XY (band)
XY | |
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| Genres | Pop, J-pop |
| Years active | 2023–present |
| Labels | Avex Trax, Melodee Music |
| Members |
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| Website | x-y |
XY is a boy band from Tokyo, Japan. Consisting of 13 members, the band was formed in 2023 after completing the talent competition show Yoshiki Superstar Project X and is produced by Japanese rock star Yoshiki.[1]
History[edit]
In February 2022, Nippon TV and Yoshiki announced an international open call for male performers for the music talent competition program Yoshiki Superstar Project X.[2] The program began airing on Hulu Japan in October, featuring the top 20 applicants.[3] Japanese rock star Yoshiki served as the series' producer. The program also featured celebrity guest judges including Gene Simmons, Sarah Brightman, Travis Payne, and Hyde.[4]
While preparing for the band's debut, the 19-year-old lead vocalist, Yoshi, was killed in an accident.[5] After consulting with Yoshi's family, auditions were restarted to find a new vocalist. The song "XY feat. Yoshi" was released on Yoshi's birthday, February 26, 2023, using Yoshi's recorded vocals.[6]
After the new lineup was decided, the band performed their first song, "Crazy Love", on February 28, 2023, on the Nippon TV series Sukkiri accompanied by Yoshiki on piano. On March 4, the band made their first live stage performance at Mynavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2023 Spring/Summer at Yoyogi National Gymnasium.[7][8] On March 22, the band performed again on the Nippon TV program Premium Music TV.[9]
On June 20, Yoshiki and members of the band appeared on Yoshiki Channel to announce the release of "Crazy Love" as the band's major-label debut single. The song was released on June 30, distributed by Avex Trax in Asia and Melodee Music worldwide.[10] "Crazy Love" went to #1 on the iTunes Alternative Charts in Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, #3 on the iTunes Japan overall chart,[11] and #3 on the Oricon singles chart.
On July 15, members of XY performed on stage with Yoshiki at Japan Expo in Paris, France.[12]
Members[edit]
Band[edit]
- Kyohey (drums)
- Kairi (guitar)
- Furutatsu (bass)
- Karma (vocals)
- Gai (vocals)
Dance/vocals[edit]
- Jay
- Hayato
- Raia
- Kice
- Kanji
- P→★
- Mitchy
- Kosei
Discography[edit]
Singles[edit]
| Title | Year | Peak | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "XY feat. Yoshi" | February 26, 2023 | Non-album single | |
| "Crazy Love" | June 30, 2023 | Non-album single |
References[edit]
- ^ "What You Need To Know About New Boy Band, XY". The Honey POP. 2023-06-24. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "YOSHIKI produces next iconic boy band in "YOSHIKI SUPERSTAR PROJECT X"". JROCK NEWS. 2022-04-10. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "「YOSHIKI SUPERSTAR PROJECT X」新ボーカリスト候補を加えて再始動". 音楽ナタリー (in Japanese). Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "ボーイズ・グループ・オーディション"YOSHIKI SUPERSTAR PROJECT X"、ゲスト審査員としてHYDE、Gene Simmons（KISS）、Marty Friedmanら参加！10/2よりHuluにて独占配信決定！". 激ロックニュース (in Japanese). Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "「YOSHIKI SUPERSTAR PROJECT X」初の配信シングルをYOSHIの誕生日にリリース". 音楽ナタリー (in Japanese). Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "「YOSHIKI SUPERSTAR PROJECT X」初の配信シングルをYOSHIの誕生日にリリース". 音楽ナタリー (in Japanese). Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "Snow Man's Raul, &TEAM, YOSHIKI, XY, and More Appear at "36th Mynavi Tokyo Girls Collection 2023 SPRING/SUMMER"". NanteJapan. 2023-03-07. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "YOSHIKIとXY、亡きYOSHIさんへの想いを乗せて「Crazy Love」を初披露 『東京ガールズコレクション』でパフォーマンス（写真7点） | SPICE - エンタメ特化型情報メディア スパイス". SPICE（スパイス）｜エンタメ特化型情報メディア スパイス. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "XYがYOSHIKIの特別映像と共演、『Premium Music 2023』でデビュー曲披露". BARKS (in Japanese). 2023-03-23. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "YOSHIKIプロデュースのXY、「Crazy Love」でメジャーデビュー＆全世界配信". Real Sound｜リアルサウンド (in Japanese). 2023-06-19. Retrieved 2023-06-26.
- ^ "XY - new boy band produced by YOSHIKI - releases debut single "Crazy Love"". J-Generation. 2023-07-01. Retrieved 2023-07-12.
- ^ "XY joins YOSHIKI on stage at Japan Expo". www.japan-expo-paris.com. 2023-07-14. Retrieved 2023-07-17.