Kuu Kuu Harajuku: Music, Baby!

Executive produced by No Doubt singer and The Voice judge Gwen Stefani—who also sings the theme song—this volume from the Nickelodeon-aired animated series includes seven two-part episodes. The series follows the pastel exploits of girl band HJ5, a group of five little ladies who go by the names of Love, Angel, Music, Baby, and G (not so subtle, Gwen) and are rarely seen actually singing but are often involved in shenanigans related to their performing gigs. “Totally Teen Genie” finds the gang trying to support inept group manager Rudie Roads and coming across a snotty genie who might help them win a “Golden Hoodie Award.” “Angel's Flight” focuses on a party for awesome record producer Twisty T's triplet nieces and nephews, during which some in the group entertain the youngsters and others chase a large surprise cake across the town of Harajuku City. “Music, Baby” portrays a rebellion against a Nazi-esque Ministry of No-Fun-Land, and “Wanted: Audience” includes an alien watermelon and notably absent crowd for a sold-out show. Also featured are “Drums of Doom” (involving a three-fingered magician from a creepy traveling carnival) and “Adventures in Housesitting” (offering more hijinks at Twisty T's place). Extras include a behind-the-scenes featurette. A silly and sometimes fun series designed to sell toy dolls, this is a strong optional purchase. Aud: P. (J. Williams-Wood)