The group “THREE1989” (reading: three), which is made up of three members born in 1989, will release their first digital single of 2024, “Sweet Sweet feat. Asako Toki”, on May 1st.
This song is a THREE 1989-style Reiwa city pop duet song that reminds us of “Important One”, co-written with Queen of City Pop Asako Toki.
As for the production process, when THREE1989 heard Asako Toki’s “PINK” released in 2017, THREE1989 could not forget the shock that led to the offer, and vocalist Shohei wrote a letter to Asako Toki expressing his feelings, and this collaboration was made. It was realized.
Shohei and Asako Toki discussed the concept and lyrics many times, and created a song with the image of driving in mind.The THREE1989 members themselves composed and arranged the songs themselves, and Toki himself was involved in the production of some of the melodies, creating a new nostalgic song. THREE 1989 style city pop has been completed, with the harmonies of the two overlapping on the back track.
The jacket photo has also been released, and the intertwining of two tulip stems makes it seem like the two lived in the same world.
Regarding this song, vocalist Shohei said,
“THREE1989’s first release in 2024 is a duet song featuring Queen of City Pop Asako Toki!
We worked together on the concept and writing of the lyrics, and the result is a work that reminds everyone of the “important person” in their hearts.
I would be happy if the harmonies with Asako Toki overlap with the world of THREE1989, creating a song that gently gives off an unforgettable scent and leads the listener to their next encounter. ”
commented.
This song will be aired for the first time worldwide on April 28th (Sunday) on Osaka FM802’s “SUPERFINE SUNDAY”, which THREE1989 has been following since their debut with numerous guest appearances and song releases.
Keep an eye on THREE1989 in 2024, which begins with this release.
Title: Sweet Sweet feat. Asako Toki
Artist: THREE1989
Release date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Format: Streaming and download
FM802 “SUPERFINE SUNDAY”
Sunday, April 28th 7:00-12:00
DJ: Hiroaki Asai
https://funky802.com/superfine/
THREE1989 (reading: three)
Shohei (Vo)
Datch (DJ)
Shimo (Key)
A group consisting of three people born in 1989 AD.
Each of the three members writes and composes the song, and it mixes dance music with the sounds of the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s such as New Jack Swing, Funk, Disco, and R&B, creating a “New” that feels both modern and somewhat nostalgic. Features “Nostalgic” songs.
Shohei (Vo) has an overwhelming singing ability and beautiful voice, Datch (DJ) has a play style that goes beyond the framework of a DJ, making extensive use of scratches and samplers, and Shimo (Key) has a high level of performance ability that uses a variety of instruments to create live performances. conduct.
So far, he has held one-man live performances at the Rikkid Room scale and performed at numerous festivals in Japan, as well as performing in overseas countries such as Taiwan, South Korea, and Spain. He has also collaborated with numerous artists and is expanding his range of activities around the world, releasing collaborative songs with overseas artists such as Ink Waruntorn (THA), LINION (TWN), and Midas Hutch (NLD).
Official Website: https://www.three1989.tokyo
X (old Twitter): https://twitter.com/three1989tokyo
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/three1989tokyo/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIkLs54EggGG69B1oZ8Jk7A
Tik Tok：https://www.tiktok.com/@three1989tokyo?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Singer born in Tokyo in 1976.
Debuted in 1997 as the lead vocalist of Cymbals. After disbanding in 2004, he started his solo career, and 2024 will mark the 20th anniversary of his solo debut.
She has garnered attention for her songs such as the Uniqlo commercial song “How Beautiful” (2009), which she appeared in, and the Shiseido “Elixir Superieur” commercial song “Gift ~Anata wa Madonna~” (2011).
The latest album is “Twilight” released in November 2021. In addition, he is also active as a writer, writing lyrics for other artists such as V6, JUJU, SKE48 Team KII, Ken Miyake, and Penthouse.
He works as a “voice specialist”, including guest participation in commercial music and artist works, narration, and navigating TV and radio programs.
He is also active as a writer, writing essays and columns, including a series of columns that delve into the appeal of K-POP from various angles. are doing.
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, he will release the all-time best album “Peppermint Time ~20th Anniversary Best~” to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his solo debut.
Regular radio: JFN series, InterFM “TOKI CHIC RADIO” (22 stations net)http://www.jfn.jp/toki
Series: Ongaku Natalie “Adult Swamp ~K-POP that we are addicted to~”, free paper “MEG”
*Asako Toki official website: https://tokiasako.com
*Asako Toki YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgwptXIq_OjCfewpJRqcJBw
*Toki Asako http://twitter.com/tokiasako_staff
*Asako Toki Instagram
http://instagram.com/tokiasako/
https://www.instagram.com/tokiasako_staff
*Asako Toki TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@tokiasako_official
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