Japan's Number_i Release New Six-Track EP ‘GOD_i’
UPCOMING PERFORMANCE AT HEAD IN THE CLOUDS SET FOR JUNE 1 AT THE ROSE BOWL IN PASADENA, CA
RECENTLY AWARDED GQ JAPAN’S ‘BEST MUSIC GROUP’ AT MEN OF THE YEAR 2024
“In a music industry that’s constantly evolving and packed with fierce competition, Number_i is quickly rising to the top as one of the most electrifying and innovative boy bands to emerge in recent years. Formed in October 2023, this powerhouse trio--composed of Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi–
came together for something fresh and dynamic: Number_i.” – TMRW
Japan’s music sensation Number_i releases their new EP, GOD_i today, May 19. The new collection of infectious tracks features the focus single “Frisco” alongside previous releases, Billboard Japan #1 “GOD_i” and “HIRAKEGOMA.”
Listen to Number_i’s GOD_i EP here: https://tobe-music.lnk.to/GOD_i_EP
View the “GOD_i” single video: https://youtu.be/a5RAx7qNaAE
In support of the new music, Number_i–who is Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji and Yuta Kishi--will arrive stateside for their first ever North American featured festival set at Head In The Clouds on Sunday, June 1, at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. Known for their genre-blending sound and high-energy performances, Number_i is set to bring their signature style to the festival’s stacked lineup. Tickets and more information are available at la.hitcfestival.com.
The EP’s title track debuted at #1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart earlier this year, further solidifying the group’s rapid rise in the global music scene. It was produced by group member Yuta Kishi, conveys a fierce message of “wishing to give the courage to take a step forward,” and features a compelling new sound for Number_i, with a melancholic top line and an addictive beat in the chorus.
“HIRAKEGOMA”--a new-style pop tune that combines catchy phrases with heavy, powerful beats which also appeared on the powerhouse trio’s 2024 debut album No.I–translates to “open the door” in Japanese. Other tracks showcase the versatility of each artist. “ロミジュリ”is a bass-filled classic funk jam while tracks ”i_Dog” and “Psycho” has Number_i coming back with a harder edge.
The release of GOD_i comes after the group was honored at GQ Japan’s Men Of The Year 2024, taking home the award for “Best Music Group.” Read more about Number_i “in their own words” (English translation) via Newsweek Japan’s cover story here: https://www.newsweek.com/number-i-japanese-boy-band-interview-1941741
Tracklist for GOD_i:
ロミジュリ
i_DOG
Frisco
Psycho
Number_i is Yuta Kishi, Yuta Jinguji and Sho Hirano. Credit: TOBE
About Number_i:
Number_i, a group consisting of Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi, carries a name that embodies the ideas of being “one of a kind,” “love,” and the desire to “walk together with those who support them.” They made their debut on January 1, 2024, with the digital release of their song “GOAT.”
On September 23, 2024 , they released their first full album, No.I, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Japan JP Albums chart and ranked #4 on Spotify’s TOP ALBUMS DEBUT GLOBAL chart.
On January 27, 2025 , they released a new digital single “GOD_i,” produced by Yuta Kishi. The song achieved remarkable success, topping the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100, ranking #3 on the U.S. iTunes Music Videos chart, and reaching #1 on the Hip-Hop chart.
On April 16, 2025, they collaborated with global artist Jackson Wang on the official remix of his latest single, releasing “GBAD (Number_i Remix),” which quickly generated widespread buzz.
Their highly anticipated EP, also titled GOD_i, featuring brand-new coupling tracks, was released May 19, 2025.
On June 1, 2025, Number_i is also scheduled to perform at the Head In The Clouds Festival in Los Angeles, marking a significant step in their global expansion.
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