The highly anticipated TBS music program "CDTV Live! Live!" is ready to kick off the new year with its exciting premiere on January 20, 2025. Airing live from 7 PM, this episode promises to be spectacular, featuring electrifying performances by star-studded artists including the renowned group SixTONES, along with asmi, Omoinotake, Saucy Dog, FRUITS ZIPPER, 優里, and LIL LEAGUE from EXILE TRIBE.
This year's show will be notable as SixTONES makes their debut appearance at the festival segment, performing 11 impressive songs, including popular hits such as "Imitation Rain," "こっから," and "音色." Fans are eagerly anticipating this live rendition, as it marks the band's first major performance of 2025. "Imitation Rain, performed by SixTONES during the CDTV Live! Live! show, has been highly anticipated by fans," reported TBS News.
Each artist will showcase their music for the first time on national television, creating yet another highlight for music lovers. asmi, known for her emotional connection to her audience, will perform "大きな玉ねぎの下で" for the first time ever on television. "We are excited to perform our new songs for everyone; it's going to be unforgettable!" she expressed enthusiastically before the performance.
Omoinotake will share their catchy new song "アイオライト," written for a candy commercial, as well as Saucy Dog with their full-sized rendition of the fresh theme song “よくできました” for the popular information variety show, "王様のブランチ." FRUITS ZIPPER is also set to lift the audience's spirits with their cheerful track, “超めでたいソング 〜こんなに幸せでいいのかな？〜” which perfectly aligns with the new year celebrations.
LIL LEAGUE from EXILE TRIBE is ready to make a splash as they join the "踊ってみた" segment, dancing to Ado's "新時代" as part of their choreography submission. This unique positioning offers viewers not just performances to listen to but visual spectacles to behold.
Adding to the excitement of the evening, CDTV will also reveal the first original weekly rankings of 2025, allowing music enthusiasts to gauge which songs have received the most attention as the new year progresses. "This first broadcast gives us insight on the upcoming hits for the year," stated one of the show's producers on the new rankings being revealed.
The glowing atmosphere centering on collaboration and musical talent will provide uplifting entertainment to start the year on the right foot. Viewers can expect not just performances, but also the anticipation of new trends within the J-Pop scene, showcasing the creative talents of each featured artist.
With various exclusive clips already streaming on CDTV's official YouTube channel, fans are encouraged to stay connected to anticipate their favorite performances. Tuning in to this year's first CDTV Live! Live! promises to be the ultimate chance to experience the magic of live music together.
Overall, this special event on January 20 is not only going to be an exciting showcase but also sets the pace for the music trends of the year. The show's talented lineup emphasizes the diversity within Japan’s music scene, and the opportunity for audiences to witness their favorite artists live is something not to be missed!
The stage is set, the artists are ready, and the magic of live music beckons all music lovers—be sure to catch the thrilling performances on TBS's CDTV Live! Live! on January 20, 2025!