(G)I-DLE Promises to 'Tear Up' U.S. Lollapalooza Stage Amid Successful World Tour
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- K-pop group (G)I-DLE is set to perform at the Lollapalooza festival in Chicago.
- The group is currently on their world tour, "2026 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR [Syncopation]".
- Members expressed gratitude for their global reach and the opportunity to connect with fans through music.
K-pop sensation (G)I-DLE is gearing up to make a significant impact at the Lollapalooza festival in Chicago, with members confidently stating they intend to "tear up the stage." The group is currently captivating audiences worldwide with their "2026 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR [Syncopation]." Their journey began in Seoul and has already included a historic performance at the Taipei Dome, a first for a K-pop girl group. They recently concluded two successful nights in Hong Kong, drawing nearly 80,000 fans.
It's a difficult thing to be able to do a world tour as a singer, and I couldn't believe that we were the first K-pop girl group to fill the Taipei Dome. I felt proud and thankful to the fans.
Reflecting on their global achievements, member Yuqi shared her awe at filling the Taipei Dome, calling it a "difficult thing" for an artist to achieve. She expressed deep gratitude to their fans, stating, "I felt proud and thankful to the fans." Yuqi also conveyed her emotional connection to their international following, adding, "I was moved to be connected with fans around the world through music as a K-pop girl group. I felt the reward of working hard on music."
I was moved to be connected with fans around the world through music as a K-pop girl group. I felt the reward of working hard on music.
(G)I-DLE's upcoming performance at Lollapalooza on July 31st marks another milestone in their international expansion. Member Minnie highlighted the significance of their global tours, emphasizing the profound connection forged with fans across continents. The group's ability to resonate with diverse audiences through their music underscores their growing influence in the global music scene.
We're going to tear up the Lollapalooza stage in the U.S.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.