Back
&TEAM appears on 'TOKYO MIDNIGHT MUSIC' to discuss their dance synchronization and debut achievements, including a new EP release.

&TEAM appears on 'TOKYO MIDNIGHT MUSIC' to discuss their dance synchronization and debut achievements, including a new EP release.

April/21/2026 12:00

Related Groups & Members

Tonight at 24:24, on the music program 'Night Sound -TOKYO MIDNIGHT MUSIC-', hosted by Fuma Kikuchi of timelesz and Mei Hata, &TEAM will appear. Last year, they achieved a million-hit as the first domestic artist in both Japan and South Korea. Entering their fourth year since debut, &TEAM is gaining momentum. Why does their ultimate synchronized dance come to be? We delve into &TEAM's commitment and passion for dance as they aim for the world. &TEAM was born from the audition program '&AUDITION -The Howling-' which had Bang Si-hyuk, the creator of BTS, as a special advisor. Their debut EP's title track 'Under the Skin' made a brilliant debut, charting in 42 countries and regions, and last year they finally debuted in Korea. Among the competitive dance vocal group scene, they shine with their signature 'synchronized dance'. Just how amazing is it? We interview Masaya Kimura from the boys' group INI, who debuted around the same time, about the difficulty of synchronization. Additionally, we interview Seka from FANTASTICS and the dance performance group s**t kingz, who have won at dance world championships, to discuss &TEAM's impressive skills that go beyond technique. During a studio talk with all members present, FUMA of &TEAM greets Kikuchi with 'It's been a while'. When the surprising connection of 'Double Fuma' is revealed, Hata and the other members, who knew nothing about it, are shocked, exclaiming 'What!? Amazing!'. As the studio fills with astonished voices, the talk shifts to synchronized dance. Kikuchi laughs, saying, 'The synchronization rate is amazing. We (timelesz) had three members before, but we couldn't synchronize even with three.' How does &TEAM's synchronization come to be? The eldest member K reveals, 'I think there are many talented dancers around the world, but when nine people synchronize, it might be stronger than one person's power. Everyone believes in that power. If every cut can be a beautiful picture with all nine, then good works are born for us.' Furthermore, they share their incredible efforts and struggles to achieve high-quality synchronization, including the painstaking practice and the story behind re-recording their new song due to their obsession with quality. Their third single 'Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)', released last April, gained attention for its synchronized dance performed blindfolded by all members. Kikuchi directly asks, 'Wasn't it scary to be blindfolded?'. When he asks all members to raise their hands if they disliked being blindfolded, the unexpected result causes laughter in the studio! They also share secret episodes with their seniors BTS. Reflecting on the intense practice during their debut, K recalls, 'We did the same thing from morning till night. It was really driving us crazy. But at that timing, BTS seniors happened to be there...' Kikuchi empathizes, saying, 'They give us energy and courage.' Their latest third EP 'We on Fire', released today on the 21st, challenges even higher levels of synchronization despite the increasing individual activities making it hard to practice together. They express their thoughts on the new song, positioning it as a culmination of their fourth year since debut, saying, 'We wanted to do this as nine.' At the end of the talk, Kikuchi asks, 'Can I ask one thing? Are you still living together?' delving into the private lives of the nine members, revealing their daily lives and even their quarrels, exposing their relationships that fans are curious about. The highlight of the studio live will feature the blindfolded dance from 'Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)' and their latest song 'We on Fire'. Especially 'We on Fire' is filmed with only eight fixed-angle cameras, making every cut look like a beautiful picture. The choreography, perfectly synchronized even in passion, is a must-see. The charm of &TEAM, aiming for the world, will be fully revealed in 'Night Sound -TOKYO MIDNIGHT MUSIC-', airing tonight at 24:24. Program Overview: 'Night Sound -TOKYO MIDNIGHT MUSIC-' Broadcast Date: April 21, 2026 (Tuesday) 24:24-24:54 Featured Artist: &TEAM MC: Fuma Kikuchi (timelesz), Mei Hata Narration: CRAZY COCO Related Links: Official Site of 'Night Sound -TOKYO MIDNIGHT MUSIC-'.

Related Articles

Atmoscon 2026 will be held in Shinjuku on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, featuring sneaker awards, live music, runway shows, and brand booths.

Atmos will host Atmoscon 2026, a major urban culture festival blending sneakers, music, fashion, and art, at Shinjuku Sumitomo Building on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2026. The event will include sneaker awards, live performances, runway shows, brand booths, and food areas.

1 day ago
AAA 2026 has announced its full lineup, including MCs Tzuyu, Sung Han-bin, Wonyoung, and Ji Chang-wook, plus many actors and singers.

The Asia Artist Awards 2026, to be held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan on December 5-6, has revealed its full two-day artist lineup. Day 1 MCs are TWICE’s Tzuyu and ZEROBASEONE’s Sung Han-bin, while Day 2 MCs are IVE’s Wonyoung and actor Ji Chang-wook. The event features a wide range of actors and singers from Korea and abroad.

2 days ago
The live-action film Wandance, starring JO and others, opens nationwide on Nov. 27, 2026. A new poster and movie tickets go on sale Sept. 18.

The live-action adaptation of Wandance, the manga by Coffee, will be released nationwide on Nov. 27, 2026. JO of &TEAM stars as Kabo, with Anji Ikehata, Kira Yamaguchi, RAN, TSUKKI, and Aloha Takamatsu also cast. A new poster has been revealed, and movie tickets go on sale Sept. 18.

2 days ago
&TEAM is rapidly growing in North America, driven by Korean debut success, a Billboard 200 No. 52 entry, and strong U.S. live promotions.

&TEAM is expanding its fanbase in North America without a U.S. debut or tour. Korean debut boosted global streaming, and their 3rd EP entered Billboard 200 at No. 52, a first for a Japan-origin boy group. U.S. promotions and live stages further proved their strong performance power.

2 days ago
&TEAM’s Korean 2nd mini album Mark on Me sold 1,357,357 copies in its first week, topping Hanteo and setting a new personal best.

&TEAM’s Korean 2nd mini album Mark on Me topped Hanteo’s weekly album chart with 1,357,357 first-week sales, surpassing the group’s previous record from Back to Life. It also ranked No. 1 on Hanteo’s global World Chart, earning a double crown.

3 days ago
&TEAM held its first solo dome concert in Saitama, celebrating with LUNÉ and announcing a new 18-city tour.

&TEAM held its first solo dome concert over two days at Belluna Dome in Saitama, celebrating its anniversary with LUNÉ through special performances, games, and surprise events. The group also announced a new 18-city tour and thanked fans after a powerful 29-song show.

1 week ago
&TEAM released a highlight medley for their Korean 2nd mini album Mark on Me, previewing six songs and its story of love and change.

&TEAM has released a highlight medley for their Korean 2nd mini album Mark on Me, due out in Korea on September 8 and in Japan on September 21. The album tells the story of nine wolves who open their hearts after meeting “you,” and previews six tracks, including the title song Mark on Me.

2 weeks ago
JO1’s Junki Kono and Ruki Shiroiwa, along with other celebrities, attended the HOLYNUMBER7 show at Seoul Fashion Week in DDP.

At the Seoul Fashion Week “HOLYNUMBER7” collection held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul’s Jung District on the afternoon of the 1st, JO1’s Junki Kono and Ruki Shiroiwa, Takuto Hamaya, Shoma Nagumo, and many other stars and influencers attended.

2 weeks ago
&TEAM unveiled the tracklist for Mark on Me, a six-song mini album about love, growth, and a new story with fans.

&TEAM revealed the tracklist for its second mini album, Mark on Me, set for release in Korea on September 8 and in Japan on September 21. The six-track album centers on love, change, and growth, and features major global hitmakers, signaling a new chapter for the group.

2 weeks ago
EJ of &TEAM appeared at a KBO League game in Seoul and threw the ceremonial first pitch.

On the afternoon of the 30th, at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul, a game between the Doosan Bears and the Kiwoom Heroes in the 2026 Shinhan SOL Bank KBO League was held, and EJ of &TEAM appeared for the ceremonial first pitch.

2 weeks ago

Follow us to be the first to know about the latest rankings and audition information.

\ Follow me /
Share

PICK UP Contents