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NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen Highlights: Akina, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Surprises with Nagase

The artists for the anniversary are jam-packed! Which group will be the staen? Will any big names from overseas appear?

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Resurrection Groups and Overseas Surprise Groups

Every year, the resurrection of inactive artists is a topic of great interest.

Akina Nakamori (59) is expected to appear in Kohaku this year after a 14-year hiatus, and she held a revival event in July. Since she has only just returned, it will probably be a recorded appearance, but it is the centerpiece of a surprise slot. Kiyoshi Hikawa (47), who is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut, is the most likely candidate for a live appearance,” said a source from a major entertainment agency.

A source from a major entertainment agency said, “A big-name band is considered a strong contender for the overseas surprise group.

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are celebrating their 40th anniversary. They have performed in Japan two years in a row since last year and are expected to participate. Also, Hikaru Utada (41) celebrated the 25th anniversary of her debut this year and had many activities in Japan, including a commemorative live performance. Considering that she has performed live from the Metropolitan Studios in England in the past, she will probably perform live from London, where she is based.

Let’s hope for a surprise that will take our hearts by surprise.

Akina Nakamori (59) resumed her music career in earnest after a 14-year break. She sang 11 songs in front of her fans, who had been waiting two years for her to resume her career.
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Kiyoshi Hikawa, 47, resumed his activities this summer after a year and eight months. He is scheduled to tour four cities until the end of January next year to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his debut.
Red Hot Chili Peppers ’23 has been performing in Japan for two consecutive years since 2011, and expectations are high for a surprise appearance to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut.
Hikaru Utada (41) In ’16, she performed the theme song for the morning drama “Toto-chan” live from London’s Metropolitan Studios.

From the November 15, 2024 issue of FRIDAY

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