Hikaru GENJI Songs Head to Streaming Starting August 19
The rollout marks the first time Hikaru GENJI's catalog becomes widely available on streaming, timed to their 40th anniversary and a period of renewed interest in Showa and Heisei era music.
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Hikaru GENJI's music will hit streaming and download services starting August 19, 2026, exactly 39 years after their debut. The final album 'See You Again' launches first, with all works rolling out sequentially until August 19, 2027, the group's 40th anniversary.
The rollout begins with 'See You Again,' the group's final album, which includes the original album, solo tracks and rearranged single versions, and a best-of selected by the members. Subsequent releases will follow the original release dates of each work through August 19, 2027.
Hikaru GENJI debuted in 1987 under Johnny & Associates and became known for performing on roller skates. Their hits included 'Garasu no Juudai,' 'Paradise Ginga,' and 'Diamond Hurricane,' which topped Oricon's annual single chart in 1988. The group disbanded in 1995 after two members left.
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