About Flame Hunter
“Fire Hunter” is a fantasy novel written by Rieko Hyuga. The story is set in a world where humans have lost their firepower after the apocalyptic war. It tells the lives of Touko, an 11-year-old girl, and Koushi, a 15-year-old boy, who face countless challenges and struggle to survive. As in the first season, the director is Junji Nishimura, known for his works such as “SAMURAI DEEPER KYO” and “Kyo Kara Maoh!”, while the music and script are composed and written by Junji Nishimura, known for his works such as “Ghost in the Shell” and “Sky Crawler” The famous Mamoru Oshii was in charge. In addition, Sakamoto Maaya plays a crucial role “Akira” in the play.
Sakamoto Maaya’s review
The ending theme of the first season, “Mada Tooku ni Iru” is a powerful song that encourages the characters. However, this song is completely different, with a gentle melody.
As they encounter powerful enemies on their journey, this music wraps them in a warm blanket, assuring them that everything will be okay and the future will be bright.
In the real world, many children are currently living in fear, unable to sleep due to the flames of conflict. This song was written with the hope of hugging those lives tightly and encouraging them to keep hope no matter what the circumstances. Chisato Oe generously composed this tender piece.
Product Information
Title of work: Dakishimete (WOWOW original animation “Fire Hunter” ED theme)
Artist: Maaya Sakamoto
Release date: January 15, 2024
Lyrics and music composed by: Qianli Dajiang
Arranger: Kono Arata
Release information
It will be available on streaming services and major download sites such as the iTunes Store, RecoChoku and mora from midnight on January 15th.
Pre-join/pre-save: jvcmusic.lnk.to/dakishimete_pre
Streaming services: Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, LINE MUSIC, Amazon Music, Deezer, AWA, Rakuten Music, KKBOX, TOWER RECORDS MUSIC.
About Maaya Sakamoto
Born in Tokyo. He has been active as a child actor since he was eight years old. In 1996, she made her CD debut with the single “Yakusoku wa Iranai”. In 2011, her album “You can’t catch me” topped the Oricon charts. In 2013, she released her first album of complete music composed by her, “Singer-Songwriter”.
In 2019, she released her 30th single “Uchuu no Kioku” (produced by Ringo Sheena) and her 10th original album “Kyou Dake no Ongaku”. In 2020, she released the 25th anniversary album “Single Collection + Achikochi” and the digital single “Yakudo” which topped the Oricon chart.
In 2021, she released the concept album Duets, which featured works from a variety of artists, and in the same month she celebrated the 25th anniversary of her CD debut with a concert at the Yokohama Arena, which is now available on Blu-ray and DVD.
In May 2022, she released the duo collaboration single “Sumire/Kotoba ni Dekinai” composed and arranged by Shigeru Kishida. In July of the same year, her 20-year-old radio program “Vitamin M” aired its 1,000th episode, entering its 21st year.
In 2023, she released her 33rd single “Mada Tooku ni Iru / un_mute”.
As a lyricist, in addition to writing her first album, she has also written many songs for other artists, including Kinki Kids’ “Hikari no Kehai”, Miyano Mamoru’s “Toumei” and Walkure’s “Kaze wa Yokoku Naku” Fuku》etc.
She also won the 38th Kazuo Kikuta Drama Award for her role as Jerusha in the musical “Daddy Long Legs”.
She is a voice actress, actress, lyricist, essayist and radio personality whose dynamic voice has won over fans around the world.
Official homepage: jvcmusic.co.jp/maaya
Official YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/maayasakamotoCh
