It has been announced that STUTS will release its new single, “99 Steps (feat. Kohjiya, Hana Hope)” on Wednesday, May 7th.
This song was used in the TV commercial for “Pocari Sweat” “You’re surely Someone’s Sun” and was a hot topic. The film features rapper Kohjiya, who has gained attention for winning ABEMA’s “RAPSTAR 2024” and appearing on “FIRST TAKE,” and Hana Hope, who just released his first major album, “Between The Stars,” in March this year, and STUTS himself will be responsible for producing, track making and mixing.
The melody and lyrics sung by Hana Hope are written by Kitasato Akihisa, a STUTS ally, with the mastering by Nicoras De Porcel, the cover art photo was performed by Mizutani Taro, and the three artist photos were performed by Kobayashi Mitsuhiro.
On Thursday, May 8th, 9:00pm, the event will be held at “99 Steps (feat. Kohjiya, Hana Hope)”.MV to be released for premiere. Maruyama Yudai, who has worked on many music videos for STUTS in the past, was the director.
It has also been announced that Kohjiya will be appearing as the fourth guest artist for STUTS’ first arena performance, “Odyssey,” to be held on Tuesday, September 23rd (national holiday). Tickets are currently accepting advance reservations.
[Release Information]
STUTS “99 Steps (feat.Kohjiya, Hana Hope)”
Release Date: 2025.05.07 (Wed.)
Label: Atik Sounds / SPACE SHOWER MUSIC
Tracklist:
1. 99 Steps (feat.Kohjiya, Hana Hope)
Written by Kohjiya, Akihisa Kitazato
Produced & Arranged by STUTS
Additional Strings by Anzu Suhara
Mixed by STUTS at AtikStudio
Mastered by Nicoras De Porcel
Vocal: Hana Hope
Rap: Kohjiya
[Event Information]
STUTS “Odyssey”
Date and Time: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 (Holiday) OPEN 15:30 / START 17:00
Venue: K-Arena Yokohama, Kanagawa
·ticket
Advance reservation (lottery/e+)~ Monday, May 12th, 23:59
