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The stage was set for a remarkable night as 2nd generation K-Pop icon Bang Yongguk of B.A.P performed at Houston's House of Blues. Fans adorned in Bang Yongguk's tour merchandise and holding B.A.P lightsticks flooded the venue, their faces beaming with anticipation. DJ BABYNINE ignited the atmosphere with a vibrant mix of Houston's favorite pop, rap, hip hop, and K-Pop tunes, setting the stage for Bang Yongguk's grand entrance at precisely 8:30pm. As fog filled the stage, the crowd erupted in cheers as DJ BABYNINE welcomed the star of the night. Bang Yongguk launched into his performance with the electrifying track "Off" from his "2" EP, igniting a wave of excitement among the audience. Dressed in dark denim jeans and an oversized zip-up jacket, Bang Yongguk exuded his signature style as he mesmerized the crowd with hits like "Xie Xie," "Ride or Die," "IXLU," and the iconic "RACE." Pausing between sets, Bang Yongguk connected with his fans, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support and the opportunity to meet international audiences. The second half of the show saw Bang Yongguk enchanting the crowd with tracks such as "Journey," "Hikikomori," and "AM 4:44." For the unforgettable encore, Bang Yongguk emerged in denim jeans and his official tour merchandise, adding a touch of local flair with borrowed cowboy hats. With adrenaline pumping, he thrilled the audience with high-energy performances of "Up," "UFO," and the beloved "YAMAZAKI." The night reached its crescendo with an encore rendition of "Race," leaving the Houston crowd exhilarated. The palpable joy shared between Bang Yongguk and his fans was truly heartwarming, leaving everyone hopeful for his swift return to Houston's stage. K Fuse would like to thank YY ENTERTAINMENT and MyMuiscTaste for the incredible opportunity to provide coverage for Bang Yongguk's 2024 Tour. Written and Photographed by Deborah R.

Leading actors of the popular Thai BL series,  Love In The Air , --  Boss  Chaikamon Sermsongwittaya (บอส ชัยกมล เสริมส่งวิทยะ) and  Noeul  Nuttarat Tangwai (โนอึล ณัฐรัชต์ ตังวาย) -- will be making their way to greet fans in Los Angeles and San Francisco in late May! Let us take a moment and get to know our leading actors a little better. Noeul (노을,โนอึล) is a Korean-Thai actor and singer under Me Mind Y. The rookie actor gained global recognition during his debut role in  the Love In the Air  series, where he captivated the audience by playing the role of Rain -- an immature adolescent who would mature over time to prove that he was worthy to stand next to the one he loved. Noeul later made his singing debut on May 18, 2023, with the release of his first single, “ Love Geometry . "  Boss -- similar to his co-star -- is an actor and singer under Me Mind Y who gained global recognition when he took on the role of Phayu in the same Thai BL series,  Love In The Air . His talents extend well beyond the screen as he captivates the hearts of his co-star character and viewers during episode 5 of  Love In The Air  when Phayu serenades Rain with a beautiful silky tone and sincere melody. Boss recently made his solo debut with his first single album, " Shoot  (Choose) Loey," on April 7, 2024. Fans will have the exclusive opportunity to meet their favorite actors up close and personal. So, get ready to join in on an unforgettable experience at the Boss & Noeul California Dream Fan Meet 2024.   From photo opportunities to signed postcards, this event promises to be a dream come true for #BossNoeul fans. Remember to get your  tickets  now so that you do not miss this chance to experience the charisma and charm of Boss and Noeul as they embark on an exciting journey to meet fans in sunny California!

After two years since their last official EP with all of their members, ONEWE has returned as a 5-member group to wow fans with their new release for fans to enjoy. Planet Nine: ISOTROPY was released on April 17, consisting of 6 songs showcasing just how talented the group is. For new fans and returning fans, there is a song made for everyone to enjoy on this album upon listening that draws you back in for more.  ONEWE is a 5-member group who made their initial debut as MAS 0094 under Modern Music in August of 2015. They would later officially debut as ONEWE under RBW on May 13, 2019, with members Yonghoon, Harin, Kanghyun, Dongmyeong, and Giuk (formerly known as CYA). Known as the brother group of ONEUS, ONEWE showcases a more rock band approach by showcasing their phenomenal skills with instruments. With vocalist and leader Younghoon, drummer Harin, guitarist Kanghyun, keyboardist and vocalist Dongmyeong, and rapper and bassist Giuk, the five-member ensemble comes together -- in great harmony -- to create a timeless discography. Planet Nine: ISOTROPY is the perfect album to help showcase ONEWE as a group. With each member assisting with writing a song, their talent is shown song after song, creating a no-skip album for listeners to enjoy. Plant Nine: ISOTROPY opens up with the title track song, “추억의 소각장 (Beautiful Ashes)," written by YongHoon and Giuk. This track starts with a slow, dreamy rock song. This song is such a breath of fresh air that it feels like listening to a coming-of-age drama and becoming immersed in the opening track. This track composition was beautifully written -- as it draws on the detail of the pain of being in love but the other person not feeling the same emotions as you, and all you can do is replay all the happy memories you once shared. The second track, “ Shoot it Out ,” written by Kanghyun and Giuk, has such beautiful guitar rifts shown throughout the song from start to finish. The utilization of the guitars showcases the exceptional skills of ONEWE as a whole -- with the mix of the vocals to the background vocals. Each part pieces together, and combines so smoothly together. “ 한여름 밤 유성우 (Meteor Shower) ,” written by Giuk, is a love song comparing the girls’ beauty to shining so brightly like the stars in the sky. The fourth track, “ 별 세는 너 (Count The Stars) ,” written by YongHoon and Giuk, is a different type of love song that highlights how beautiful the memories created together are. This track explores how he wants to confess how much the girl means to him, and after pondering on what to do and believing the things happening happened for a reason, he vows to protect her and cherish each moment spent. “ Kiss in the Rain ,” written by Dongmyeong and Giuk, continues in the same story realm as the previous songs about being in love with someone. This track has similar vibes to a song you might hear in a sad love drama scene where the person finally comes to terms with the idea of confessing their love but bumps into the one they seek out to love with someone else and the lover turns around and notices them there standing in the rain with a sorrow face. He has flashbacks to that day throughout the week with this song playing in the back because even after the pain they still long for the other to love them back the way they do. The final track on the album “ 다시 만나서 반가워 (Pleasant) ,” written by Harin and Giuk, is a more upbeat sounding song compared to the other tracks consisting of the vocals of the members along with another showstopping guitar rift in the song like “Shoot it Out” displayed. This track is the perfect closing song -- ending the album with a bang and creating a memorable album for the fans who have patiently waited for ONEWE to return as a five-member ensemble.  Whether you are a returning WEVE or a new fan, ONEWE has a song to suit your taste that makes you want to stay for more! Instagram | X (Twitter) | YouTube | TikTok | Weibo | Facebook Written by Nina

Bang Yongguk  returns stateside for his second solo US Tour titled ‘Bang Yongguk 'Ⅲ' The US Tour 2024’ following the success of his 2023 ‘ COLORS OF BANG YONGGUK WORLD TOUR ’. On the morning of April 6, Louisville saw lower than normal morning temperatures and a heavier wind, but that didn't stop BABY (the official fandom name of the artist's former group -- B.A.P ) from lining up outside of Headliners Music Hall. Fans began taking out their Shi Shi Mato dolls and Matoki in preparation for cheering for the former B.A.P leader and rapper. As fans patiently waited for doors to open, Bang Yongguk  could be heard getting ready for a night of electrifying performances. As fans entered Headliners Music Hall, they were greeted with a stage illuminated with a mix of blues and purples, and on it was a single table DJ setup.  Fans who have seen Yongguk’s solo concerts in the past automatically knew this meant the DJ -- VMC's Babynine – would be setting the crowd’s energy level!  He did just that as he played heavy bass-thumping, venue shaking mixes – including Ludacris’ “ What’s Your Fantasy ,” which fans sang along to.  As fans began to chant, “ BANG YONGGUK!  BANG YONGGUK!  BANG YONGGUK! ” and he felt the energy level was just right, he made the announcement, “WHO’S READY FOR BANG YONGGUK?!?” Cheers filled the two-story venue as Yongguk  immediately took the stage with back-to-back high energy songs “ Off ” and “ Xie Xie .” After a short introduction stage and recognizing that he was finally able to meet Louisville fans.  Yongguk took to his next stage, “ Ride or Die .” Along with a setlist filled with stages that had fans singing along to every word, – “ Race, ” “ I Remember (feat. Daehyun’s backup vocals) ,” and “Yamazaki ,” – Yongguk debuted all six highly anticipated tracks found on his latest EP, ‘3’ – “ IXLU,” “Numb,” “MOVIMENTO,” “Bad, ” and “ Buss It Down ,” – to U.S. fans during this tour.  As he took a moment to pause, he asked fans what they thought about his latest album, and which song was their favorite – to which the venue was filled with various answers.  This elicited a slight chuckle from Yongguk  as he began to smile admirably at the fans.  He introduced his latest album as one that “...contained what I want to talk about, but haven’t told.” And one fan made the connection by asking him if he was coming out with more songs, to which he responded, “Yes, that’s it.  There will be more songs released soon, so please watch for those.” Yongguk  kept the energy alive until the very end! As the stage illuminated in a mixture of blues and greens, Yongguk asked attendees to promise him one thing, “You will move forward in your lives.  This last song is for you.  The last song is BABY, you are my green.” – where in response several Matoki were raised into the air and swayed back and forth with the artist’s hand motions.  After exiting the stages fans’ cheers and chants for Bang Yongguk continued until he returned to the stage with high-energy stages of “BUSS IT DOWN ” and “ Xie Xie .” After closing out the show with his song for fans, “ Orange Love ,” Yongguk was sure to thank everyone for coming out to see him.  It was now time for the attendees who had purchased perks through MyMusicTaste to participate in the Meet & Greet segment where they would express their gratitude for performing in Louisville, and share words of encouragement for a brief moment before taking a selfie with Yongguk.  Then it was truly time to say goodbye, until next time. BE SURE TO FOLLOW BANG YONGGUK  ON SNS FOR TOUR UPDATES AND FUTURE ACTIVITIES X (Twitter)  | Instagram  | Soundcloud  | YouTube

Just two weeks ago, Justin Magnaye  released his single “Brooklyn Bridge,” and now he’s back with “ Gemini !”  Justin Magnaye is an independent Filipino American singer-songwriter and producer, who specializes in R&B, Soul, and Pop. Growing up in New Jersey as a Filipino American, he was inspired by not only his creative family and friends but the diversity that surrounded him. Justin credits Frank Ocean, Quinn XCII, Ed Sheeran, Bryce Vine, and Bazzi (he even caught the attention of the latter two as well as Shawn Mendes, KYLE, and Jessie Reyez) as some of his musical influences. Yet, fans of artists like Bruno Mars or Silk Sonic, the musical duo consisting of Mars and Anderson .Paak, will also find something to love in his latest release.  “Gemini” has been released just one month before the season of the same name. This sensual easy-listening bop is said to explore “the contrast between love and lust,”  a natural human struggle that most can empathize with. Justin explained, “This contrast is rooted in fate and desire to intertwine with how the human psyche yearns for emotional connection.” Like many of his songs, Justin perfectly fuses his signature storytelling with a groovy R&B sound.  Justin Magnaye  is keeping his listeners well-fed as they await his anticipated album, which is set to drop in June. It will consist of twelve tracks, including his new song “Gemini.” It’s been a few years since his debut album, Modern Disposition , but he has since released two full-length albums, three EPs, and many singles. #SoundLovers, we trust you’ll enjoy Justin Magnaye’s new music, as he “hopes to spread positivity and joy throughout his music.” Follow Justin Magnaye On SNS To Stay Up-To-Date On Album Details Spotify  | Instagram  | Website Written by Tiffany S.

Samuel – also known by his full name Kim Samuel – shocked fans with an Instagram post hinting at his return as a musician after a 5-year hiatus away from the industry. Many yearned to hear his voice again after all these years, and their excitement didn’t go unnoticed. With this excitement building up, fans couldn’t wait until his new release came out -- wondering which style of music this album would sound like, and that wait would soon be over with the release of his latest EP, ‘ NOW ,’ released on April 21st.  The 22-year-old solo artist holds a long track record of accomplishments beginning at a young age.  Samuel's career started when he began training with SEVENTEEN and then debuted in a duo group called 1PUNCH. In 2017, he made his official solo debut with his mini album, “SIXTEEN.” Many of his fans watched him grow up and were able to see his progression as an artist from the beginning until now. Samuel has come back stronger than before as he showcases a more mature side of himself with his release of his newest EP that fuses R&B and hip-hop approaches -- allowing fans to see how versatile he is as an artist.  With this hip-hop/R&B English album, Samuel keeps your excitement as it levels up from start to finish -- showcasing an album full of perfectly written songs that he spent nonstop hours composing and writing himself. He opens the album up with the song, “ 2 Tone Rose Gold ,” which captivates listeners with a catchy hip-hop beat that immediately will immediately have listeners bopping their head to the beat of the song without even noticing. Throughout the song, you will hear the start of this new era we have entered for his music career. This track opens up utilizing Samuel's phenomenal singing skills as well as his rapping skills -- which is something that listeners very rarely heard in the past. This opening creates excitement and anticipation from listeners for the rest of what the album sounds like when reaching its peak level. The next track, titled “ N.T.T.M ,” is the first track that encapsulates the R&B sound on the album. In comparison to the first track, this is a slower, more laid-back song utilizing a guitar in the background to add to the mellow vibes of the song. Also written by Samuel, this track can relate to anyone who has ever experienced an unrequited love as he talks about his desire to confess his feelings and keep it real with the girl he constantly has in his head 24/7. These feelings are keeping him up at night because he wants to be with the girl but isn't sure how she will react to the confession he is trying to put into words. Throughout the song, we see instances where he begins to overthink his feelings. We find out the title, "N.T.T.M.," stands for N ight To  T he  M orning  as mentioned in the refrain of the song numerous times letting the listener know how badly he is in love with this girl that he wants to be in her company from sunlight to nightfall.  The third track, “ Tell Me ,” is very reminiscent of a song you would hear at a club that immediately has listeners dancing the minute that first beat starts playing. The beat in the background is so unique it makes you want to get up and bust out into a whole dance routine -- like a scene straight out of the Step Up  movie series. Not only is the beat addicting, but his words are precisely and intentionally executed. This can be heard when listening to the way Samuel extends out the words while saying them in the pre-chorus to emphasize what he is saying is so properly executed that you catch yourself trying to copy the way he sings it with him. Next up, we have a track titled “ Who We R ,” which resembles a song that you would hear at a club, and doesn’t stray away from that sound. This is the second track where Samuel encapsulates an R&B sound as it teleports the listener to a scenario of being on the dance floor -- where everything starts moving in slow motion as if watching a scene from a movie. You find yourself dancing on the dance floor with everyone else around you moving at a slower speed than you, feeling as though the spotlight only shines on you as you dance without a care to the vibe of the song playing around you.  The fifth track on the album, titled “ Shawty ,” is the third R&B track on this EP, and continues the theme of love songs. In this track, Samuel switches from singing at the beginning to showing off his rap skills in the second verse -- which you can’t help but nod your head along to. This switch and flow of his rap bars allows him to perfectly capture the essence of the song by making the message behind the lyrics very clear. He once again talks about being so in love with someone that he can’t help but constantly smile when he sees. He also expresses how she makes him want to love her back just as hard as she shows her love for him.  The last track on this no-skip album is the title track, “ YEH! YEH! ” This track strongly puts into perspective this new Samuel era we’ve been shown from start to finish. From the catchy beat and choreography to match the vibes of this song, this track is an instant hit! Listeners will catch themselves -- without even thinking -- pressing replay on this song. From the opening to the drink transition in the middle of the song, this track shows a refreshing spin on how a simple everyday sound can be used in a song to perfectly fit and match the essence of the song to where it didn’t feel out of place when put in the song.  After such a long wait, #Garnets received one of the best gifts anyone could receive -- seeing your favorite artist come back after so many years. With so many already beyond proud of him, Samuel did not disappoint fans with his self-produced album as he continued to showcase his many talents for the world to see. Like many, we are excited to see what endeavors and upcoming songs Samuel has prepared for the world to listen to next.  Instagram | X (Twitter) | YouTube Written by Nina Edited by BR

Coming off the heels of his third EP, the K-pop superstar will kick off the tour in Seoul and visit 18 cities across Europe, North America and Asia MONSTA X’s dynamic rapper and vocalist, I.M, embarks on his new journey as a solo artist by announcing dates for his ‘Off The Beat’ World Tour. The soloist will ignite the world with his first ever solo headlining tour that will kick off in Seoul before proceeding to showcasing storytelling performances for fans in major European cities, followed by a North American tour leg, before ending in Asia. As the sole member of MONSTA X to embark on a global solo adventure, the K-pop star is poised to captivate the audiences with his charisma, explosive energy, and genre-defying artistry. I.M (Im Chang-Kyun) is a member and the lead rapper of the Korean boy group, MONSTA X, who debuted in 2015. Even as the youngest member of the group, I.M has shown his talent and potential as a soloist through numerous mixtapes and solo EPs, where he contributed to the composing, arranging, and writing of the lyrics. His solo debut EP “DUALITY”, released in February 2021, has gained massive success with five tracks ranking in Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales Chart, reaching 8.5 million views on YouTube for his lead track, “God Damn”, music video and holds over 15.9 million streams on Spotify. While remaining a part of MONSTA X, I.M is currently focusing more on his solo career. With the second EP “OVERDRIVE” released under Sony Music Entertainment Korea in June 2023, he showed a wider range of skills with a style change in his music compared to his work with MONSTA X. This EP ranked first in 14 countries on the iTunes Global Chart and achieved over 1 million streams within 24 hours of the release, which led to this extended playlist to place on the Melon Hall of Fame. The album carefully sets out the musical worldview pursued by I.M as a soloist through deep, sophisticated sounds and delicate melodies. I.M has been showing great success and growth as he continues to reveal a more unique side of him as well as connects with his fans through his latest albums and singles, such as his debut EP “Duality," his last album “Overdrive,” and his latest single “Slowly . ” All five songs in the “Duality” album charted on Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales Chart and has about 45 million all time global streams. 2024 Off The Beat World Tour Dates: ( All dates and cities below are subject to change.)   May 25-26 Seoul July 26  London, UK July 28  Paris, FR Aug. 1  Cologne, GE Aug. 3  Berlin, GE   Aug. 8  Boston, MA Aug. 10  New York, NY Aug. 15  Toronto, ON Aug. 17  Chicago, IL Aug. 23  Houston, TX Aug. 25  Dallas, TX Aug. 27 Vancouver, BC Aug. 29  San Francisco, CA Aug. 31  Los Angeles, CA  Sept. 19  Taipei Sept. 22  Tokyo Sept. 24  Bangkok Sept. 29  Macau Fueling the anticipation, I.M has dropped the latest music video from his third EP, “Off The Beat,” making this his second release of 2024. Earlier in April, he released the body of work with six new tracks, ‘LURE,’ ‘Bust it,’ ‘X0,’ ‘Skyline,’ ‘MMI,’ and ‘nbdy.’ While each song embodies a unique story, this extended playlist is all about being his genuine self and reflects the theme of ‘not following the regular path,’ and practicing ‘unconventionalism.’ The record-breaking artist delves deeper into uncharted territory with this new release, infusing his raw talent as a producer, singer-songwriter, and rapper with the genuine spirit of his avant-garde persona. Beyond the stage, I.M remains stylish and iconic by straddling the worlds of both music and fashion. From collaborations with Versace and Swarovski, to turning heads at Polo Ralph Lauren and BOSS, I.M is a trendsetter, trailblazer, and fashion icon. This tour presents a new opportunity to witness I.M’s bold style, both musically and on stage. Get ready to witness I.M embark on his first ever solo tour showcasing his distinctive storytelling live in 18 cities across the world. For more information on tour dates and tickets, please visit I.M’s social media channels on Instagram  and Twitter . The general public can buy tickets starting from April 29 at 10 am PDT and 8 am EDT with presale taking place on April 26 at the same time for those with the presale code. Connect with I.M on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube

New York welcomed Thai singer and actor Chalongrat Novsamrong -- more commonly known as FIRST -- for his first fan meet, " MY FIRST'S DATES IN THE CITY ," followed by Dallas where fans celebrated his birthday together. FIRST (เฟริสท์ ฉลองรัฐ นอบสําโรง) made is acting debut in 2017 in Mutang's short film "Ruk Tur Hai Noy Long ," which depicts that emotional journey and healing process of a break up -- where he took the role of Boat. In the following year, he would be cast as the role of Joe in the 2018 " Social Death Vote" series, and debut as a dance member in JomeFam's boy group -- Cute Chef (คิวต์เชฟ) . When the group disbanded, FIRST chose to focus solely on his acting career where he would gain the attention of fans during appearances in a variety of films and dramas, including popular Thai BL series " TharnType 2: 7 Years of Love " (2020) and " Don't Say No " (2021) -- casted as Fiat. FIRST's global recognition only continued to grow as he was casted as Gun in the 2022 series " Remember Me ," and Achi in the 2023 series " Be Mine Superstar ." It was no surprise -- the amount of support and excitement -- when OMO Studios and Starstruck Media made the announcement of FRIST's Fan Meet that fans would take to social media to express their excitement of FIRST making his U.S. debut! The New York events were cleverly titled, "MY FIRST'S DATES IN THE CITY," and included a variety of options such as a museum, bowling date, paint and sip, or lovely picnic date with FIRST. Each event was created to give fans a unique and unforgettable experience, as well as the opportunity to talk and interact with FIRST. Some dates even gave FIRST the opportunity to choose who would be on is team, or playing in the activities. Sunday afternoon's 'Lovely Picnic' event was moved to the indoor art studio on the account of cold weather. However, this didn't stop FIRST or the fans from creating some of the best memories during their time together. The event began as any other where fans entered the venue, take a moment to interact with each other and discuss the many admirable qualities of FIRST, and what draws them to him. For most it was his role in " Don't Say No ," and for others it was his most recent role in " Be Mine Superstar. " When it was time for the event to start, fans were greeted by the lovely hosts of the Let's Talk BL Podcast Ayla and Beth Ann -- the MC's for the day's events. They took a moment to teach fans the phrases, "Do you want to play some fun games?" and "Nong FIRST, where are you?" in Thai before introducing the main star of the event. As FIRST entered the room, fans cheers filled them room while finger hearts and waves of hello were exchanged amongst the actor and attendees. Throughout the event FIRST would take time to walk around, and continue to interact with fans -- taking note of the only male attendee and stopping to talk to him before proceeding to make his rounds to the other side of the room. He was greeted by fans who expressed their love for the songs that were playing, fans who were fluent in Thai, and even one fan who asked what series he was working on next -- to which he responded, Ah, you'll have to wait. It's coming soon, so stay tuned! Throughout the event, there were a few games that fans would participate in with alongside of FRIST such as Thai/English match up where fans would be given a set of cards that had English words on it, and a set of cards that would have the corresponding Thai word on it. FIRST was found at the end of the table to assist game participants by giving them the word and physical cues. As participants would make a correct match, FIRST would acknowledge it with a thumbs up, or a nod. When reviewing the participants matches, FIRST would take a moment to explain what each chosen Thai word meant, and fans in the audience would then determine if the English word was a match. The next game was a game of Jenga with a twist -- some of the Jenga blocks had questions and fan requests written on them. One participant's Jenga block requested a joke from FIRST where he took a moment to apologize because he felt as though it wouldn't be as funny in Thai, so instead he happily obliged in pick up lines to fans. For one he asked a fan to slide slightly to their right, and once she did, he responded, "... so that our hearts could be aligned." which generated cheers, embarrassed "ooooh"'s , and several shrieks of excitement from the crowd. Next, FIRST got to chose a Jenga block, and with much effort and concertation, the tower fell. However, a block was chosen with the question, "What is your favorite accessory?" "Necklaces," responded FIRST. He continued to tell fans that he feels as though the necklace he chooses for that day aligns with the personality he is trying to define and display. He then showed off the necklace and bracelet he was wearing for that day -- gifts which he received from fans. Before proceeding to the final game, FIRST picked one final lucky contestant to choose of the three remaining Jenga blocks, and with a little assistance, that fan was awarded a selfie with FIRST. The final game to be played was Pictionary, where FIRST would pick the contestants to play against him. During this game we were able to see the many facial expressions of FIRST from questioning fan's guesses, to excitement when fans guesses were correct, to concentration on guessing the fan's drawings, and more smiles -- which filled the day with much brightness and the hearts of fans with love. Before parting ways to greet fans in Dallas, it was time to say goodbye, as FIRST expressed his gratitude to everyone who took their time to meet him. Fans gathered around him for a group photo, and short celebratory clip before lining up for thier selfie photos or short 30 second clips with FIRST. Check out some of the special moments our team captured in New York and Dallas ! STAY CONNECTED WITH FIRST ON SNS TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT HIS UPCOMING SERIES! Instagram | X (Twitter) | TikTok | Weibo | YouTube K Fuse would like to give a big shoutout and a huge thank you to the teams at Starstruck Media and OMO Studios for allowing us the opportunity to provide coverage for FIRST Chalongrat's first U.S. Fan Meet! What an honor it was to watch this group of amazing individual's make this event come time life!

On April 7, 2024, Korean American K-pop and pop-punk singer, AleXa , made her last stop of the sick of you  tour in Los Angeles at the Teragram Ballroom. From Tulsa, Oklahoma to South Korea the singer has made historic achievements. The singer came out strong o start the night with her winning song from NBC ’s American Song Contest , “ Wonderland .” Emulating the performance seen on the show with strings of cloth held by her dancers intertwining and trapping her within. Adorned with gems on her eyelid and below her right eye in the shape of a heart, she continued the momentum with performances of “ Back In Vogue ” and “ Xtra .”  Going with the start of AleXa’s pop-punk era and a nod to her musical influences, one cover performance of the night was “ Just A Girl, ” by No Doubt, the well-known American rock band. With the release of her newest single “ sick ,” AleXa created a series titled “Love Made Me Sick” on social media where she would give advice and relate to those love experiences fans sent in. During the talking ments of her concert, AleXa did a  “Love Talk,” where she grabbed questions that fans had written earlier in the night about love life and concerns similar to her series on social media. She put on her angel wings and gave her candid advice on how to move on for a specific situation by telling the fan to “Block him,” AleXa said. “Delete him. Block, with a capital B-L-O-C-K. Ugh, no, because if you genuinely had feelings for him but he just wants the physical, uh uh. He doesn’t deserve it.” As she went on to high kick the air emphasizing to get him out of your life or drop kick him. She went on to pick up another fan’s love experience from the box and showed how she related to the experience of falling in love easily by saying, “You’re nice to me one time and I’m like [gestures as if saying you’re the one]. The bar is in hell for me.” Always bringing the humor, she made sure to let everyone know “That’s just my two cents, but take it with a grain of salt, or a whole Himalayan salt lamp if you decide to.” Going onto the next performance, “ Endorphine , ” was an upbeat performance and a feel-good song where AleXa and her dancers gave the crowd hearts and AleXa even twerked for one part of the freestyle. AleXa then slowed things down with her single “ Juliet ,” her silhouette cast against the screen, inviting fans to immerse themselves in the richness of her vocals. While offstage, AleXa entertained the audience with a news skit displayed on the screen, showcasing her acting skills and versatility. The skit also featured previously unseen footage of herself during the music video shoot of ' sick ,' revealing her unfiltered, honest personality as words were bleeped out, eliciting laughter from the crowd. This blend of humor and authenticity allowed fans to appreciate both her acting skills and her genuine self-expression. AleXa's authenticity and vibrant personality shone through the entire evening, extending beyond the acting skit. Her ability to stay true to herself, blending humor and genuine authenticity, was a constant presence throughout. AleXa shared that a special friend was in the crowd amongst many, and how that friend opened AleXa to the world of K-pop. In 7th grade, AleXa and her friend were in a Chinese class together. They became best friends after learning about their shared love of reading a Japanese Manga series titled, Vampire Night . They did a project on Chinese pop culture and her friend suggested doing it on Henry from SUPER JUNIOR. “And I was like, Who?” AleXa said. “From the what? Super what? And so I went over to her house and she showed me [with a mystical voice] K-pop. [pointing to her best friend] This is all your fault, Mariah.” Despite grappling with a flare-up of her asthma, AleXa delivered a performance that showcased not only her exquisite vocals but also her fierce dancing, brimming with emotion, expression, and intensity, all while battling through moments of shortness of breath. Knowing when to take a break and not push herself too far, she took a deep breath simultaneously with the crowd and used her inhaler when needed. “So I am lowkey terrified for this next segment because of my asthma,” AleXa said. In the crowd, there were noises of worry. But AleXa made sure to reassure everyone, “Oh no, don’t feel sorry for me. Your girl, listen, momma didn’t raise a little bitch. I’m good.” But she wanted to be honest to her fans about not going full out for the next song and knowing her limits. As she got in formation for the song, “ VILLAIN , ” and the lights went down, in a high-pitched but soft voice, AleXa let out, “I’m so scared for my asthma” “ VILLAIN, ” had lots of intense and quick choreo. After the performance, a fan yelled out, “Want another hit?” (of her inhaler of course) creating laughter in the crowd.  Calling all introverts! AleXa performed her unreleased song titled, “ Joy of Missing Out ,” and dedicated it to all the introverts who are okay with not wanting to go to an event and find a sense joy in missing out on them. One of the lyrics that resonated was, “Don’t want to crash a party, I just want to crash.” The night was filled with a couple of unreleased songs including another one titled, “ Distraction .” Every other moment AleXa would find a way to interact with her fans. AleXa engaged with fans throughout the show, asking about tattoos and sharing her tally of 23. Finding a fan with over 40 tattoos, she segued into performing ' TATTOO , ' and even sketched a tattoo outline for a fan. Amidst more interactions, she led the venue in singing, " Happy Birthday, " to a fan and shared a shot with a newly turned 21-year-old. She went on to perform her newest anthem, “ sick ,” about self-discovery and the pursuit of healthy love.   Going in reverse order of her releases she ended the night with her debut single, “ Bomb .” Making sure to recognize every individual's hard work on this tour she mentioned her label, Studio PAV, dancers, and many more who came out to support her. Always apologizing to the crowd for her amount of strength to give her performance but in the eyes of the fans, from their responses in the crowd, they never worried about that. The fans were worried more about her well-being and even yelled encouraging words that she was “killing it” on stage.  But a concert is never really over until an encore performance is done. Therefore, AleXa came back out very shortly after bowing with her dancers to perform an unreleased song titled, “ I’m Okay .” AleXa said this song is a love letter to those suffering from mental health. ”When somebody asks, ‘Are you okay?’ ‘How are you feeling?’ and you’re honestly not feeling great. The conversation doesn’t have to stop at ‘I’m okay.’ So this is for y’all.” As she sang, “It started when I found out the voices weren’t my friends…I don’t know my mind anymore. I’m okay. I’m okay. Tell the doctor, stay away,” the audience was moved by the powerful and honest lyricism, foreshadowing the emotional depth of her future releases. JOIN US IN FOLLOWING ALEXA'S STORY AS SHE SETS HER SIGHTS ON GREETING FANS IN THE U.S. Be sure to check out our photo galleries from Chicago , Fort Worth , and LA ! Written and Photographed by Aliyah H. K Fuse would like to thank AleXa and the team at Studio PAV for this incredible opportunity to provide coverage for AleXa's 2024 'sick of you' U.S. Tour!

If you are a fan of K-Pop, you would know that P1Harmony is a sensational K-Pop group breaking records, topping charts, and dominating stages all over the world. Following a year-long tour encompassing 39 cities worldwide and the release of their first full album,  KILLIN’ IT,  P1Harmony will set foot in the U.S. once again this year with their new and upscale UTOP1A tour. They will be performing at 10 cities across the country including performances at The Kia Forum and the Oakland Arena. Since the group's debut in 2020, P1Harmony has been known for being unique in their craft and sound. From the dynamic energy of "Scared" to the introspective and emotive "I Am You," the group has proven their ability to navigate diverse genres while maintaining a signature sound. This versatility has contributed to their widespread appeal, attracting fans all around the world affectionately known as P1ece. By actively participating in the songwriting and production of their music, choreography, and style, each P1Harmony member makes a significant contribution that enhances the authenticity and versatility of their creative output. Their newest album,  KILLIN’ IT'  is comprised of 10 tracks co-produced and co-written by members Jongseob, Intak, and Jiung.  KILLIN’ IT  has been one of P1Harmony’s record-breaking releases. The album debuted at No. 39 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart, making it the group’s first album to enter the Top 40, and it also remained No. 1 on Billboard’s World Albums chart for two consecutive weeks. Needless to say, P1ece are highly anticipating the live performances of their favorite tracks from  KILLIN IT . You will not want to miss out on P1Harmony’s UTOP1A tour! Get your tickets today here .

On March 28, the streets of Louisville saw heavier foot traffic than usual. The Louisville Palace Theatre -- located in the city's theater district -- housed one of the most anticipated concerts of the 2024 season for K-Pop group ONEUS during their ' La Dolce Vita ' Tour. To Moon (the group's official fandom name) eagerly made their way into the beautifully architected building as venue and event staff warmly greeted them. The fans took a moment to admire the interior of the 1928 building before making their way to their seats and taking out their 달빛/dalbit (Moonlight) -- the chosen name for ONEUS' light stick! RBW's five-member boy group, consisting of Seoho, Leedo, Keonhee, Hwanwoog, and Xion, made their long-awaited return to Louisville To Moon -- two years following their  '2022 Blood Moon Tour .' With their return, the group brought new and exciting stages to perform for their fans, including their opening stage, " Baila Conmigo ,"  which set the fun-filled, high-energetic mood for the night's show as the group displayed their powerful and intense choreography. To Moon's cheers filled the venue as the group continued into  " Erase Me ," where they continued delivering stages showcasing their intense choreography, beautifully blended vocals, and timely fan engagements. The members took a short break to introduce themselves and greet Louisville To Moon for the first time in two years before continuing into their next stage -- " Simulation ,"  a dramatic theatrical stage that features an irresistible rap from Leedo. Before proceeding, ONEUS took a moment to teach the audience some basic -- and already well-known -- hand and arm choreography for the next stage,  " Valkyrie ."   The group began a practice round so that those who may not have been familiar with the song and choreography had a chance to join in on dancing along. The members of ONEUS proceeded with " Valkyrie " and  "Intro: Window ," featuring a more Eastern melody before making beautiful back-to-back transitions into fan-favorite songs, " LUNA " and the Road to Kingdom version of " LIT . "   The group continued digging into fan favorites as they performed " Same Scent ," " Stupid Love ," " A Song Written Easily ," and " Unforgettable ." " Come Back Home ," -- which fans sang along to from beginning to end, was a great intro to the heavier rock-genre stage, " Level Up ." ONEUS then took a step back from their more intense stages to show their more sensual side as they sat on stools, asking To Moon to sit as well, during performances of "Epilogue" and " Halley's Comet ." During these stages -- which showcased the group's undeniable vocal talents -- the members took time to interact with fans as they took notice of fans on the second level and those at the back of the first level. As the night with ONEUS started to come to an end, the members took a moment to say their ending mentions of gratitude as they thanked To Moon for coming to see them. Xion took a moment to reminisce about receiving a miniature version of a Louisville slugger during their last tour in Louisville -- assuring To Moon that he has it preciously put up to admire and remember To Moon by-- while Keonhee took notice of and pointed out a To Moon eating popcorn in the front row as if watching a movie. After sharing their gratitude and appreciation towards their fans, the members reignited fans' energy with back-to-back, high-energy stages " Bring It On " and " No Diggity, " before closing the night out with encore stages , " Black Mirror ," " BBUSYEO ," " Life Is Beautiful ," " Shut Up 받도 Crazy Hot , " and the highly anticipated, " Last Song. " YOU CAN STILL CATCH ONEUS ON TOUR IN DALLAS , HOUSTON , PHOENIX , and LA ! Check out our full gallery of ONEUS in Louisville here K Fuse would like to thank the team of RBW Entertainment, the members of ONEUS, and Live Nation for this exciting opportunity to provide coverage for the Louisville stop of ONEUS' 'La Dolce Vita' Tour. We would also like to thank the team at Louisville Palace for being such kind and gracious hosts.

Showcasing his unique colors, the 'unconventional' solo artist unveils new track " LURE " MONSTA X 's I.M continues his ambitious solo artist journey with a new E.P, ' Off The Beat .' With six new songs, each embodying a unique story, the extended playlist incorporates hip-hop tracks all the while incorporating 'atypical' musical elements from various genres such as soul, R&B, and bossa / Latin music. The new extended play is available on all music streaming platforms . From his former releases 'DUALITY' and 'OVERDRIVE,' fans around the globe have been immersed in I.M's unlimited and non-stereotypical musical worldview. 'Off The Beat' will be a fresh addition to his portfolio that portrays this distinguished artist's unique self-storytelling as well as the motif of 'not following the regular' and being 'unconventional' by utilizing empathy to talk about the ambivalence in life that is not often mentioned through music. I.M (Im Chang-Kyun) is a member and the lead rapper of the Korean boy group MONSTA X, who was formed under the survival show " No Mercy " and debuted under Starship Entertainment on May 14, 2015, with  " Trespass ." Even as the maknae, I.M has shown his talent and potential as a soloist through numerous mixtapes and solo EPs where he contributed to the composition, arrangement, and writing of the lyrics. His solo debut EP  "DUALITY ," released in February 2021, has gained massive success with five track ranking in Billboard's World Digital Song Sales Chart, reaching 8.5 million views on YouTube for his lead track, " God Damn ," music video and holds over 15.9 million streams on Spotify. With the second EP " OVERDRIVE ," released under Sony Music Entertainment Korea in June 2023, he showed a wider range of skills with a style change in his music compared to his work with MONSTA X. This EP ranked first in 14 countries on iTunes Global Chart and achieved over 1 million streams within 24 hours of the release, which led to this extended playlist to place on the Melon Hall of Fame. The album carefully sets out the musical worldview pursued by I.M as a soloist through deep, sophisticated sound and delicate melodies. I.M has been showing great success and growth as he continues to reveal a more unique side of himself as well as connects with his fans through his latest albums and singles, such as his debut EP 'DUALITY ,'  his latest album, 'OVERDRIVE,' and his latest single, " Slowly ." All five songs in the 'DUALITY '  album charted on Billboard's World Digital Song Sales Chart and have about 45 million all-time global streams. While remaining as a member of MONSTA X, I.M is currently focusing more on his solo career. With the challenges and opportunities he may face as a soloist, the superstar has been showing such great success as he showed a more unique side of himself and connected with his fans through his previous bodies of work. The rapper is a solo artist under Sony Music Entertainment Korea for his subsequent solo music ventures. Each song on the track list unveils I.M current identity and different aspects of his daily life. " Bust It " conveys his self-confidence over a strong trap sound, " X0 " is a smooth sound that draws someone in late at night, " Skyline " with its rhythmic beat and tempting lyrics, " MMI " contains self-confessional lyrics and up-tempo exotic melody, and  "nbdy " is where one is faced with the emptiness of someone's absence. The focus track,  " LURE ," is the first to stand out as a unique musical endeavor, showcasing I.M's musical expansiveness between his vocals and rap skills. With a punchy beat and Latin-influenced guitar sound, the tune becomes tangible in the listener's mind. The opening starts with soft guitar strumming that lures us into upbeat hip-hop and trap sounds, carrying into smooth vocals. Ending with a type of serenading tone with the lyrics "Want 'em to know for sure, can't keep it on the low, babe can you love me out loud," I.M aims to hold onto the theme of 'temptation' and luring his listeners into the lyrics. BE SURE TO FOLLOW I.M 'S JOURNEY AS A SOLOIST AND MAKNAE OF MONSTA X X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook