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Japanese Girl Group XG to Rock Coachella

• South Korean-Japanese girl group, XG, is set to perform at Coachella 2025, marking their debut at the festival.
• XG, who debuted in 2022, has made significant strides in the global music scene, topping the Billboard.
• Hot Trending Songs chart.
• The group has performed at major festivals and embarked on a world tour, attracting a large global fanbase.
• XG's performance at Coachella represents a significant step for the recognition of Japanese music globally.

In a groundbreaking announcement, the South Korea-based Japanese girl group, XG, has been confirmed to perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2025. This marks a significant milestone in the group's career as it will be their debut performance at the prestigious festival. The event, held in the arid landscape of the Coachella Valley desert in Indio, California, is scheduled to span over two weekends, from April 11 to April 13 and April 18 to April 20. XG is slated to perform on April 13 and 20, distinguishing themselves as the only Japanese artists in the lineup.

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, known for its eclectic mix of music genres and art installations, has been a platform for artists to showcase their talent to a global audience. This year, the festival boasts a star-studded lineup with headliners such as Travis Scott, Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, Missy Elliott, Charli XCX, and Megan Thee Stallion. XG finds itself listed on the second tier of the lineup, just below these headliners. This is a first for Japanese female artists, underscoring the anticipation surrounding their performance.

XG's Journey to Global Recognition

XG, a seven-member ensemble comprising JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA, made their debut in March 2022 with their single Tippy Toes. Since their inception, they have been making significant strides in the global music scene. They have the distinction of being the first Japanese artists to top the Billboard Hot Trending Songs Powered by Twitter chart. They also graced the cover of Billboard magazine, becoming the first Japanese girl group to achieve this feat.

Their musical journey has seen them perform at major festivals like Head In The Clouds. In 2024, XG embarked on their first world tour, XG 1st WORLD TOUR: The first HOWL, performing in approximately 30 cities worldwide. The tour attracted a staggering 120,000 fans across Asia and an additional 50,000 in North America, demonstrating their global appeal.

XG's Impact on the Global Stage

At present, XG is touring six European cities, including Manchester, London, Berlin, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. Their international performances have been well-received, further cementing their status in the global music industry. In 2023, the group made its debut at the Singapore music festival, performing on the Padang Stage of the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix.

The Singapore music festival saw a total of 139 artists, including big names like Post Malone, Robbie Williams, and Culture Club, light up the stage. XG was part of the music company 88rising's main stage lineup, delivering a performance that was both powerful and captivating. Their performance at the festival was a testament to their talent and potential, and it set the stage for their upcoming debut at Coachella.