XG's Debut Album Marks Boundary-Breaking New Era for J-Pop

Just last month, the rising J-pop group XG officially announced the release of their highly anticipated debut full-length album. The lead single, "GALA," is a powerful statement that signals the group's evolution into an entirely new creative phase. Neither built around the traditional J-pop structure nor modeled after the Western verse/chorus format, the track's innovative composition offers a glimpse into a fresh dimension of pop music.

In the 3 years since their debut, XG has soared to major milestones, including a massive world tour, a performance at the prestigious Coachella festival, and even taking the stage at Tokyo Dome. The group's previous single, "MILLION PLACES," served as a kind of closing credits piece, looking back on the tour and expressing gratitude to their fans. Now, the debut album marks XG's true starting line, as they embrace everything the team has built so far and step into the next chapter.

According to XG's executive producer JAKOPS (SIMON), the album-making process kicked into high gear after the Tokyo Dome show, with the group recording and writing songs daily for over a month. The result is a boundary-pushing work that aims to redefine the J-pop landscape, drawing inspiration from a diverse range of genres including electronic, rock, hip-hop, and more. As XG continues to push the boundaries of their craft, their unwavering dedication and professional growth have become the core of their captivating live performances.