HYBE announces 10 artists for "2024 Weverse Con Festival" lineup, including TWS, ILLIT, BOYNEXTDOOR, &TEAM, fromis_9, imase, Billlie, Chu, JUST B, JD1.
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TWS and imase, "rising stars" representing Japan and Korea, will share the same stage. Today (13th), HYBE announced the first lineup of 10 artists for the "2024 Weverse Con Festival." The festival, to be held on June 15-16 at Incheon Inspire Entertainment Resort, will feature new artists from Korea and abroad, as well as popular artists who delivered impressive performances last year, raising fans' expectations. TWS, who debuted in January, will showcase their unique and refreshing charm on the Weverse concert stage. ILLIT, known as "HYBE's youngest daughter," will make her festival stage debut. The lineup also includes artists who decorated last year's "Weverse Con Festival." BOYNEXTDOOR, who gained attention with a powerful performance despite being on the 12th day of their debut, will present an even more energetic performance. &TEAM, who grew into a global artist, and fromis_9, who captivated fans with a dazzling performance, are also expected to showcase their matured charm. The participation of overseas artists will enrich this year's festival. Japanese artist imase, who sparked a challenge boom with "NIGHT DANCER," will also participate. Billlie, known for captivating fans worldwide with their elaborate story and glamorous performance, will showcase their overwhelming charm. The lineup will be further enriched with the participation of solo artist Chu, and JUST B, who has begun global activities. JD1, the new persona of trot prince Chung Dong-won, will also be a highlight. The second and final lineups will be announced in April. The festival is expected to feature many popular artists, raising fans' anticipation. HYBE will open "Early Bird Tickets" for the "Weverse Con Festival" tomorrow (14th) at 12 p.m. The festival will be held in June, and the lineup of additional artists to be announced in April is also highly anticipated. The festival is a place for popular music integration across genres and generations, and will be held at the Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon Yongjong Island. It will consist of "Weverse Con" indoor performances and "Weverse Park" outdoor stages. "Weverse Con" will be held at the Inspire Arena, the first multi-purpose indoor performance venue in Korea, providing an immersive viewing experience. "Weverse Park" will be set up on the lawn of the Discovery Park, showcasing a stage newly arranged with an "all-live band," a rare sight in K-POP performances.
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