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J-Pop Idols Travis Japan Release Dual Singles "Crazy Crazy" and "Fly Higher"

Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | 22nd October 2024

Following the conclusion of their sold-out World Tour, which wrapped October 16 at Sony Hall in New York City, global J-pop sensations Travis Japan are thrilled to announce the release of their dual singles, "Crazy Crazy" and "Fly Higher." Both tracks will appear on their highly anticipated debut album VIIsual, set to release on December 4 via Capitol Records / Universal Music Japan.

"Crazy Crazy" takes centre stage as a fun and upbeat pop track infused with surf-rock vibes. The song's infectious chorus is sure to get fans singing along, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. The accompanying music video transports the group into a vibrant school setting where they engage in a high-energy dance-off with villains, showcasing the band's impeccable choreography and playful spirit.

In contrast, "Fly Higher" is a motivational anthem that highlights the smooth, cascading vocals of each member over powerful, uplifting production. The track serves as the opening theme for the popular anime Tasuketsu: Fate of the Majority, available on Crunchyroll in the U.S. and globally on Netflix. Additionally, Travis Japan's Noel Kawashima makes his voice-acting debut in the anime as Kai Kasai, a key character in the series.

Their upcoming album, VIIsual (pronounced “Visual”), embodies the essence of Travis Japan’s distinct chemistry and seven unique personalities, blending their individual talents into one extraordinary musical vision. The “VII” in the title represents the group’s seven members, whose synergy lies at the heart of the record.

VIIsual will feature 13 dynamic tracks, including the band’s recent hit “Sweetest Tune,” the theme song for the TV Asahi drama Tokyo Tower starring member Genta Matsuda. The album will also include the emotional ballad “Staying with You,” which appears in the upcoming film Yano-kun no Futsuu no Hibi, starring member Kaito “Umi” Nakamura, set to premiere on November 15.

With their dual single drop and the December release of VIIsual, Travis Japan is set to electrify global audiences, redefining the boundaries of pop with their unmatched energy and artistry. Keep your eyes on them—they’re just getting started.

About Travis Japan

Travis Japan is a formidable 7-member dance and performance pop group from Tokyo, named in honour of award-winning American choreographer Travis Payne (Michael Jackson’s This is It, Lady Gaga’s The Monster Ball Tour, etc.), who helped audition them in 2012. Their performance style is a captivating mix of modern, jazz, and hip hop.

In their native country, Travis Japan has headlined numerous performances including their annual Japanesque stage show TORA JA -NINJAPAN-. The group has sold out 3 consecutive shows in the fall of 2020 at the 17,000 capacity Yokohama Arena, before going on to host their 12-city IMAGE NATION national tour in the spring and summer of 2021.

The group has drawn acclaim for its captivating, syncopated dance moves and catchy pop music stylings, and in March of 2022 headed to Los Angeles. Their journey from "World of Dance" to "America's Got Talent", combined with their superb skills as performers, caught the attention of Capitol Records and UMG, and the decision was made to sign and release their music globally. Highly anticipated debut single “JUST DANCE!” surpassed 10 million video views and launched at No.5 on Billboard Global chart (excluding US), which made the group the first Japanese act to break into the top five with a debut single since the chart’s inception.

Roughly one year after signing with Capitol Records, Travis Japan brought their debut album to the world. The album, “Road To A,” symbolises Travis Japan’s pursuit of the essence of entertainment and fully encapsulates everything about Travis Japan as they prove to the world that they are authentic to who they are. The “A” within the album title is an abbreviation, as the “A” stands for authenticity.

Their first 2 songs released in 2024 “T.G.I. Friday Night” and “Sweetest Tune” both ranked at No.1 on “Billboard Japan “Download Songs” and No. 2 on “Billboard Japan HOT 100”.

For the top of the 2024 year, Travis Japan went on the road for their nationwide arena tour, “Travis Japan Concert Tour 2024 Road to Authenticity,” to support the debut album. Starting from September 2024, they will be on the road again for their first and sold-out world tour visiting 6 cities “Travis Japan World Tour 2024 Road to A.” With the immense success happening in addition to the exciting year to come, Travis Japan cements themselves as an international group with no intention of slowing down.