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Billlie Brings Their Grand America Tour to a Spectacular Close in Los Angeles
Los Angeles was buzzing with energy as fans gathered for the highly anticipated final night of Billlie’s Our FLOWERLD (Belllie've You) Grand America Tour. The packed venue radiated excitement, with fans singing along to their favorite tracks and waving lightsticks even before the show began. It was clear that this wasn’t just any concert—it was the culmination of a journey, one that fans and the group were determined to make unforgettable.
‘Here We Go Again’ Reliving the Moments From JUNNY’s ‘dopamine’ Tour Stop in LA
Korean Canadian singer-songwriter JUNNY returned to Los Angeles on his dopamine tour, marking a special homecoming. In 2022, he first performed in the city on his blanc tour at 1720, before returning for K-PLAY! FEST, and a show at Catch One Matches by Bloom, with Koven Wei and Ethan Low. On Sunday, November 10, JUNNY took the stage once again at 1720, where fans packed the venue, filling it all the way to the back doors.
KIRE: ‘The Kid Who Flew’ From Taiwan to LA
Taiwanese pop-R&B and hip-hop artist KIRE took the stage at the Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, as part of his The Kid Who Flew World Tour Ch. 1. The night was filled with a mix of sensuality, energy, and interactive moments, blending music, comedy, and even a bit of matchmaking.
The evening kicked off with a VIP meet-and-greet, where fans had the chance to meet KIRE, take photos with him, and share their excitement for the night ahead. As the crowd continued to file in, R&B singer Chloe Tang, accompanied by DJ Tima Dee, took the stage to open the show. Tang’s sultry, soulful melodies quickly set the mood, with the audience clearly vibing to her smooth sound.
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.
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 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.
A New Chapter in L.A.: SAAY’s First U.S. Concerts
When it comes to artists who seamlessly blend originality with emotional depth, SAAY stands at the forefront. It is clear that she is a trailblazer with a vision that is both captivating and inspiring. SAAY is not just an artist; she is a phenomenon that is reshaping the musical landscape. SAAY performed her first L.A. show as a part of the 2024 Live in America tour to eager fans.
HOHYUN's Concert Debut: A Night of Core Memories for Artist & Fans
Fans eagerly waited for the show to start — it was clear that R&B soloist HOHYUN’s first headline show was going to be one to remember. Jason Hohyun Lee, widely known as HOHYUN, is a Korean-American artist based in Los Angeles, who rose to popularity with his song, “SUNSET BOULEVARD” back in 2022 amassing over 10 million streams on Spotify. He has been making music for a little over four years, with the release of his first EP back in 2019 titled Stage Fright.
P1Harmony Closes ‘UTOP1A’ Tour with a Spectacular Sold-Out Show at Kia Forum
Closing out the final stop of their UTOP1A tour, P1Harmony fans, P1ECE, eagerly filled the sold-out Kia Forum for a night that was truly going to be one to remember. Debuting in 2020, P1Harmony is a South Korean boy band that has been captivating audiences worldwide with their unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and pop, in combination with powerful performances and relatable lyrics. Known for their top hits like “Do It Like This” and “JUMP,” the members — Keeho, Theo, Jiung, Intak, Soul, and Jongseob — bring diverse talents and personalities that has earned them a dedicated global fanbase.
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.
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.
Feeling ‘Like The First Time’ with Jimmy Brown and Rovv in Los Angeles
November 13 finally arrived. Fans eagerly waited in line outside of 1720 in Los Angeles for the much-anticipated Like The First Time North American Tour of Korean R&B artist Jimmy Brown with hip-hop artist Rovv.
JUNE Returns to the El Rey Theatre for ‘JUNEtober’ in LA
The El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif. came alive on October 10 with a groovy and electrifying performance from JUNE (이준상), a Korean R&B singer-songwriter, composer, and producer. JUNE began his journey as a trainee under Big Hit Entertainment, contributing to the songwriting and composing for BTS and Suran, Eventually, he moved to Planetarium Records and became a part of PLT. Now, he has taken the leap into independence.
Rolling Quartz Brings Rock ‘N’ Roll Paradise to Los Angeles
On Saturday, May 13, Korean rock band Rolling Quartz took the stage by storm at their sold-out show at Catch One in Los Angeles, California.
SHAUN ‘On The Road’ To LA
On Friday, April 14, South Korean singer-songwriter and record producer SHAUN performed at 1720 in Los Angeles to kick off his first North American tour, On The Road. SHAUN debuted in the indie-rock band, The Koxx, in 2010 and pursued a solo career later in 2016. You may have heard his viral hit single “Way Back Home,” which became a breakthrough moment in his solo career, topping the music charts in South Korea and reaching new fans overseas. Furthermore, he’s worked with big-name artists such as BTS and EXO.
GEMINI Had LA Trippin’ On His Love
On Wednesday, March 22, South Korean R&B artist (rapper and producer) GEMINI performed at 1720 in Los Angeles for his 6th stop on the Still Blue Tour. GEMINI has been on his 10-city North American tour performing in cities like Atlanta and New York which HALSUG had the opportunity to cover.
Interview: Doctor Yizzle’s Latest Single, Inspirations, & more.
Doctor Yizzle is the stage name of Michael Yi, a 23 year old Korean-American rapper born and raised in Los Angeles’ Koreatown. Recently, Doctor Yizzle joined HALSUG’s music network. With the release of his new song, “OH NO!” on August 6th, we spoke with the Doctor himself to gain more insight into his inspirations, aspirations, and personality.