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“INTO THE BLUE” Featured in Citizen Watch Commercials
News The band has announced that their new song “INTO THE BLUE” will serve as the theme song for the Citizen Watch commercials featuring the limited “UNITE with BLUE” collection. The commercials start airing today with the watch collection going on sale on June 5. Check it out below!
New Song “Osorurunakare hai wa hai ni” To Be Theme Song to TBS Drama “IGNITE -hou no muhoumono-“
News For the first time in 8 years, B’z is supplying a theme song to a TBS drama. The song is titled “Osorurunakare hai wa hai ni” (“Be ye not afraid, for ashes to ashes”) and will start airing with the drama on TBS every Friday at 10PM from April 18, 2025 onwards.
B’z comments on the song as follows:
“The theme song “Be ye not afraid, for ashes to ashes” for “Ignite” is one of the heaviest songs B’z has written in a long time.
We hope you can feel the explosive power of a human being when he or she truly thinks “I want to be the person you need me to be”.
We are excited to see how this song will resonate with the drama and are also looking forward to performing it live.”
B’z to Provide Theme Song “The IIIRD Eye” to Upcoming Lupin III Movie
News The band has announced that they are going to supply the theme song “The IIIRD Eye” to the upcoming Lupin III movie titled “LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE fujimi no ketsuzoku” (immortal bloodline). The movie will release in Japanese theatres on June 27, 2025. At the same time a teaser trailer featuring the song was posted to YouTube. Check it out below!
Tak comments on the occasion as follows:
“I am honored and very happy to be in charge of the music for Lupin III, which I have watched since I was a child. I started working on the music as soon as I received the offer.
When I received the offer, the keyword “JAZZY” came to mind first.
The mixture of B’z rock, jazz and a fabulous horn section made for an interesting piece.
I have enjoyed watching Lupin III every week since the first TV anime aired in 1971.
It was a mature work that was different from other animations of the time with its gory action plus Fujiko Mine’s sexiness.
My favorite characters are Lupin, Dougo, Goemon, Inspector Zenigata, everyone is my favorite. But I think Fujiko Mine is really my favorite. The ending song, “Walther P38,” makes me feel the melancholy and it’s still cool even now.”
Koshi comments on the song as follows:
“The “tension” of “LUPIN THE lllRD”, which has become even cooler, was consciously incorporated into “The lllRD Eye” as we created this work, which is about endless desire and a kind of nobility that is not consumed by it.
Please enjoy the eye-popping images and story.”
B’z New Digital Single “Muchi” Releasing Jan 16
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Get ready to ignite your playlists with some new electrifying sound by B’z, as the legendary Japanese rock duo is all set to release their latest digital single “Muchi” on January 16, 2025. The track will be available for streaming on major platforms Spotify and Apple Music, making it easily accessible to fans worldwide.
The song serves as the theme song to the airing drama “INFORMA -yami wo ikiru kemono tachi”, which is streaming on ABEMA.
B’z Unleashes Excitement with “FMP” for Asahi Super Dry Campaign
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The legendary Japanese rock duo B’z has once again captured our attention with their latest song, “FMP” (“Follow My Passion”?), a fiery anthem that serves as the musical centerpiece for the new Asahi Super Dry campaign. Known for their electrifying sound and dynamic performances, B’z continues to push musical boundaries while perfectly aligning their energy with the spirit of one of Japan’s most iconic beer brands.
As part of their campaign, B’z’s “FMP” will be featured in a series of commercials, which start airing from January 1st, 2025. Below you can already check out the two commercials (15s and 30s version) that will be airing throughout Japan.
So grab an Asahi Super Dry, turn up the volume, and let B’z transport you to a world where every moment is worth celebrating. Cheers to new beginnings and the unforgettable soundtrack that accompanies them!
B’z Release Digital Single “Illumination” and Tease New Song “Muchi”
News The band has released a new digital single on October 7. It is called “Illumination” which serves as the theme song for the NHK TV series “omusubi”. A full no-credits version of the opening was posted to YouTube. The full version of the song can be found on your favorite music streaming service such as Apple Music or Spotify.
Additionally, B’z have announced that their new song “Muchi” (Whip) will serve as the theme song to the upcoming series “INFORMA -yami wo ikiru kemono tachi”, which will be streamed on ABEMA. A trailer was released today, which features a part of the song. You can also check it out on YouTube.
Looks like B’z is gearing up for a new album release next year! Stay tuned for more news.