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YOASOBI Leaves Audience in Awe for Their First Solo Concert in America
As YOASOBI heads into weekend two of Coachella, the Japanese pop music duo, in partnership with Crunchyroll, decided to make a pit stop at the iconic Shrine Expo Hall in Los Angeles on April 18 for their first solo concert in America. Composed of producer, Ayase, and singer-songwriter, LIlas Ikuta, YOASOBI released their debut track “Yoru ni Kakeru” in 2019 and have been gaining traction ever since — their song “IDOL” became the first Japanese song to be placed in the top 10 of Billboard’s U.S. and Global 200 Charts.
First Celebrates His Birthday With Dallas Fans
On April 9th, fans from all across Texas met up at Asia Times Square in Grand Prairie to celebrate First’s 26th birthday with him on his First in the USA Fanmeet 2024. First, whose full name is Chalongrat Novsamrong, is a Thai BL actor best known for his roles in Be Mine Superstar and Don’t Say No. This year, he decided to visit Dallas for the second of two fanmeets in the US. The New York show centered around fans’ “first date” with him, while the Dallas show had fans throwing a birthday party for him, which was called Happy First’s Day.
ONEUS Gives Houston a Night They Won't Forget
Bayou Music Center was filled with every kind of ONEUS fan you could think of, from those who had seen the group just days prior on a different stop of their La Dolce Vita tour, to those who saw them at one of their previous Houston shows, to those who were seeing them for the very first time. Either way, To Moons, AKA ONEUS fans, were buzzing with excitement, waiting for the five-member K-Pop boy group — consisting of members Hwanwoong, Xion, Seoho, Leedo, and Keonhee — to hit the stage.
AleXa's Show-Stopping Finale in LA Marks the End of Her U.S. Tour
Concluding her [Sick of You] tour, K-Pop soloist AleXa brought her A-game to Los Angeles, delivering a performance that left fans eager for more. AleXa was first introduced to the K-Pop world with her debut single, "Bomb," which showcased her powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence. Known for her boundary-pushing music and fierce personality, AleXa has been carving out a niche for herself in the competitive world of K-Pop and later the Western audience as she won the hearts of Americans in NBC's American Song Contest back in 2022.
BoyWithUke Lights Up Anaheim House of Blues with an Unforgettable Performance
Opening up his U.S. leg of his LUCID DREAMS tour at the legendary House of Blues in Anaheim, California, singer-songwriter BoyWithUke was sure to leave a memorable impression on his sold-out crowd. Rising to fame in 2021 on TikTok with his song “Toxic,” BoyWithUke has only been making waves in the music industry as one of the most popular faceless (former) artists on social media, amassing over 8 million followers on TikTok and Instagram.
Kodie Shane Has Texas Roaring for More
Hours before Kodie Shane was set to hit the stage, Houston’s White Oak Music Hall was filled with dancing fans eagerly anticipating her performance. The Atlanta-based singer and rapper spent a third of her Young, Hot, and Vulnerable Tour in Texas, with Houston being the final Texas show after a stop in Austin and Dallas.
Destin Conrad Proceeds to Mesmerize Fans on His Debut Orange County Stop
Destin Conrad rides on the momentum of his SUBMISSIVE Tour as he makes his first stop in Southern California at The Observatory in Orange County. Filled with excitement and anticipation, fans filled the venue, making sure they could see the artist in perfect view. With his sultry R&B music, Destin Conrad first started out working with artists like Kehlani before releasing his debut project, COLORWAY, in 2021. And with his first headlining tour ending, with only three stops left, fans were ecstatic to hear his music live.
JUST B Concludes Their Debut North & South American Tour in LA with a Show Stopper
With their Just Be With You tour coming to a close, fans eagerly waited for the fourth generation K-Pop idols JUST B to hit the stage at the Vermont Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA. JUST B, composed of members LIM JIMIN, GEONU, BAIN, JM, DY, and SANGWOO, started the night strong with performances of their songs, “Get Away” and “Make It New.”
H1-KEY Talks All Things “Deeper” and Delves Into the H1-KEYnote Project
South Korean girl group H1-KEY debuted in January 2022 with their first ever single “ATHLETIC GIRL.” Managed under the Grandline Group, they consist of members: SEOI, RIINA, HWISEO, and YEL, who in January 2024 began the H1-KEYnote project. Sharing H1-KEY's untold stories and messages with their fans, M1-KEY, the K-Pop quartet aims to send comfort and sentiment to listeners through the power of their music -- with no restrictions to their expressions. So far, they have released two digital singles: “Thinkin’ About You” and “Deeper.”
ONEUS Heats Up Chicago During a Blizzard
The morning of Friday the 22nd saw fans huddled in a line outside the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom. As Chicago was experiencing a snowstorm, these fans were diligently waiting to see the five-member K-Pop boy group ONEUS on their La Dolce Vita World Tour.
The Crowd Goes Wild as Ari Abdul Sets Foot in Denver for the ‘God’s Watching’ Tour
It’s safe to say Ari Abdul will always be welcomed in Denver. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, the 23-year-old singer-songwriter grew up with Ecuadorian, Costa Rican, and Palestinian parents who shared their passion for Latin and classic rock music and brothers who adored hip-hop and metal music. And now? Influenced by the greats in music and encouraged by family and friends, Ari made her debut single in February 2022 and developed a large following of listeners thanks to TikTok.
A Sultry Night In Denver With Destin Conrad
More than halfway through his US tour Submissive, 24-year-old singer-songwriter Destin Conrad lit up Denver, Colorado at The Marquis Theater on March 15th. Hailing from Tampa, Florida, the now R&B singer originally grew an audience from Vine, garnering over 1 million followers.
Katherine Li Sells Out 'love, k the tour' in LA to a Room Full of Hopeless Romantics
The crescent moon on Thursday, March 14 cast a soft glow behind the purple-lit sign of LA’s Moroccan Lounge, complementing the city’s skyscrapers, to set the backdrop of Katherine Li’s sold-out debut headlining tour: love, k the tour. The Indie-pop Chinese singer-songwriter concluded her tour with two back-to-back sold-out shows in LA.
Arlo Parks’ Snowy Yet Enchanting Denver Show
Nothing would stop Arlo Parks' diehard fans from attending her concert — not even the heavy downpour of rain and snow the fans withstood. On March 13, Arlo Parks, a 23-year-old English singer-songwriter based in London, performed at her eighth stop on the My Soft Machine Tour in Denver, Colorado at The Ogden Theater.
The Super Grand Opening Show is a Smash Success for Houston
Off Record Media’s Super Grand Opening Show was proof that Houston’s underground music scene is not only alive but thriving. The showcase, a celebration of Off Record Media’s parlay into hosting live events, took place on Friday, February 23, at the company’s new physical location, Starseed Hostel, and featured three local bands: Superheated Microplastic, Hazy Sky, and Juvenoia.
Tinashe has “Unconditional” Love for Toronto
Tinashe is a musical world-builder for every angle of romance — from telling stories for hopeless romantics, to those in situationships and the heartbroken. Tinashe celebrates her fifth studio album, BB/ANG3L, with a highly anticipated 2024 North American East Coast tour. On Valentine’s Day, Tinashe sold out her Toronto tour stop at The Danforth Music Hall.
sunkis Swings By LA to Light Up the Night
Ringing in the Year of the Dragon, on February 9, 2024, R&B singer Sunkis held the Los Angeles stop of his debut North American tour, Phase 1, at the largest auditorium at the University of California, Los Angeles.
BRATTY Entrances the Hearts of Santa Ana
Starting off the second show of the Tres Tour in North America, Jenny Juárez, aka BRATTY, had a wonderful performance at the Constellation Room in Santa Ana, CA. A large audience of various age groups eagerly waited for the bedroom pop and Mexican-born artist to appear.
Dancing Into The Night: Sammy Virji in Denver
British DJ and electronic music artist Sammy Virji took the stage at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom in Denver on February 10, lighting up the night with his feel-good garage anthems. Praised as a pioneer in the UK garage scene, Virji's magnetic presence promises an unforgettable journey through the realms of electronic, dance, and beyond.
DXMON Gets Candid About Their Debut, Songs, and More
The month of January 2024 saw the rise of new K-Pop groups. With new styles, new concepts, and brand-new music, these groups promised to deliver a never-before-seen experience to their listeners. One of these newly debuted groups is DXMON.