BIGBANG members reunite for 20th-anniversary concert
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- BIGBANG members G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung reunited for a concert in Goyang, South Korea, marking their first domestic solo concert in six years.
- The "XX: COSMOS" world tour concert celebrated the group's 20th anniversary, drawing over 36,000 fans.
- The performance included hit songs and a dramatic guitar-smashing finale by G-Dragon.
Thousands of fans erupted in cheers as BIGBANG members G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung took the stage at the Goyang Stadium in Goyang, South Korea. Dressed in matching white suits, the trio launched into their performance with the electrifying electronic pop intro of "Fantastic Baby." The concert, part of their world tour "XX: COSMOS," celebrated the group's 20th anniversary and marked their first domestic solo concert in six years, drawing an estimated 36,000 attendees.
The "LAST DANCE" concert in 2017 was BIGBANG's last domestic solo show before this reunion. On the final day of the three-day event, the members actively engaged with the audience, maintaining high energy throughout the show. They kicked off the concert with a string of dance hits, including "Fantastic Baby," "Hands Up," and "Tonight." The performance was punctuated by G-Dragon's dramatic on-stage act of smashing his guitar after the high-energy numbers.
Following the intense dance tracks, the mood shifted to a more mellow tempo as the group performed beloved ballads such as "Blue," "Loser," and "If You." The concert served as a nostalgic journey, allowing the members and their dedicated fanbase to reminisce about their two decades in the music industry. The reunion and the successful concert underscore BIGBANG's enduring legacy and their continued relevance in the K-pop landscape, even after extended periods of hiatus.
Wow, Fantastic Baby.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.