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By: Georgette Virgo
(Tokyo, Japan / November 14, 2024) HYDE, the renowned Japanese rock artist and the lead vocalist of L’Arc-en-Ciel and VAMPS, recently released his highly anticipated solo album, ‘HYDE [INSIDE].’ Released digitally on September 13, 2024, and with physical copies made available last October 16, this marks HYDE’s first original solo album in approximately five years since the success of his “ANTI” album in 2019.
The solo comeback album, four years in development, showcases HYDE’s remarkable versatility through collaborations with 14 acclaimed producers and musicians from across the globe. “It’s a deeply personal exploration of emotions and experiences, crafted with the help of some incredible talents from around the world,” HYDE explains.
The 13-track album includes diverse songs, from hard-hitting rock numbers to emotive ballads. Notable tracks include “PANDORA,” the theme song for Square Enix’s “Star Ocean 6 THE DIVINE FORCE,” and “LAST SONG,” a rock ballad accompanied by a music video filmed entirely in Austria.
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“Music has always been my way of connecting with people,” HYDE concludes. “With ‘HYDE [INSIDE],’ I’m inviting listeners to explore not just my music but also the emotions and experiences that have shaped it. I hope this album resonates with old and new fans and brings us closer together through shared experiences.”
Building on the album’s momentum, HYDE has embarked on an ambitious global tour that spans multiple continents. The “HYDE [INSIDE] LIVE 2024 WORLD TOUR” launched with remarkable performances at the Dongguan Strawberry Music Festival in China and the Busan International Rock Festival in South Korea. Recent stops in Taipei and Hong Kong have already garnered widespread acclaim.
The tour’s Asian leg continues with an intensive schedule across China, featuring shows in Shanghai (November 14-15), Chengdu (November 17), and Beijing (November 19), before concluding with a grand finale in Seoul, South Korea, on November 24.
HYDE will then bring his electrifying performances to North American audiences, with highly anticipated shows at Brooklyn Steel in New York City (November 27) and The Novo in Los Angeles (November 30). These performances mark HYDE’s first solo appearances in the United States since 2019, generating significant buzz among fans and industry insiders alike.
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You may visit HYDE’s website to learn more about ‘HYDE [INSIDE]’ and upcoming tour dates.
About HYDE
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Contact Details:
Contact person: Spike Sugiyama
Position: Export Marketing, Universal Music Japan
Website: https://www.universal-music.co.jp/
Contact email: spike.sugiyama@umusic.com
Published by: Annie P.
