Gen Hoshino, a Japanese singer-songwriter, actor, and writer, made his solo debut in 2010 with the album "ばかのうた" after starting the instrumental band SAKEROCK in 2000. His single "恋," released in October 2016, gained significant popularity as the theme song for the drama "逃げるは恥だが役に立つ." In 2018, he provided the theme and insert songs for the animated film "映画ドラえもん のび太の宝島," further establishing his presence in the music industry. His 2019 album "POP VIRUS" achieved four consecutive weeks at number one on the Oricon weekly album ranking and Billboard Japan Hot Albums chart, solidifying his commercial success.
In February 2019, Gen Hoshino embarked on his first dome tour, "星野源 DOME TOUR 2019『POP VIRUS』," becoming the fifth Japanese male solo artist to accomplish this feat. The tour, consisting of eight sold-out shows, attracted a total of 330,000 attendees, culminating in a successful finale at Fukuoka Yahoo Auction! Dome on March 10. Gen's music blends global influences with his unique Japanese upbringing, resulting in innovative sounds that have made a significant impact on the Japanese music scene. With a track record of chart-topping albums and successful tours, Gen Hoshino continues to be a prominent figure in Japan's music industry, poised for enduring success in the years to come.
