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Awareness as an interviewer
Celeina: You have interviewed many artists as an interviewer.
Yajima: The interview with Paul was the most nerve-wracking event in my life, more so than any other life event, so it left a lasting impression on me.
But I believe that each interview, regardless of whether it is famous or not, will change the artist’s life. I believe that an article has the power to change the life of the interviewed artist, for better or worse.
Celeina: I see, that’s profound. We also do interviews on our TV program, but since we are just starting out, we were wondering if you had any interview tips for us.
Yajima: I guess you have to ask questions in your own words. Not the standard questions, but the questions you want to ask them, in your own words. If you do that, I think the interviewee will want to answer your questions in his or her own words. I think this will lead to a deeper conversation. I know I sounded very forward, but I think it’s a good idea.
Celeina: Thank you very much.
Takano: I just wrote down “my words” in the script (laughs). I would like to go to one song here. What song would you like to listen to together on the radio at this time, and what song would it be?
Yajima: I would like to share a song called “Landscape” by Haruy.
Takano: Why did you choose this song?
Yajima: I saw the keyboardist of Suchmos, TAIHEI, on stage at “Fuji Rock” at the Mokudotei, and he was really good. TAIHEI composed and performed the song “Landscape” by Haruy. In fact, I had the opportunity to interview Haruy-san. If you are interested in this song, please check out the interview.
