Singer-songwriter Abe Mao has released the music video for “Somebody Else Now,” a track from her 11th original album, “NOW,” which was released on August 7th, on her official YouTube channel.
The song is the lead track of the album, and the music video was directed by Takuro Okubo, who has been in charge of directing since “Not Unusual.”
The music video is a fragmented road movie-style tale of Abe Mao’s journey from one place to another by car, depicting her strength to laugh at change and her memorable smile. While the song symbolizes Abe Mao’s “now,” it also resonates with listeners who have been listening to her love songs since her debut. We hope you enjoy Abe Mao’s latest album and music video to the fullest as she celebrates her 15th anniversary.
Mao Abe/Mao Abe – Somebody Else Now (Official Music Video)
Mao Abe’s new album “NOW”
Released Wednesday, August 7, 2024
CD+Blu-ray
PCCA-06305 ¥5,500 (tax included)
CD only
PCCA-06306 ¥3,300 (tax included)
CD contents
M1. Hands and Dance
M2. Somebody Else Now
M3. Keep Your Fire Burning
M4. Everyday
M5.Maybe
M6. Go Away From You
M7. To move forward
M8. I’ve Got the Power
M9. If we meet again somewhere
M10. Somebody Else Now -Acoustic ver.-
Blu-ray contents:
Making of the album “NOW”
“Acoustic Live Tour “I’ve Got the Power”” 2023.10.27 Tokyo Spotify O-EAST Live Video
1. Then why?
2. I want to be your lover
3. What would you do?
4. Believe in yourself
5. Boyfriend
6. 15 Words
7. Not yet
8. Words
9. Liar
10. Always
11. Don’t leave me
12. Sailing
13. I’ve Got the Power
14. Umbrella
15. I Never Knew
16. I wanna see you
17. Lonely
CD+Blu-ray bonus: Streaming QR code (NeSTREAM LIVE)
*On NeSTREAM LIVE, you can easily watch the Blu-ray movie in the highest quality on your smartphone or TV via streaming playback.
* Viewing period: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 to Thursday, August 5, 2027
Purchase the CD here:
Original benefits by shop
Amazon.co.jp: Mega Jacket
Rakuten Books: Acrylic key chain
Seven Net Shopping: Tote bag
Tower Records and TOWER mini stores, Tower Records Online: A4 clear file (TOWER ver.)
Nationwide HMV/HMV&BOOKS online: A4 clear file (HMV ver.)
If you pre-order and purchase Abe Mao’s “NOW” at the participating stores listed above, you will receive an original bonus item from each store on a first-come, first-served basis.
*The design of the bonus will be released at a later date.
*Purchase benefits will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that the offer will end once all stock has been exhausted.
*Some stores may not offer the bonuses, so please check when making your reservation or purchase.
*If you make a reservation through the online shop, please make sure to order from the cart with bonus items if you would like to purchase products with bonus items. Please note that some online shops do not allow you to cancel reserved items.
“NOW” Official Interview
https://15thanniversary.abemao.com/now_interview
Mao Abe Self-Cover Album “Acoustic -Self Cover Album-” Analog Record
Released on Sunday, November 3, 2024
To book please go to:https://abemao.lnk.to/Acoustic_LP
“Record Day 2024” official website: https://record-day.jp/
Mao Abe 15th Anniversary Special Site
https://15thanniversary.abemao.com
15th Anniversary Solo Tour Information
[15th Anniversary Abe Mao Solo Live Tour 2024]
Sunday, August 25, 2024 Pontocho Kaburenjo, Kyoto *SOLD OUT
Open 16:30 / Start 17:00
Q: GREENS 06-6882-1224 (Weekdays 12:00-18:00)
Friday, August 30, 2024, Aima Show, Tokyo *SOLD OUT
Open 18:30 / Start 19:00
Inquiries: Creativeman 03-3499-6669 (12:00-16:00)
Friday, September 13, 2024 Aichi Chikusa Bunka Small Theater *SOLD OUT
Open 18:00 / Start 19:00
Inquiries: Sunday Folk Promotion 052-320-9100 (12:00-18:00)
Sunday, September 15, 2024 Fukuoka, Ohori Park Noh Theater *SOLD OUT
Open 16:00 / Start 17:00
Question: BEA 092-712-4221 (Weekdays 12:00-16:00)https://www.bea-net.com/
15th Anniversary Zepp Tour Information
[15th Anniversary Abe Mao Zepp Live Tour 2024]
Friday, October 4, 2024 Zepp DiverCity Tokyo, Tokyo
Open 18:00 / Start 19:00
Inquiries: Creativeman 03-3499-6669 (12:00-16:00)
Thursday, October 10, 2024 Zepp Sapporo, Hokkaido
Open 18:00 / Start 19:00
Enquiries: Mount Alive 050-3504-8700 (weekdays 11:00-18:00)
Thursday, October 17, 2024 Zepp Fukuoka, Fukuoka
Open 18:00 / Start 19:00
Question: BEA 092-712-4221 (Weekdays 12:00-16:00)https://www.bea-net.com/
Thursday, October 24, 2024 Zepp Nagoya, Aichi
Open 18:00 / Start 19:00
Inquiries: Sunday Folk Promotion 052-320-9100 (12:00-18:00)
Friday, October 25, 2024 Osaka/Zepp Namba
Open 18:00 / Start 19:00
Q: GREENS 06-6882-1224 (Weekdays 12:00-18:00)
(ticket fee)
1F all-access 6,800 yen (tax included)
2nd floor reserved seating: 6,800 yen (tax included)
1 drink fee not included
Ticket General
https://abemao.lnk.to/liveticket
15th Anniversary Tour Final Information
[Mao Abe Live 2025 -15th ANNIVERSARY- at Tokyo Garden Theater]
January 26, 2025 (Sun) Tokyo Garden Theater
Open 16:00 / Start 17:00
Inquiries: Creativeman 03-3499-6669 (12:00-16:00)
Official lottery advance ticket
Reception period: 7/31 (Wed) 12:00 ~ 8/12 (Mon. Holiday) 23:59
15th Anniversary Tour Special Site
https://abemao.com/feature/15th_livetour2024
■Regular radio program information
FM FUJI “Abe Mao’s Brighten Your Sunday” (Every Sunday 10:00-10:30)
Program account:https://twitter.com/abemao_fmfuji
#Brasan
Artist Information
Official YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@abemaofficial
Formula X:https://x.com/abemao_official
Official Staff X:https://x.com/abemao_staff
Official Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/abemao_official/
Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/abemaoofficial
Official TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@abemaofficial
Audio distribution:https://lnk.to/abemaoID
Official site:http://abemao.com/