A new bridge between Japanese and Korean indie artists — “Japan Sound Bridge with early Reflection” to be held in Hongdae, Korea
CUEIGHT Inc. Press Release: September 25, 2025 A new bridge between Japanese and Korean indie artists — “Japan Sound Bridge with early Reflection” to be held in Hongdae, Korea Held for three days from Friday, October 31st to Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, at SPACE BRICK in Hongdae, South Korea. CUEIGHT Inc.
(Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Ren Nagai) has teamed up with “early Reflection,” a PR-focused distribution service developed by Pony Canyon Inc.; Concert Garden Inc., a large-scale concert planning company in Korea; and AG ENTERTAINMENT Inc., a specialized
entertainment company, to launch a new project to connect the Japanese and Korean indie music scenes. The first chapter of this project will be marked by the “Japan Sound Bridge with early Reflection” event, which will be held at SPACE BRICK in Hongdae, Korea from Friday, October 31st to Sunday, November 2nd, 2025. Over three days, notable artists from Japan and Korea will come together to perform an enthusiastic stage performance that transcends the boundaries of genre and language. Performers include TRACK15, a four-piece rock band from Japan that has rapidly grown with its stunning vocals and sense of melody, and Re:name
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/123400/28/123400-28-01e680af16bbd7e7ce29c8d90e89b0a6-1723×2432.jpg Track15 ■TRACK15 – Month Distribution release on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 DL & Streaming: https://lnk.to/TRACK15_tsuki ■Profile TRACK15 (pronounced: Track Fifteen) was formed in October 2020. Originally from Takatsuki, Osaka, this four-member rock band is resonating with younger generations and transcending generations with their
arrangements and performances that radiate universal brilliance, centered around Ren (vocals/guitar)’s unique vocals and overwhelming sense of melody. Their first single, “Three,” released in 2023, reached No. 8 on Oricon’s Weekly Rock Singles Ranking, their first mini-album, “bouquet,” was selected as a “Tower Records
Recommendation” for March 2024, and they were also selected as Amazon Music’s “Breakthrough Artist of the First Half of 2024.” Their circuit events saw numerous entry restrictions, and they began appearing at large festivals across the country. Their November release,
“Millennium Plan,” was selected for FM802’s November Heavy Rotation. Their first solo concert in Tokyo at Shibuya WWW X in November 2012, their Tokyo-Nagoya-Osaka Quattro tour that began in May 2013, and their solo concert at Shinsaibashi BIGCAT in Osaka in August were all sold out. With their first solo concert in a hall coming up in January 2014 at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA, expectations are high for their future success. ■TRACK15 Information HP:https://track15.jp/ X:
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https://www.youtube.com/@TRACK15 Re:name ■Release information Distribution single “KISS ME HONEY” https://lnk.to/rename_kissmehoney ・Music video Re:name “KISS ME HONEY” Music Video
https://youtu.be/Ilptp9xSJ1k Distribution single “I’ve”
https://lnk.to/rename_ive Opening theme song for Drama Phil’s “The Reason Why My Boyfriend Became My Sister’s Husband” ・Music video Re:name “I’ve” Live MV https://youtu.be/ax6p-R1JC4s ■Profile Re:name Formed in March 2016, this three-piece band from Kitasetsu, Osaka, boasts a catchy sound heavily influenced by international pop music. Members are Kazunari Takagi (vocals), Soma (guitar), and Yamaken (drums). All were born in 1999. While influenced by Western pop music, Re:name’s lyrics, which are somehow nostalgic and familiar, express the conflicts and feelings that we all share, weaving together English and Japanese lyrics with ease, establishing a unique style that defies genre. The song “prettyfine :)” from the album “Mindwash,” released in April 2023, was selected for heavy rotation on FM802, garnering instant attention. They have since appeared at numerous events, including “FM802 Rockin’Radio! -OSAKA JO YAON-,” “KANSAI LOVERS 2023,” “Eggs presents MINAMI WHEEL 2023,” “FM802 RADIO CRAZY 2023” held at Intex Osaka, and “FM802 × OSAKA AUTO MESSE presents CUSTOMIZE ARENA.” They have a strong presence in the Kansai region. “24/7,” a track from their second mini-album “Give Me All Of Your Life,” released on February 14, 2024, became a smash hit, garnering significant attention on TikTok. It continues to enjoy long-running popularity. In March, they appeared at circuit events around the country, including “TENJIN ONTAQ 2024” in Fukuoka, “IMAIKE GO NOW 2024” in Nagoya, and “SANUKI ROCK COLOSSEUM 2024” in Kagawa, gradually expanding their popularity nationwide. All shows on their mini-album tour in March were sold out. With lyrics that skillfully interweave English and Japanese, and a unique design and worldview, they are bringing a breath of fresh air to the indie scene, and will release their long-awaited full album, “GENIUS FOOL,” on February 26, 2025. They are expected to become a major nationwide hit. As they expand their activities, they are spreading their music not only in Japan, but around the world. The original podcast program “Housetalk!” takes advantage of the fact that the band members were classmates in junior high and high school. In contrast to their refined music, the show features laid-back conversations, giving viewers a glimpse into the depth of the band and its members. In the annual New Year’s segment “This is Going Viral This Year! 2025” on Nippon Television’s “Buzz Rhythm 02,” which aired in early 2025, the band made its debut, ranking 29th. ■Re:name Information HP:https://renamejpn.com/ X: https://x.com/Rename_official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rename_jpn/ YouTube:
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https://www.tiktok.com/@renamejpn Comment from Baek Eunyoung, CEO of Concert Garden Co., Ltd. We are very pleased to have been able to launch this project in Korea. We believe it is of great significance that it has provided an opportunity for promising artists from both Korea and Japan to share their music with the public and deepen their exchanges. Starting with this project, we plan to hold regular events in earnest from 2026, continuously creating a forum for active exchange between artists from both countries. Through this initiative, we will strive to create new value in the music scene and further enrich the cultures of both countries. We hope for your continued support and support. Comment from Kim Jeong-kyung, CEO of AG ENTERTAINMENT Inc. We are very pleased to have proposed this project to both Korea and Japan and to have been able to start it with such wonderful partners. AG Entertainment will continue to create new projects that promote IP business exchange between the two countries and contribute to the development of both countries through music and entertainment. Comment from Ren Nagai, Representative Director, CUEIGHT Inc. Our company has supported many people who pursue their dreams. The journey we have taken, accompanying them to help them get even a little closer to realizing their dreams, is an invaluable asset for CUEIGHT, and we believe this will remain our mission. “Japan Sound Bridge with Early Reflection” is a new step in spreading music from Japan to Asia and the world. The indie scene holds immeasurable potential, and we believe that the moment when artists resonate with each other across borders will become a source of new culture and value. At the same time, Japanese music and entertainment have entered an era in which they must become even more globally conscious. We believe that it will be of great significance for the next generation of artists to not only remain active domestically, but also
demonstrate their presence throughout Asia and on the global stage. This project is being undertaken with wonderful partner companies, and our collaboration will be a powerful force in paving the way to the future. CUEIGHT Inc. will continue to support many challenges and pursue new possibilities in entertainment. Implementation summary Event title: Japan Sound Bridge with early Reflection Date: Friday, October 31, 2025 – Sunday, November 2, 2025 Venue: SPACE BRICK (Hongdae, Seoul, Korea) https://spacebrickkorea.com/ Performing Artists: Japan: TRACK15, Re:name Korea: o.o.o, MGFF, igloobay Ticket Information:https://tickets.interpark.com/goods/25013691 Tickets available at NOL Ticket (Interpark Ticket) Organizer: AG ENTERTAINMENT Co., Ltd. Organizer: Concert Garden Co., Ltd. Cooperation: Pony Canyon Inc., CUEIGHT Inc., MEGA WAVE JAPAN LLC For more information about this release