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18,000 Fans Flock to Sunway Lagoon for Electrifying 9 Wave Music Festival on 11 Nov

Monday, November 20, 2023

The 9 Wave Music Festival, hosted at Sunway Lagoon Surf Beach on November 11th, captivated a crowd of 18,000 K-pop fans. This event, organised by Nine XTraw and co-sponsored by Skyline Entertainment, was a vibrant display of K-pop artistry, featuring performances by (G)I-DLE, Henry Lau, EXO's XIUMIN, Girls' Generation's HYOYEON, iKON's Bobby, and SHAUN.

iKON's Bobby set the stage ablaze with his electrifying rap skills. He opened with the aggressive beats of "U MAD" and "Hercules!", transitioning into the rhythmic "Holup!" and the smooth "Tendae." The mood shifted with the emotional "Firework" and "Swim," followed by the high-energy "Break It Down." He concluded his set with the intense "Heart BROKEN PlayBoy," leaving the crowd exhilarated.

SHAUN offered a mix of contemplative and energetic numbers. "Lunisolar" and "Shooting Star" set a dreamy tone, while "Answer" and "Don't Let Me Know" brought a reflective mood. "So Right" and "Closed Ending" showcased his versatility, and "Traveler" added an upbeat rhythm. The performance peaked with "Bad Habits," culminating in the crowd-favorite "Way Back Home," which united the audience in a memorable sing-along.

HYOYEON from Girls' Generation mesmerized with her signature dance moves. The set opened with the visually stunning "Picture," followed by the intense "Deep." "Second" brought a fierce energy, and "Dessert" was a crowd-pleaser with its catchy beat. She wrapped up with the vibrant "Sober," showcasing her dynamic range as a performer.

Henry Lau's set was a showcase of his musical mastery. He opened with the haunting "Trap," followed by the mellow "Summer Sky." "Believer" featured his innovative use of unconventional instruments, while "Radio" and "Monster" highlighted his vocal prowess. The soulful "It's You" led into the romantic "Moonlight," leaving the audience spellbound.

XIUMIN of EXO enchanted fans with his charismatic performance. "Brand New" was a vibrant opener, and "Serenity" showcased his soothing vocals. The heartfelt "Love Letter" was followed by the upbeat "Daisy." "Feedback" added a touch of nostalgia, and he concluded with the inspiring "Beyond," demonstrating his versatility as a solo artist.

The night concluded with a powerful performance by (G)I-DLE. The sultry "Queencard" and "Nxde" set an assertive tone, followed by the energetic "Pop/Stars." "My Bag" and "Tomboy" highlighted their unique style, and the performance concluded with the anthemic "Never Stop Me," leaving the audience on a high note.(G)I-DLE closed the show with their hit "QUEENCARD," creating an electrifying atmosphere. Their interaction with the fans, responding to the energy of the crowd, was a fitting end to the night's performances.

The 9 Wave Music Festival was a magnificent celebration of K-pop, with each artist bringing a unique flavor to the stage. The variety of songs, from upbeat anthems to emotional ballads, ensured that there was something for every fan. The event not only showcased the talents of these artists but also the unifying power of music, leaving fans with memories to cherish and a yearning for more such spectacular events in the future.

2023 iKON World Tour Take Off - Kuala Lumpur

iKON's Explosive Energy Rocks Fans at '2023 World Tour Take Off' in Kuala Lumpur'

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

iKON returned to Kuala Lumpur for their much-awaited "2023 iKON World Tour Take Off" concert on 22 July, and it was an extraordinary night that will be etched in the memories of both the members and their Malaysian fans for years to come. The excitement was palpable as fans eagerly gathered to welcome the group back to Malaysia after five long years.

The concert kicked off with a bang, as the stage lit up with energy during the electrifying performances of "Tantara," "Sinosijak," and "At Ease." The group's seamless synchronization and powerful vocals immediately captivated the audience, setting the tone for an incredible night.

Additionally, iKON took their fans on a musical journey through their chart-topping hits, including fans' favorites like "Love Scenario," "Rhythm Ta," "Dumb & Dumber," and "Killing Me." Each song was met with enthusiastic fan chants and sing-alongs, creating a sense of unity and joy that filled the arena.

The members' solo performances made the concert even more unique, allowing each individual to shine. DK wowed the audience with his "Kiss Me" dance track while JUNE serenaded them with his soulful voice and guitar during "Want You Back." The collaboration between Bobby and JUNE for "Deep Night" showcased their undeniable chemistry, and Bobby's electrifying solo performance of "HeartBROKEN PlaYboY" uplifted the crowd, infusing the venue with infectious energy. Song impressed the fans with the trot track "Eurachacha," displaying his versatility as an artist.

Towards the end of the "2023 iKON World Tour Take Off" concert in Kuala Lumpur, a heartwarming surprise awaited the members. A special VCR showcased heartfelt messages, and cherished memories from Malaysian iKONICs, leaving iKON visibly moved and the arena filled with a profound sense of love and appreciation. It was a touching display of the deep connection between iKON and their devoted fans, making the concert an unforgettable and emotional experience for everyone present.

During the end ment, the members expressed their gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support and for waiting patiently for their return. Bobby's heartfelt words captured the sentiment of the group: "We had such a good time. Thanks for waiting for us. Five years is a long time, but you guys waited for us. Thank you so much. When we return next time, please welcome us like you did today."

The concert concluded with an explosive medley that left fans yearning for more. The members' energy was infectious, igniting the arena with palpable excitement and leaving the audience with a desire for iKON to return to Malaysia soon.

In conclusion, the 2023 iKON World Tour Take Off in Kuala Lumpur was an unforgettable night of music, emotions, and heartwarming reunions. Despite Jay's absence on stage due to military service, his presence was felt through the thoughtful VCRs that integrated him into each performance, further highlighting the bond between iKON and their fans. The members' genuine interactions with their fans and exceptional performances made the concert a unique and extraordinary experience. As the night ended, fans left with hearts full of gratitude and excitement, eagerly awaiting the day when iKON would again grace our shores.

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WkndFest To Bring 6 K-POP Acts to Malaysia: Happening on 30 August!

Monday, July 29, 2019

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iKON, Mamamoo, Momoland, (G)I-DLE and more Are Coming to Malaysia on 1 Sep for Wkndfest Vol.1: KPOP Edition!

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

The first line-up for Wkndfest Vol.1: K-POP Edition has been unveiled. Wkndfest, the up and coming event organiser announces iKON, Mamamoo, Momoland and G(I)-DLE will be featured in the festival taking place on 1st September at Axiata Arena.

Wkndfest Vol.1: K-POP Edition Details:

Seating Plan

Date: 1 September 2019 (Sunday)
Time: 2PM - 11PM
Venue: Axiata Arena
Ticket Price: RM888 (CAT 1), RM788 (CAT 2), RM758 (CAT 3), RM538 (CAT 4), RM488 (CAT 5), RM358 (CAT 6)
Online sales: 12 June 2019, 1PM @ myticket.asia

Performers: iKON, Mamamoo, Momoland and G(I)-DLE

Line up: iKON

Line up: MAMAMOO

Line-up: (G)I-DLE

Line up: MOMOLAND

About Wkndfest
Founded in December 2018, WkndFest is created to provide the ultimate live music experience focusing on a specific genre each time wanting to create a tailored experience for music lovers everywhere.

The brainchild of Khairul Anwar, Amirul Hafiz and Shahrin Kamaruzaman; Wkndfest came to life with the sole purpose of bringing together music lovers from all around Malaysia to enjoy live music events from different genres every year. Making this the first instalment of Wkndfest’s music experience, the genius trio are already working towards launching 3 Wkndfest series by 2020 focusing on K-Pop, Hip-Hop and Pop.

“As music lovers ourselves, we were inspired to organise quarterly music events with a focus on different genres each so we could touch various music communities. It’s the embodiment of an exhilarating atmosphere where these hardcore supporters come together and catch their favourite artists under one roof making it the ultimate music experience.” said Khairul Anwar, Wkndfest Managing Director.

Bringing these well-known music groups together as part of the first installment of the Wkndfest experience was an intentional move by the Wkndfest founders having experienced and observed the intensity of a K-Pop environment themselves.

“We can’t think of a better genre to start our first WkndFest event than with K-pop as we’ve seen an immense interest and following over the years. Having been inspired by the passion of K-Pop fans and how incredible it’s being embraced internationally, we thought it the genre represented the current trend of today’s music.” said Amirul Hafiz, Wkndfest Executive Director.

With plans to release more artist lineups, Wkndfest will announce ot within the next couple of months to ensure that Malaysians and K-Pop fans around the Southeast Asia region have an unparalleled moment with their favourite performers.

“We’re excited to have the opportunity to bring down as many talented artists from South Korea for our first ever Wkndfest event. Definitely the first of many to come.” said Shahrin Kamaruzaman, Operation Director.

For more information about the event, check out Wkndfest Facebook page or official website.

iKON parties up at Skechers Sundown Festival 2019

Thursday, April 25, 2019

iKON greeted iKONics in Singapore for the fourth time, as one of the headliners for Skechers Sundown Festival 2019! Along with DJ acts Hoaprox and DJ Moe, the exciting event was held at Siloso Beach, Sentosa. Members of iKON, B.I, Bobby, Jinhwan, Ju-ne, Yunhyeong, Donghyuk and Chanwoo performed on the last day and ended off our long Good Friday weekend with a bang!

Kicking off their set with their oh-so-recognizable Love Scenario, the audience sang at the top of their voices; showing their enthusiasm after a two-month wait. An iKONic or not, we’re sure the audience enjoyed iKON’s biggest hit to their hearts’ content! The seven boys then took everyone a trip down the memory lane with My Type.

Much to everyone’s anticipation, the members finally greeted the hyped audience in fluent English. No strangers to our island, they expressed how much they missed Singapore with statements like “We really miss you guys” and “Long time no see, Singapore”. Leader B.I even made everyone laugh as he ended off with “Have a nice day”! The YG boys continued the night with nostalgic singles BLING BLING and Rhythm Ta. They put out an overwhelming of energy, looking at how the audience were enjoying.

Even on a humid Sunday night, the boys displayed their professionalism by never showing a sign of fatigue. They did tease fans a little, though – when Jinhwan commented “It’s super hot” during their second ment, Bobby suggested him to remove his clothes, which the former complied by opening the top of his shirt! Needless to say, this mischievous action received screams from the crowd.

As much as everyone couldn’t bear to, it was time for iKON to end the fun with B-DAY and Dumb & Dumber. We’re sure the boys gained a couple more fans this time, by exposing themselves to an audience beyond their usual iKONics!

We would like to thank Sundown Festival for the invitation. Check out GOkpop's Facebook page for more pictures of iKON at Skechers Sundown Festival 2019.

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Catch iKON at Sketchers Sundown Festival in Singapore on 21 April

Thursday, April 04, 2019

iKON to perform at Utopia Stage on 21 April

Asia’s definitive music and arts festival, Skechers Sundown Festival is back in Singapore for its 10th edition, featuring more than 50 music artistes on 3 stages over 3 days. Mega KPOP star, iKON is set to perform on 21st April which is the 3rd and last day of the festival. Korean hip-hop trio MFBTY (Tiger JK, Yoon Mi-rae, Bizzy) and DJ Soda however will join the festival on 20 April.

Held at Siloso Beach Sentosa, the event ground is staged to showcase a vibrant wonderland. Festival goers have the option of flitting between the three main stages, named Utopia, Nirvana, and Eden, with utmost ease.

Sketchers Sundown Festival Details:

Date | Time: 19 April, 3PM - 21 April 2019, 11PM
Venue: Siloso Beach Sentosa, Singapore

K-performers: DJ Soda (20 April - Utopia Stage), MFBTY (20 April - Nirvana Stage), iKON (21 April - Utopia Stage)

Ticketing charges:

3-day pass: $160
2-day pass: $130
1-day pass: $70
Tickets purchased at the door: $85

Tickets can be purchased at www.sundownfestival.sg. All participants must be at least 16 years of age.

Greetings from iKON:

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About Sketchers Sundown Festival 2019

Organised by Red Spade Entertainment and presented by Skechers, the festival's tagline, “Asia Music Wonderland”, aims to unite people with curious and imaginative spirits. Designed for anyone with a love for Asian music and its diverse entertainment scene, the festival is programmed to celebrate all things Asian, and promote its values and spirit during the 3D2N event — through music, food, art, and culture.

Korean Hip-Hop Trio, MFBTY to perform on 20 April at Nirvana Stage

With more than 50 Asian artists at the NC-16 festival, and fronted by veteran music artists, the stages are set to be lit. Look forward to the heavy metal prowess of Crossfaith (Japan) and DJ Laidback Luke (Philippines), hip-hop tunes from MFBTY (South Korea) and Higher Brothers(China), and the melodic crooning from Charlie Lim (Singapore). Other performers include DJ KoFlow (Singapore), DJ Shogun (Taiwan), Henry Fong (China), and many more artists listed on www.sundownfestival.sg.

The 10th edition of Skechers Sundown Festival also aims to bring the festival to the global community. M17 Entertainment — Sundown Festival’s digital partner — will send six of their best-performing streamers to Siloso Beach Sentosa for the event, ensuring that a wider network of people is able to participate in the fun via live streaming. IVI, their established all-female pop act will be making their debut in Singapore at Sundown Festival and the other top five streamers will compete for a performing slot through an online competition on 17 Media app.

Line-up for 3 days

To cap off the festival vibes, there will be 50 spaces allocated to Freedom Camp, where enthusiasts can pitch their own tent for the duration of the festival. Alternatively, enjoy a lap of luxury at Campville, a dedicated 3D2N full-board glamping experience. The plush bell tents will be furnished with four single beds, fresh linen and towels, and accommodate up to four people per tent. Each tent will also come with a carton of beer and two bottles of champagne for the perfect evening unwind. Limited to 50 luxury tents only.

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A memorable night of iKON x SAMSUNG in Singapore

Monday, March 04, 2019

In celebration of Samsung Galaxy’s tenth anniversary, worldwide renown iKON has once again hit Singapore’s sunny shores last Thursday evening (21st February) for Samsung Galaxy’s “Unleash Next Gen Bold” event hosted at Resorts World Sentosa.

The South Korean boy group aggrandized the launch of Samsung’s upcoming state-of-the-art innovations, the Galaxy S10, S10e, and S10+. Their ever-supportive fans, iKONics, had turned the event into a red sea even prior to the start of the event. Before, their idols could step foot on stage, the audience was first introduced to the brand new Samsung Galaxy S10+, much enhanced from its forerunner, including upgrades like a triple-lens camera, Wireless PowerShare and more. All while the cheers of the fans were comparable to that of their solo concert in Singapore last November despite the event being private.

Fans were eager to see their idols as soon as the presentation ended, the night kicked off with their catchy hit “Love Scenario”. The grand crowd at the private event amounting to a whopping 1,500 cheered them on throughout, leaving the septet a bundle of cheery smiles.

When the crowd favorite finally came to an end, the talk section set for about 20 minutes began. Being a well-known avid gamer in the industry, member Chan-woo was smiling from ear to ear, as he spoke about the release of the Fortnite limited-edition skin and emote that features himself. In this same line of thought, for an exclusive period of time, a unique Fortnite in-game iKONIC outfit and a Chan-woo scenario emote will be made exclusively available for patrons of Galaxy S10 and S10+.

Shortly after, the members in lieu of the the contents of the event, started to have a discussion on what was their favorite feature of the new device. One of the members, Jin-hwan revealed that his preferred feature was that of the camera that could take selfies in a pretty manner as well as the triple, wide-angle lens that could be utilized well to take group photos together as 7 members. In accordance, they also showed their best selfie poses to the crowd.

They proceeded to take a group photo with the crowd as their segment was coming to an end soon. They then performed final songs “Bling Bling” and “Killing Me”, maintaining the high tension and energy throughout running to corners of the stage. As they thanked their fans, they proceeded to provide top-class fan service, offering to take selfies with fans’ phones or proceeding to high-five the fans up front.

Although it was only a one-hour event, the bittersweet parting with IKON was definitely a memorable and mesmerising night for fans of IKON, IKONics, ending with the members wishing that they have another chance to be able to visit Singapore again soon.

We would like to thank SAMSUNG for the invitation.

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Samsung Celebrates 10 Years of the Galaxy and the Launch of Galaxy S10 | S10+ with KPOP Sensation iKON

Friday, February 22, 2019

iKON performed 'Love Scenario' & 'Killing Me' at the "Unleash Next Gen Bold" Event

To celebrate 10 years of Galaxy and the launch of its latest product innovation, the Galaxy S10 and S10+ in Singapore, Samsung held the Unleash Next Gen Bold event at Resorts World Theatre yesterday evening (21 February 2019). The exclusive event saw the unveiling of the latest member of the Galaxy S series together with a performance by K-pop sensation iKON.

iKON x iKONIC groupfie, using Samsung latest product the Galaxy S10

At the Unleash Next Gen Bold event, over 1,500 Samsung and iKON fans had a chance to experience the revolutionary features of the Galaxy S10 and S10+ at various product zones. They got to watch a live performance by iKON, where fans also had the opportunity to take group selfies together with iKON using the Galaxy S10’s Ultra Wide Lens.

Samsung made an exclusive Fornite skin for people who purchase the Galaxy S10 | S10+
The skin is based on iKON's maknae, Chanwoo

iKON fans got to see a side of their idols they have never seen before, while a number of lucky fans took home special momentos and iKON merchandise. In addition, as part of a collaboration between Samsung, iKON and Fortnite, an exclusive Fortnite in-game iKONIC outfit and a Chan-woo scenario emote will also be exclusively available only for Galaxy S10 and S10+ customers.

iKON @ Red Carpet
You can visit Galaxy Studio starting today to experience Samsung latest Galaxy devices

As part of the Samsung Galaxy series’ 10th anniversary celebrations, Samsung will also be holding the Singapore leg of Galaxy Studio for consumers from 22 February 2019. Galaxy Studio will comprise of themed experiential zones and comprehensive product showcase areas, where consumers can enjoy and experience for themselves the all-round multimedia features of the latest Samsung Galaxy devices, through a slew of delightful and immersive activities.

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iKON’s up with Love Scenario! 💕✨#iKON #iKONinSG pic.twitter.com/bvY84fTV2U
— gokpop (@goKPOP) February 21, 2019

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credit: Samsung Singapore

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