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Korea Herald
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Xdinary Heroes to hold summer concerts in Seoul next month
Xdinary Heroes is set to host a stand-alone concert in Seoul on June 4-6, label JYP Entertainment announced Wednesday. The band is planning a special gig titled 'Xcape,' which will precede a two-date show in Busan. The Busan show is part of its ongoing tour that began in Seoul in May and took the six-piece act to Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. After hitting the stages in Seoul and Busan in June, the band will head over to Taipei and Singapore before embarking on the American leg of the tour. In the US, they are expected to visit six cities until mid-August. On July 31, Xdinary Heroes will make its festival debut at Lollapalooza Chicago.
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
J-Hope graces cover of Billboard magazine
K-pop sensation is only the second Korean male artist to appear on Billboard cover J-Hope of BTS has landed on the May cover of Billboard Magazine, marking a significant milestone in his solo career. He is the second Korean male solo artist to appear on the magazine's cover following Psy in 2012. BTS as a group previously graced the cover in 2018 and 2021. In the accompanying interview, J-Hope reflected on his goals as a solo musician saying he aims to bring positive energy to listeners and fans. J-Hope continues to prove his unwavering popularity and musicality both as a member of BTS and as a remarkable soloist. In 2022, he became the first Korean singer to perform on the main stage of Lollapalooza Chicago. He is currently on his first world tour, 'Hope on the Stage,' which kicked off Feb. 28 at Kspo Dome in Songpo-gu, Seoul. On tour, he has continued to break new ground and set impressive records. On April 4 and 6, he performed at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, drawing a total of 46,000 fans over the two nights. He was also the first Korean solo artist to headline a solo concert at the venue. Following his performances at Saitama Super Arena in Japan from April 19 to 21, major Japanese daily newspapers published special editions exclusively covering J-Hope's concerts, underscoring the immense local interest and impact of his shows. The singer also achieved impressive milestones with his latest singles 'Sweet Dreams' and 'Mona Lisa,' both of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100. J-Hope's world tour continues with two shows in Taipei, Taiwan on May 24-25, and wraps up June 13-14 at Goyang Sports Complex Stadium in Korea.
Korea Herald
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Katseye to perform new digital single in Korea
Girl group Katseye will return to Korea with the new single 'Gnarly,' according to Hybe Labels and Geffen Records on Sunday. The multinational group of six will drop the song and music video Wednesday and take to the stage on television music chart shows in Korea from May 1. It will be returning about seven months after it promoted two main tracks from the debut EP, 'Soft Is Strong' — 'Debut' and 'Touch.' The latter generated 100 million streams on Spotify. As hinted through the teaser video for 'Gnarly,' the six members will go for a stronger image, taking a sharp turn from the upbeat and lovely concepts of its previous endeavors. In July, it will perform at Lollapalooza Chicago, which will be headlined by the likes of Twice as well as Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter and Tyler, the Creator.
Vogue Singapore
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
All the destination music festivals to travel to in 2025
Getty Last weekend, the party reigned in the desert with Coachella capping off its annual turn in California—following two successful weekends. Gagachella brought the house down, Green Day displayed its eternal prowess and Charli XCX reminded us of how good of a brat summer we had, featuring A-list collaborators Billie Eilish, Lorde and Troye Sivan. Meanwhile, much of the other fanfare fell on K-pop soloists like Jennie and Lisa of Blackpink, who basked in the glory of their individual discographies. All in all, the epic set also drew a famous crowd—as with previous years—with plenty of celebrity sightings in the vein of Timothée Chalamet, Kylie Jenner, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rosé and Justin and Hailey Bieber. It's safe to say a flame has been well ignited for destination music festivals—which are often a treat especially if you have a homeground advantage. Even if that isn't the case, a stellar lineup could easily justify a trip out as part of a vacation. First off, the veritable Lollapalooza that has had a strong start to the year in locations like Chile, Brazil and Argentina. Its next show is expected in Chicago, with Tyler the Creator, Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter as headliners. Closer to home in Asia, one can always count on summer blowouts like Fuji Rock and Summer Sonic to deliver a good time. An emerging contender in the mix? Seoul Jazz, which will welcome Grammy-nominated artist Raye, Thundercats, Jacob Collier and Damiano David. Of course being in South Korea, the starry lineup also includes local heavyweights Jannabi, Epik High, Lee Youngji and CNBlue. Below, see Vogue Singapore's top picks of destination music festivals in 2025. 1 / 8 Primavera 2025 Barcelona: June 4 to June 8 One of Europe's biggest blowouts, Primavera returns with a slew of heavy-hitters—in none other than Barcelona, Spain. Charli XCX and Troye Sivan will once again team up to make the crowd sweat alongside other favourites like Chappell Roan, Haim, FKA Twigs and Clairo. @aterrormusical 2 / 8 Fuji Rock 2025: July 25 to July 27 Just 90 minutes from Tokyo, Naeba Ski Resort will host the longstanding Fuji Rock 2025, as bright-eyed festival goers brace the annual heat to see their favourite acts. This year's iteration will bring local legend Tatsuro Yamashita up to the stage for his first Fuji Rock appearance, and will welcome back familiar names like Vampire Weekend, Vulfpeck, James Blake and Ok Go. Getty 3 / 8 Seoul Jazz: May 31 to June 1 Seoul Jazz has come a long way since its debut in 2006. Now, the lineup has expanded to incorporate acts that go beyond the traditional jazz genre; this year, Olympic Park will play host to performances by Grammy nominee Raye, Thundercats and Kings of Convenience. Getty 4 / 8 Lollapalooza Chicago: July 31 to August 3 The hour is nigh in Chicago. Following the success of its festivals in Berlin and Chile, Lollapalooza Chicago will draw in its own fleet of fans—namely of Tyler the Creator, pop-rock songstress Olivia Rodrigo and K-pop girl group Twice. @fanplus1dotcom 5 / 8 Heads in the Clouds: May 31 to June 1 In case you didn't get the memo, 2025 is the year of G-Dragon. Fans of the K-pop supernova can not only look forward to a world tour but also a headliner act at Heads in the Clouds in Los Angeles. Brought to us by the folks of 88 Rising, expect other artists in their repertoire like Jackson Wang, Rich Brian, Milli and other Asian artists to take over the stage. Getty 6 / 8 Summer Sonic Tokyo and Osaka: August 16 to August 17 The Summer Sonic festivals at both Tokyo and Osaka are stacked to say the least—with vocal powerhouse Alicia Keys and punk rock band Fall Out Boy emerging to perform their most loved hits. Whilst both lineups mostly mirror one another, fans of South Korean quartet Aespa might want to choose Tokyo's fest and BabyMonster's fandom might take to Osaka on the other hand. Getty 7 / 8 Leeds 2025: August 21 to August 25 If you find yourself in England for some summer fun, travel up north for Leeds where you can catch a diverse set of artists at Bramham Park. From Chappell Roan to the metal boys of Limp Bizkit, a fresh shuffle of today and yesteryear's artists are scheduled for this annual blowout. @thekillers 8 / 8 2025 Soundside Festival: September 27 to September 28 For those of us residing in Asia, Soundside Festival in Bridgeport, Connecticut would naturally veer a little off course. But having said that, it's not often you see The Killers, Weezer, Hozier and Vampire Weekend gathering for one sensational weekend. Expect the romantic notion of nostalgia to overflow, as other acts like Djo and Japanese Breakfast work their respective charms.
Korea Herald
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Exhibit to highlight J-Hope's solo career
J-Hope of BTS will look back on his solo career through an exhibit slated to be held in Seoul from May 30 to June 22, according to Big Hit Music on Tuesday. Dubbed 'And What?' the show will follow the growing music spectrum with songs he has put out so far, and also cast a look at his ever-growing scope of creativity showcased in documentaries and live shows. Historic moments from J-Hope's solo activities, including Lollapalooza Chicago in 2022 and performing at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, will be relived as well, with microphones and costumes from previous performances on display. The artist is in the middle of his solo tour 'Hope on the Stage.' He will perform at Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan, on May 31 and June 1.
