NHK BS “The Covers” Announcement of details of “Akina Nakamori and the world of songwriters” with Hanaregumi

■“Akina Nakamori Famous Song Cover Selection” by Ugamiten, Hidenori Mukai, and Mika Nakashima is also available.

The music program “The Covers” is currently being broadcast on NHK BS. Details of the episode broadcast on November 7th have been announced.

This time, with Hanaregumi as a guest, the performance is titled “Akina Nakamori and the World of Songwriters,” and Hanaregumi’s Takashi Nagazumi covers the famous song “Second Love,” composed by his beloved singer-songwriter Takao Kisuki. Nagazumi’s delicate and warm singing voice and Shudai Nishida’s urban arrangement breathe new life into the famous song.

Takashi Nagatsumi talks about his childhood musical experiences, the charm of his idol, Takao Kisuo, and his thoughts on music now. He will also perform “Big Smiles,” a song from his latest album that is filled with Takashi Nagazumi’s current moments.

In addition, the program will air the charm of Akina’s works by Yousui Inoue, Yoshiyuki Osawa, and Tokiko Kato, as well as the “Akina Nakamori Famous Song Cover Selection” by Ugamiten, Hidenori Mukai, and Mika Nakashima.

Let’s explore the charm of Akina’s works created by songwriters who colored the times. Join Hanaregumi and Takashi Nagazumi and enjoy a SP night where you can thoroughly immerse yourself in the world of Akina Nakamori’s works.

Program information

NHK BS“The Covers Hanaregumi and Akina Nakamori and the world of songwriters”
11/07 (Thu) 21:30-21:59 Main broadcast schedule

MC: Lily Franky Moka Kamishiraishi
Covers Guest: Hanaregumi

“Second Love” (Akina Nakamori/1982)
“Big Smiles” (Hanaregumi/2023)

Angamiten “1/2 Myth” (Akina Nakamori/1983)
Hidenori Mukai “Tears are not decorations” (Akina Nakamori/1984)
Mika Nakashima “Shipwreck” (Akina Nakamori/1987)

“The Covers” program site
https://www.nhk.jp/p/thecovers/ts/KXRV2Q744Y/