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Tori Kelly Leaves Houston Fans Awestruck
A line of fans wrapped around the House of Blues as they waited for doors to open for the Houston stop of Tori Kelly’s Purple Skies Tour. The half-Puerto Rican-Jamaican singer-songwriter sold out the show just hours before she was set to take the stage. Fans interviewed revealed that they had been waiting for her to come back to Houston since her Hiding Place tour in 2018. She didn’t make those fans wait any longer than they had to, as she ended up starting the show ahead of schedule.
María Becerra Ends Her U.S. Tour in Houston
Fans waited for hours outside White Oak Music Hall in the pouring rain for María Becerra’s final U.S. show on her World Tour 24 in Houston, Texas. Houston fans had been waiting for her to visit the city since the release of her first album Animal in 2021. The Argentinian pop star and eight time Latin Grammy nominee started the tour in March in her home country of Argentina where the tour will eventually come to a close. The tour included nine stops in the United States, including three stops in Texas alone, and is set to continue in Mexico.
Colde Makes His “PRINT” on Anaheim at the House of Blues
Nearing the end of his North American Tour, K-R&B artist Colde made his way down to the House of Blues Anaheim to give a performance that was nothing less than amazing!
Kim Heesoo, better known as Colde, first gained recognition as part of the indie duo offonoff. Colde's solo career took off with the release of his debut EP Wave in 2018, showcasing his soulful voice and unique approach to music. His introspective lyrics and mellow production quickly resonated with fans, helping him carve a distinct space in the Korean music scene.
Ginger Root Brings Retro Back to Houston
Fans in Halloween costumes filled White Oak Music Hall as they waited to see Ginger Root perform the first show in what he called the “Texas week” of his SHINBANGUMI tour. The indie-soul singer decided that Texas was so big that he needed to perform in five different Texas cities in order to please his fans. He wasn’t wrong as, despite there being three consecutive shows happening in the venue on Saturday, his show was still packed to the brim with cheering fans.
Loossemble Links Up with Fans, Closing Out Their North America Tour
Fans arrived early and full of excitement for the final stop of Loossemble’s Up Link Station tour in LA, filling the streets with lines stretching around the venue before doors even opened. Their dedicated fan base, known as C.Loo, gathered hours in advance, with vibrant lightsticks and voices as they danced along to Loossemble’s songs in anticipation. The crowd’s energy radiated through the venue, building a palpable sense of excitement that would only grow as the group took the stage to deliver a truly unforgettable night.
eaJ Ignites Hollywood Bowl: The Perfect Kickoff to Imagine Dragons’ ‘LOOM’ Tour
On October 23, under the star-studded sky of Los Angeles, eaJ (Jae Park) brought his electrifying stage presence to the Hollywood Bowl, setting the scene as the opening act for Imagine Dragons' LOOM tour. As fans packed into the iconic amphitheater, anticipation buzzed in the air, and eaJ’s arrival on stage was met with waves of cheers. His music and performance resonated deeply with the audience, who were immediately drawn into his dynamic world of sound and emotion. It was the perfect way to ignite an epic night of live music, paving the way for Imagine Dragons' headlining act with unmistakable energy.
Travis Japan Returns to Los Angeles for a Sold-Out Show on the ‘Road to A’ World Tour
Tokyo-based J-Pop group Travis Japan had a line of Traja-tan (fandom name) from the El Rey Theatre wrapped around the block down the side of the Korean Cultural Center. No wonder – the group sold out their October 14 stop of the Travis Japan World Tour 2024: Road to A in Los Angeles along with the other stops of their first-ever world tour. The group is made up of seven members including Chaka, Shime, Genta, Noel, Machu, Shizu, and Umi who lit up the stage in the familiar city.
Wasia Project Enchants Their Sold Out Audience for the First Night of Their 2-Day Stop in LA
The energy was palpable, with lines stretching down the streets of Hollywood long before doors opened. Creating an anticipatory atmosphere as people discussed their favorite songs, the crowd was ready for an unforgettable night with the Wasia Project for their Isotope Tour.
Denver Welcomes PIAO: A Charismatic Opening for Mariana’s Trench
On October 15, opening for the Canadian pop-rock band, Mariana’s Trench on their THE FORCE OF NATURE TOUR, PIAO took the stage at Denver’s Summit Music Hall. With her contagious energy, she captivated the audience from the moment she stepped on stage, leaving a lasting impression on Denver concertgoers. Her performance set the perfect tone for the night, getting the crowd fully charged and ready for the night of music ahead.
From Bangladeshi Rock to Angsty Pop to Shoegaze: A Night at Ghengis Cohen
At 7 PM, the neon lights of Los Angeles’ Ghengis Cohen sign illuminated, signaling a night full of music was about to begin. As you walk into the bustling Chinese restaurant, warm-toned orange lighting and lanterns dangle above the dimly lit tables. Just before that at the bar, artists and music lovers waited in anticipation for the show. To the right, a door led into a dark, intimate space where only the stage glowed in pink lights.
A Sea of Emotions: wave to earth at the Wiltern
In celebration of their newest album play with earth! 0.03, the K-Indie rock band wave to earth rode off its momentum during their performance at the Wiltern in Los Angeles. With the standing pit and box seats completely filled, everyone was ready for a night of beautiful musicality.
Weeekly Leaves LA in ‘BLISS’ as They Close Out Their North American Tour
Closing out their nine-stop <WU (Weeekly University)> tour, Weeekly made their way to the iconic Teragram Ballroom to meet their LA fans.
MICO Brings His Toronto Charm to Houston
As soon as doors opened, fans rushed into White Oak Music Hall’s Upstairs room to secure their spots for MICO’s first show in Houston. The Filipino-Canadian singer who rose to prominence on TikTok, played three back-to-back shows in Texas starting in Dallas and ending in Houston, where he performed for a sold out crowd of screaming fans. If non-stop touring had any effect on him, you couldn’t tell by his performance. MICO gave his Houston fans a night full of laughter and pure energy, leaving them dancing until their feet hurt.
Krazy Super Concert Finally Touches Down in Southern California and Doesn’t Disappoint
After a seven-month postponement, the long-awaited Krazy Super Concert finally touched down in Long Beach with a packed lineup featuring artists like aespa, ZEROBASEONE, AKMU, BamBam, SUNMI, and CL spanning over two nights and was hosted by singer and Korean personality, Kim Jong Kook.
Interview: Lee Young Ji Gives Her All on the First Night of Her Debut US Tour
Preceding the release of her debut EP, 16 Fantasy, and the success of her first #1 charting song, “Small Girl,” the world has seen 22-year-old Lee Young Ji become a prominent figure in the K-Hip Hop scene. And when asked about how she keeps herself grounded while navigating the industry, she mentioned it hasn’t been easy. She describes her journey and mind, as she continues to find her place in the industry, to be very “messy” and “unstable,” and she isn’t one to stay humble. She understands and appreciates her successes and makes sure that there are even times to be chaotic and “all over the place” since that is what life is all about. Later, when asked about the inspiration behind her EP, she mentioned how the album is a representation of the brave and reckless 16-year-old Young Ji, and how she continues to inspire herself to be as courageous as her younger self despite learning and growing more as not only a person but an artist. She proceeded to mention how the song “Unknown Guy” is her favorite song off the EP.
MICO Pours His Heart Out in a Memorable Opening Night
As the sun set in Los Angeles, the lights in the renowned Echoplex were turning on to prepare for the first stop of MICO’s Cancel Your Plans tour. Fans excitedly awaited the entrance of MICO, foreshadowing a memorable night.
Sinéad Harnett Plays Her First Sold Out Show in Houston
Fans filled The Bronze Peacock from wall to wall, waiting to see Sinéad Harnett play her first ever show in Houston. While she has done one-off shows in Dallas and LA, her Boundaries Tour marks the Thai-Irish, R&B singer’s first full length tour in the United States, and it was clear Houston fans had been eager to see her since her debut in 2013 as the show was completely sold out.
ARTMS Creates an Unforgettable Atmosphere in Los Angeles
ARTMS made an everlasting impression during their Moonshot World Tour in Los Angeles with a concert that fans will not soon forget. From the moment the VCR was introduced and the members lit up the screens, the crowd erupted in cheers, setting the tone for an evening filled with high-energy and emotional performances.
ARTMS Bring the Heat to Houston
The minute the lights dimmed inside Bayou Music Center, fans were screaming and waving their lightsticks around as they waited for ARTMS to hit the stage. The K-Pop girl group brought their Moonshot World Tour to Houston on Sunday, marking their first time in the city as ARTMS. The three members — JinSoul, Kim Lip, and Choerry — visited the city earlier in the year as the sub-unit ODD EYE CIRCLE and all of the members first came to Houston in 2022 as part of the girl group, LOONA.
FLOW Brings Their Long-Awaited ‘Anime Shibari’ World Tour to Austin
FLOW headbands and rainbow lightsticks filled ACL Live as fans waited in anticipation for Japanese rock band FLOW to hit the stage. The wildly successful band made their stop in Austin for one of the last shows on their Anime Shibari World Tour. The tour is a celebration of the band’s musical contributions to anime with a setlist comprised entirely of songs featured in popular anime.