Stray Kids made history with Japan’s first solo stadium show by an overseas male artist, drawing 175,000 fans and announcing Tokyo Dome dates.
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In Japan, Stray Kids made their first appearance on NHK’s "Kohaku Uta Gassen" in 2023, and their Japan 1st EP recorded the fastest million-seller in K-pop boy group history from their Japan debut. Globally, Stray Kids, who have drawn attention from all over the world by successfully completing a world tour of 56 performances in 35 countries and regions, became the first overseas male artist to successfully hold a live concert at the National Stadium (MUFG STADIUM). The live concerts held over two days, Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30, at MUFG STADIUM were held as the Japan performances of the world tour “Stray Kids World Tour.” Holding a solo live concert at MUFG STADIUM was not only the first feat in the history of overseas male artists, but also the first record in the history of K-pop male artists. MUFG STADIUM, packed to overflowing with STAY (the name of the fans) who gathered from all over the country, saw the eight members of Stray Kids appear from the main stage amid deafening cheers, opening with “Hall of Fame.” Moving freely across the runways and stages built to surround the arena area, the members successively performed songs from the early days after their debut, such as “Hellevator,” “District 9,” “Side Effects,” and “Double Knot.” While performing representative songs such as “Back Door,” “MANIAC,” and “God’s Menu” with flashy production and powerful dancing, they gave the world premiere performance on this tour of the lead track “This & That” from the mini album “THIS & THAT,” released on Friday, August 7, which achieved nine consecutive No. 1 debuts on Billboard 200, the main U.S. Billboard album chart. In addition, the Japanese original songs “just a little” and “Shukumei,” which had become popular as tracks on the Japanese 3rd mini album “Hollow,” released last June, were performed for the first time. Member Han said, “It definitely became a day that will remain in my life’s memories,” and Seungmin repeatedly expressed thanks to the gathered STAY, saying, “I still can’t quite feel it, but I am truly filled with gratitude.” Leader Bang Chan said, while expressing thanks, “It is a sight that makes me doubt my eyes. Thank you very much,” and also spoke about future activities and expectations for the Japanese 4th mini album “SUIATSU,” which will be released in November, saying, “The next album will definitely be a masterpiece as well. From here on, we will deliver the best works that will satisfy you.” The live concert, together with spectacular stadium-only production such as fireworks and flames, performed 28 songs in about three hours. Over the two days, 140,000 people were mobilized, and on the 30th, an online live and live viewing were also held. A total of 175,000 people were thrilled, and it achieved great success. Furthermore, after the concert ended, additional Tokyo Dome performances over three days on Friday, November 6, Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8 were announced as a surprise, and the venue was filled with deafening cheers. The Japan performances of this world tour will be held in a total of 10 performances, starting with the National Stadium (MUFG STADIUM), including Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka, and the Tokyo Dome performances announced as a surprise this time, and are scheduled to mobilize a total of 520,000 people. ・Stray Kids surprise-announced additional Tokyo Dome performances! Three days in November ・[PHOTO] Stray Kids return home after finishing their National Stadium performance
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