Celebrating the Release of 3rd EP 'THE WAY'! A.B.C-Z Exclusive Voice Messages to Air During AWA Lounge Listening Party

AWA Inc. (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Akimi Tokigawa), operator of the subscription-based music streaming service "AWA," will host a listening party on its free online space "AWA Lounge" from 21:00 to 22:00 on Friday, July 17, 2026. The event will feature exclusive voice messages from A.B.C-Z members and is open to anyone at no cost.

This event commemorates the release of A.B.C-Z's 3rd EP, "THE WAY," and will broadcast not only the latest tracks but also a full lineup of the group's previous songs. Additionally, exclusive voice tracks recorded by members Koga Koji and Tsukada Ryoichi will be aired exclusively on AWA. Participation is free for all, and users who download the AWA app in advance can enjoy requesting songs and interacting with other fans. Don’t miss this special A.B.C-Z themed lounge event.

[Exclusive Voices Included] A.B.C-Z Special Listening Party on AWA Lounge

Event Date & Time: Friday, July 17, 2026, 21:00–22:00

*Note: The event may be canceled on short notice.

▼ Participation URL

https://mf.awa.fm/open_abcz_0717_pr

About A.B.C-Z

A.B.C-Z is a distinctive group known for their acrobatic performances and elegant dance routines.

They made their debut on DVD on February 1, 2012, followed by a CD debut in 2015, and a streaming debut in 2024 with their 14th single "Kimi ja Nakya Dame Nanda," marking their third debut. Their high-level skills and experience captivate fans on music shows and concerts alike. Each member is also actively pursuing individual careers.

In 2025, they held their first self-produced live event, "A.B.C-Z CONNECTION Vol.1," on July 24 and 25, featuring guests Junretsu and BREAKERZ. "A.B.C-Z CONNECTION Vol.2" is scheduled for August 2026. Since adopting a new structure in 2024, they have expanded their activities more than ever, delivering entertainment from diverse platforms.

About AWA Lounge

AWA Lounge is an online space where users can share music and interact in real time.

Using features like "song requests," "chat," and "stamps," users in the same room can enjoy an experience similar to an online karaoke room. All features are available even on the Free plan.

A key feature of AWA Lounge is that all users in a room listen to the same music simultaneously, making it an ideal platform to support favorite artists by boosting their play counts. STANDARD members contribute even more directly to artists when participating.

App Overview

"AWA" is a subscription-based music streaming service provided by AWA Inc., a joint venture between CyberAgent, Inc. and Avex Entertainment Inc. Launched in May 2015, AWA offers over 200 million tracks and approximately 17 million playlists created by celebrities and users. The service offers a variety of plans, including the "STANDARD Plan" (¥980/month including tax; ¥1,080 on App Store, Google Play, and convenience store payments) with full functionality, a "FREE Plan" with all features except offline playback available at no cost, a "Student Plan" for middle school students and above at ¥480/month (including tax), and an "Artist Plan" at ¥270/month (including tax) for unlimited listening to a single designated artist.

AWA is available on smartphones, PCs, TVs, car navigation systems, wearable devices, and smart speakers. Since launch, AWA has continuously expanded its features to meet user needs and viewing environments, including "LYRIC DIVE," which beautifully animates lyrics in real time, and AWA Lounge—a real-time online space with voice live streaming and gifting features—growing into one of Japan’s largest music streaming services.

Service Name: "AWA" https://awa.fm/

Recommended Environment: <Smartphone> iOS 18.0 or later, Android 15.0 or later

<PC> Windows 10 (32/64bit), Mac OS X 10.11 (El Capitan) or later

<Browser> Google Chrome (latest), Microsoft Edge (latest), Safari (latest)

Pricing: STANDARD Plan (¥980/month, tax included) / FREE Plan (free monthly) / Student Plan (¥480/month, tax included) / Artist Plan (¥270/month, tax included; unlimited listening to one specific artist)

Launch Date: May 27, 2015

URLs

AWA: https://awa.fm/

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/jp/app/id980578855

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fm.awa.liverpool

Desktop App: https://awa.fm/download/

AWA Lounge (Browser Version): https://app.awa.fm/lounge/

AWA News: https://news.awa.fm/

Official X (Twitter): https://x.com/awa_official

Official LINE: https://lin.ee/21w3f0k

Company Overview

Company Name: AWA Inc. (Pronounced: Awa)

Headquarters: Sumitomo Realty Azabu-Juban Building, 1-4-1 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Representative: CEO Akimi Tokigawa

Business: Music streaming services, etc.

Founded: December 1, 2014

Contact

AWA Public Relations: press@awa.fm