Japanese boyband Da-iCE released their new album ‘MUSi-aM’ on Wednesday, October 2.
Da-iCE’s first new original album in a year and four months, its release coincides with the 10th anniversary of the group’s major-label debut. The album title is pronounced “museum”, and as the name suggests, the album pays homage to the group’s history up till now.
The album’s 16 songs include the hit ‘I wonder’, which has been played over 100 million times on streaming services, as well as anime series ‘FAIRY TAIL: 100 Years Quest’ opening theme song ‘Story’, YouTube channel Teikou Penguin opening song ‘A2Z’, TV Tokyo drama series ‘Hyena’ theme song ‘Nai Mono Nedari’, and even some new songs produced by the group members themselves.
▼ ‘MUSi-aM’ streaming and download links:
▼ Da-iCE / New album ‘MUSi-aM’ all songs teaser video:
Additionally, the music video teaser for the album’s lead track ‘TAKE IT BACK’ is also out now. The lyrics for this song were written by members Taiki Kudo and Sota Hanamura, with lyrics, composition and arrangement by STY. This aggressive dance tune squeezes 10 years of Da-iCE into one song. In the teaser, various video cuts change in quick succession, evoking a unique worldview, while the eye-catching footage of the group members makes for a teaser that builds anticipation for the full video when it is eventually released.
▼Da-iCE / ‘TAKE IT BACK’ music video teaser:
Da-iCE are currently on tour to mark the 10th anniversary of their major-label debut. On Sunday, October 6 – the final date of the Da-iCE 10th Anniversary Instore Event 2024 -MUSi-aM- tour – the group will hold a special event that includes a live performance at Makuhari Toyosuna Park in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture.
In addition, the group will hold an arena tour from November this year, creating an anniversary year where fans can experience the history of Da-iCE through performances at the Nippon Budokan, live concert halls, in-store venue and arenas. Keep an eye on the group as they continue to go from strength to strength!
Release information
■ New album ‘MUSi-aM’ released Wednesday, October 2
▼ Streaming and download links:
▼ Physical edition purchase links:
https://da-ice.lnk.to/1002MUSi-aM
▼ Album details:
https://da-ice.jp/news/detail.php?id=1117565
Deluxe edition with nameplate: Album + DVD 3-disc set / album + Blu-ray 3-disc set 22,000 yen (tax included)
Deluxe edition: Album + DVD 3-disc set / album + Blu-ray 3-disc set 20,000 yen (tax included)
Video edition: Album + DVD 2-disc set / album + Blu-ray 2-disc set 9,680 yen (tax included)
Standard edition: Album 3,900 yen (tax included)
Da-iCE profile
Da-iCE are a five-piece boyband with twin vocalists who boast an impressive four-octave singing range. The members are vocalists Yudai Ohno and Sota Hanamura, and performers Taiki Kudo, Toru Iwaoka and Hayate Wada.
Released in November 2020, their song ‘CITRUS’ became the first song by a Japanese male dance and vocal group to surpass 100 million streams, and won an award at the prestigious 63rd Japan Record Awards in 2021. Their song ‘Star Mine’, which was released soon after, became a huge hit thanks to its Reiwa Era-style festival vibe and wide-ranging appeal, and in 2024, the group celebrated the 10th anniversary of their major-label debut.
Next, their song ‘I wonder’ was released in April this year to massive success, with 900 million views on TikTok and over 100 million total streams, making it their third song to reach that milestone! Their latest album ‘MUSi-aM’ was released on October 2, 2024.
Da-iCE links
▼ Da-iCE official website: https://da-ice.jp
▼ Da-iCE official YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DaiCECH
▼ Da-iCE_STAFF official X (Twitter) account: https://twitter.com/Da_iCE_STAFF
▼ Da-iCE_STAFF official Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/da_ice_staff/
▼ Da-iCE_OFFICIAL TikTok account: https://www.tiktok.com/@da_ice_official