Melodifestivalen, Eurovision, and the Art of Idol Concert Staging | Table Talk

How Swedenโ€™s biggest music show shares a staging philosophy with STARTO ENTERTAINMENTโ€™s spectacular arena productions. For many Swedish viewers, Melodifestivalen is first and foremost a television event. Each winter, millions tune in to watch artists compete for the chance to represent Sweden at Eurovision. For me, it has also always been something more personal. Growing … Continue reading Melodifestivalen, Eurovision, and the Art of Idol Concert Staging | Table Talk

What Tamonโ€™s B-Side Gets Right About Idol Fandom: Utage Isnโ€™t Exaggerated, Sheโ€™s Real | Table Talk

Outside a venue, before doors open, fans line up their acrylic stands against barricades and cafรฉ tables. Someone orders dessert they wonโ€™t finish, because it makes a better backdrop for a photo. Phones come out. A favorite face is centered carefully in the frame. Later, inside the hall, there will be a moment โ€” a … Continue reading What Tamonโ€™s B-Side Gets Right About Idol Fandom: Utage Isnโ€™t Exaggerated, Sheโ€™s Real | Table Talk

Spotify When?โ€”Untangling Music Rights in the STARTO Universe | Table Talk

โ€œTable Talkโ€ is a Dumpling Box series that dives deeper into the news or topics shaping the world of entertainment. Rather than just simply reporting headlines, Table Talk unpacks the meaning, impact, and context behind the major announcements and developments. Itโ€™s where surface-level news turn into thoughtful conversationsโ€”offering readers a space to reflect, question, and … Continue reading Spotify When?โ€”Untangling Music Rights in the STARTO Universe | Table Talk

Why Not My Country?โ€”How STARTO Chooses Tour Stops Outside Japan | Table Talk

โ€œTable Talkโ€ is a Dumpling Box series that dives deeper into the news or topics shaping the world of entertainment. Rather than just simply reporting headlines, Table Talk unpacks the meaning, impact, and context behind the major announcements and developments. Itโ€™s where surface-level news turn into thoughtful conversationsโ€”offering readers a space to reflect, question, and … Continue reading Why Not My Country?โ€”How STARTO Chooses Tour Stops Outside Japan | Table Talk

STARTO ENTERTAINMENT Officially Partners with J-pop Legacy | Table Talk

Tokyo, April 26โ€”STARTO ENTERTAINMENT has officially announced a new business agreement with J-pop Legacy Co., Ltd. (J-pop Legacy), a company led by SUPER EIGHTโ€™s Tadayoshi Ohkura. Starting in May 2025, J-pop Legacy will support Junior talent development, discovery, and production activities for designated artists. This partnership represents a major step forward in strengthening the operational … Continue reading STARTO ENTERTAINMENT Officially Partners with J-pop Legacy | Table Talk