ka-yu Announces Debut Album 'OUTSET' + Acoustic Tour 2026
Former Janne Da Arc vocalist ka-yu is stepping into a bold new chapter with the announcement of his debut full-length album *OUTSET*, arriving June 20, 2026. This marks a major milestone for the singer, who relaunched his solo career in January 2024.
*OUTSET* arrives as a comprehensive statement of intent—a 12-track collection that distills over two years of creative work since ka-yu's musical rebirth. The album blends four previously-released 2025 singles (re-recorded with new drum arrangements and mixing) alongside eight fresh compositions. Notably, some tracklist entries were chosen directly by fan vote, making this a true listener-participation project. Guitar work and arrangements on the new material come courtesy of Kyrie (ex-NoGoD), while drummer CHARGEEEEEE… anchors the full release.
Five editions are available: a members-only variant with signed outer sleeve (¥4,400), limited TYPE A with custom CD player (¥12,100, available in clear or red), TYPE B with acrylic dog tag (¥4,400), TYPE C with mini notebook (¥4,400), and a standard edition (¥3,850). Pre-orders open May 1st at 8 PM JST via Solid Beat Online Store.
But the album is just the beginning. Starting June 26th at Shinjuku ReNY, ka-yu launches a five-date band tour across Tokyo, Kanazawa, Osaka, and Nagoya. From the second show onward, he'll be joined by a refreshed live lineup: Kyrie on guitar, Umi (vistlip) on second guitar, and Hironori (R指定) on drums—a potent combination of Visual Kei scene veterans.
Even more exciting: following the band tour, ka-yu shifts format entirely for *THE ACOUSTIC LIVE 2026*—an intimate four-date run through Hokkaido (October 17–18), Kobe (November 7), and Shizuoka (December 5), backed only by Kyrie on guitar. Ticket tiers range from ¥6,000 to ¥16,969, with premium S-tickets including front-row seating and signed laminate passes.
For longtime Janne Da Arc fans and those discovering ka-yu's solo work, *OUTSET* and its surrounding live dates represent a genuine artistic reinvention. This is a musician unafraid to remix his past while boldly striding forward.
**Album pre-orders live now at [solidbeat.jp](https://solidbeat.jp/) and ka-yu's official site. Tour tickets available at [ka-yu.jp](https://ka-yu.jp)**
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Source: 元Janne Da Arcのka-yu、1stフルアルバム『OUTSET』詳細発表 + ＜THE ACOUSTIC LIVE 2026＞開催決定
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