Shifuku Poncho to Host Artist Program "FUTURE BOUND" within ZIP-FM's "NYEW EDGE" Starting in April!

ZIP-FM Inc. (Headquarters: Nagoya City) is pleased to announce that Rion, the vocalist and bassist of the Nagoya-based band Shifuku Poncho, will serve as the new navigator for the artist program "FUTURE BOUND," which airs within the "NYEW EDGE" broadcast, starting in April 2026.

"FUTURE BOUND" is a program that features noteworthy artists who are set to lead the next generation of the music scene. These artists share their musical roots, their current standing, and their future visions with listeners. Through authentic conversation and curated music selections, the program has been creating opportunities for listeners to encounter talent they have yet to discover.

Shifuku Poncho, the band taking on this role, is an up-and-coming group gaining attention primarily in the Nagoya live house scene. They are characterized by a free-spirited sound that transcends genres and lyrics that, while grounded in everyday life, are depicted from a unique perspective, helping them gain a growing following among the younger generation.

In the program, the band will introduce the music that forms their roots and the culture that has influenced them. They will also engage in talk segments that delve into the behind-the-scenes of their production and the personalities of the members, as well as present music selections that can only be heard here.

It is a program where you can feel the "now" and the "future" being broadcast from Nagoya.

ZIP-FM will continue to contribute to the revitalization of the music scene by discovering and promoting new talent while remaining rooted in the local community.

【Program Overview】 Broadcasting Station: ZIP-FM (77.8FM) Program Name: "FUTURE BOUND" within the program "NYEW EDGE" Broadcast Date and Time: "NYEW EDGE" (Every Saturday 23:30–24:30) "FUTURE BOUND" (Every Saturday around 24:00–24:10) Navigator: Shifuku Poncho Program Website: https://zip-fm.co.jp/programs/80b9e7fd-5a42-489f-b29a-644af74a4d67 Program X: https://x.com/ZIPFM_NYEW_EDGE Program Hashtag: #NYEWEDGE

About "ZIP-FM" An FM station that began broadcasting in October 1993, with a broadcast area covering the Tokai region, centered on Aichi Prefecture (Frequency: Nagoya 77.8MHz / Toyohashi 77.1MHz). Since its launch, it has maintained high listenership ratings, particularly among younger demographics, and boasts the No. 1 listenership rating in the Tokai region across all age groups. OFFICIAL WEB: https://zip-fm.co.jp/ Instagram: @zipfm77.8 X: @zip_special