Takanori Iwata's first solo restart single "Phone Number" will be released! New visual released

■”I’m making a solo comeback for the first time in half a year!” (Takanori Iwata)

Takanori Iwata, who is active with EXILE and Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS as well as a singer as a solo artist, has teamed up with Universal Music’s label Virgin Music and will release his first single “Phone Number” in February. It will be released on the 12th.

“Phone Number” is an adult love song with a soul/funk taste, and is a work that raises expectations for further possibilities in musicality and performance. In addition, a total of 3 songs are scheduled to be included, including the new song “Get Down” released on the arena tour “ARTLESS” and “MVP” which will be made into a long-awaited CD.

Furthermore, a new visual has been released, creating a world view with a chic atmosphere and a more mature taste. In the teaser video released on SNS, you can watch the intro of “Phone Number”.

The first single “Phone Number” is available in 6 formats and is filled with Takanori Iwata’s new charms. All CD formats (initial production) will include a flyer with a serial number for the application lottery, and details of the application lottery will be announced at a later date.

MATE exclusive: The fully made-to-order deluxe BOX edition includes an approximately 2-hour long documentary that follows behind the scenes of his first arena tour “ARTLESS”, which he conducted in 2024, from the project launch to the completion of all 12 performances. Comes with a 2-disc Blu-ray or DVD containing the tour’s final performance at Budokan, and a gorgeous 48-page photo book. It is completely made to order and reservations will be accepted until December 22nd.

Limited edition: The MV MAKING edition includes the MV for “Phone Number” and its making on DVD. Limited edition: The JACKET MAKING edition includes a DVD containing the making of the jacket photo shoot for this single. Limited edition: The PHOTO BOOK edition comes with a 24-page photo book.

In addition, a total of 25 types of trading cards featuring newly taken photos are randomly included according to format. MATE limited: Completely made-to-order deluxe BOX edition, first limited edition: MV MAKING edition, first limited edition: JACKET MAKING edition, first limited edition: PHOTO BOOK edition, regular edition (first press), 1 of each 5 types of trading cards for each version Seeds are randomly included.

In addition, store-specific purchase benefits are also planned. For details, please visit the official website.

■Takanori Iwata comment
I will be making a solo comeback for the first time in half a year!
We have decided to join forces with Universal Music’s Virgin Music to take on the challenge of new expressions.
First restart single
New song “Phone Number”
With a concept that pursues sex appeal
On a soul funk sound
I attacked the song with sexy lyrics that have a nostalgic feel to it.
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