■DAY 1 performance will feature a collaboration between ØMI and SKY-HI, and DAY 1 performance will also feature a collaboration between EXILE and FANTASTICS!
It has been announced that the music festival “BEAT AX Vol.4,” which featured global artists and was held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba on June 28th and 29th, will be streamed exclusively on Hulu.
The DAY 1 performance will be pseudo-live streamed from 7pm on August 2nd, and the DAY 2 performance will be pseudo-live streamed from 7pm on August 4th. Catch-up streaming will also be available after the pseudo-live stream ends.
“BEAT AX” is a large-scale music festival that started in December 2023 as a music celebration by global artists presented by Nippon Television.
“BEAT AX Vol.4” was held on the largest scale ever, and a total of 11 gorgeous artists gathered over two days. DAY 1 performance featured 7 groups: ATEEZ, BMSG POSSE, FANTASTICS, Genki Iwahashi, ME:I, ØMI, and xikers. DAY 2 performance featured 7 groups: ATEEZ, BOYNEXTDOOR, BUDDiiS, EXILE, FANTASTICS, ME:I, and ONEW.
In addition, the DVD also includes rare footage of the collaboration song “Purple Pill feat. SKY-HI” between ØMI and SKY-HI, which was performed for the first time that day, and ATEEZ and ME:I, who appeared on both days, performed different set lists on both days. At the DAY2 performance, FANTASTICS made a surprise appearance on the EXILE stage, entertaining fans.
Be sure to enjoy the live streaming footage that captures the excitement of the two days. Viewing tickets are on sale now on Hulu.
In addition, the official merchandise that was sold at the venue will also be available for purchase online from July 21. Check the event’s official website for details.
■Live Report
◇DAY 1
The first act on DAY 1 was ME:I, a girl group that just debuted in April this year. Although it was their first time on the Makuhari Messe stage, they were dressed in black-based outfits, and with their solid skills that they had won through auditions and their bright smiles, they performed five songs including their debut song “Click,” captivating the entire venue in an instant.
Next up was the 10-member boy group Xikers, who debuted in Korea in 2023 and successfully completed their first world tour. Ahead of their Japanese debut in August, they whipped the audience into a frenzy with their powerful performance.
After the two performances, when the excitement in the venue was reaching its peak, solo artist Genki Iwahashi appeared on stage in a gorgeous costume, looking refreshed. He performed a total of eight songs, including his new song “Hana, Attack”, captivating the audience.
Next up was FANTASTICS, who successfully completed their first solo arena tour this year. They performed eight songs, including “Breakline” from their latest mini-album. Their perfectly coordinated dancing and singing thrilled the audience.
The fifth act was ØMI, the vocalist of J SOUL BROTHERS III. He performed five songs with a cool performance and powerful singing voice. He also performed a collaboration with SKY-HI on “Purple Pill feat. SKY-HI”. The two’s intense back-and-forth overwhelmed the audience.
After ØMI’s performance, SKY-HI, who appeared in collaboration with the group, reappeared with BMSG POSSE, which was formed by himself and five other artists. They sang a total of nine songs, including the new song “MINNA BLING BLING,” and excited the audience with their powerful and energetic performance.
The final act on DAY1 was the rising popularity of the Korean 8-member boy band ATEEZ. When the members appeared, the venue was filled with loud cheers. They performed a total of 7 songs, including their new song “WORK” and the original Japanese song “NOT OKAY”, and concluded DAY1 with an overwhelming performance.
◇DAY 2
On DAY 2, ME:I, FANTASTICS, and ATEEZ appeared, following on from DAY 1. ME:I, who was the first act as on DAY 1, delivered an overwhelming performance just like the day before, engulfing the venue in a frenzy.
The second act to perform was ONEW, who, although this was their first time performing at a Japanese festival as solo artists, captivated the fans at the venue with their natural yet confident performance, something you would expect from legends who have been at the forefront of K-POP for over 15 years.
Next up was BOYNEXTDOOR, who just made their long-awaited Japanese debut this month. They performed their popular song “One and Only” as well as the title track “Earth, Wind & Fire (Japanese Ver.)” from their first Japanese single “AND,” ahead of its release. Don’t miss the MC, who talked about their thoughts on their Japanese debut.
BUDDiiS, who completed their first nationwide hall tour this year, participated in “BEAT AX” for the first time. The members appeared dressed in cool and stylish black outfits and started with the powerful song “HONEY”. They appealed to their overwhelming presence with their aggressive and sharp performance.
EXILE then performed six special songs, mixing new and old songs. They captivated the audience with their spectacular performance against the backdrop of a band set. In addition, FANTASTICS appeared on their signature song “Choo Choo TRAIN”, bringing the venue together with a total of 14 people performing the roll dance.
ATEEZ was the last act on DAY 2, just like the previous day. The overwhelming performance by the fourth generation of K-POP artists excited the fans who attended both days.
(C) “BEAT AX” Production Committee
Distribution information
Hulu『BEAT AX Vol.4』
Live streaming date and time
[DAY1]08/02 (Fri) 19:00 start
[DAY2]08/04 (Sun) 19:00 start
Missed broadcast date and time
[DAY1]08/02 (Fri) as soon as preparations are complete – 08/17 (Sat) 23:59
[DAY2]08/04 (Sun) as soon as preparations are complete – 08/18 (Sun) 23:59
Event official website
https://beatax.jp/vol4.html
Purchase official merchandise here
https://shop.ntv.co.jp/s/beatax/
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