TXT (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) is shining brighter than ever in Japan, topping the Oricon charts with their third Japanese studio album, ‘Starkissed.’ The group’s latest release has been receiving immense love from fans, adding to their growing list of achievements ahead of their massive five-city dome tour kicking off this November.
Released on Oct. 22, ‘Starkissed’ captures the image of boys gazing up at the stars with wonder and longing, reflecting TXT’s youthful courage and dreams that reach beyond the cosmos.
Coming about one year and four months after their previous Japanese single, this album includes a total of 12 tracks. Three new original Japanese songs, opening and closing tracks “Intro: SPARK” and “Outro: GLOW,” Japanese versions of “Beautiful Strangers” and “Song of the Stars,” three previously released Japanese versions, as well as the theme songs “Rise” for the anime BEYBLADE X and “Step by Step” for the program Mezamashi Doyobi.
“Can’t Stop”
The title song “Can’t Stop” carries the message: “I can’t help but call your beautiful name that calls and leads me.” It’s an electro-funk track that expresses the courage gained by calling out your name. Driven by powerful synths and captivating rhythms, the members’ strong but delicate vocals create TXT’s uniquely compelling sound.
Evolving the group’s long-standing theme of “Call My Name” since their debut, the phrase “I can’t stop calling your name” symbolizes their growth and completed narrative. It expresses the wish to awaken and save their world with the power that comes from calling out your name, like an explosion of supernatural strength.
“Where Do You Go?”
“Where Do You Go?” is a pop-rock song that combines refreshing band sounds with upbeat vocals. Beginning with a distinctive electric guitar and dreamy synth tones, the track builds into a resonant band sound toward the climax. Its warm and touching lyrics convey the message, “You are the true protagonist of this story.”
The song’s positive lyrics offer courage, hope and encouragement to people who find it difficult to stay optimistic, regardless of age. The music video also stars Japanese actor and model Kyoya Honda.
“SSS (Sending Secret Signals)”
This track was provided by HYDE, the vocalist of L’Arc-en-Ciel and an internationally active solo artist. Like a scene straight out of a spy movie, slipping through laser traps and exchanging secret signals of love while avoiding others’ eyes, the song paints an alluring and thrilling atmosphere. The heartbeat-like rhythm and daring yet delicate melody beautifully portray both sweetness and tension.
To commemorate the album’s launch, TXT hosted a local showcase in Japan where they delighted fans by revealing their upcoming fourth world tour, ACT: TOMORROW. The tour will see the group performing in five of Japan’s biggest dome venues.
Initially announced as six concerts across three cities between November and December, the tour later expanded due to high demand. Additional shows were added in Tokyo and Osaka, extending the schedule through February 2026.
Kicking off on Nov. 15-16 in Saitama, the dome tour will continue through Aichi on Dec. 6-7, Fukuoka on Dec. 27-28, Tokyo on Jan. 21-22, and Osaka on Feb. 7-8. TXT will hold ten concerts across five major cities, performing at renowned venues such as Belluna Dome, Vantelin Dome Nagoya, Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka, Tokyo Dome and Kyocera Dome Osaka. Living up to their reputation as stage storytellers, the group promises to deliver immersive performances filled with passion, narrative and unforgettable energy.
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