YG Entertainment’s latest girl group, BABYMONSTER, has kicked off their debut fan meeting tour with a resounding success, starting in Tokyo. The group recently shared behind-the-scenes footage from their Tokyo concert, held on the 15th, showcasing their journey and the overwhelming support they received.
As they embarked on their first overseas schedule, the airport was teeming with fans eagerly awaiting BABYMONSTER’s arrival. The members, buoyed by the enthusiastic cheers and farewells, quickly settled into their new environment. Their initial nervousness was swiftly replaced by a professional focus as they dived into rehearsals, impressing everyone with their dedication.
The day of the fan meeting finally arrived, and the venue was packed with local fans eager to see BABYMONSTER live for the first time. Fans took commemorative photos at the designated photo zone, striking the group’s signature poses and creating a warm, anticipatory atmosphere.
BABYMONSTER members couldn’t hide their excitement either. Each member found their own way to calm their nerves before taking the stage with strong determination. They opened with “SHEESH,” receiving a standing ovation and explosive cheers from the audience. The group showcased a variety of performances, including songs from their repertoire and debut reality show stages, raising the energy levels of the fans.
The energy at the venue remained high throughout BABYMONSTER’s live performances. Their stage presence was overwhelming, and during talk time, they charmed the fans by communicating fluently in Japanese, further showcasing their ‘all-rounder’ qualities.
The next day, the group’s abundant energy continued into their second performance. Over the course of two days, BABYMONSTER performed for approximately 26,000 fans. They expressed their gratitude, saying, “We were touched by how you enjoyed our songs and dances together. Thank you so much for allowing us to finish happily until the end.”
BABYMONSTER is currently demonstrating their overwhelming ticket power through their debut fan meeting tour ‘[BABYMONSTER PRESENTS: SEE YOU THERE]’. Due to overwhelming demand, they recently added an additional performance on July 31st, increasing their originally scheduled two performances (July 30th and 31st) in Kobe, Japan to three, despite it being a weekday.
As a result, BABYMONSTER will be connecting with more fans across a total of six cities in Asia with ten performances. The group’s ability to sell out shows and add additional dates speaks volumes about their growing popularity and the strong support from their fanbase.
In addition to their fan meeting tour, BABYMONSTER will unveil an exclusive performance video for their mini-album track ‘LIKE THAT’ on May 31 at midnight. YG Entertainment announced the release of the performance video, which executive producer Yang Hyun-suk decided to create in response to the global fans’ love. The video will feature the group’s sophisticated styling in black suits, showcasing their unique aura. Viewers can expect compelling expressions, chic gestures, and the distinctive charm of each of the seven members. The simple white background contrasted with striking red typography adds to the intrigue.
BABYMONSTER previously debuted the ‘LIKE THAT’ performance at their ‘[BABYMONSTER PRESENTS: SEE YOU THERE]’ fan meeting in Tokyo, Japan, on the 11th and 12th of this month. The group’s addictive key choreography and groovy dance moves received an explosive response from global fans, raising anticipation for how this performance will be captured in the exclusive video.
‘LIKE THAT’ is a song gifted to BABYMONSTER by the renowned artist Charlie Puth, drawing significant attention. The song features sophisticated sounds paired with the members’ smooth vocals and rapping, providing a thrilling experience for listeners. The track has received praise from global fans and has ranked high on charts such as Spotify and QQ Music.
Meanwhile, BABYMONSTER is currently conducting their debut fan meeting tour ‘[BABYMONSTER PRESENTS: SEE YOU THERE],’ with all 26,000 seats sold out for their Tokyo shows. The tour will continue on June 8 in Jakarta, Indonesia, June 15 in Singapore, June 23 in Taipei, and June 29-30 in Bangkok, Thailand. In August, they will perform at Japan’s largest music festival, ‘Summer Sonic 2024,’ engaging with global music fans.
