Music Day 2026: 80 Artists Set to Ignite the Summer in Massive Live Broadcast

The TBS summer music special, "Music Day 2026," is set to broadcast live on Saturday, July 18, 2026, starting at 2:00 PM. In anticipation of the event, the network has unveiled the complete list of 80 performing artists, their setlists, and the program schedule, sparking a wave of excitement and buzz among fans on social media. This year, the broadcast will also be available for real-time streaming via TVer, allowing viewers to enjoy the high-energy performances from anywhere.

The broadcast kicks off at 2:00 PM with a star-studded lineup, including Kis-My-Ft2, Travis Japan, and Nogizaka46. Kis-My-Ft2 is confirmed to perform "A.D.D.I.C.T.," a fan-favorite track that has been highly anticipated for a terrestrial television debut. The early segment also features Travis Japan performing "On My Road," M!LK with "Idol Power," and Nogizaka46 delivering their hit "Synchronicity," ensuring an electric start to the show.

As the broadcast progresses, the lineup continues to impress. Number_i is scheduled to appear during the "Akasaka Super Live" segment at 6:00 PM, where they will perform "GOAT" and "BUGS LIFE." Fans have already taken to social media to express their excitement. Later, at 9:00 PM, the chart-topping Mrs. GREEN APPLE will take the stage to perform "Lilac" and "Brand New," promising to bring both refreshing energy and intensity to the night.

A major highlight of the event remains its unique collaboration projects that transcend agency boundaries. Talented artists from organizations such as STARTO ENTERTAINMENT, BMSG, and Stardust Promotion will unite for the "DREAM Dance" and "DREAM Chorus" segments. These one-night-only performances will feature stars like Kento Senga (Kis-My-Ft2) in the dance segment and a group performance of Ulfuls' "Waraereba" (If I Can Laugh) for the chorus project.

The context

"Music Day" is a long-standing, large-scale annual music program aired by the TBS network in Japan. Known for its massive artist roster and diverse performance styles, the show serves as a mid-summer cultural staple. In recent years, it has become famous for breaking down barriers between Japan's major talent agencies and music labels, creating rare collaborative performances that attract a massive domestic and international audience.

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