On March 3 and March 17, 2025, TBS will host the highly anticipated music special, CDTV Live! Live!, featuring some of the biggest names in the Japanese music industry. The broadcasts promise to deliver unforgettable live performances, including the premiere of new songs and fan favorites.
The March 3 episode will air from 19:00 to 21:00 and will showcase artists like INABA/SALAS, King & Prince, JUJU, and others. Notably, King & Prince will perform their romantic love songs, “HEART” and “SPOTLIGHT,” and the popular group Naniwa Danshi promises to wow the audience with their new upbeat single, “Doki it,” for the first time live.
INABA/SALAS, composed of legendary musician Koichi Ina-bah from B’z and the talented guitarist Stevie Salas, will take the stage with two powerful tracks, “EVERYWHERE” and “Burning Love.” The RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE will also present their hit song “Spider’s Thread” for the first time on television, alongside other spectacular performances from the evening.
The excitement doesn’t stop there. The particularly thrilling March 17 episode will bring together artists such as ISSA, WEST., SG, and Creepy Nuts, promising to make this night truly special. Each performing artist will present full versions of their songs, with the lineup featuring heavyweights like SixTONES, BABYMONSTER, ME:I, and Little Glee Monster.
Creepy Nuts will perform their new hit “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” and other tracks from their latest album, LEGION, marking their return to television with much-awaited performances. This event is particularly exciting as it will showcase exclusive songs like “doppelgänger,” which is expected to captivate fans with stunning visuals and impressive choreography.
ISSA, the iconic singer known for his heartfelt ballads, will deliver “PROMISE,” showcasing his incomparable vocal power. Meanwhile, SG, making their first appearance on CDTV Live! Live!, will perform their well-received graduation song “Bokura Mata (Brass Band Version),” appealing prominently to younger audiences and Z generation viewers.
Other highlights include WEST. who will reveal their new song “A.H.O.,” SixTONES performing their energetic track “Barrier,” and BABYMONSTER bringing their super hit “DRIP” live, which recently surpassed 200 million views on YouTube.
These special broadcasts not only serve as platforms for the artists' latest works, but they also deepen the connection between fans and musicians. These live performances are exclusive to TBS, ensuring audiences experience the thrill of real-time music creation.
The buzz around CDTV Live! Live! continues to grow on social media, making it clear this event is one fans cannot afford to miss. The compelling line-up promises two nights filled with music and excitement. TBS has confirmed this live program will be available for viewers to enjoy through their official YouTube channel, where limited behind-the-scenes content from the artist rehearsals will also be shared.
Whether viewers are die-hard fans or simply curious about the latest musical trends, the upcoming episodes of CDTV Live! Live! on TBS are set to be memorable nights full of surprise and unforgettable moments.