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Concert Paraphrase on "Dearly Beloved" performance video shared by Yoko Shimomura; performed by pianist Ivan Linn

Yoko Shimomura, known for her work as the composer for the Kingdom Hearts series, recently shared a performance video of the Concert Paraphrase on "Dearly Beloved". Ivan Linn, who is stated by her to have "a good relationship with recordings and concerts" performed this piece and it can be viewed on below on Shimomura's official Youtube channel.
Additionally, you can listen to the original recording here.
What do you think of this impressive performance by Ivan Linn? Let us know in the comments below!
OrpheusJoshua

Kingdom Hearts Dark Road delayed; More Announcements coming in Early June

Recently, both the Japanese Twitter and the English Twitter accounts have tweeted out a sudden notice concerning the development of KINGDOM HEARTS: Dark Road. According to both accounts, development has been delayed due to the recent world events.
The English Twitter stated:
Kingdom Hearts Dark Road was announced back in February. 
Ryuji_Shiryu

Two new Kingdom Hearts jigsaw puzzles up for pre-order on AmiAmi; both on sale for ¥1,140 and releasing mid-July

AmiAmi have revealed two new Kingdom Hearts jigsaw puzzles that are scheduled for a release of mid-July this year! These two jigsaw puzzles are 16.5 x 21.5 cm and are both comprised of 300 pieces. Additionally, both jigsaw puzzles are currently on sale for ¥1,140 each!
The first of these portraits consists of the art for Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 Remix.

The second of these portraits consists of the art for Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 Remix.

Are you planning on purchasing either, or both of these delightful jigsaw puzzles? Let us know in the comments below!
Thanks to Twitter user @aibo_ac7 for the tip!
OrpheusJoshua

Six New Kingdom Hearts Digital Wallpaper Backgrounds Released

The Japanese  Kingdom Hearts and Kingdom Hearts Dark Road Twitter accounts have released six new digital wallpaper backgrounds for use in web conferences and video calls. You can view the collection of wallpapers in the gallery below. 
Which background will you try on your next video call? Let us know in the comments below! 
WakelessDream

Kingdom Hearts III Sora and Kairi plushes available to pre-order from Square Enix European stores; both releasing October 30, 2020

The Kingdom Hearts III Sora and Kairi plushes that were previously available at only North American and Japanese retailers, are now available at Square Enix Europe and its respective regional stores!
 
The respective store links for the various regions available for pre-order from Europe are below:
Sora Plush - Square Enix Europe(€35.09)
Kairi Plush - Square Enix Europe(€35.09)
Sora Plush - Square Enix United Kingdom(£30.59)
Kairi Plush - Square Enix United Kingdom(£30.59)
Sora Plush - Square Enix Germany(35,09 €)
Kairi Plush - Square Enix Germany(35,09 €)
Sora Plush - Square Enix France(35,09 €)
Kairi Plush - Square Enix France(35,09 €)
Are these plushes hot on your radar now with them being available in Europe? Let us know in the comments below!
OrpheusJoshua

Kingdom Hearts Double Ring Pendant Silver (¥16,500) and K10 Yellow Gold (¥38,500) revealed from U-treasure; both releasing mid August 2020

U-Treasure have unveiled two brand new pieces of Kingdom Hearts jewelry that are slated for a mid August 2020 release! Both of these double ring necklaces feature a duo of iconic quotes with combinations from Sora, Riku and Kairi. Additionally, the combination of these included quotes is entirely up to your choosing!
These two upcoming items also have a select reservation period that is open until May 26th, 2020, so be sure to reserve your order by then if you intend on purchasing either or both of these products!
The Double Ring Pendant Silver is listed for ¥16,500.
The Double Ring Pendant K10 Yellow Gold is listed for ¥38,500.
Are these new pieces of jewelry now hot on your radar? Let us know how you feel about these new, elegant items in the comments below! 
Thanks to Churroz for the tip!
OrpheusJoshua

[UPDATE] Kingdom Hearts III Sora and Kairi plushes available to pre-order from North American Square Enix store; both releasing September 2020 for $35.99 each

Square Enix have officially listed plushes for both Sora and Kairi in their Kingdom Hearts III attire! Both the Sora plush and Kairi plush are slated for a September 2020 release and are also both discounted at $35.99!
You can pre-order the Sora plush from the Square Enix E-store here.
You can pre-order the Kairi plush from the Square Enix E-store here.
Are you planning on purchasing these adorable plushes? Let us know in the comments below!
Thanks to Twitter user @UnchainedStar for the tip!
UPDATE (4/27/20): The Kingdom Hearts III Sora and Kairi plushes listed above are now available on Aitai Kuji, Ami Ami and the Japanese Square-Enix Store! Their respective store links are below:
Sora Plush - Aitai Kuji
Kairi Plush - Aitai Kuji
Sora Plush - Ami Ami
Kairi Plush - Ami Ami
Sora Plush - Japanese Square-Enix Store
Kairi Plush - Japanese Square-Enix Store
OrpheusJoshua

Kingdom Hearts III manga Chapter 9 now available in English from Yen Press

Chapter 9 for the Kingdom Hearts III manga is now available in English from Yen Press. World of Darkness can be bought as a digital download from Amazon, Book Walker, ComiXology, Google Play, iBooks, and Kobo. The issue's price varies from $1.99 for the United States to $2.99 in Canada.

Chapter 9 was released in Japanese on Gangan Online back on April 16th. Chapter 10 is planned to release on Gangan Online in early June.  
You can also check out the articles for the previous chapters by clicking on the links below!
Chapter 0 Prologue (Japanese) Chapter 0 Prologue (English) Chapter 1 A New Journey (Japanese) Chapter 1 A New Journey (English) Chapter 2 Olympus Coliseum [1] (Japanese) Chapter 2 Olympus Coliseum [1] (English) Chapter 3 Olympus Coliseum [2] (Japanese) Chapter 3 Olympus Coliseum [2] (English) Chapter 4 Olympus Coliseum [3] (Japanese) Chapter 4 Olympus Coliseum [3] (English) Chapter 5 Olympus Coliseum [4] (Japanese) Chapter 5 Olympus Coliseum [4] (English) Chapter 6 Olympus Coliseum [5[ (Japanese) Chapter 6 Olympus Coliseum [5[ (English) Chapter 7 Olympus Coliseum [6] (Japanese) Chapter 7 Olympus Coliseum [6[ (English) Chapter 8 Olympus Coliseum [7] (Japanese) Chapter 8 Olympus Coliseum [7[ (English) Chapter 9 World of Darkness [1] (Japanese)
Leamax

Kingdom Hearts III Kairi Wall Sticker Promise available to pre-order from Square Enix E-Store; releasing June 20th for ¥1980 ($18.38)

Square Enix have officially announced the Kairi Wall Sticker Promise artwork! You can pre-order this piece of merchandise for ¥1980 in anticipation of its June 20th, 2020 release! 

Additionally, this piece accompanies the Sora Wall Sticker Promise artwork that you can also pre-order right now! We covered the Sora Wall Sticker Promise piece during November of last year as well.
Are you planning to purchase either of these Wall Stickers for yourself or another fan you know? Let us know in the comments below! 
Thanks to Churroz for the tip!
OrpheusJoshua

Keiji Fujiwara (Japanese Voice of Axel/Lea) Passes Away at the Age of 55

Keiji Fujiwara, the Japanese voice actor of Axel/Lea, passed away on April 12th after fighting cancer. He was 55 years old at the time of his passing.

Keiji Fujiwara was born on October 5th, 1964 in Tokyo Japan. He began his acting career in 1983 and continued until his passing. In addition of voicing in anime, he usually dubbed American shows and movies including being the Japanese voice for the Joker and Iron Man as well as dubbing the voice for Robert Downey Jr. 
In addition of voicing Axel/Lea, Fujiwara also voiced Reno in Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VII Remake as well as Ardyn in Final Fantasy XV. 
Rest in peace Keiji Fujiwara and thank you for bringing the voice of everybody's favorite red-haired pyro to the Japanese audience.
Leamax

Kingdom Hearts III manga Chapter 9 now available on Gangan Online

Gangan Online have posted Chapter 9, World of Darkness, for the Kingdom Hearts III manga. You can check out the manga either on their site or in the gallery below.
Chapter 10 will be available in early June.
You can also check out the articles for the previous chapters by clicking on the links below!
Chapter 0 Prologue (Japanese) Chapter 0 Prologue (English) Chapter 1 A New Journey (Japanese) Chapter 1 A New Journey (English) Chapter 2 Olympus Coliseum [1] (Japanese) Chapter 2 Olympus Coliseum [1] (English) Chapter 3 Olympus Coliseum [2] (Japanese) Chapter 3 Olympus Coliseum [2] (English) Chapter 4 Olympus Coliseum [3] (Japanese) Chapter 4 Olympus Coliseum [3] (English) Chapter 5 Olympus Coliseum [4] (Japanese) Chapter 5 Olympus Coliseum [4] (English) Chapter 6 Olympus Coliseum [5] (Japanese) Chapter 6 Olympus Coliseum [5] (English) Chapter 7 Olympus Coliseum [6] (Japanese) Chapter 7 Olympus Coliseum [6] (English) Chapter 8 Olympus Coliseum [7] (Japanese) Chapter 8 Olympus Coliseum [7] (English)
Leamax

Kingdom Hearts (Including the Other Promise) finishes at #245 on Classic FM Hall of Fame 2020

Classic FM have begun revealing their annual Hall of Fame list this weekend. After not being included in 2019's list, Kingdom Hearts Composer Yoko Shimomura has reappeared on the list. Kingdom Hearts (including the Other Promise) finished at #245. 
A description of Yoko from the Hall of Fame list can be read below.
This marks the 5th year that Yoko has made an appearance on the Classic FM Hall of Fame. In 2015, she placed 30th while in 2016 she placed 31st. In 2017, she finished 119th and in 2018 she finished 188th. 
Other musical compositions that have been showcased in the Kingdom Hearts series have also made it into the top 300 list for Hall of Fame 2020, including the following:
"A Night on the Bare Mountain" ranked at no. 277 "Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl" ranked at no. 190 "Final Fantasy Series (including One-Winged Angel)" ranked at no. 171 "Nutcracker" ranked at no. 10 "Symphony no. 6 in F Major Op.68 (Pastoral)" ranked at no. 17 Congratulations to Yoko Shimomura and her success in making Classic FM's Hall of Fame list for the 5th time!
Leamax

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