SEATTLE – K-popGroup STAYC is returning to Seattle this week for their “STAY TUNED” Global Tour.
The group, consisting of six members, has already performed in Seattle in 2023 at Showbox SODO, and this week they will be appearing on the stage at Paramount Theatre.
The group has been a prominent figure in the industry since their 2020 debut, featuring hits such as “SO BAD,” “ASAP,” and “RUN2U,” and they have recently dropped their new single, “I WANT IT.”
STAYC has experience with touring, but they mention there is a distinction between U.S. and Korean fans.
“If I were to draw a comparison, Korean fans experience the concert with a feeling of organization and togetherness, while in the U.S., it’s more like a festival where fans show their enthusiasm through lots of singing and dancing. I aim to match the energy that fits this atmosphere, as well as the endurance needed for such a performance,” Yoon says to FOX 13.
Having numerous chart-topping tracks and new releases this year, the selection of songs plays a crucial role in their tour.
“Initially, we aim to incorporate the fan favorites, and there are also tracks that tend to be received even more positively during live performances, so we make an effort to take those into account,” says Isa.
Member Seeun mentions that some of her favorite songs to perform are “BEAUTIFUL MONSTER,” “RUN2U,” and “SO BAD.”
Seattle will be the group’s initial destination on their North American tour, and they express enthusiasm about reuniting with their fans in America.
“I’m really excited to return to Seattle! We’ll be performing ‘I Want It,’ our new song, for the first time in the U.S., which is a significant part of our new tour,” Sieun says.
As a group that has developed and refined their musical style over the past five years since their debut, they have discovered what resonates most with them during live performances and what their fanbase values.
“I also came to understand, throughout this tour, that our unit performances are equally important, and we definitely need them. Our fans really enjoy them. This was the first time we actually incorporated these unit performances, and it gives us a respite during the concert, so it’s beneficial for us, but most importantly, our fans are really excited about them,” Yoon says.
Following their performance in Seattle on Thursday, the group has played multiple shows across Asia from June to August as part of this tour. The steady effort they’ve put into the tour is typical for a K-pop group on the road, yet they must also manage it carefully to maintain their health and well-being.
“Tours typically follow a very strict schedule, but simply connecting with the fans provides us with a lot of energy that keeps us motivated. We have plenty of time to talk with each other throughout the tour and spend a significant amount of time together, creating many wonderful memories. In a sense, it helps us heal and gives us the strength to continue,” says Sumin.
K-pop groups have frequently told FOX 13 that fan enthusiasm serves as a key factor in keeping them inspired and driven.
As the K-pop fanbase has expanded both locally and worldwide, it has provided music groups like STAYC with more chances to share their songs around the globe.
“We communicate in different languages, yet we can clearly sense the passion and all the support pouring in from fans across the globe. We’re truly grateful that they are cheering for us,” Isa says.
As they head to the U.S. this week to launch the “STAY TUNED” Tour across North America, member J has a message for American fans, stating, “We’re presenting a completely new setlist, so we’re really excited about it. It’s been a while since we’ve seen our fans in the U.S., so we can’t wait to meet them and experience their energy once more!”
The ensemble is scheduled to perform at the Paramount Theatre on Thursday, October 2, beginning at 8 p.m.
Tickets are still available for purchaseonline via Ticketmaster.
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