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#What is Paradox Live?

"Paradox Live" is a HIPHOP media mix project that depicts four teams that are popular in their respective music genres taking on the stage battle to win the No. 1 in their own music, set in Japan in the near future. A CD consisting of songs from each team and a voice drama is being released.

Victory and defeat in the stage battle is determined by voting points cast by actual fans via the dope point site. The development of the story changes depending on victory or defeat!!
* Voting points can be obtained by purchasing a CD or other designated social media actions.

#14 Phantom Rappers

[Special illustrations drawn by Kokone Nata to introduce the teams]

New-generation, charismatic 3-member unit with diverse individuality

BAE

Allen Sugasano (CV: Gakuto Kajiwara) / Yeon Hajun (CV: Ayumu Murase) /
Anne Faulkner (CV: 96NEKO)

Talented 4-member unit, solitary and dignified

The Cat’s Whiskers

Naoakira Saimon (CV: Ryota Takeuchi) / Yohei Kanbayashi (CV: Yuu Hayashi) /
Ryu Natsume (CV: Natsuki Hanae) / Shiki Ando (CV: Jyunta Terashima)

Melancholy twin brother unit from the wrong side of the tracks, worried about society

cozmez

Kanata Yatonokami (CV: Yusuke Kobayashi) /
Nayuta Yatonokami (CV: Toshiyuki Toyonaga)

Akanyatsura

Iori Suiseki (CV: Takayuki Kondo) / Zen Gaho (CV: Shima) /
Hokusai Masaki (CV: Shunichi Toki) / Satsuki Ito (CV: Tasuku Hatanaka) /
Reo Maruyama (CV: Shogo Yano)

Character Relationship Chart

#Synopsis

In the near future, the Phantom Live movement was born anew from the incredible saturation of hip-hop culture.
Rappers have accessories containing a metallic substance called Phantom Metal.
Through chemical reactions with their own DNA, they create illusions linked to their emotions, driving young people wild with spectacular stage shows.
But behind the scenes, some are suffering from their reactions to these trauma illusions.
Amid all this, four teams of immense popularity in their respective musical genres
—BAE, The Cat's Whiskers, cozmez, and Akanyatsura—take part in the mysterious Paradox Live contest at the legendary CLUB Paradox.
To prove their music is the best, 14 performers will take to the stage to battle.
As light and shadow clash, a frenzied stage battle of illusions is about to commence.

[1st Battle DESIRE] BAE x cozmez

[2nd Battle JUSTICE] The Cat's Whiskers x Akanyatsura

[3rd Battle PRIDE] BAE x The Cat's Whiskers

[4th Battle FAMILY] cozmez × Akanyatsura

[5th Battle LOVE] The Cat's Whiskers x cozmez

[6th Battle VIBES] BAE x Akanyatsura

Detailed synopsis of each drama

#Release information

1st album released on March 32, 2021!

Price: 4,400 yen (incl. tax)
Number of tracks: 17 tracks on Disc 1, 12 tracks on Disc 2

The first full-length Paradox Live album!! Disc 1 contains a total of 17 tracks, including 12 tracks up to the 5th part of the series, 4 new tracks from each team, and new tracks by [ALL ARTISTS]. Disc 2 contains a collection of background music from the voice drama.

Details / Bookings

[History of Paradox Live track releases]

Debut CD released!

2020.2.12 1st CD
"Opening Show" released

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The commemorative first release! Includes one track and voice drama in place of a business card introducing each team!

[1st BATTLE] BAE VS cozmez

2020.3.31 2nd CD
Stage Battle "DESIRE"

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[2nd BATTLE] The Cat's Whiskers VS Akanyatsura

2020.5.8 3rd CD
Stage Battle "JUSTICE"

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[3rd BATTLE] BAE VS The Cat's Whiskers

2020.7.29 4th CD
Stage Battle "PRIDE"

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[4th BATTLE] cozmez VS Akanyatsura

2020.9.2 5th CD
Stage Battle "FAMILY"

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Round-robin battle CD released Contains tracks tailored to each battle’s theme
Also includes voice drama

CDs released in 4 formats by various teams!

2020.11.25 6th CD "Exhibition Show"

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An Exhibition Show before the final battle.
ISSA, Kazuma Mitchell, SKY-HI, and Kumi Koda participate as featured artists!!

[5th BATTLE] The Cat's Whiskers VS cozmez

2021.1.27 7th CD
Stage Battle "LOVE"

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[6th BATTLE] BAE VS Akanyatsura

2021.2.24 8th CD
Stage Battle "VIBES"

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The CD of the final battle! Who will win this year-long STAGE BATTLE? The outcomes of the "LOVE" and "VIBES" stage battles and the winning team will be announced simultaneously on stage at the Paradox Live Dope Show concert on Saturday, March 20, 2021.

#Latest information

2021.3.10
First official fan book released!!

Lots of unreleased information, including material about the setting. Manga comic drawn by Kokone Nata of "Play it Cool, Guys" (published by SQUARE ENIX) and novelization by Sayoko Kobayashi!

[Title] Paradox Live Official Fan Book
[Release Date] Wednesday, March 10, 2021
[Specifications] A5 format: 152 pages
[Price] 1,500 yen (excl. tax)
★Extras: Includes postcard

Details / Bookings

2021.3.20 First performance!!
Real live concert featuring all the teams!!

■ Title
"Paradox Live Dope Show - 2021.3.20 LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
■ Schedule: Saturday, March 20, 2021
[Daytime show] Starts: 2 PM [Evening show] Starts: 6:30 PM
■ Venue: LINE CUBE SHIBUYA