Music Video for ‘Gold -Mata Au Hi Made’ to be Released on YouTube Today
TOKYO, JAPAN – 11 August 2023 – Ever since debuting on 28 July, Hikaru Utada's newest single “Gold -Mata Au Hi Made-” has soared to the top of digital music platforms both domestically and internationally. Amidst the buzz generated by the recently dropped teaser video, the highly anticipated music video for “Gold -Mata Au Hi Made-” is set to debut on YouTube today, 11 August, at 9:00 PM in Japan Time.
Filmed during this summer in Japan, it is the first attempt for Utada to shoot their music video in Japan and right in the middle of a metropolis. Directed by filmmaker Tomokazu Yamada, the music video unfolds against the backdrop of a nighttime cityscape illuminated by alluring neon lights.. This visual masterpiece immerses the audience even deeper into the captivating world of the track.
“Guided by Utada's music and performance, the shooting was wonderful – it was as if the entire team were meticulously searching for something important, much like on a treasure hunt,” said Tomokazu Yamada, Director. “What I hope is that there is a cherished doorway somewhere in our beloved everyday life.”
With this track serving as its theme song, the film “KINGDOM: The Flame of Destiny” continues to surge forward, drawing in audiences since its premiere on the same day as the single's release. Attracting an impressive 1.57 million viewers and accumulating over 2.27 billion yen in box-office earnings after only 10 days, the movie has secured the top spot in the weekly attendance ranking for two consecutive weeks.
To watch Hikaru Utada's newest music video, please visit https://youtu.be/u-8R5n54toE
Release Information
Hikaru Utada's latest single “Gold -Mata Au Hi Made-”
Released on 28 July 2023
https://erj.lnk.to/UtadaGold
About Hikaru Utada
Japanese singer-songwriter and producer Hikaru Utada stands as one of the most influential artists in the J-pop and global music scene. Since debuting on 9 December 1998, Utada achieved many remarkable milestones in their career. Their first single “Automatic/time will tell” sold over two million copies, propelling them to become one of Japan's top artists at the age of 15. Just months later, their debut full-length First Love shattered domestic CD sales figures, holding the record for best-selling album ever in the country today. Their 2001 album, Distance, further established their status as the 21st century's first Japanese superstar, breaking numerous records in the process.
Utada's creations boast a unique blend of pop, R&B, rock, and electronic music elements topped with a sense of innovation and timelessness. Beyond their mesmerising sound, Utada's songwriting is a hallmark of their career, crafting deeply introspective and emotionally charged lyrics that resonate with their audience on a profound level. Utada's ethereal vocals effortlessly convey vulnerability, strength, and rawness. Actively involved in music production, they maintain creative control over their artistic vision, including directing the whole recording process.
Throughout their career, Utada has received a plethora of awards and accolades, including multiple Japan Gold Disc Awards, Japan Record Awards, and recognition as the Best Asian Artist at the MTV Asia Awards.
Recently, Utada's artistry reached new heights with the release of eighth album BAD MODE, which garnered high praise both domestically and internationally. Multiple music outlets included it on their “best of 2022” lists, including prominent American outlet Pitchfork. In 2022, Utada made their festival debut at the globally recognized Coachella Festival in California, joining celebrated label 88rising as part of their exhilarating showcase. Additionally, Netflix debuted the series First Love, inspired by Utada's eponymous single, in late 2022. It achieved tremendous success in Japan and across Asia, even prompting their older songs to chart on streaming rankings.
With their exceptional talent, innovative sound, introspective lyrics, and emotional vocal registry, Utada continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of contemporary music, inspiring generations of global audiences. Their artistry remains a shining example of the power of art to push boundaries, break fresh ground and reach new milestones.
About “KINGDOM: The Flame of Destiny”
Plot:
War orphan Shin embarks on a journey with the Young King, Eisei, to unify China. Suddenly, a large enemy force led by Zhao starts to invade Qin. To solve this national crisis, Eisei assigns the great general Ohki to lead the battle as commander-in-chief. Shin is given the name Hishintai for his squad and a reckless special mission from Ohki. While Ohki's return to the battlefield leaves a mystery, the story reveals Eisei's formerly unknown past. Shin's destiny begins to move toward the dream he shared with his lost friend - to become a great general.
Release date: 28 July, 2023
Director: Shinsuke Satō
Writers: Tsutomu Kuroiwa & Yasuhisa Hara
Music: Yutaka Yamada
Cast:
Kento Yamazaki, Ryō Yoshizawa, Kanna Hashimoto, Nana Seino, Shinnosuke Mitsushima, Amane Okayama, Takahiro Miura, Anne, Yuki Yamada, Masahiro Takashima, Jun Kaname, Masaya Katō, Mitsuomi Takahashi, Yusuke Hirayama, Ainosuke Kataoka, Kōji Yamamoto, Masami Nagasawa, Hiroshi Tamaki, Koichi Sato, Takao Osawa
Based on: “KINGDOM” by Yasuhisa Hara (Serialized in Weekly Young Jump by SHUEISHA)
Credits: ©Yasuhisa Hara/SHUEISHA ©2023 “KINGDOM” Film Partners
Official website: http://kingdom-the-movie.jp
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/kingdomthemovie
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingdom_movie
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