Virtual Idol Group PLAVE Kicks Off First Asia Tour with Sold-Out Seoul Concerts

Virtual idol group PLAVE has successfully launched their debut Asia tour with a series of sold-out concerts in Seoul, and they are set to perform at the iconic Gocheok Sky Dome.

From August 15 to 17, PLAVE held their first Asia tour, '2025 PLAVE Asia Tour - DASH: Quantum Leap in Seoul,' at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park. This marks a significant milestone as PLAVE becomes the first virtual idol group to perform at this prestigious venue, often referred to as the 'stage of dreams' for domestic artists. The concerts were sold out during the fan club pre-sale, highlighting the immense interest in the group.

The concert opened with a VCR introducing the tour's concept of 'gravity,' drawing the audience into the performance. PLAVE then took the stage with 'Watch Me Woo!' from their second mini-album, greeting the packed audience with excitement. The group expressed their gratitude, saying, "We have entered the KSPO Dome just two years after our debut," and bowed deeply to thank their fans.

PLAVE showcased their vibrant charm with 'Virtual Idol' from their mini-album, followed by diverse performances of 'RIZZ,' 'Island,' and '12:32(A to T).' Notably, member Hamin delivered a romantic piano performance during 'Island,' and the choreography for 'RIZZ' was revealed for the first time, captivating the audience with its unique moves.

Explaining the tour's title, PLAVE stated, "'Quantum Leap' signifies a significant advancement or leap, representing our desire to transcend being just virtual idols and evolve as artists."

A vertical stage appeared in the middle of the audience, and PLAVE returned to perform a ballad version of 'Sixth Summer,' perfectly suited for the warm season. The performance continued to touch the audience's emotions, with lighting and stage effects creating immersive scenes like the deep sea or heavy rain.

After the mini-album's title track 'WAY 4 LUV,' the dance team delivered an acrobatic performance, followed by PLAVE's dramatic storytelling in 'Dash,' where they protected the audience from 'Caligo.' The group also showcased a bold image transformation with new hairstyles, facial makeup, and stylish jackets.

The concert continued with 'Chroma Drift' from their third mini-album and a band version cover of BLACKPINK's 'Pink Venom,' adding a fresh twist to the performance.

In the latter part of the concert, the 'NO DEVELOP, NO PLAVE' segment featured members pairing up for 'Unit Challenge' and 'Camera Challenge,' showcasing their individuality through various performances like Bambi & Eunho's 'Pookie,' Noah & Hamin's 'Famous,' and Yejun & Eunho's 'I Think It's Love.' The energy peaked with 'I Just Love Ya' and 'Pump Up The Volume!' before concluding with their debut songs 'I'll Wait' and 'Pixel World.'

Even after the lights went out, the audience chanted for an encore, and PLAVE returned to perform 'Why Why Why?' and capture memories with a commemorative photo.

On the final day, August 17, PLAVE surprised fans by announcing an encore concert at Gocheok Sky Dome on November 21 and 22.

PLAVE's first Asia tour 'DASH: Quantum Leap' will continue in Taipei on August 23-24, Hong Kong on October 1, Jakarta on October 18, Bangkok on October 25, and Tokyo on November 1-2.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia one@tenasia.co.kr