Universal Music LLC (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Takashi Fujikura / Universal Music) will release timelesz’s 27th single “because” on Wednesday, November 20th. It will be released on.
timelesz has been attracting a lot of attention with their new member audition “timelesz project –AUDITION-” which began streaming on Netflix in September.
This work is the 27th single released under the name timelesz, and will be released in 4 formats: first limited edition A, first limited edition B, regular edition, and UNIVERSAL MUSIC STORE limited edition. This work was created by sharing ideas with all members. Based on what the three of us discussed, Fuma Kikuchi wrote the lyrics, Satoshi Matsushima devised the choreography, and Masaru Sato was involved in the production of the music video, making this the first and last single by the three-member group that was created with more heart than ever before. .
The title song “Because” was also used as the theme song for TV Asahi’s Osidora Saturday’s “Why We Love You”, in which Kikuchi stars, a character in the drama who is timid about taking a new step in love. It is a love song with a sad yet gentle melody that describes the world view that is close to the hearts of the girls, as well as the lyrics that express gratitude and feelings for the fans and those who support them. In addition to songs common to all forms, the coupling includes songs specific to each form. In addition to music videos and making-of videos, the bonus footage also includes solo versions of each member’s music videos and the usual variety show.
The UNIVERSAL MUSIC STORE limited edition is an LP-sized product following the previous work “puzzle”, and the bonus video includes a LIVE digest video of the first day performance of the first national tour under the name timelesz, which was completed in August of this year. There are three major benefits for pre-ordering three types at the same time, and the first is the right to apply for timelesz’s first face-to-face fan meeting. This will be the first face-to-face fan meeting in about seven years, since it was held in 2017 after the release of “Sexy Zone 5th Anniversary Best”, and a total of 2,000 people will be invited to three rounds of lottery. All those who apply, even those who are unable to attend in person, will be able to view the archived footage that will be distributed. The second is the streaming video “’Because” Production Documentary – Our Reason”, which follows the thoughts of the three members as they brainstormed ideas and produced ‘because’. As a third gift, we will give away a set of 4 Polaroid-style trading cards with a message.
timelesz「because」(YouTube Ver.)
timelesz “because” digest video
timelesz「because」MV Reaction
timelesz 27th SINGLE “because”
Released on Wednesday, November 20th
■CD
M1. because
M2. HOMIES
M3.Step out
M4. Step out -Inst-
■DVD
・“because” Music Video
・“because” Music Video (Sato Katsushi ver.)
・“because” Music Video (Fuma Kikuchi ver.)
・“because” Music Video (Satoshi Matsushima ver.)
*Each member version is director’s cut size (2”27 each)
・Making of “because” (about 40 minutes)
■Included bonus: ・Polaroid-style trading card photo shoot ver. (1 randomly included of 3 solo types + 1 group type)
*Design using photos taken by members of each other *Different design from other formats
・Playlist card with serial code
■CD
M1. because
M2. HOMIES
M3. KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK
M4. KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK -Inst-
■DVD (approx. 35 minutes)
・“There are two Satoshis! ? Find the real Matsushima with the bonds of three people! ”
■Included bonus: ・Polaroid style trading card because ver. (1 randomly included out of 3 solo types + 1 group type)
*Design using photos taken by a photographer *Different design from other formats
・Playlist card with serial code
*First press specification: Picture label
■CD
M1. because
M2. HOMIES
M3. snow wonderland
M4.Birthday
M5. because -Inst-
M6. HOMIES -Inst-
M7. snow wonderland -Inst-
M8. Birthday -Inst-
■Included bonus: 20P lyrics booklet
・Polaroid-style trading card selfie ver. (1 randomly included from 3 solo types + 1 group type)
*Design using members’ self-portraits *Different design from other formats
・Playlist card with serial code
*LP size paper jacket specifications
Reservation deadline for made-to-order products is 23:59 on Tuesday, October 15th.
■CD
M1. because
M2. HOMIES
■DVD (approx. 39 minutes)
・”We’re timelesz LIVE TOUR 2024 episode0″
(Hokkaido) Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena Opening Day Performance LIVE Digest
*This performance will not be included in the live video work scheduled to be released at a later date.
RUN/Yuugi of Life/Sleepless/IF YOU WANNA DANCE/puzzle/MC/Summer Ride/Honne to Tatemae/Anthem/Selfish Love/dilemma/VIVID SUMMER DAYS
[Included bonus]・Polaroid-style trading card minutez ver. (1 randomly included of 3 solo types + 1 set type)
*Design using photos taken by staff *Different design from other formats
・LP size 20P lyrics booklet/・“because” original LP stand/Playlist card with serial code
★Bonus for pre-ordering 3 types at the same time:
❶[Lottery benefit]Right to apply for timelesz “because” release commemorative fan meeting (face-to-face event)
❷[Bonus for everyone]Streaming viewing of “because” production documentary ~Our reason~
❸[All benefits]Polaroid-style trading card message ver. 4 types set (3 solo types + 1 group type)
For each set of 3 types (First Limited Edition A, First Limited Edition B, and Regular Edition) purchased at the same time, you will receive one Polaroid-style trading card set and one serial code for benefit application! One serial code can be used for both[All Benefits]and[Lottery Benefits]. Please register the serial code on the dedicated site within the period and use it.[All benefits]can be viewed by everyone who has a serial code. In addition, the[Lottery Benefit]will be drawn from among those who applied, and details will be provided to those who have been selected.
[Lottery bonus]Release commemorative fan meeting will be held!
Timelesz’s first face-to-face release commemorative fan meeting has been decided! A total of 2,000 people will be invited by lottery from among those who applied. Please register your serial code on the dedicated website and apply within the period.
Location: Somewhere in Tokyo *Winners will be informed.
Date and time: December 14th (Sat) ①12:00②15:00③18:00
(Application period)
November 19, 2024 (Tuesday) 10:00 to November 24, 2024 (Sunday) 23:59
(About archive distribution)
https://www.universal-music.co.jp/timelesz/news/2024-10-22/
[Bonus for everyone]“Because” production documentary ~Our reason~
This is a work in which all three members took part in the creation of the work, each taking a role. This is a documentary film that follows the behind-the-scenes reasons and behind-the-scenes thoughts behind the creation of “because” by the three of them.
(Viewing period)
November 19, 2024 (Tuesday) 10:00 to December 29, 2024 (Sunday) 23:59
[All benefits]Polaroid-style trading card message ver. 4-sheet set, 3 solo types + 1 group type
The design uses a photo taken by a photographer.
Comes with member’s handwritten message and signature (print) on the back
*Image different from the first A/B regular edition /UNIVERSAL MUSIC STORE inclusion
■TV Asahi Osidora Saturday “The Reason We Fall in Love”
24 TV Asahi stations[Every Saturday]11:00-11:30
■Netflix “timelesz project -AUDITION-”
Worldwide distribution starts on Netflix on September 13th!
Ranked #1 on TV in Japan in the Netflix weekly ranking from September 9th to 15th!
We will broadcast the audition every other week!
Behind the scenes of the audition is also available on YouTube!
Don’t miss it! !
timelesz timeless
The members are Masaru Sato, Fuma Kikuchi, and Satoshi Matsushima.
On November 16, 2011, she debuted as Sexy Zone with the single “Sexy Zone”, which reached number 1 on the Oricon weekly rankings. Since then, they have released 26 singles and 11 albums (including best/anniversary albums), all of which topped the Oricon weekly rankings.
On June 19, 2024, the 1st EP “timelesz” will be released as the first release of timelesz. Recorded number 1 on the Oricon weekly rankings.
From April 1, 2024, the name will be changed to timelesz and the current system will be adopted. He is active in various fields such as dramas, variety shows, commercials, and stage plays. We are currently holding auditions for new members as part of the timelesz project.
The event is being distributed worldwide on Netflix as[timelesz project -AUDITION-]!
anan is currently serializing a short-term intensive project “timelesz project -AUDITION DOCUMENTARY”.