ELLY /CrazyBoy, DJ SHUZO, Aile The Shota, TSUBAKILL talk for the first large-scale festival
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Press release: May 8, 2024
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ELLY /CrazyBoy, DJ SHUZO, Aile The Shota, TSUBAKILL talk for the first large-scale festival
*ELLY’s first festival with 30,000 people: “I want it to be a live show that makes everyone smile”*
From left) Aile The Shota, DJ SHUZO, ELLY, SAYAKA Rena YUMERI MIKI The XD Executive Committee will hold the “XD World Music Festival presented by Yogibo” holding presentation was held. “XD World Music Festival by Yogibo ” aims to bring together top artists from Japan and abroad and deliver a next-generation music experience to audiences.
This event will not only feature music, but also performances utilizing the latest technology and an interactive experience with audience participation, creating a place where all participants can create and have fun together.
To commemorate the decision to hold the event, a press conference was held in Tokyo on Wednesday, May 8th, with special guests ELLY/CrazyBoy (Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS) and
DJ SHUZO, Aile The Shota, female dance team TSUBAKILL (SAYAKA, MIKI, YUMERI, Rena) took the stage and revealed their enthusiasm and highlights for the event.
ELLY, SHUZO, TSUBAKILL XD talk session
■How I felt when I was asked to appear on the show
Mr. ELLY
“Since it’s a world music festival, we Japanese and Korean artists will be performing.It hasn’t been announced yet, but big artists will also be performing, so I’m really looking forward to being one of the performers.Sandaime J
Soul
It was rare for Brothers to perform at festivals like this.
Personally, it’s a big A-Nation festival, so I’m going to put my energy into it, work with the members, and give it my all.” ■About the highlights
Mr. ELLY
“Even at my own live shows, each one has its own color, and there are artists who value their own individuality.I’m looking forward to performing myself, and I’m also looking forward to seeing other artists live. .The third generation J created an impact and
individuality.
I want it to be a live where Soul Brothers and LDH will say, “ELLY, you’re here!”
■Fest episodes etc.
DJ SHUZO
“Six months ago, I DJed at an arena, and surprisingly, during the festival, everyone at the venue was enjoying themselves with smiles on their faces throughout the day. I’ll never forget that scene. I keep doing it and I want to do it again. This is the moment when I think
Aile The Shota
“I love being backstage at festivals, and I always look forward to being able to talk to artists that I don’t usually get to meet.I want to communicate with ELLY and other artists this time as well.It’s at those times that songs are created, so I’m always looking forward to it. I am planning to create one.”
■How to enjoy festivals
Mr. ELLY
“I’ve been to festivals overseas, and I think the best thing is not only to have fun with your favorite artists, but also to have fun with artists you don’t know. Even if you don’t know the artists, it’s fun.” I’ve felt that way and can only experience it at festivals. I don’t have many opportunities to go to festivals in Japan, so I’d like to enjoy everyone’s performances once my turn is over.”
TSUBAKILL SAYAKA
“I think we have finally found a place where we can release the virus after the coronavirus outbreak.In order to release the virus, I will start by looking at myself.I will choose the cutest clothes so that I can enjoy my outfit to the fullest, and I will spend time with my loved ones. I think it will be a great festival if you can feel the nature and watch our performance.”
■Artists I’m looking forward to collaborating with
Mr. ELLY
“I’m interested in all the artists, but I’m paying attention to HyunA, who will be performing solo this time.It’s my first time seeing her live, so I’m looking forward to seeing what kind of performance she’ll do.YOUNG
POSSE. I haven’t seen many new groups that are active as hip-hop idols. I’m looking forward to their performance.”
■For fans who are looking forward to it
Mr. ELLY
“The most important place for us is on stage.The stage is a part of our activities, but we perform to the best of our ability and spread the word to both those we know and those we don’t know. I want the fans to become one and get along well with each other. I want to perform to the best of my ability and put on a live show that makes everyone smile.”
DJ SHUZO
“I’m not saying Japan will do its best, but I want Japanese music and entertainment to be delivered to people around the world through this XD, so I’ll do my best. I’ll do my best to make XD an unforgettable day. So please look forward to it.”
Aile The Shota
“I think XD has the motivation to jump right into the many
large-scale festivals that already exist.I’m happy to be performing at the first one.I hope people from all walks of life, generations, and genres will come to see us. Personally, it’s an important time for me to become someone no one can ignore, so I’m going to take it seriously.”
TSUBAKILL SAYAKA
“Events like this are formed by the combined efforts of many people. We would like to give back through dance.”
Guest profile
*ELLY/CrazyBoy (Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS)*
He has worked as a backup dancer and choreographer for many famous artists both domestically and internationally, and his unique physical ability and high technique, which are widely known in the dance world, have attracted attention.
Joined SOUL BROTHERS as a performer. He made his debut in 2010. In 2015, she starred in the movie “TRASH” for the first time.
He has demonstrated a high degree of creative ability, having been involved in the choreography and composition of many artists’ songs, including the Third Generation J Soul Brothers.
He is also active as a solo artist as “CrazyBoy”.
*DJ SHUZO*
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 2001. Actor, model, DJ.
Has studied abroad in NZ and is fluent in English. He gained attention on TikTok, which he started in 2020, and has 7.6 million followers. The total number of SNS followers is approximately 9.6 million. “Forbes JAPAN 30 UNDER 30 2022
He has also had an impact on the business world, including being selected as one of Japan’s “Under 30s Who Change the World” and being appointed as an SNS marketing producer for major PR company Sunny Side Up.
In 2023, he also started working as a music producer under the name “SHUZO”.
*Aile The Shota*
Debuted on the BMSG label in January 2022 with “AURORA TOKIO”. The songs released so far have ranked first on various distribution sites. It has received a lot of attention from artists and producers, and its momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
Tickets for the 2023 national tour are sold out. 1st in 2024 He announced the release of AL and will hold a one-man live at Tokyo Garden Theater in 2025, declaring that he will become the next generation J-POP STAR.
“Existence is a genre” with a unique musicality that has a strong affinity with J-POP while leaning toward black music with its roots in dance.
An artist whose “existence is music”.
*TSUBAKILL*
A female dance team consisting of SAYAKA, MIKI, MOMO, YUMERI, and Rena. Each of them is a first-class professional dancer who choreographs and backs up dancers for famous domestic and international artists. TSUBAKILL is a dance team formed in 2023 by members who have been active in a wide range of activities including workshop tours around the world.
As a female dance team representing Japan, they are featured in the extremely popular Korean Mnet program “STREET WOMAN FIGHTER”. 2” as the only Japanese team. It has been attracting global attention even before it aired.
Artists the members have worked with as choreographers and dancers include Jackson Wang, ZICO, BIGBANG, 2NE1, Nissy, Daichi Miura, and DREAMS.
A wide range of artists including COME TRUE, Awich, Al, AK-69, THE RAMPAGE, Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS, and GENERATIONS.
About [XD World Music Festival presented by Yogibo]
“XD World Music Festival” will be held at the XD special venue in Odaiba, Tokyo on Saturday, July 27th and Sunday, July 28th, 2024. “presented by Yogibo” (XD) is a new era music festival that aims to fuse music and technology.
A large-scale LIVE event scheduled to attract an audience of 30,000, featuring top domestic and international artists.
・This will be a DJ/DANCE EVENT. At this event, HyunA, KISS OF Famous artists such as LIFE and LUN8 will appear, and general GA tickets start from 12,000 yen, and general PGA tickets start from 22,000 yen.
XD’s concept is to update Japanese festivals, connect through festivals, create together, and celebrate.
We plan to update Japan’s ancient traditional festivals and events to suit modern times and express them in the atmosphere and content of the venue.
In addition to delivering next-generation music experiences to our audiences, we provide performances that utilize the latest technology and interactive experiences that allow everyone to engage with the audience, making them part of the event rather than just an audience member. We aim to create an experience that you can participate in. *About details about this release*
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