The 16th KMF 2024 concert on October 6 will mark the end of its 16-year history, featuring new songs and special performances.
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It has been revealed that '16th KMF 2024', which will close its 16-year history this year, is preparing for a performance at Yokohama Arena on October 6. A handwritten message board prepared by Kai from Super Junior and ICEx for fans has been released. Fans are excited about the unprecedented 'KMF' history's best Japan-Korea friendship concert. Artists participating in the '16th KMF 2024', which boasts Japan's best tradition as the strongest rookie gateway of K-POP, including n.SSign, NCT WISH, xikers, ONE N' ONLY, and ICEx, will continue to release new songs from September to October. Fans are eager to know if their favorite artists will perform new songs in the setlist for '16th KMF 2024'. n.SSign is already scheduled to debut their new song 'EVERBLUE', the second single in Japan, on October 9, and they are preparing a special stage with a medley of cover songs from 'KMF' memories, taking on the significant role of closing the show and marking the end of 'KMF' after 16 years. NCT WISH has announced the pre-release song 'Dunk Shot' from their first mini-album 'Steady' on September 9, attracting attention for their six members' unique personalities and stylish choreography. xikers also released their new song 'WITCH' on September 6, surpassing 10 million views on the music video, generating excitement for their new song performance. ONE N' ONLY and ICEx, who will make a friendship appearance for the first time in 'KMF', are also preparing a stage to heat up '16th KMF 2024' with their new songs. The omnibus performance '16th KMF 2024' offers a unique experience to enjoy the new songs and highlights of the next-generation artists from Japan and Korea, creating a thrilling atmosphere of new discoveries and encounters. The 'KMF', which has gained fame as the strongest rookie gateway for 16 years, announced that '16th KMF 2024' on October 6 (Sunday) at Yokohama Arena will be its last event, expressing gratitude to the fans and all involved for their warm support. They are preparing an emotional stage that allows the audience to fully enjoy the joy of 'K-POP for All'. The best director from Korea will oversee the event, creating a setlist that maximizes each artist's charm, including new songs, and presenting a shining stage with unique collaboration performances between Japanese and Korean artists, generating a new legend typical of 'KMF'. Attention is focused on the passionate performances of the strongest rookies leading the 5th generation of K-POP and Generation Z. ■ Performance Overview '～ GFSC Charity Campaign ～ NPO Japan-Korea Cultural Exchange Association 20th Anniversary 16th KMF 2024' 【Venue/Date】October 6, 2024 (Sunday) Yokohama Arena <Part 1> Doors open 13:00 / Show starts 14:00 <Part 2> Doors open 18:00 / Show starts 19:00 【Performers】 <Part 1> NiziU / NCT WISH / xikers / KISS OF LIFE / ALL(H)OURS Special appearance: ONE N' ONLY Special MC: Kai (Super Junior) / RIKU & RYO (NCT WISH) / NATTY & HANEUL (KISS OF LIFE) <Part 2> NiziU / NCT WISH / xikers / KISS OF LIFE / ALL(H)OURS Special appearance: ONE N' ONLY / ICEx ※ICEx will only perform in Part 2. Special MC: Kai (Super Junior) / HAYATO (ONE N' ONLY) / MAKO & MAYA (NiziU) / and more 【Ticket Prices】 ・All seats reserved / Seating reserved 12,800 yen ・Special student support seats (limited to middle and high school students) 5,000 yen ※Stand seating area ※Both the individual and accompanying persons must be middle or high school students, identification required on the day of the event. Prior to general sales, a limited-time advance sale for '16th KMF 2024' has been decided! Application period: September 18, 2024 (Wednesday) 12:00 to September 21, 2024 (Saturday) 23:59 Applications can be made here. Organized by: 16th KMF 2024 Executive Committee Co-organized by: NPO Japan-Korea Cultural Exchange Association (JKCA) Managed and produced by: J.K Dream Co., Ltd. Supported by: GFSC (Good Friends Save the Children) ■ Related Links Official site of the Japan-Korea Cultural Exchange Association.
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