Publicity Campaign: Japanese Supergroup PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE to Unleash the Future of J-Pop at SXSW Sydney 2025
Japanese supergroup PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE are set to make their Australian debut at SXSW Sydney 2025, bringing their genre-shifting vision of J-pop to Tumbalong Park. Their arrival in Australia comes hot on the heels of a high-impact year, with acclaimed performances at SXSW Austin and, more recently, Music Matters Live in Singapore. This momentum has cemented their reputation as one of Asia’s most innovative and globally ambitious acts.
Since debuting in 2022 under LDH JAPAN, PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE have redefined the boundaries of contemporary pop. The seven-member collective, TSURUGI, RYOGA NAKANISHI, REN WATANABE, JIMMY, KOKORO KOHATSU, RYUSHIN HANDA, and WEESA, are known for their boundary-pushing live shows, cutting-edge choreography, and a sound that fuses Y2K nostalgia with future-facing R&B, hip-hop, and pop. Their recent single 'Gelato' and EP 'PSYCHIC FILE III' showcase their ability to blend alternative R&B with electro disco and synthwave, earning them millions of streams and a rapidly growing international fanbase.
PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE’s momentum is undeniable. After their debut, the group toured across the US and Europe, headlined at SXSW Austin where their showcase was praised as a festival highlight, and ignited crowds at Music Matters Live. Accolades include the ‘Next Generation Global’ award at Korea’s Genie Music Awards and the ‘Asia Rising Star Award’ at Thailand’s Digital Awards. With over 2.3 million followers across social media and a primary audience of 18 to 24 years old, PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE are at the forefront of a new era for J-pop.
Their Australian debut marks a pivotal step in their global journey. “We’ve always dreamed of connecting with fans in Australia,” the group shares. “There’s a creative energy and openness here that matches our vision for the future of pop. We’re excited to bring our full live experience to Sydney, new music, new choreography, and a new chapter for PSYCHIC FEVER.”
Reflecting on their invitation to SXSW Sydney, PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE add: “After performing at SXSW Austin and Music Matters, coming to Sydney feels like the next evolution for us. We can’t wait to share our music with new audiences, collaborate with other artists, and be part of a festival that celebrates innovation and creative risk-taking. Australia, we’re ready to make new memories together.”
Formed at the renowned LDH dance academy, PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE have spent years honing their craft, touring all 47 prefectures of Japan and sharing stages with icons like J SOUL BROTHERS III and ØMI. Their live shows are immersive, high-concept experiences that blur the lines between music, dance, and visual art, inviting audiences into a world where every detail is meticulously crafted yet always open to surprise.
PSYCHIC FEVER FROM EXILE TRIBE’s set at SXSW Sydney is set to be a dynamic, genre-defying showcase for both long-time fans and newcomers. Don’t miss the band at the vanguard of J-pop’s global future.
