BLACKPINK has made a dazzling return, showcasing their status as 'world-class artists' with a spectacular performance.
According to YG Entertainment, BLACKPINK successfully concluded their 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR IN GOYANG' on the 5th and 6th at the Goyang Sports Complex. This achievement marks BLACKPINK as the first K-pop girl group to perform at the venue, drawing a record-breaking 78,000 attendees, the highest for any K-pop artist at the stadium.
From Group to Solo to New Songs: The Essence of BLACKPINK's Musical World
With the explosive cheers of fans, BLACKPINK opened the show with powerful charisma through 'Kill This Love' and 'Pink Venom.' They continued to elevate the atmosphere with a medley of hits like 'How You Like That,' 'Playing with Fire,' and 'Shut Down,' leaving no room for a pause.
The solo stages, showcasing each member's unique musical style in ballads, hip-hop, and pop, offered dynamic entertainment. The highlight was undoubtedly the debut performance of their new song 'JUMP,' where the members unleashed explosive energy on a fast-paced beat, driving the audience into a frenzy.
Top-Tier Artists and Staff Unite for a High-Quality Performance
The concert, enriched by the expertise of world-class staff, satisfied all senses. The intense live band sound, combined with diverse variations of BLACKPINK's music, made hearts race, while the synchronized choreography with a large group of dancers maximized the performance's vibrancy and adrenaline.
Spectacular fireworks lit up the night sky in sync with the beats, and the ever-changing sensory graphics, lighting, and laser effects offered an immersive experience. Additionally, a large-scale drone show, inspired by BLACKPINK's album covers, turned the event into a grand festival.
The Start of a New Chapter: BLACKPINK's Global Wave
Reuniting with fans after approximately 22 months, the members shared an especially warm connection. They expressed, "It's an honor and joy to reunite as a full group in a stadium. Our dream has come true, thanks to all the BLINKs (fandom name), and we are grateful."
Having successfully kicked off their world tour in Goyang, which spans 16 cities and 31 shows, BLACKPINK is set to perform in Los Angeles on the 12th and 13th. They will continue to light up stadiums worldwide, including in Chicago, Toronto, New York, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, London, Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Jakarta, Bulacan, Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. Additionally, the release of their new song 'JUMP' is also on the horizon.
Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr