Crawl Green
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Kohane
(This is where the legend began...
That stage is where those three sang together for the very first time.)
That stage is where those three sang together for the very first time.)
Toya
The ceiling's very high...
We may need to sing louder than usual here if we're going to reach everybody in the back.
We may need to sing louder than usual here if we're going to reach everybody in the back.
Toya
It's almost hard to believe that Ken and his team got the crowd going the way they did, considering it was their first show together...
Akito
Nothing's changed since the last time I was here. Well, I guess the interior wouldn't change that quickly...
Akito
But I'm glad everything is the same. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to redeem myself for what happened back then...
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Backstage
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Owner of Crawl Green
Is this everyone?
Owner of Crawl Green
I heard that Arata wouldn't be able to make it today, but I didn't realize that you'd all be coming.
Owner of Crawl Green
Including a familiar face. You didn't run away, then?
Owner of Crawl Green
Anyway, as much as I want to shoot the breeze with all of you, we don't have time... Let's start with a soundcheck.
Owner of Crawl Green
Okay, that should do it...
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Toya
Still, I'm surprised by how you are helping us with the sound setup instead of asking one of your staff to handle everything.
Owner of Crawl Green
Of course I'm handling it. I'm not young anymore but, as much as I want to ask one of the others to do this for me, I have a bit of an obsessive personality...
Owner of Crawl Green
Especially when it comes to events involving performers with some momentum behind them. I want things to be done right, with no cut corners.
Owner of Crawl Green
Anyway, more importantly... I've been meaning to see you all in person at least once beforehand, so I'm glad you're all here today.
Owner of Crawl Green
You in particular, Shinonome. I haven't seen you since that event.
Akito
But... Thank you for giving me the chance to sing that time. I appreciate you not cutting me off and letting me finish.
Akito
However, what happened that day helped strengthen my resolve. So, I... I vow to not let the crowd down like that again.
Owner of Crawl Green
I see...
Then, I'll be expecting to see some good results from you.
Then, I'll be expecting to see some good results from you.
Owner of Crawl Green
Ah, excuse me...
Anyway, you must be Aoyagi, and you must be An's partner...
Anyway, you must be Aoyagi, and you must be An's partner...
Owner of Crawl Green
Yes, likewise. You put on a good performance during your last event. An definitely has an eye for spotting talent.
An
Yeah, Kohane's seriously the best!
Uncle Taiga even likes her so much that he's been teaching her how to sing better!
Uncle Taiga even likes her so much that he's been teaching her how to sing better!
Owner of Crawl Green
What...?
You're the one Taiga's taken under his wing?
You're the one Taiga's taken under his wing?
Owner of Crawl Green
I see... The old him would've never done anything like this. The only people he ever gave singing advice to were Nagi and Ken.
Owner of Crawl Green
Yes, I'd say since around the time he started singing.
Owner of Crawl Green
I mean, everyone my age has known him for about that long. Once Taiga and Nagi began making a name for themselves, everyone's eyes were on them.
Owner of Crawl Green
Of course, they were good, but there was more to them than just that... They wanted to stand on top of the world.
An
From what I understand, Uncle Taiga started singing first, Aunt Nagi really liked what he was doing and she began singing soon after...
An
Aunt Nagi told me way back when how they talked about becoming the best musicians in the world, and that it was the first big dream they had in life.
Owner of Crawl Green
The two of them were so good that we were all staggered when they announced that they'd be forming a team with Ken.
Owner of Crawl Green
However, when I heard the three of them sing together for the first time, I knew that they had what it took to take the world by storm...
Owner of Crawl Green
That's right. And Taiga was pretty adamant about doing it during the time of year when this place attracts the most people.
Owner of Crawl Green
So, they put on their first event, and changed this town forever.
Owner of Crawl Green
Yes. After RADder put on their first event, they became the heart and soul of this town. Not long after, other musicians begin gathering here.
Owner of Crawl Green
All in the spirit of playing around, doing stupid stuff and pushing each other to get better.
An
He said that the three of them met all sorts of different people here, fought with some of them and became friends with others.
Kohane
Whenever Taiga and I practice together, I can tell that everyone around here really loves him.
Owner of Crawl Green
Yes, that's understandable...
I'm also a big fan of his work.
I'm also a big fan of his work.
Owner of Crawl Green
Seeing that dumb, little kid grow up, sing his heart out, make friends and form a team did put a smile on my face. It felt like I was watching a movie about him. Even after he left here, he kept on singing...
Owner of Crawl Green
And yet...well...
Owner of Crawl Green
Ah, ignore that last part.
Owner of Crawl Green
Even now, he's trying to find success by himself over in the United States. Though, I doubt he's satisfied with his achievements.
Owner of Crawl Green
And I feel proud knowing that my place was where they... Where Taiga took his first big step.
Owner of Crawl Green
You, Arata and the others must be confident to be saying you're going to surpass what they did that night.
An
Thanks for telling us that story...
I never would've imagined that the first event Dad and his team put on was so special. But...
I never would've imagined that the first event Dad and his team put on was so special. But...
An
I've known they were amazing since I was born, but we're not playing around. We're serious about surpassing them.
Owner of Crawl Green
I see.
Owner of Crawl Green
If you're that prepared, then I only have one thing to say to all of you. Put on the best event ever for me.
Several dozen minutes later
Vivid Street
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Kohane
I was expecting to just have a meeting about our event, but we got to hear a really interesting story.
An
Yeah, he looks pretty grouchy, but he's actually pretty talkative and likes to look out for others.
An
I was hoping to give you a breather, but the story you just heard probably put more pressure on you.
Kohane
Until now, in order to surpass RAD WEEKEND, I thought that we had to do better than Taiga and his team when they put on their first event. But I realize now that we'll need to do more than just that...
Kohane
I clearly understand what it means now to surpass the very first event that they did.
Kohane
(Because I see now that Crawl Green has a special place in the hearts of those who live around here...)
Kohane
(Everyone, not just the owner...
Their thoughts and feelings... That's what makes up the musical fabric of this city.)
Their thoughts and feelings... That's what makes up the musical fabric of this city.)
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Record Store Lady
You're working on your singing? By taking photos? Oh, this must be another one of Taiga's weird training methods...
Crepe Shop Lady
And here's yours Kohane! Strawberries with whipped cream! Good luck with your event!
An
We took a little break along the way, but pretty much. Oh, but getting crepes and stuff was really fun! Right, Kohane?
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