At the final stop of their UNVEIL in the USA tour, The KingDom closed out in Los Angeles on September 20th at the iconic Palace Theatre with a performance bursting with pure “ENERGY.”
The seven-member group—Arthur, Mujin, Luis, Ivan, Hwon, Jahan, and leader Dan—embarked on their U.S. tour, including stops in Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, which was a testament to their growing global popularity.
You can check out our previous exclusive interview with KingDom to learn more about their music and the fun lore they’ve built within the group!
As we approached the iconic venue, the atmosphere felt intimate, with very few seats creating a snug yet packed vibe. Fans were buzzing with excitement, feeling hyped even before the show began.
As with most K-pop concerts, the show kicked off with an electrifying opening VCR, sending the KINGMAKERs into a frenzy. The group, clad in stylish racer and biker jackets, stormed the stage, met with thunderous cheers from the packed crowd.
The members kicked off the show with their two songs, “Flip That Coin” and “X-GAME,” which perfectly set the vibe. Fans sang along to every single lyric, creating an electrifying atmosphere!
“X-GAME” introduced some fresh choreography for fans to enjoy. After two energetic, high-energy tracks, the boys kept the momentum going with the hard-hitting song “GUNDAM.” Let me just say, if you’re looking for a perfect starter track to get into their music—this is the one!
The audience’s lightsticks lit up in a wild array of colors, creating a vibrant atmosphere that contrasted beautifully with the group’s darker, more intense sound.
As the members introduced themselves, each one was warmly welcomed before their solo, duo, and trio performances. These stages filled the room with rich vocals, intense red lighting, and unique takes on songs like “Believer” by Imagine Dragons.
We then dove into more VCRs and storylines, which were heartwarming to watch. This segment included a recap of their journey—from survival show to debut—and introduced them as “cinematic idols.” This tour marked their transition into “Chapter 2,” symbolizing a more evolved, elevated era for The KingDom.
The members then returned in denim outfits for songs with even more intense choreography, leaving everyone breathless with powerful performances of songs like “COUP D’ÉTAT” and “KARMA.”
Following their opening numbers, the members covered NCT U’s “Baby Don’t Stop” and “Just Do It,” while the whole group performed One Direction’s “That’s What Makes You Beautiful,” prompting fans to sing along to the nostalgic tune.
As the show came to a close, the members shared heartfelt messages about their LA tour stop. “Guys, thank you so much for being here tonight,” said group leader Dan.
“We always look forward to performing in front of you; it is our biggest pleasure.”
The heartfelt speech was followed by their last song, “BEST THING,” with lyrics like “the best thing about me is you,” conveying a heartfelt message to the KINGMAKERs.
Ivan closed off the night by hinting at a new album promising more ‘epic songs.’ The excitement built as Dan announced, “We’re going to come back with more active songs and a brand new album!” Fans eagerly chanted for spoilers.
Despite announcing it was their last song, they returned in true K-pop fashion to perform the energetic track “Blinder.” Fans jumped and sang along as the members walked through the aisles of the theatre, providing fans with selfies and video-worthy moments.
The KingDom’s show is one you should experience at least once! Stay tuned for updates on their next endeavors below.
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