BLACKPINK, the South Korean pop sensation, has successfully wrapped up their encore concerts in four major North American stadiums and is now heading back to Seoul, where their grand journey began.
On August 26th, local time, BLACKPINK took the stage at the Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, a venue that can accommodate approximately 51,000 attendees. Their performance drew more than double the audience compared to their concert last November at LA's Bank of California Stadium, a testament to their ever-growing popularity.
Kicking off with the powerful "Pink Venom," BLACKPINK mesmerized fans for 115 minutes, delivering a series of mega-hits including "Whistle," "Lovesick Girls," and "Shut Down." The stadium resonated with the cheers and collective singing of their fandom, known as BLINKs.
Each member showcased their unique charm with individual performances, elevating the concert's atmosphere. Following Jisoo's "All Eyes On Me," which was unveiled in New Jersey on August 11th to commemorate BLACKPINK's 7th anniversary, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa also heated up the stage with impeccable solo performances.
The concert was further amplified by the rich band sound that reverberated throughout the stadium. YG Entertainment's expertise in concert production was evident in the meticulous and vibrant stage effects, including colorful lighting, LED displays, and various special effects. The sea of pink light sticks, known as "pyongbongs," waved in unison, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.
BLACKPINK Concludes North American Encore Tour with Record-Breaking Performances, Sets Sights on Seoul Finale
Expressing gratitude, BLACKPINK shared, "It's hard to believe this is our last performance in North America. We're thankful to our members for being with us throughout this nearly year-long tour journey. Thanks to your support, we've had truly heartwarming moments. We'll cherish these memories forever."
The LA concert wasn't the only highlight. Firework displays in New Jersey and San Francisco left lasting impressions. In Las Vegas, the city was illuminated in pink lights in honor of their concert, drawing significant attention.
With nearly 230,000 attendees across their five North American encore tour performances, BLACKPINK made history. They became the first K-pop girl group to perform twice consecutively at MetLife Stadium and were the first global girl group to enter Allegiant Stadium, Oracle Park, and Dodger Stadium.
Having concluded their North American leg, BLACKPINK is now heading back to Seoul to kick off their 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK].' Scheduled for September 16th and 17th, they are set to perform at the Gocheok Dome, becoming the first K-pop girl group to do so. This concert is anticipated to be the grand culmination of their world tour, which has already attracted approximately 1.75 million attendees, setting a new record for K-pop girl groups.
