Travis Japan Release Sophomore Album 'VIISUAL' & High-Energy 'BO$$Y' Music Video
LISTEN TO ‘VIISUAL’ HERE
WATCH “BO$$Y” VIDEO HERE
Tokyo, Japan | December 4, 2024 - Today, global J-pop sensation Travis Japan released their highly anticipated sophomore album, VIIsual, via Universal Music Japan / Capitol Records. Along with the album, the group unleashed the vibrant and energetic music video for their single, "BO$$Y," packed with color, charisma, and all the electrifying moves expected from these rising stars.
The "BO$$Y" music video delivers a playful twist with an open casting call, as the band searches for Bosses to take on lead and supporting roles in an undisclosed upcoming release. Bursting with color and animated graphics, the video brings an extra layer of creativity to the mix. As always, the group's choreography takes center stage—sleek, synchronized, and mesmerizing—showcasing why Travis Japan is leading the charge in dance-pop. Their smooth, precise moves perfectly complement the song's upbeat, urban-driven vibe.
VIIsual is a bold album that encapsulates the unique synergy of Travis Japan's seven members. The title (pronounced “Visual”) reflects the band's fusion of their visual and musical talents, with the “VII” symbolizing the seven members who create a collective, extraordinary artistic vision. With 13 tracks, the album blends a myriad of influences and sonic textures as each member was tasked to produce their own song on the project. From high-energy pop anthems to emotionally charged ballads, VIIsual captures the essence of Travis Japan as a group.
The explosive new track "BO$$Y" is just one of the standout singles from VIIsual, which also includes previously released hits like "Crazy Crazy," "Fly Higher," "Sweetest Tune," and "T.G.I. Friday Night." These tracks have not only showcased Travis Japan's diverse sound and mesmerizing choreography but have also built serious momentum for the band. This energy culminated in their recent first world tour, which sold out all the U.S. dates and wrapped on October 16 at Sony Hall in New York City. Travis Japan will embark on a nationwide arena tour throughout Japan to support the album, performing 28 shows across 8 cities.
With their impeccable performances, captivating presence, and ever-growing international fanbase, Travis Japan is just getting started. VIIsual marks the next chapter in their journey, and with more exciting releases and electrifying performances on the horizon, this dynamic and ever-evolving group is ready to continue making waves worldwide. Stay tuned—there's much more to come from Travis Japan.
VIIsual Track List:
1.Crazy Crazy
2.Golden Girl
3. Sweetest Tune
4.Fly Higher
5.BO$$Y
6.Rush
7.Whiskey and Tonic
8.TGI Friday Night
9.HBD
10.Fireflies
11.Thrill
12.Staying with you
13.Underdogs
TRAVIS JAPAN TOUR
Jan 4 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Jan 5 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Jan 6 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Jan 7 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Feb 8 - Aichi - Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Hall A
Feb 9 - Aichi - Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Hall A
Mar 15 - Miyagi - Sekisui Heim Super Arena
Mar 16 - Miyagi - Sekisui Heim Super Arena
Mar 29 - Fukuoka - Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A
Mar 30 - Fukuoka - Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A
Apr 5 - Shizuoka - Ecopa Arena
Apr 6 - Shizuoka - Ecopa Arena
May 4 - Osaka - Osaka Castle Hall
May 5 - Osaka - Osaka Castle Hall
May 6 - Osaka - Osaka Castle Hall
May 31 - Hokkaido - Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena
Jun 1 - Hokkaido - Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena
Jun 7 - Chiba - Lala Arena Tokyo Bay
Jun 8 - Chiba - Lala Arena Tokyo Bay
ABOUT TRAVIS JAPAN:
Travis Japan is a formidable 7-member dance and performance pop group from Tokyo, named in honor 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”, symbolizes 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.
Highlights in the U.S.
★2022.03.27 WORLD OF DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES- 3rd Place in Orange County Team Division
★2022.06.11-06.12 ”Rising Japan MusicFest in LA”
★2022.07.01-07.04 Anime Expo 2022 “Los Angeles Convention Center” (Guest Act)
★2022.07.13 America's Got Talent Season 17
★2022.07.29-07.31 WORLD OF DANCE 2022
★2022.07.29 4th Place in USA Team Division / Best Costume Award
★2022.07.30 9th Place in World Team Division / Crowd Favorite Award
★2022.07.31 14th Place in WORLD FINAL / Crowd Favorite Award
★2022.09.07 America's Got Talent Season 17 Semi-finalist
★2024.01.22 America's Got Talent: Fantasy League
TRAVIS JAPAN ONLINE:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter
WATCH “BO$$Y” VIDEO HERE
Tokyo, Japan | December 4, 2024 - Today, global J-pop sensation Travis Japan released their highly anticipated sophomore album, VIIsual, via Universal Music Japan / Capitol Records. Along with the album, the group unleashed the vibrant and energetic music video for their single, "BO$$Y," packed with color, charisma, and all the electrifying moves expected from these rising stars.
The "BO$$Y" music video delivers a playful twist with an open casting call, as the band searches for Bosses to take on lead and supporting roles in an undisclosed upcoming release. Bursting with color and animated graphics, the video brings an extra layer of creativity to the mix. As always, the group's choreography takes center stage—sleek, synchronized, and mesmerizing—showcasing why Travis Japan is leading the charge in dance-pop. Their smooth, precise moves perfectly complement the song's upbeat, urban-driven vibe.
VIIsual is a bold album that encapsulates the unique synergy of Travis Japan's seven members. The title (pronounced “Visual”) reflects the band's fusion of their visual and musical talents, with the “VII” symbolizing the seven members who create a collective, extraordinary artistic vision. With 13 tracks, the album blends a myriad of influences and sonic textures as each member was tasked to produce their own song on the project. From high-energy pop anthems to emotionally charged ballads, VIIsual captures the essence of Travis Japan as a group.
The explosive new track "BO$$Y" is just one of the standout singles from VIIsual, which also includes previously released hits like "Crazy Crazy," "Fly Higher," "Sweetest Tune," and "T.G.I. Friday Night." These tracks have not only showcased Travis Japan's diverse sound and mesmerizing choreography but have also built serious momentum for the band. This energy culminated in their recent first world tour, which sold out all the U.S. dates and wrapped on October 16 at Sony Hall in New York City. Travis Japan will embark on a nationwide arena tour throughout Japan to support the album, performing 28 shows across 8 cities.
With their impeccable performances, captivating presence, and ever-growing international fanbase, Travis Japan is just getting started. VIIsual marks the next chapter in their journey, and with more exciting releases and electrifying performances on the horizon, this dynamic and ever-evolving group is ready to continue making waves worldwide. Stay tuned—there's much more to come from Travis Japan.
VIIsual Track List:
1.Crazy Crazy
2.Golden Girl
3. Sweetest Tune
4.Fly Higher
5.BO$$Y
6.Rush
7.Whiskey and Tonic
8.TGI Friday Night
9.HBD
10.Fireflies
11.Thrill
12.Staying with you
13.Underdogs
TRAVIS JAPAN TOUR
Jan 4 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Jan 5 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Jan 6 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Jan 7 - Kanagawa - Yokohama Arena
Feb 8 - Aichi - Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Hall A
Feb 9 - Aichi - Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Hall A
Mar 15 - Miyagi - Sekisui Heim Super Arena
Mar 16 - Miyagi - Sekisui Heim Super Arena
Mar 29 - Fukuoka - Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A
Mar 30 - Fukuoka - Marine Messe Fukuoka Hall A
Apr 5 - Shizuoka - Ecopa Arena
Apr 6 - Shizuoka - Ecopa Arena
May 4 - Osaka - Osaka Castle Hall
May 5 - Osaka - Osaka Castle Hall
May 6 - Osaka - Osaka Castle Hall
May 31 - Hokkaido - Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena
Jun 1 - Hokkaido - Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena
Jun 7 - Chiba - Lala Arena Tokyo Bay
Jun 8 - Chiba - Lala Arena Tokyo Bay
ABOUT TRAVIS JAPAN:
Travis Japan is a formidable 7-member dance and performance pop group from Tokyo, named in honor 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”, symbolizes 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.
Highlights in the U.S.
★2022.03.27 WORLD OF DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES- 3rd Place in Orange County Team Division
★2022.06.11-06.12 ”Rising Japan MusicFest in LA”
★2022.07.01-07.04 Anime Expo 2022 “Los Angeles Convention Center” (Guest Act)
★2022.07.13 America's Got Talent Season 17
★2022.07.29-07.31 WORLD OF DANCE 2022
★2022.07.29 4th Place in USA Team Division / Best Costume Award
★2022.07.30 9th Place in World Team Division / Crowd Favorite Award
★2022.07.31 14th Place in WORLD FINAL / Crowd Favorite Award
★2022.09.07 America's Got Talent Season 17 Semi-finalist
★2024.01.22 America's Got Talent: Fantasy League
TRAVIS JAPAN ONLINE:
Website | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter
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