Courtesy of SM Entertainment
In a dazzling display of musical prowess and unmatched energy, K-pop sensation NCT concluded their 2023 Japan tour with a spectacular grand finale at Tokyo's Ajinomoto Stadium on September 16-17. The tour, titled "NCT STADIUM LIVE NCT NATION: To The World-in-JAPAN," embarked on a whirlwind of success, featuring sold-out performances at Nagai Stadium in Osaka on September 9-10, captivating a total audience of 220,000 fervent fans.
Their Tokyo concert witnessed an electrifying setlist, commencing with hits like "The 7th Sense," "Take Off," and "BOOM," paving the way for a four-hour spectacle featuring around 40 songs. Eagerly anticipated tunes like "Black on Black," "Baggy Jeans," "The BAT," and "Golden Age" had the audience enraptured, contributing to an unforgettable performance.
Adding to the excitement, NCT NEW TEAM, the final sub-unit of this multinational K-pop boy group, elicited enthusiastic responses from the crowd while presenting the group’s pre-debut release, "Hands Up."
Expressing gratitude for their remarkable journey, NCT shared, "It was a monumental dream for us to take the stage at a Japanese stadium, and the fact that our dream has now become a reality is both surreal and deeply meaningful. We are overjoyed to have wrapped up this journey with such success." Looking ahead, they conveyed their aspirations, expressing hopes to grace even larger stadiums and deliver even more remarkable performances.
Kang Byung-joon, the general director of NEO Productions, the producer behind NCT, reflected on the tour's significance, emphasizing how it provided a platform to showcase NCT's unique identity and charms to a broader audience. He affirmed their dedication to supporting and guiding NCT towards even greater achievements in the future.
NCT, a groundbreaking K-pop boy group known for its expansive membership and multiple sub-units, has steadily risen to fame since their debut in 2016. Their futuristic music styles and global concerts have firmly established their presence in the entertainment landscape, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of fans worldwide.
Sayart.net
Kang In sig, insig6622@naver.com
