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Associated Press
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
CRYSTAL KAY ANNOUNCES FIRST-EVER NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING TOUR
Crystal Kay celebrates 25 years with her first full North American tour, bringing her genre-defining J-pop and R&B sound to seven cities this August. 'I honestly can't believe it's happening, it feels like a dream! The timing couldn't be more perfect. For it to happen in my 25th year makes it even more special. I can't wait to meet you all.'— Crystal Kay WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 / / -- Global J-pop and R&B icon Crystal Kay is officially embarking on her first-ever full North American headlining tour this August with CK25 – The Tour: 25 Years in the Making, a six-city run celebrating a genre-defining career that has spanned a quarter century. For over two decades, Crystal Kay has shaped the sound of Japanese pop and R&B. From her breakout hit 'Koi ni Ochitara' to her contributions to anime classics (Fullmetal Alchemist, Nodame Cantabile, Pokémon: Giratina & the Sky Warrior) and her critically acclaimed albums, Crystal has built a lasting legacy as one of Japan's most dynamic and influential artists. While she has performed select shows in the U.S. before, CK25 marks her first full-scale tour across the U.S. and Canada. The tour kicks off August 17 in Atlanta, with additional stops in Washington, D.C, New York, Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Dallas, bringing her timeless sound and powerful stage presence to longtime fans and new listeners alike. The tour coincides with the release of her new All Time Best – 25th Anniversary album, offering a live experience that spans her catalog from debut to now. Each stop will feature live performances of fan favorites, new moments, and a special look back at the moments that defined her career. VIP packages, exclusive tour merch, and limited meet-and-greet opportunities will be available. 2025 CK25 – THE TOUR: DATES & VENUES August 17 – Atlanta, GA | Terminal West August 19 – Washington, DC | Pearl Street Warehouse August 21 – New York, NY | Racket NYC August 24 – Toronto, ON | El Mocambo August 26 – Chicago, IL | LiveBash August 28 – Los Angeles, CA | The Miracle Theater August 30 – Dallas, TX | Southside Music Hall TICKETS Tickets and VIP packages for Washington D.C., New York, Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Dallas will be available starting July 3 at Atlanta tickets will be available on July 7. For media inquiries, interviews, or credentials, contact: [email protected] ABOUT CRYSTAL KAY Crystal Kay is a Japanese-American singer, songwriter, and performer who debuted at the age of 13 and rose to prominence as one of the first biracial superstars in Japan's mainstream music industry. Known for her smooth vocals, bold versatility, and rich discography blending R&B, pop, soul, and funk, she has released over a dozen albums, contributed to major anime soundtracks, and starred in musical theater productions. Her influence continues to resonate with fans across Japan and around the world. CONNECT WITH CRYSTAL KAY Instagram:@crystalkayofficial Twitter/X:@CKAY26 YouTube:Crystal Kay Channel Facebook: TikTok: Tour Info: Chelcy Garrett Konnect'd Entertainment +1 857-719-2256 [email protected] Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
IOL News
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Get the inside scoop: Christall Kay's 'Savior' performance behind-the-scenes
Crystal Kay singing her latest single 'Savior'. Image: Screenshot/Instagram One of Mzansi's favourite housewives is turning the volume up on her pop music journey. "The Real Housewives of Joburg" star Christall Kay is not just about the drama and designer labels; she's also been chasing her passion for music, one bold performance at a time. Viewers of the popular reality show already know that Kay never misses a chance to grab the mic. Whether it's a spontaneous song in the middle of a cast trip or a dramatic performance at a housewives' event, she's always ready to show off her voice even when the crowd isn't fully on board. But love it or side-eye it, fans can't deny she brings full star power every time. Her music career is steadily gaining momentum, with her recent single "Savior" marking a clear step forward. She recently took to Instagram to share behind-the-scenes footage from a live performance of the track, giving fans a sneak peek into her growing stage presence. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ 'Enjoy some backstage clips of my performance of my latest release, 'Savior',' she wrote. 'Catch me on 'Up Close with Theodore Mashed' this Saturday for the full TV broadcast of my performance and interview at 17:30 on eNCA (DStv channel 403)! We're talking music, fame, and my journey in reality TV and pop music. You don't want to miss this one.' From local TV interviews to polished stage moments, Kay is proving that she's not just a reality TV queen but a pop artist with a plan. In 2019, she released the single "Wonder", accompanied by an official music video that showcased her performance style and artistic vision. In 2024, Kay announced the release of "Underwater", which she shared with her followers on Instagram.
