Fans attending the inaugural IKIZULIVE! LOVE LIVE! BLUEBIRD concert at Makuhari Messe this past weekend were treated to a delightful surprise: the premiere of the first animated music video for the newest Love Live! endeavor! This vibrant video, set to the group’s fresh single, ‘Dou-da? DOING!’, is now accessible for enthusiasts across the globe. Witness the stunning animation brought to life by Sunrise, showcasing the dynamic energy of IKIZULIVE! LOVE LIVE! BLUEBIRD in their track ‘Dou-da? DOING!’.
Listeners can already enjoy streaming ‘Dou-da? DOING!’ online. Furthermore, a second CD single, which includes their other digital hit ‘REGAIN AGAIN LLLLOVE,’ is slated for release in Japan on June 10.
In another exciting development, a manga adaptation for the project has been officially announced and is set to begin serialization later this year. The compelling narrative will be penned by Sakurako Kimino, renowned for her work on four previous Love Live! manga adaptations. Complementing her storytelling, Burisuke will lend their artistic talent to the series. Fans have already been given a sneak peek with a teaser visual, featuring the characters Polka Takahashi and Mai Azabu as they will appear in the upcoming IKIZULIVE! LOVE LIVE! BLUEBIRD manga.
IKIZULIVE! LOVE LIVE! BLUEBIRD, the newest addition to the beloved Love Live! franchise, plans to unfold primarily through content shared on popular social media platforms. This will include engaging posts and captivating short dramas featuring the members, alongside various live activities and events performed by the ten main cast members who form the group, IKIZULIVE!
The project’s intriguing synopsis reveals: IKIZULIVE! LOVE LIVE! BLUEBIRD centers around a vibrant school idol initiative. It brings together ten high school students from across Japan, all enrolled at the unique online institution known as ‘Love Gakuin High School,’ or simply ‘L High’. These ten students, each boasting distinct personalities, embark on their school idol journey to champion and elevate their beloved L High.