Jay B says his solo U.S. tour feels “smooth,” not “better,” after a difficult previous run involving a local promoter. The GOT7 leader says touring now lets him enjoy each city and focus on what feels genuinely good rather than chasing bigger or better things.
In June, Jay B released TR.EE, his first EP after joining 528Hz; he says it explores the emotions people experience across relationships. On Sept. 21, he released the full-length 2018.12.25 as Def., describing that personal project as distinct from the more performance-focused music he makes as Jay B.
The Tape: Roots tour went through Seoul, Bangkok, Taipei, Hong Kong and then six U.S. cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Tacoma, New York, Dallas and Chicago. Jay B said smaller venues suit him now and that large solo stages make him nervous. He also said the previous tour taught him that self-care includes understanding the business and relationships around his work.
