What's REALLY Happening with XG?!

XG's world is shaking after CEO and producer Simon Jakops, along with Chancellor and two Avex executives, were arrested in Japan on February 23rd for alleged cocaine and marijuana possession — just hours after XG performed in Nagoya as part of their second world tour. Jakops had attended the concert to personally oversee the performance before Tokyo Metropolitan Police's Drug and Firearms Division transported him to Tokyo Station at around 8am for further questioning. What makes this even more staggering is that Simon is widely credited as the "soul" of XG, crafting the unique sound that helped them become the first Japanese act to top a Billboard chart. With their first full album just released, an active world tour underway, and major brand partnerships on the line, the timing could not be worse. In this video, we break down exactly what happened, what it means for the group's future, and whether XG can survive losing the two men who built everything from the ground up. What do YOU think will happen to XG's career after this? Drop your thoughts in the comments below — we read every single one. If you want to stay on top of the biggest K-pop and J-pop controversies as they unfold, make sure you subscribe to Kookielit and hit the notification bell so you never miss a video. Like this video if you want more coverage on this story as it develops. #kpop #kpopnews #KOOKIELIT