Belift Lab
In a historic moment for K-pop, the seven-member boy band Enhypen concluded their "Fate" world tour with two electrifying concerts at Tokyo Dome, solidifying their place in K-pop history. The concerts held on Wednesday and Thursday at the renowned Tokyo Dome marked a triumphant finale to their tour in Japan.
Guided by their agency Belift Lab, Enhypen's Jungwon, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-Ki showcased an impressive repertoire, enthralling the audience with a total of 26 songs over a 200-minute runtime during both nights. Their performances featured career-defining hits such as "Drunk-Dazed," "Blockbuster," "Future Perfect (Pass the MIC)," "Blessed-Cursed," and "Tamed-Dashed."
To forge a deeper connection with their Japanese fans, the septet graced the stage with several songs in Japanese, including "Make the Change," an exclusive release for their Japanese audience in 2022. A standout moment of the night was their collaboration with the beloved Pokémon character Pikachu, a special stage presented exclusively in Japan, celebrating their "Pokemon Music Collective" project, for which they released "One and Only" in July.
Fresh from their latest album "Dark Blood," the band performed tracks like "Chaconne," "Sacrifice (Eat Me Up)," and "Criminal Love." Concluding the second night was "Blossom," during which the members promised to remain steadfast with their fans despite any future separations.
The significance of Enhypen's two-day concerts at Tokyo Dome cannot be overstated, as the rookie boy band achieved this milestone in less than three years since their debut, marking the shortest duration for a K-pop boy band in history. Tokyo Dome stands as Japan's largest concert venue and a coveted stage for many K-pop artists.
In an emotional statement, Enhypen shared, "It was our dream to be here with Engene (the band's fandom) since our debut, and our dream has come true thanks to you guys. We hope to come back to Tokyo Dome and perform on even bigger stages." They expressed gratitude to Engene, their devoted fanbase, for gifting them this monumental moment.
The "Fate" world tour, which began in Seoul in July, further elevates Enhypen's global presence. Their journey continues as they head to the US in October, where they are set to hold seven concerts across six cities, cementing their status as an international sensation in the vibrant world of K-pop.
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