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The Lollapalooza 2023 music festival witnessed an electrifying showcase of talent as K-pop groups NewJeans and Tomorrow X Together captivated audiences with their sensational performances over the weekend.
Kicking off the festivities on Thursday, NewJeans seized the spotlight with a powerful opening act, sharing the stage with luminaries like Billie Eilish and Karol G. The five-member group, celebrating its first anniversary just last month, held the audience of 70,000 in rapt attention during their 45-minute set. Amidst a lineup boasting music heavyweights such as Noah Kahan, Carly Rae Jepsen, Diplo, and Sofi Tukker, NewJeans delivered an unforgettable performance, showcasing a medley of 12 fan-favorite tracks. From their debut hit "Attention" (2022) to their latest releases "Super Shy," "ETA," and "Cool With You," the group left an indelible mark on the festival.
NewJeans, a burgeoning force in the K-pop scene, reaffirmed its global stature by achieving a remarkable milestone. Their latest EP "Get Up" soared to the summit of the Billboard 200 albums chart for the second time, firmly cementing their prominence as one of the few K-pop girl groups to accomplish this feat. "Having topped the Billboard 200 with its second EP 'Get Up' and three of its lead tracks on the Hot 100 chart, NewJeans is proving its global influence is growing by the day," expressed the band's agency, ADOR, in a press release.
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On the following day, Saturday's main stage belonged to Tomorrow X Together, the dynamic boy band nurtured under the guidance of BTS's agency since their 2019 debut. As co-headliners alongside the duo Odesza, the five-member ensemble delivered a mesmerizing showcase that resonated with fans and critics alike.
With a repertoire of 20 hit songs, Tomorrow X Together took the audience on a journey through their chart-topping discography, including crowd-favorites like "0X1=Lovesong (I Know I Love You)" (2021), "Can't You See Me?" (2020), and "Good Boy Gone Bad" (2022). Collaborating with hip-hop artist Coi Leray, the group delivered a vibrant rendition of "Happy Rools," a track released earlier this year.
In an unforgettable moment, Tomorrow X Together premiered their live performance of "Do It Like That," a remarkable collaboration with U.S. songwriters Jonas Brothers, released on July 7. The performance underscored the band's ability to seamlessly bridge international boundaries through their music.
This milestone appearance marks Tomorrow X Together as the second K-pop act to claim headliner status at Lollapalooza, a distinction previously achieved by BTS member J-Hope in the previous year. As the festival drew to a close, the resounding impact of these K-pop sensations echoed through the city, leaving an indelible mark on the vibrant music landscape of Chicago and beyond.
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