A storm is coming and Ae! group (Aぇǃgroup)is about the shake up the foundation of the J-ROCK music scene with thunder, lightning, and a torrent of sex appeal. 

As the flagship debut group from STARTO ENTERTAINMENT and the latest from talent/producer Tadayoshi Ohkura, they had a lot of pressure riding on their young shoulders, with many rooting for them to fail. But to be fair, these guys are anything but your typical boy band. For starters, they don’t just sing and dance – they’re also skilled instrumentalists who play a significant role in crafting their unique sound.

Their debut single 《A》BEGINNING sold out on most e-tailers in less than 24 hours and peaked at number one on the Oricon charts, with the momentum still going strong 16 weeks later! Now, they’re back with their sophomore single, Gotta Be, and it’s a game-changer. This group is cut from a different cloth, and their latest release is proof.

Another adrenaline-fueled rock anthem, the music video for Gotta Be perfectly captures the duality of the group. Soft black and white hues reveal their sensitive and dreamy side, while vibrant colors and intense lighting highlight their powerful vocals (I’m looking at you, Seiya!) and effortless sensuality.

A song about perseverance and defying the odds, Gotta Be is the perfect second chapter in the story Ae! group is writing with their musical journey. Their story is different from other groups signed to STARTO ENTERTAINMENT. They haven’t just faced the usual trials and tribulations that come with crafting a career – these guys have scaled Everest, and you can feel every single tear, bruise, and broken bones they’ve overcome.

They’re not the same bright-eyed, energetic boys I interviewed just over a year ago. They’re young men on the edge of greatness, and I am so F 🤘 C 🤘 ING proud of them.

A physical disc will drop October 09, 2024, available wherever Japanese CDs are sold – including CD JAPAN – featuring additional songs and behind-the-scenes video content across four separate formats.

More Ae! group soon so… 

Stay Tuned!