S.COUPS and Mingyu's CxM held a successful live party in Incheon, captivating 26,000 fans with energetic performances and new songs.
January/26/2026 19:01
The special unit CxM, consisting of SEVENTEEN's S.COUPS and Mingyu, enjoyed a live party with about 26,000 spectators. S.COUPS and Mingyu held the "CxM [DOUBLE UP] LIVE PARTY in INCHEON" at Incheon Inspire Arena from the 23rd to the 25th. The performance sold out on the first day of fan club pre-orders, and online live streaming attracted viewers from 86 countries and regions, including Japan, the USA, Australia, and China. The two performed for about 150 minutes without rest, showcasing nearly 25 songs and heating up the venue with their unique energy. The performance was enveloped in excitement from the start. Opening with "Fiesta," they performed all songs from their 1st mini-album "HYPE VIBES" alongside a live band, including "5, 4, 3 (Pretty woman)," "Worth it," "Earth," and "For you." They also mixed in songs from the SEVENTEEN hip-hop team, such as "Water," "LALALI," and "Monster," as well as solo tracks from their 5th full album, including "Jungle (S.COUPS Solo)" and "Shake It Off (MINGYU Solo)," delivering powerful and explosive energy. New songs premiered during the performance elevated the atmosphere to its peak. Starting with "FEEL" by S.COUPS and Mingyu, the stage continued with unreleased tracks "Sunrise (MINGYU Solo)" and "TOO YOUNG TO DIE (S.COUPS Solo)," eliciting enthusiastic cheers from the audience. Mingyu sang "Like the Beginning (MINGYU Solo)," which he performed at a SEVENTEEN concert eight years ago, showcasing his soft vocals. S.COUPS moved the audience deeply with his self-composed song "Me (S.COUPS Solo)," filled with sincere feelings. The production expanded the world of "HYPE VIBES," featuring an original setting from the opening. Characters "Kute" and "Mante," aliens who visited Earth to fill it with energy through music, were expressed as large sculptures. The stage setup reminiscent of a fashion show runway added freshness. The stage crossing the center of the venue and the seating arrangement surrounding it brought the artists and fans closer, maximizing immersion. Additionally, the support from SEVENTEEN members who visited the venue and the fans' chorus created a "hype" atmosphere in every moment. They expressed, "We created 'HYPE VIBES' dreaming of standing on stage with these songs. The audience completed the stage we imagined." They also shared, "We believe we have gained many experiences for this day. The various emotions felt over the three days have become new learnings for us," and conveyed a message to look forward to the continued growth of S.COUPS, Mingyu, and SEVENTEEN. The "CxM [DOUBLE UP] LIVE PARTY" will continue to be held in major cities both domestically and internationally. S.COUPS and Mingyu plan to hold live parties at Aichi IG Arena on the 31st and February 1st, at Chiba Makuhari Messe on February 5-6, at Busan BEXCO on February 13-14, and at Kaohsiung Arena on April 25-26, meeting local fans.
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