Monday, November 25, 2024

HITCHCOCK THALIDOMIDE Ⅱ IN-STORE & LIVE


Hitchcock is currently on tour for their 2 type single 『サリドマイドⅡ』(Thalidomide 2)! They are also doing in-store events, which I was, thankfully, able to attend. On November 17th I attended both the Hitchcock in-store and live in Saitama!!


In the morning, Peru and I met up to go to Tower Records together. Usually for in-store events you're able to buy CDs and receive the in-store tickets in advance, but this time it wasn't allowed, so we had to buy everything the day of the event. We were worried about CDs selling out, so we made sure to show up at least an hour early. It was good that we did, because by the time the event started all the CDs were sold out!



This specific Tower Records was located in a mall, so after buying our CDs, we stopped by a pet shop to see the adorable kittens and puppies. There were so many of them and the majority of them were born in September! I know buying animals from pet shops isn't great, but that's a topic I won't get into here. 


Anyway, after seeing the adorable fur babies, we went to fix up our makeup and waited for the event to start. We ended up seeing the members walking around the mall by themselves too. First we spotted Tsuki, then Yoi, and lastly Karasu. I had no idea where Kou was but we weren't trying to find them lol; it was all a coincidence. It was definitely entertaining to say the least. We did our best to avoid them when we did spot them though, and we got plenty of laughs from it.


The in-store event began at 1pm and everyone had to line up inside the store. It was a bit awkward because it was a very small location, so all the fans took their 2shots and spoke with the members in the same area. But I was so focused on speaking with Yoi that I didn't notice the other girls and their conversations so it was fine. I needed to focus and savor the moment as much as possible. 😂


Since I bought three CDs I was able to take three 2shots; it also gave me extra speaking time. It was really nice having a longer conversation with Yoi and it was really easy to follow along since we spoke about food. I asked him about sweets and he asked me if I've ever eaten natto LMAO (I haven't tried it yet.)


But guys, I had completely forgotten to compliment Yoi on his new lip piercing and his nails! Recently he and Karasu went to get gel nails done at a salon; Yoi got this purple gradient color and it was really pretty. But I didn't notice it until staff was telling me to leave!!!! 😩 a shame!!! I'm sorry, Yoi!!! You looked fantastic that day with your slicked back hair and piercings and nails!!! 


When Peru finished her 2shot session with Karasu, we immediately headed back towards the train station to go to Urawa, which was where the live house was located.


We started at 1 pm, finished by 1:40 pm, then ate at Denny's by 3 pm, then had the live at 6 pm. Overall I was tired and hungry, but it was worth it for Hitchcock lolol



Now the live…Y'ALL THE LIVEEEEE!!!


I had an excellent view of Yoi the entire time (thank you Peru our HC QUEEN) and the setlist was sooo fun. But holy shit, I was so hot and sweaty after they played their new song “Abortion”. I lost count of how many times we did gyakudai during it. It felt like it was never going to end! During that song, Yoi basically climbed onto all the girls in the first few rows and every time fans jumped to him he would grab them and pull them to add to his bangya pile 😂 it was kind of difficult joining when I had to run from the back of the pit so I hope next time I'll be closer to the stage for easier access. 


They played Akai Crayon and AAAAAA!!!! I love that song live and it's been a while since I've heard it. Just sooo soooo good. My mind is honestly blank now. Apart from the above, I just remember that the live show was fun and I was constantly headbanging or jumping. 😂 I can’t wait to attend their final on December 5th, but thank goodness I see them on the 2nd too. I'm soooo ready to member call like crazy and just have a bunch of fun. December is going to be a great HC live month overall.


Thanks for reading!


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