On January 25, 2023, XG returned with their third single SHOOTING STAR.   The music video for the new track has racked up over 13 million views in its first two weeks of release. SHOOTING STAR has ranked in the top spot in 25 countries and regions, including the U.K., Canada, and Japan. The song ranked #3 in the United States and took the #1 spot in the worldwide music video ranking.   Following this incredible success, the group has released the performance video for SHOOTING STAR on their official YouTube channel. While the previous performance video for MASCARA was shot in an abandoned factory, the new video for SHOOTING STAR was shot on a stage surrounded by twinkling lights and a ceiling like a starry sky. Given the song’s title and message, it’s extremely fitting.   SHOOTING STAR - XG (Performance Video)

 

XG has appeared on KBS 2TV's Music Bank, MBC's Show! Music Core, SBS's INKIGAYO, Mnet’s M COUNTDOWN, Arirang TV’s SIMPLY K-POP, MBC M’s SHOW CHAMPION, and other popular Korean music TV programs.

 

The group has branched out of Korea in a big way, also appearing in interviews on popular American radio stations like iHeartRadio and WiLD 94.9. The girls have also been invited as guests to the American YouTube channel REACT, which has over 20 million subscribers. They’ve also appeared in the Hindustan Times, a major Indian newspaper, and NYLON Manila in the Philippines.

 

You’ll want to keep an eye on these rising stars in 2023!

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On January 25, 2023, XG returned with their third single SHOOTING STAR.

 

The music video for the new track has racked up over 13 million views in its first two weeks of release. SHOOTING STAR has ranked in the top spot in 25 countries and regions, including the U.K., Canada, and Japan. The song ranked #3 in the United States and took the #1 spot in the worldwide music video ranking.

 

Following this incredible success, the group has released the performance video for SHOOTING STAR on their official YouTube channel. While the previous performance video for MASCARA was shot in an abandoned factory, the new video for SHOOTING STAR was shot on a stage surrounded by twinkling lights and a ceiling like a starry sky. Given the song’s title and message, it’s extremely fitting.

 

SHOOTING STAR - XG (Performance Video)

 

XG has appeared on KBS 2TV's Music Bank, MBC's Show! Music Core, SBS's INKIGAYO, Mnet’s M COUNTDOWN, Arirang TV’s SIMPLY K-POP, MBC M’s SHOW CHAMPION, and other popular Korean music TV programs.

 

The group has branched out of Korea in a big way, also appearing in interviews on popular American radio stations like iHeartRadio and WiLD 94.9. The girls have also been invited as guests to the American YouTube channel REACT, which has over 20 million subscribers. They’ve also appeared in the Hindustan Times, a major Indian newspaper, and NYLON Manila in the Philippines.

 

You’ll want to keep an eye on these rising stars in 2023!

On January 25, the Japanese hip-hop R&B girls’ group XG released the music video for their long-awaited third single SHOOTING STAR. The single is also available now via download and streaming, and fans can also snag a CD Box while supplies last. XG is comprised of seven members–Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya, and Cocona.   SHOOTING STAR features stunning space-inspired visuals and fashion, blending heavy bass and the group’s signature ‘BellSound.’ The stunning harmonies, powerful rap, and delightful vocals stand out, with the lyrics expressing the member’s single-minded desire to strive and grow into world-class artists.   Also included with the new single is the addictive track LEFT RIGHT, featuring a catchy synth loop and trap beat with strong bass and a fine-tuned hi-hat sound. Fans will want to sing around to the rap portion, and the song is filled with positive energy–XG’s signature. The girls don’t let anyone but themselves dictate their actions, always believing in themselves as they move forward.   The two songs settle well into the genres of hip-hop and R&B. The girls want listeners to trust in themselves and become who they want to be.   Alongside the music video, fans can also enjoy the SHOOTING STAR LIVE STAGE, where the girls perform both new songs.   The videos pulled in an incredible amount of attention and commentary from fans around the world.   XG - SHOOTING STAR (Official Music Video)

In the SHOOTING STAR video, the members can be seen in cool over-the-top outfits sharing their music from a place beyond the universe. This high-end, innovative work is unfathomably unique, showing off the youthful power of XG.   Following the group’s first single Tippy Toes and second single MASCARA, the sky’s the limit for this budding girl group. With unbeatable choreography and a signature style, keep an eye on XG in 2023!

Japanese hip-hop R&B girls group XG will release their 3rd single SHOOTING STAR on January 25, 2023. Fans from around the world have also been commenting on the group’s new visual, and expectations are high.   Comments include “They’re so original and so fresh, I can’t wait,” “Full points for the new visual,” “Every one of their songs surpasses my expectations,” “They aren’t K-Pop or J-pop, but something totally different,” “XG is something totally new in this age of girl group wars,” and “the new visual is so avant-garde, I can’t imagine what the song and music video will be like!”

The third single will include two songs for the first time in the group’s history titled SHOOTING STAR and LEFT RIGHT. A CD Box will also be released.

 

The members of XG have taken to social media for their conceptual content ‘XG Wish Delivery,’ in which the girls become shooting stars and make people’s wishes come true. In addition to this exciting news, the dreamy and unique NEO Romantic visual has been released.

CHISA

COCONA

HARVEY

HINATA

JURIA

JURIN

MAYA

  SHOOTING STAR will be released at midnight on January 25, 2023. The accompanying music video will drop at 18:00 JST on the same day.

ACCAMER released the song Nomic on streaming services on October 7. The track serves as the ending theme for the anime series I’m the Villainess, So I’m Taming the Final Boss, and on October 15, the music video was revealed!   The new music video was produced by the song’s writer Sheeno Mirin, and is a unique creation perfectly suited for the track. In the past, ACCAMER has worked with eminent video creators on her music videos, including sakiyama, Ryuuseee, and Yuma Saito.    The music video was illustrated by up-and-coming artist Meri, who also created the cover art for Nomic. The video was edited by video director bondbond, and fans will also want to keep an eye out for ZAZA’s avant-garde CG work. The lyrics, which scroll vertically, are somewhat hypnotic, and this is certain to be one video you won’t forget!

Popular boys group BE:FIRST has released the music video for Message. The track was featured on the group’s chart-topping first album BE:1 released on August 31.Message is BE:FIRST’s first love song, featuring a soundscape punctuated by sweet guitar riffs. The mid-tempo ballad is a collaboration between singer-songwriter eill, whose songs reflect elements of soul and R&B and whose silky, soulful voice is incredibly addicting; Matt Cab, whose musical sense and unique sound is perfect for a wide range of genres; and MATZ and SKY-HI, who have attracted attention as next-generation artists who lead the Japanese dance music scene.   The music video shows seven people in love and was filmed like a drama series. The seven performers portray their daily lives as they fall in love, struggle with love, and learn to move forward. The powerful dance is also a highlight. Check out the dramatic performances of the seven members in this elaborate setting.   BE:FIRST is currently on its first nationwide tour, titled BE:FIRST 1st One Man Tour “BE:1” 2022-2023. The tour will take the members to 17 cities nationwide for a total of 29 shows.   Be sure to watch this dance-filled music video, offering a glimpse at a new side of BE:FIRST.