Post by lighthorseman on Jun 24, 2011 1:05:52 GMT -5
Japanese music fans have been surprised to discover the newest member of one of the country's leading pop groups is a digital mash-up of the other singers.
Aimi Eguchi was announced earlier this month as the latest member of AKB48, a popular group with an ever-revolving roster of singers, the Washington Post reported.
Aimi made her debut appearance in an advertisement for Ezaki Glico lollies, a rapid promotion given that product endorsements are usually reserved for more senior members of the 62-person group.
Aimi's sudden fame raised the suspicions of fans used to seeing AKB48 members rise through the ranks based on the support of fans in an annual Idol-style competition.
Earlier this week Ezaki Glico admitted to the hoax, revealing Aimi's flawless appearance was a composite of three other members of the group.
AKB48 is divided into four teams of singers, with their singles and albums regularly selling millions of copies.
news.ninemsn.com.au/technology/8265038/japanese-pop-star-revealed-as-digital-fake
Aimi Eguchi was announced earlier this month as the latest member of AKB48, a popular group with an ever-revolving roster of singers, the Washington Post reported.
Aimi made her debut appearance in an advertisement for Ezaki Glico lollies, a rapid promotion given that product endorsements are usually reserved for more senior members of the 62-person group.
Aimi's sudden fame raised the suspicions of fans used to seeing AKB48 members rise through the ranks based on the support of fans in an annual Idol-style competition.
Earlier this week Ezaki Glico admitted to the hoax, revealing Aimi's flawless appearance was a composite of three other members of the group.
AKB48 is divided into four teams of singers, with their singles and albums regularly selling millions of copies.
news.ninemsn.com.au/technology/8265038/japanese-pop-star-revealed-as-digital-fake
End of the uncanny valley?
