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| New Album, New Tour: Gen Hoshino Brings 'MAD HOPE' to Asia (Usen JP) |
It’s official – Gen Hoshino is hitting the road again, and this time he’s taking his soulful sounds across Asia for the summer. The beloved Japanese singer-songwriter has announced his 'Gen Hoshino presents MAD HOPE Asia Tour', with stops lined up in Taipei, Shanghai, and for the first time ever, Seoul!
Kicking things off on Saturday, 30 August at TICC in Taipei, the tour then heads to Olympic Park in Seoul on 13 September.
The Shanghai date is still under wraps, but fans can expect details soon.
This isn’t Hoshino’s first time performing in Taipei or Shanghai – both cities were part of his 2019 POP VIRUS World Tour.
But Seoul? That’s a whole new chapter.
Korean fans are already buzzing with excitement over the long-awaited debut.
And if that wasn’t enough to get your heart racing, he’s also dropping a brand-new album titled ‘Gen’ on 14 May, his first original album in nearly six and a half years.
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Adding extra sparkle to the release is a collab with none other than South Korean rap sensation Lee Youngji, who features on the album.
The tracklist includes the pre-released single “Star”, which has already stirred up quite the buzz online.
With ‘Gen’ on the way and ‘MAD HOPE’ on the horizon, Gen Hoshino is gearing up for a busy few months – and fans across Asia are in for a rare treat.
From mellow grooves to infectious dance beats (we haven’t forgotten Koi), he’s got a little something for everyone.
Whether you're a long-time listener or just discovering his music, this tour could be your perfect chance to see the multi-talented star do his thing live – music, performance, and all that quirky charm that makes Hoshino, well, Hoshino.
Stay tuned for Shanghai details and get ready for a summer filled with MAD HOPE!