J-Hope of BTS has announced his 'Hope On The Stage' world tour, including ten U.S. shows. The North American leg begins in Brooklyn on March 13 and 14, 2025, at the Barclays Center. Having completed his mandatory South Korean military service in October, J-Hope has also teased new music set to release around March 2025. Tickets are available from January 17, 2025, with prices varying based on demand on platforms like Vivid Seats, which offer a 100% buyer guarantee. J-Hope's previous solo performance was at Lollapalooza on July 31, 2022. In 2024, he released his six-song EP 'HOPE ON THE STREET VOL. 1,' showcasing his blend of pop and hip-hop. [Source: bighit.com]
TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) has announced their 'Act: Promise' world tour, set to commence in Barcelona on March 20, 2025, at the Palau Sant Jordi. This concert marks the beginning of the European leg of their tour, with subsequent performances in England, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, and Macau. The tour will feature songs from their recent albums, 'Minisode 2: Thursday's Child' and 'The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION.' General ticket sales begin on January 17, with an exclusive pre-sale for MOA fan club members starting on January 15. Since their debut, TXT has achieved numerous accolades and historic performances, including concerts at Madison Square Garden. [Source: bighit.com]
The ever-evolving K-pop scene offers endless opportunities for aspiring stars to learn, grow, and pursue their dreams. This month’s key events provide valuable insights for those preparing to enter this competitive world.
- J-Hope’s Return and the Power of Consistency
With J-Hope of BTS returning to the stage after his military service, his announcement of the ‘Hope On The Stage World Tour’ has reignited excitement among fans worldwide. J-Hope’s relentless commitment to his craft—whether it’s through his impeccable dancing, charismatic performances, or heartfelt lyrics—reminds aspiring K-pop stars of the importance of consistent effort and personal growth.
Key Lesson: Stay dedicated, even during downtime. Whether you’re training alone or with a group, maintaining momentum is crucial in building long-term success.
- Ateez: Teamwork and Overcoming Challenges
During a recent interview, Ateez shared stories from their U.S. tour, including moments when unexpected challenges almost derailed their performances. Despite the obstacles, the group’s ability to stay united and perform at their best highlights the significance of teamwork and adaptability.
Key Lesson: Whether you're in a group or solo, the ability to work well with others and adapt to sudden changes is vital. Build strong communication skills and trust in your team.
- Kyu-bin’s Historic Moment in Japan: Embrace New Opportunities**
Kyu-bin made headlines this month by becoming the first K-pop solo artist to be featured in Japan’s 'Countdown Japan 24/25'. His willingness to experiment with his style and reinterpret popular songs demonstrates the importance of creativity and versatility.
Key Lesson: Don’t be afraid to explore different genres and push your artistic boundaries. The more versatile you are, the more opportunities will open up.
- GOT7’s Comeback: Staying Connected with Fans
GOT7’s announcement of their upcoming comeback as a full group after three years shows the power of building and maintaining a loyal fanbase. Even during their hiatus, the members continued to engage with fans, keeping their connection strong.
Key Lesson: Your relationship with fans is key to long-term success. Interact genuinely, whether through social media, performances, or personal messages.
Final Thoughts: Keep Learning, Keep Growing
This month’s events highlight a few key takeaways for anyone dreaming of becoming a K-pop star:
- Consistency and hard work are non-negotiable.
- Teamwork and adaptability will help you overcome challenges.
- Creativity and versatility will set you apart.
- Fan engagement is crucial for lasting success.
At Star Bank Daeppang, we understand how difficult it can be to navigate the path to stardom, especially if you’re training remotely. That’s why we offer affordable, high-quality lessons in vocals, dance, and Korean language, complete with multilingual subtitles in 16 languages—including English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, Hindi, and more. Our global community provides aspiring stars with opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with others on the same journey.
Whether you’re practicing alone at home or engaging with peers in our online community, remember: every step forward brings you closer to your dream stage. Stay dedicated, stay humble, and keep shining. 🌟
This was Star Bank Daeppang's trainer Ahn Da-young. Thank you.
The title song '청바지' is an abbreviation for '청춘은 바로 지금'. Through this song, Boo Seok-soon delivers the message 'If you're happy at this moment regardless of age, you're young' with his unique cheerful energy!
Please show lots of love for the song '청바지' that suits them so well~!
TWICE, 'Strategy' Billboard Main Chart 'Billboard 200' 4th place!!!👍👍👍
Wow!! TWICE did it again! It's really amazing~
How much did all the members practice and prepare....
I applaud their sweat and effort. I hope TWICE, who always does their best, will continue to grow like this.
They are planning a completely new world tour and will appear as a special guest with the British band Coldplay in 2025.
I hope 2025 will be TWICE's year.
Tomorrow's K-pop stars, prepare hard today too.
I sincerely hope that you will become tomorrow's TWICE who always works hard!
Star Bank Daeppang will be with you~
Hello, MONSTERS!^^
A chance to see Baby Monster's amazing performance in person!
Baby Monster's world tour will start in January 2025~
They are already monsters, so I'm looking forward to seeing how much more awesome they will become during the world tour.
Check out the world tour schedule below~
*2025 BABYMONSTER 1st WORLD TOUR Schedule
▶ 2025.01. 25(Sat)-26(Sun) : Seoul
▶ 2025.02. 28(Fri) : Newark
▶ 2025.03. 02(Sun) : Los Angeles
▶ 2025.03. 14(Fri)-16(Sun) : Kanagawa
▶ 2025.03. 22(Sat)-23(Sun) : Aichi
▶ 2025.04.03(Thu)-04(Fri) : Osaka
▶ 2025.04.12(Sat)-13(Sun) : Kanagawa
▶ 2025.04.19(Sat)-20(Sun) : Fukuoka
I also made a promotional video at Star Bank Daeppang~
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4aY9IAGCkgY
K-POP RADAR's Weekly Fandom Chart TOP 10
1st Blackpink Rosé 'APT'
2nd Stray Kids 'Walking On Water'
3rd Baby Monster 'Love In My Heart'
‘2025 SM GLOBAL AUDITION’
SM will hold the 2025 global audition!
They will visit 17 regions in 5 countries including Korea from January, China from January to February, Japan in March, and the US and Canada in May.
Applications will be accepted starting on the 12th on the ‘2025 SM GLOBAL AUDITION’ homepage (global-audition.smtown.com)!
Anyone born between 2005 and 2015 can apply, regardless of gender or nationality. Those who pass the final round will receive training and a contract opportunity from SM.
Advice from Team Leader Kim Dae-bang of Star Bank: Don’t put it off until the next opportunity because you’re not ready yet. Take this opportunity to check your skills and readiness. It will be very helpful.
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K-pop news from Star Bank's Daeppang's Lime Teacher~
According to the annual chart released by Billboard on the 13th (local time), Stray Kids took 73rd place on the Top Artist chart, the highest ranking for a K-pop group.
According to Billboard's annual chart, Stray Kids took 73rd place on the Top Artist chart! This is the highest record for a K-pop group. Stray Kids are really amazing~ I'm so proud of them and I love them!
In particular, in the Top Album Sales section of this year's chart, 'Rockstar' took 4th place and 'ATE' took 9th place. It's really amazing!
I'll look forward to Stray Kids shining even brighter in 2025~!
Baby Monster is finally coming to you!
Please show a lot of interest as we start our world tour in 2025.
I can't believe that we will have the opportunity to see Baby Monster on stage all over the world.
I saw you preparing hard as a trainee until recently.....
I'm really looking forward to how passionate and talented you will be on the world tour. Please cheer for Baby Monster a lot.
And don't forget that the next Baby Monster is you~😍🥰❤️❤️
