J-pop sensation SixTONES is making waves again, this time with their presence on the cover of the new music magazine MG, released on January 27, 2025, by Tokyo News Service. The magazine’s launch coincides with the band’s latest album ‘GOLD’, which has garnered significant attention since its debut, and now features SixTONES members Kyomoto Taiga and Tanaka Juri showcasing both their style and musical prowess.
This special issue of MG offers fans much more than just attractive visuals. It includes an extensive long interview with Kyomoto and Tanaka, where they discuss their latest album and what it means to them as artists. Their deep insights reflect the dedication and hard work the group has put forth since their debut.
The volume includes discussions about SixTONES’ inaugural dome tour ‘YOUNG OLD’, which showcases the band’s strengths and the unique energy of their performances. With this tour, they are fulfilling unprecedented aspirations, promising to captivate fans across five major venues. Kyomoto and Tanaka lend their perspective on the dynamic between group members and how it translates onto the stage, which is recommended reading for any fan eager to understand their artistry on this scale.
Visually, the magazine doesn’t disappoint. Kyomoto and Tanaka appear stunningly styled in chic brown ensembles and monochrome knitwear, representing their close camaraderie and emotional expression through the imagery captured within the pages of MG. This “buddy feel” showcases not just their fashion sense but also their synergy as performers.
Beyond SixTONES, MG introduces other prominent artists, enriching its content with multiple viewpoints from the J-pop scene. A notable inclusion is the dialogue between Yamazaki Seiya from Kyuuso Neko Kami and Kawatani E-not from Gesu no Kiwami Otome, discussing the upcoming collaborative event ‘Gokuraku Nezumi Jodo’ scheduled for March 20 at Kobe World Memorial Hall. This special interview gives fans rare insights as two music leaders share their thoughts about the state of the industry and their artistic journeys.
MG also features exciting collaborations and unique appearances by artists like BLUE ENCOUNT, INI, and the newly introduced NuNew – whose presence marks the magazine’s initial coverage of the popular Thai artist. Aimi, contributing the theme songs for the new ‘Doraemon’ and ‘Oshiri Tantei’ movies, promises to keep readers intrigued with her artistic contributions showcased throughout the magazine.
The magazine isn’t limited to just interviews and artistic showcases. Live performance reports highlight significant events, such as SEVENTEEN and Snow Man’sdominance within the music scene, alongside detailed insights from the recent KinKi Kids concert at Tokyo Dome – ensuring fans receive comprehensive coverage of the J-pop sphere.
Fashion plays a considerable role as well, with each artist showcasing their personal styles. The MG content reflects the diverse expressions of individuality within the music community, like Tomohiro Kamiyama’s thematic exploration of fashion, reinforcing the idea of style as another medium of expression similar to music.
For those eager to obtain the magazine, it is available for purchase at bookstores and online retailers, with digital versions set to be distributed starting February 2025. Fans can eagerly await the opportunity to own this special feature filled with insights and aesthetics of Japan’s vibrant music scene, which remains pivotal as the industry continues to evolve.
The release of MG coincides marvelously with SixTONES’ tour, making it not just another magazine issue, but rather a celebration of their achievements and future endeavors—a compelling read for any follower of Japanese pop culture.
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