs  managed  to  stay  on  billboard  charts  for  almost  SEVEN  weeks,  peaking  at  6th  and  11th  place. 

FOUR  OUT  OF  SEVEN  members  participated  in  producing  and  choreographing  for  this  album.  MARIE  co-produced  FOREVER  MINE  and  ALONE,  ALONE,  JUNKO  choreographed  FOREVER  MINE  with  FRENI  and  YAOYAO  wrote  rap  parts  in  most  songs. 

this  was  truly  the  year  of  RAEVIL,  despite  being  silent  for  half  of  it!  fans  can’t  help  but  patiently  wait  for  MAMA  2023  in  hopes  that  RAEVIL  will  be  nominated  (  and  hopefully  win  )  like  they  do  every  year  since  their  debut! 

era  styling. 

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CATCH TWENTYFIVE is the 2nd full album by MIGHTY DEVIL's most known soloist, HERO. the mini album was released on the artist's birthday, october 4th, consisting of ten tracks, with PULL THE TRIGGER serving as the album's title track. the second full album reached higher than any of the artist's previous albums could, and the title track quickly became one of the most replayed songs on spotify. the first week of the album release, PULL THE TRIGGER rose to number four on the charts, making it HERO's second song to enter the top 10 on the billboard charts ( with the first one being DANCE FOR TWO from the previous year, ranked in 5th place ).

tracklist.

YOU & TEARS ( INTRO )

SET ME FREE 🅴

PULL THE TRIGGER ( TITLE )

DOWN DOWN ( feat. FABLE's MINGEUN )

I WANNA KNOW ( feat. CARAVAL's CHAN )

SWEET GAME ( feat. LOOPIN's MINWOO )

HEAVEN, ARE YOU THERE? ( feat. ARM CANDY's ZION )

GOD DAMN 🅴

MATCH & THE FLAME

I'M BAD ( OUTRO )

album content.

THRILLER VERSION : outbox ( 210 x 290mm ) + photo booklet ( 84p ) + folded poster ( random one out of 4 ) + sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster ( 1ea ) + signed polaroid ( distributed randomly for first print only ) + photocards ( random 2 out of 16 ) + bike keys charm ( distributed randomly for first print only )

HAUNTING VERSION : outbox ( 210 x 290mm ) + photo booklet ( 84p ) + folded poster ( random one out of 4 ) + sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster ( 1ea ) + signed polaroid ( distributed randomly for first print only ) + photocards ( random 2 out of 16 ) + bike keys charm ( distributed randomly for first print only )

MISERY VERSION : outbox ( 210 x 290mm ) + photo booklet ( 84p ) + folded poster ( random one out of 4 ) + sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster ( 1ea ) + signed polaroid ( distributed randomly for first print only ) + photocards ( random 2 out of 16 ) + bike keys charm ( distributed randomly for first print only )

STORY VERSION : outbox ( 210 x 290mm ) + photo booklet ( 84p ) + folded poster ( random one out of 4 ) + sticker sheet ( 1ea ) + accordion lyrics poster ( 1ea ) + signed polaroid ( distributed randomly for first print only ) + photocards ( random 2 out of 16 ) + bike keys charm ( distributed randomly for first print only )

era notes.

literally one of HERO's best eras, you cannot prove me wrong!

despite waiting for so long, fans were present for the album drop and couldn't stop streaming the songs! the music video for the title song racked up an amazing 25 million views in the first 24 hours!

PULL THE TRIGGER dabbles with the synth-wave genre and is aided by footfalls of percussion and atmospheric synths, which is something that the artist never played with but always talked about doing a song with those vibes in mind.

no one expected HERO's hair to be longer than his usual length, but literally, no one complained because it looked fabulous on him! the singer stated that he "wanted to try something new" and ended up liking it so much that he refused to cut it.

HERO admitted that he had so much fun working with other idols in the fic industry and that he's glad he approached them with the idea when, not even two years ago, he was avoiding others like the plague.

PULL THE TRIGGER received a jaw-dropping 13 wins on music shows, which, in the end, wasn't as surprising to ODDITIES as they expected many wins since they knew how popular the song would be as soon as the track list was announced, and after the singer released a highlight medley!

this comeback was really something else, and it really showed how HERO got out of his safety zone to interact more with other idols as well as with his fans. ODDITIES can’t help but hope that he stays that way!

era style.

collage layout ib. mediadollz !

[1st-lil-poet]

{𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲'𝐬 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬}

[TW: Cursing, Mentioned loss of limbs, Death Threats and Implied death.]

[𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨 belongs to @00lari00 , 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲 & 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐳 belongs to @capturecharlesau ,𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫 belongs to @jaytoons7 , 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐮𝐬𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 & 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐩𝐬𝐨 belongs to @bluetorchsky , and 𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲 and 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞 belongs to me!]

—{🪀🩷💜}—————————————

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Hiya! Nice lounge, Italy boi! X3

𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲: Oh, you must be one of Maddie‘s friends!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Yep! But, I have one small question..!

𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲: Of course! Ask away, Mio amico!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: So, I heard Maddie that your husband was brought back to life, meaning that he was dead, right..?

[While Danny nodded in agreement, he didn’t notice that his lover, Crusher had already been in the room to intentionally ears drop on their conversation with a mug of coffee in his hands.]

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: So, that means you make out with a corpse, right? \:<

𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲: Well, ye- EXCUSE ME?!

[Crusher face burned red as he chokes on his drink, Danny just stood there with his eyes wide open, his face steaming red.]

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Am I wrong?

𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲: W-well… You see… It’s DEFINITELY not like that!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Oh, Really? But, he used to be dead… Why are your faces re-

𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: WOW, LOOK AT THE TIME!!! WE NEED TO DO IMPORTANT WORK STUFF, RIGHT NOW!!! BYE FOREVER!

[He immediately grabbed his husband and booked it out the room, leaving Riley alone. Riley responded by flopped on to the couch, to search for some crumbs to eat. But before she even got a chance to, Maddie stormed in with a bitten chain leash.]

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: I WAS RUNNING AROUND THIS DAMN SPACE STATION FOR 40 MINUTES!!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: You'll never take me alive, sucker! >:3

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: Oh, really because *Yawns* I got you where I want yo-

[As soon as she opened her eyes, Riley was gone without a trace… Maddie whines as she stares at the empty space, before she starts running away to the moth once again.]

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: How does she keep doing that?!

——————{🪀❤️💙}————————-

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Hi! :3

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: Oh, hi there! How can I help you?

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: I just wanted to say a little cute idea, want to hear about it?

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: Sure! What is your idea?

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: If you lose your arms, then you would a matching couple!

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: Sorry for asking but…HOW is that… cute?

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: So, you can grab some pretty charms and stickers for your new prosthetics! Like one of those peanut butter and jelly stickers! Pretty cute idea, huh? :D

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: That’s sweet of you… but I don’t losing my arms is a good idea…

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Boo. |:<

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: Excuse me?

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Nothing… :|

[Violin raises his eyebrow in confusion, until his husband strolls into the room, grabbing his attention, but before he even had a chance to speak… Riley was already chewing on his prosthetic.]

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: *Mouth-full* Your arm taste like rocks! :3

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐨𝐧: Thank you…? Now, can you… let go of my prosthetic?

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: WHERE THE FUCK ARE YOU?! WHEN I FIND YOU, I’LL CHAIN YOU TO A TREE AND BEAT YOU LIKE A FUCKING BIRTHDAY PIÑATA!!!

[Riley's atenas shot up in heartbeat as she released her fangs from his mostly metal arm and crawled into the air vents.]

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: What did you even do?!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: I may have drank her milkshake and spat some at her to get away. >:3

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐨𝐧: Why did you-

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Gotta go, bye!

[She crawls away before he could request a answer. Accordion sighs in defeat, but glances at the small but visible bites on his arm.]

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐨𝐧: How do I explain this to the chief?

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧: You could hide them with cute stickers.

————————{🪀💚🩵}——————

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: *Hanging upside down* Hello, person! :]

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: Gah, who are you?!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: I'm Riley! Green goggles, cool gloves… You must be Polo! :D

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: How do you know my name..?

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Maddie told me about you, saying that you’re a nerdy weirdo like me! :D

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: NERDY?!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Who's the cute boi under your desk? :>

[Benz was napping delightfully under his desk, Polo’s entire face was covered in heavy blush.]

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: W-well, he was tired a-and I wanted to-

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: You didn’t answer my question, you simp! >:[

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: I'M NOT A-

𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐳: Den Mund halten! I'm trying to sleep… Who’s she and how did she get in here?

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: Benz, I am so sorry for waking you up! I didn’t realize that I was-

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Guys, look!

[Polo spins around to his horror as he stares at a violently, bubbling chemical was in her hands.]

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: All I did was pour some pop rocks in it, isn’t that awesome! :D

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨: Yeah, awesome…! If you could just-

𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐳: Give it to him, he can make it 100 times awesome…!

𝐑𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐲: Wait a minute, what if I add ALL of my pop rocks?! >:D

𝐁𝐎𝐓𝐇: WAIT, NO STOP!!!

—————————————{🩷😈}——-

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: My legs hurt… Mom, can I get a milkshake?

[Calypso ignore the question and continue to clean her bar, Maddie responds by softly growls at her.]

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: Mom, may I PLEASE have a milkshake…?

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐩𝐬𝐨: There it is, now was that so hard?

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: No…

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐩𝐬𝐨: Now, what do you say?

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: Thank you…

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐩𝐬𝐨: What was that, sugar?

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: Thank you… Mom.

[Calypso rewarded Maddie with a milkshake and a grin. As she was about to take a sip, a thundering bang came from just below the floor they were on. The two stared at each other until Calypso was the first to say something.]

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐩𝐬𝐨: Should we check on them…?

𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞: Nope, if it has nothing to do with us, then walk away… And, it’s probably safer if we stay up here… Trust me.

[Maddie exhaustingly drinks her milkshake as Calypso just stares in confusion and worry, but she chose not to ask for her own sanity…]

_________ _____________ ___________

I hope you liked it! A little fun fact, Maddie is now adopted by Calypso! :D

[puppetshcw]

ILYMORE  is  the  9TH  MINI  ALBUM  released  on  july  15th  by  MIGHTY  DEVIL’s  girl  group,  STUPID  CUPID.  the  group  promoted  their  title  track,  JUST  DANCE,  for  four  weeks  and  an  additional  one  for  their  b-side,  BE  THE  ONE.  on  june  25th  STUPID  CUPID  dropped  a  pre-release  single,  CUPID  IS  DUMB,  announcing  their  summer  comeback  and  beginning  the  new  cupid  era  called  CUPID’s  RHYTHM.  it’s  no  wonder  that  the  album  was  a  complete  success  with  CHERUBS,  although  there  have  been  other  fandoms  who  confidently  say  they  enjoyed  the  songs  and  have  been  using  them  for  their  own  edits. 

CUPID’s  RHYTHM  era  brought  more  than  just  a  mini  album.  MIGHTY  DEVIL  announced  a  short  mini  reality  show,  WITH  CUPID,  whose  purpose  is  to  show  what  STUPID  CUPID  members  do  when  they’re  not  promoting  and  have  time  to  de-stress.  the  show  aired  once  a  week  and  was  finished  after  only  NINE  episodes. 

track  list. 

CUPID  IS  DUMB 

JUST  DANCE 

BE  THE  ONE 

SUNNY  SIDE  UP! 

BABY  SO  CHAOTIC 

MAKE  ME  SAY 

CUPID  IS  DUMB  (  ENGLISH  VER.  ) 

album  content. 

ILY  VERSION  :  outbox  (  210  x  150mm  )  +  photo  booklet  (  80p  )  +  folded  poster  (  random  one  out  of  2  )  +  sticker  (  1ea  )  +  accordion  lyrics  poster  (  1ea  )  +  love  letter  (  150mm  x  100mm  /  random  one  out  of  5  )  +  keyring  charm  (  1ea  )  +  member  photocards  (  55mm  x  85mm  /  random  2  out  of  5  )  +  group  polaroid  (  distributed  randomly  for  first  print  only  /  random  one  out  of  5  ) 

MORE  &  MORE  VERSION  :  outbox  (  210  x  150mm  )  +  photo  booklet  (  80p  )  +  folded  poster  (  random  one  out  of  2  )  +  sticker  (  1ea  )  +  accordion  lyrics  poster  (  1ea  )  +  love  letter  (  150mm  x  100mm  /  random  one  out  of  5  )  +  keyring  charm  (  1ea  )  +  member  photocards  (  55mm  x  85mm  /  random  2  out  of  5  )  +  group  polaroid  (  distributed  randomly  for  first  print  only  /  random  one  out  of  5  ) 

era  notes. 

the  summer  girls  are  here  and  clad  in  denim! 

the  girls  promoted  JUST  DANCE  &  BE  THE  ONE  simultaneously  for  one  week  near  the  end  of  promotions  and  even  ended  up  competing  against  themselves  at  m  countdown  for  that  whole  week.  no  one  could  stand  in  their  way  during  this  era!!

JUST  DANCE  received  SIX  music  show  wins,  along  with  FOUR  from  BE  THE  ONE  promotions,  making  it  EIGHTEEN  in  total  with  CUPID  IS  DUMB  wins. 

compared  to  CUPID  IS  DUMB,  JUST  DANCE  received  a  little  less  attention,  yet  the  music  video  still  managed  to  get  more  than  70  MILLION  VIEWS  in  the  first  24  hours! 

during  one  of  the  encore  stages,  VIVA  received  a  lot  of  attention  for  successfully  doing  the  high  note  that  is  originally  TOMIE’s!  netizens  complimented  her  voice  and  asked  if  she’ll  receive  high  notes  in  the  future. 

CHERUBS  got  into  a  bit  of  an  argument  with  ZE_ROSE  due  to  their  song  being  titled  BE  THE  ONE,  which  is  in  ZEROBASEONE’s  greeting.  a  lot  of  the  other  people  who  are  not  in  either  of  those  fandoms  have  said  that  the  argument  is  pointless,  and  they’re  reaching;  that  it  was  all  just  a  coincidence.  the  fights  were  mostly  on  twitter,  so  it  was  easy  for  others  to  miss  out  on  them  or  straight  up  not  even  see  them. 

the  members  confirmed  that  they  all  got  creative  freedom  for  this  album.  CHESKA  said,  “GLOOMY  called  us  all  into  his  studio,  and  he  said  ‘the  album  is  yours.  do  whatever  you  want  with  it’,  so  we  did.  it  was  very  fun  to  have  the  reigns  in  our  hands,  but  also  nerve-wracking.  GLOOMY  still  helped  but  from  the  sidelines,  most  of  it  was  us”.  the  other  girls  confirmed,  saying  it  was  tough  but  felt  satisfied  once  the  album  was  finished.  in  the  end,  ILYMORE  feels  more  special  to  both  the  girls  and  their  fandom. 

era  style.