Yuki Kajiura Addresses Concerns Over Kalafina Reunion: 'I Do Not Wish for Them to Stop Singing Their Songs
On October 4, music producer Yuki Kajiura updated her X (formerly Twitter) account in response to the official announcement of the reunion of Kalafina, the female vocal trio she produced until their disbandment in 2019. Kajiura expressed her support for the group’s future.
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On October 3, following the news of Kalafina’s reunion, Kajiura shared a statement on X titled "Regarding Kalafina," where she clarified that she had no involvement in the upcoming performances. "They have decided to move forward as a new Kalafina, separate from my production and without my knowledge. I had hoped to explore a way to create music with Kalafina again in the future, but that is no longer possible," she wrote.
Kalafina was originally formed in 2008 under Kajiura's production to perform the theme songs for the anime film series The Garden of Sinners (Kara no Kyokai). Her statement drew a large reaction online, with comments like, "Kalafina was Kalafina because of Kajiura, this is disappointing," "I was happy to hear about the reunion but didn’t know the circumstances behind it," and "I have mixed feelings about this."
In response, Kajiura updated her X account again on October 4. "This may be unnecessary to say, but... Just because one producer is no longer involved, it doesn't mean Kalafina will no longer be able to sing their past songs. I absolutely do not wish for such a thing," she emphasized. "At the January concert, I am sure they will deliver a wonderful harmony, and I hope you will give your full support to Kalafina and the musicians supporting their stage. I once again wish them great success," she added, reiterating her encouragement for the reunited group.
Full Translation
This may be unnecessary to say, but... Just because one producer is no longer involved, it doesn't mean Kalafina will no longer be able to sing their past songs. I absolutely do not wish for such a thing.
蛇足になってしまいますが…たかがプロデューサーが一人離れたくらいで、Kalafinaさんが過去の曲を歌えなくなるなどという事はあり得ませんし、私個人もそんなことは一切望んでおりません。…
— 梶浦由記 Yuki Kajiura (@Fion0806) October 3, 2024
Source : ORICON NEWS