JIRO's Web Interview Released! Solo Interview Series Completes All 4 Parts

JIRO's web interview has been published on the official GLAY website! This marks the final installment of the four-part member solo interview series delivered ahead of "GLAY ARENA TOUR 2026-2027 “EXOFIRE”". He talks about the behind-the-scenes story of creating the new album 『旅する理由を待ちながら』 and his thoughts on the tour.

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On November 6, 2026, JIRO's web interview (Vol.128) was published on the official GLAY website. This is the final installment of the four-part member solo interview series delivered ahead of "GLAY ARENA TOUR 2026-2027 “EXOFIRE”".

In the interview, JIRO talks about the album's title track 「旅する理由を待ちながら」, which he composed. Built around programmed beats, the song apparently depicts delicate emotions and scenery. It's refreshing to learn the behind-the-scenes of the songwriting process in his own words!

He also talks about how he himself is in charge of putting together the setlist for this tour, and how new album tracks make up about 80% of the setlist. As a fan, this role fits his image as the band's hidden leader perfectly.

He further discusses his extracurricular activities, such as the three-piece band "THE PREDATORS" with Sawao Yamanaka and Hiroki Takahashi, and the twin-bass instrumental band "CONTRASTZ" with Jun Izawa of LITE. He mentions that the experience gained there has had a positive influence on his activities with GLAY, which is a fascinating episode.

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JIRO's official web interview also touched on behind-the-scenes stories in Vol.115, published on September 20, 2024. At that time, tied to the new album 『Back To The Pops』, he discussed 「THE GHOST」, which he composed himself. Hearing JIRO's words with each new release has become a welcome tradition for fans.

This series, following the interviews with TAKURO, HISASHI, and TERU, is now complete with all four parts including JIRO. With all four members' words now gathered, we can appreciate their feelings toward "EXOFIRE" even more deeply.

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The full text of JIRO's interview can be read on the feature page (Vol.128) of the official GLAY website. Be sure to compare JIRO's words, as the one shaping the setlist, with the interviews from TAKURO, HISASHI, and TERU!