K-Pop boy group VERIVERY are making their way back to the States this summer for their 2024 VERIVERY FAN-MEETING TOUR GO ON. Announced in early March, the US portion of the tour will be making six stops in total, starting on June 14 in New York and concluding on June 23 in Los Angeles.

Hailing from South Korea, VERIVERY formed in 2018 by Jellyfish Entertainment and officially debuted on January 9, 2019 with their album titled, Veri-Us. VERIVERY consists of seven members: Dongheon, Hoyoung, Minchan, Gyehyeon, Yeonho, Yongseung, and Kangmin. 

Currently, the group is moving forward with their activities as a quartet, due to members Hoyoung and Minchan taking a break to prioritize their health and well-being, and leader Dongheon serving his term in the military.

On April 16, VERIVERY held a press conference where they discussed preparations for the upcoming tour.

When asked what it had been like to prepare for the tour with only four members and the intricacies of adjusting their performances, Yongseung responded, “While touring as a four-member group might lack the synergy we had as a seven-member group, we're dedicated to maximizing our stage presence. We're proud of the efforts that we have put in to deliver a complete performance despite the smaller lineup, striving to meet the expectations of our fans and the audience eagerly anticipating this tour.”

As the conference continued, the members also touched on their must-have items when touring, their favorite cities to visit, the difficulties of being on tour, and so much more.

Some interview responses have been revised for clarity.

What experiences and knowledge from your last tour will you take into this upcoming tour?

Yeonho: On our previous tour, we [experienced firsthand] the passion of our audience and honed our performance skills. This time, even though it's a fan meeting, we plan to channel the energy and passion from our fans and deliver a performance filled with the same intensity as any of our concerts.

Kangmin: I was a minor during our last tour, but now I'm looking forward to having some fun and maybe enjoying a drink or two.

Is there something that you didn't do on your last U.S tour that you want to try this time?

Yeonho: During our last tour in the US, we only had time to glimpse Universal Studios from the gate. This time, we'd love to step inside and fully enjoy all the attractions it has to offer.

What is the meaning of the tour title “GO ON”? Are there any particular themes or messages that you hope to convey to your VERRER (VERIVERY’s fan name) through the tour's performances and interactions?

Yeonho: The title of our fan-meet tour "GO ON" symbolizes VERIVERY's continuous journey forward. It represents the seven-member VERIVERY as well as the four-member VERIVERY moving closer to our fans.

Which cities are you most excited to visit on tour?

Yeonho: I'm looking forward to visiting all the cities on our tour, and I was especially hoping to visit Orlando, where Universal Studios is located. However, it's unfortunate that we won't be visiting Orlando this time. On a brighter note, I've learned that Universal Studios is also in LA, which happens to be our last stop on the tour. I'm really excited about visiting this city.

What has been the most difficult thing in preparing for this tour?

Kangmin: Personally, as two rappers of the group were not able to join us for the tour, there have been some difficulties in planning for their absence. To overcome this, I sought advice and assistance from the other members.

If you could pick one VERIVERY song that the member next to you could do a solo stage/performance of, what would it be and why?

Kangmin: I suggest "Our Spring" to Yeonho because it's one of his favorites, and I believe he would excel as a solo performer with this song.

Yeonho: For Yongseung, I recommend "G.B.T.B." because he excels at delivering an intense vibe on stage and his charisma shines through.

Yongseung: I believe ‘O’ suits Gyehyeon perfectly. The song demands detailed expressions, which is something Gyehyeon is excellent at.

Gyehyeon: I suggest ‘Flower’ to Kangmin because the title of the song complements his visual aesthetic perfectly.

What are some of your must-have items for tour?

Yeonho: I always pack the mouth tapes that help me keep my mouth shut while sleeping. Taking care of my vocal cords is crucial, and this tape helps immensely. It's a must-have item for me during tours.

Yongseung: As long as I have our fans, I don't need anything else.

Kangmin: For me, it is my phone.

Gyehyeon: I always pack sandals for tours because my feet tend to suffer. It's a relief to have something comfortable for my feet when we're not on stage.

At the end of the conference, Gyehyeon expressed his gratitude on behalf of the group by stating, “Thank you for joining us in this interview session. I know for some of you this is happening in [the] early morning. With the excitement surrounding the tour, we are dedicated to preparing diligently. Stay tuned for what's in store!”

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Edited by Divina Tolentino