American Express presents BST Hyde Park

ATEEZ

2026 UK EXCLUSIVE

FULL LINE-UP TO BE ANNOUNCED

Sunday 28 June

Hyde Park, London

Tickets on general sale – Friday 29 May

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American Express presents BST Hyde Park is excited to announce that acclaimed South Korean group ATEEZ will make their Hyde Park headline debut on Sunday 28 June. One of the world’s most iconic groups taking to one of the world’s most iconic stages, the eight-member act – HONGJOONG, SEONGHWA, YUNHO, YEOSANG, SAN, MINGI, WOOYOUNG and JONGHO – has taken the world by storm since their debut in 2018.

Full line-up to be announced. Tickets go on general sale on Friday 29 May, visit www.bst-hydepark.com

Hailing from KQ Entertainment, ATEEZ quickly distinguished themselves as one of K-pop’s leading acts, selling out a global tour just four months into their career. Their artistic identity is defined by interconnected storytelling, unfolding across their ‘TREASURE,’ ‘FEVER,’ ‘THE WORLD’ and ‘GOLDEN HOUR’ album series.

They reached million‑seller status with their eighth EP in 2022, marking an important milestone in their rise. Their impact extends strongly into the UK as well, with the group becoming the first South Korean musical act to have three different releases chart in the Top 10 Official Albums Chart within a single year in 2024. Their momentum accelerated further that year, when they dominated major festivals worldwide, including Coachella in the US, Summer Sonic in Japan and a headline set at Mawazine in Morocco.

Their achievements continued last year, with a ‘K-pop Artist of the Year’ win at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and a nomination for ‘Favourite K-Pop Artist’ at the American Music Awards. This was followed by their celebrated ‘TOWARDS THE LIGHT: WILL TO POWER’ tour, which brought 14 shows across nine European countries.

ATEEZ has continued to solidify their global success, earning Top 3 placements on the Billboard 200 with six consecutive releases and placing a total of eight albums in the chart’s Top 10. The group also achieved back-to-back entries on the Billboard Hot 100, further underscoring the consistency and scale of their worldwide impact. Most recently, ATEEZ successfully wrapped up their latest world tour, ‘IN YOUR FANTASY,’ with stops across the United States, Asia, Japan, and Korea.

Early 2026 saw the release of ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4,’ ATEEZ’s 13th EP, which added yet another wave of achievements to the group’s growing global momentum. Featuring five tracks led by the high-energy single ‘Adrenaline,’ the release earned major chart success across Korea and internationally.

ATEEZ now take another major step in their global journey. Their Hyde Park headline show will be a reminder of why they stand among the most influential groups of their generation. It also marks a significant moment for Hyde Park itself as a UK exclusive event for 2026.

BST Hyde Park has built a strong legacy of placing K-pop artists at the forefront of major festival stages. In 2023, BLACKPINK made UK festival history by becoming the first K-pop group to headline a major UK music festival at BST Hyde Park. The following year, Stray Kids became the first male K-pop group to headline the festival. ATEEZ now join this landmark lineage.

Headliners for BST Hyde Park 2026 also include: Garth Brooks (Saturday 27 June), Maroon 5 (Friday 3 July), Mumford & Sons (Saturday 4 July), Duran Duran (Sunday 5 July), Pitbull (Friday 10 July) and Lewis Capaldi (Saturday 11 July and Sunday 12 July).

Tickets:

Amex Presale Begins – 10am Monday 18 May

Artist Presale – 10am Wednesday 20 May

General On Sale – 10am Friday 29 May

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SF9  are heading to LONDON ! The kpop boy group will be playing  INDIGO at the O2, and are set to put on a magical night for their UK FANTASYs.

image curtsey of STUDIO PAV 

On the 15th October, YOUNGBIN HWIYOUNG, INSEONG, JAEYOON AND CHANI will be putting on an unmissable show, showcasing their talent and passion through new and classic songs alike. The set list is bursting with addicting tracks from their earlier albums, as well as their newest album LOVE RACE.

This is the UK stop of their EU and USA tour.

SF9, who debuted in 2016 under FNC are known to captivate their audiences with powerful, high energy performance and stroking vocals. The group debuted through a dance focused survival show, and have gone on to perfect their skills and show off their charms.

LOVE:DAWN LIVE FANTASY #5 is no different. The members charisma and personality shines through, capturing the hearts of FANTASYs and no fans alike – mailing every moment unforgettable. FANTASYs also have the chance to purchase snapshots with their favourite member, an even better way to remember an incredible night.

SF9’s concert at INDIGO at the O2 in London, is truly not to be missed.

Tickets are available for sale HERE.

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STRAY KIDS RELEASE FOURTH FULL-LENGTH ALBUM “KARMA” TODAY, FEATURING THE NEW TITLE TRACK “CEREMONY”.

WATCH THE “CEREMONY” MUSIC VIDEO HERE

Today, record-breaking, global K-Pop superstars Stray Kids release their fourth full-length album, KARMA, out now via JYP Entertainment / IMPERIAL / Republic Records.

The new album KARMA is a story about destiny told in Stray Kids’ own unique way — connecting their past, present, and future. Destiny is shaped by a tangled web of choices and consequences. KARMA begins with this very idea — an attempt to interpret Stray Kids’ fate. Despite countless external judgments and inner conflicts, they have continued to forge their own path with unwavering resolve. Through their music, Stray Kids represent a story of growth.

The new title track “CEREMONY” is a powerful and energetic celebration of honouring oneself after enduring these intense trials. Blending powerful EDM Trap beats with the rhythm of Baile Funk, the song paints a dramatic picture of overwhelming triumph — a moment that can only be experienced by those who have overcome adversity and claimed their victory. Watch the official music video HERE.

The album features 11 tracks, beginning with the title track “CEREMONY,” followed by “BLEEP,” “CREED,” “MESS,” “In My Head,” “Half Time,” “Phoenix,” “Ghost,” “0801,” as well as “CEREMONY (Festival Version),” a reinterpretation of the title track with a live, festival vibe, and “CEREMONY (English Version)” for global fans. The tracks weave between different genres and moods but share a common attitude and message of staying true to Stray Kids—from the hip-hop song “BLEEP,” which is a confident statement about protecting oneself amidst negative noise, to “0801,” which is a warm and sentimental expression to the connection with STAY. The album organically links the past and the future, delivering a powerful resonance to listeners.

All of the tracks are produced by group’s producing team 3RACHA. Since their debut with “District 9” in March 2018, Stray Kids have taken part in the production of every song they have released, building a unique musical universe and narrative of their own. As both captivating “sound makers” and compelling “storytellers,” Stray Kids now return with a new story centered around the theme of destiny.

KARMA is Stray Kids’ first comeback of 2025, released nine months after their Gold-Certified #1 album HOP, which marked their sixth #1 album on the Billboard 200 Chart and first full-length album in nearly two years since their third full length album ★★★★★ (5-STAR) in June 2023. HOP’s Gold Certification solidified Stray Kids as the artist with the most RIAA Gold Album Certifications of any K-Pop artist in history, and the album’s #1 charting debut anointed the group as the first act ever to debut at #1 with their first six charting albums.

Stray Kids are doing huge things in the industry right now and we can’t wait to see what else they bring!

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NCT DREAM returns with their eagerly anticipated fifth full-length album “Go Back To The Future” today on all digital and streaming platforms, via SM Entertainment and Virgin Music, featuring double title tracks ‘BTTF’ and ‘CHILLER’.

The nine-track album follows the K-Pop stars as they narratively embark on a time-travel journey to visit their past, present, and future – exploring their nine years as a group, and the even brighter years ahead of them. Listen to the album HERE.

Last year, NCT DREAM earned acclaim by expressing the common struggles, aspirations, and dreams of youth through their albums “DREAM( )SCAPE” and “DREAMSCAPE”. Once more they reflect on their own experiences, this time to impart a message about living fully in the present moment without regrets.

The story begins with title track ‘BTTF’ (short for ‘back to the future’), a hip-hop-inspired dance track encapsulates the quintessential ‘NCT sound’ with a signature synth bass and dynamic verse transitions. The lyrics chronicle NCT DREAM gaining the power to change the future through time travel. As they reflect on the path they’ve taken, they realise the value of a past with no regrets – and boldly declare ‘We are the future’, announcing their ambition to travel the road ahead with conviction. Watch the music video here.

The second title track ‘CHILLER’ experiments with genres overtop a foundation of French house. Its distinctive textures and unpredictable chord progressions are a fitting base for a song highlighting the group’s success, serving as both a prequel and sequel to ‘BTTF’. Watch the video here.

‘I LIKE IT’, a funky dance-pop marked by its striking electric guitar, explores unexpectedly meeting another version of oneself through a rift in time, and using that alternate version as a motivator to forge fearlessly ahead. The equally infectious ‘DREAM TEAM’ blends bouncing guitar riffs, jangly piano, and anthemic harmonies to share an encouraging message about bouncing back after facing setbacks.

The fast-paced, upbeat nature of the album takes a reflective pause with ‘Interlude : Back To Our Paradise’, a dreamy track with ethereal sounds and rich choral layers. The lyrics express setting off on a journey through time and memories in search of a once-loved person. It marks the beginning of a new chapter in NCT DREAM’s ‘First Love’ series, a collection of songs across their discography that explores the theme of one’s first love.

‘‘Bout You’ is an acoustic pop ballad comparing the unexpected arrival of ‘you’ to a passing rain shower, portraying how a fateful meeting can paint the world in colour, much like raindrops colour all that they touch. The nostalgic atmosphere continues with ‘That Summer’, a pop song which pulls from New Jack Swing to portray the clumsy memories of first love.

The penultimate track ‘Miss Me’ blends ’90s pop and R&B, fittingly describing the bittersweet moment of parting with someone and the anticipation of meeting again in the future. The album closes with the stunning mid-tempo pop tune ‘Beautiful Sailing’. NCT DREAM reflects on their storied path – from taking their first steps toward their dreams, up to the present – comparing their trials and tribulations to crossing an expansive sea. It brings “Go Back To The Future”to a hopeful close, with the seven-piece embracing the rough waves and gentle currents, knowing that both are carrying them toward even greater seas.

Alongside the release of the new album, NCT DREAM will embark on their fourth tour, ‘The Dream Show 4: Dream the Future’, which kicked off in Seoul, Korea this month and will continue across Asia through the rest of the year. With 2024 marking the group’s ninth consecutive release to sell over one million copies – achieved via their November album “DREAMSCAPE” – the anticipation is high for “Go Back To The Future” and its whimsically charming storytelling as NCT DREAM explore their already legendary past, thriving present, and limitless future.

Photo Credit: SM Entertainment | Download artwork/press images HERE

“Go Back To The Future” Tracklist

BTTF

CHILLER

I LIKE IT

DREAM TEAM

Interlude : Back to Our Paradise

나의 소나기 (‘Bout You)

여름 바람이 불어오면 (That Summer)

새벽별 (Miss Me)

항해 (Beautiful Sailing)

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With anticipation steadily building, SM ent have revealed the full lineup for their SM town concert in London!

The line up features over a dozen artists across multiple generations, ranging from multi-million-selling K-pop trailblazers – like TVXQ!, Girls’ Generation’s HYOYEON and Red Velvet – through to today’s hottest groups like aespa, EXO’s SUHO and CHANYEOL, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, RIIZE and the virtual idol naevis.

The line-up for SMTOWN LIVE in London:

– TVXQ!

– Girls’ Generation’s HYOYEON

– Red Velvet (IRENE, SEULGI, JOY)

– EXO’s SUHO and CHANYEOL

– NCT 127

– NCT DREAM

– WayV

– aespa

– RIIZE

– NCT WISH

– naevis

– Hearts2Hearts

– Plus a troop of SM’s promising trainees billed as “SMTR25”

Tickets go on sale February 27th, it’s not to be missed!

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K-pop entertainment giant SM Entertainment, in collaboration with FRONTROW, is bringing SMTOWN LIVE 2025 to the UK for the very first time as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations.

The summer’s biggest K-pop event in Europe is taking place at London’s Allianz Stadium Twickenham on 28 June. The first wave of multi-million-selling stars announced for the line-up today are EXO’s SUHO and CHANYEOL, NCT DREAM, WayV, RIIZE and NCT WISH. Full line-up to be revealed soon!

SMTOWN LIVE 2025 is set to be the first K-pop concert held at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, which has hosted concerts for U2, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga.

This is the first time SM’s label-wide concert, SMTOWN LIVE, has been to Europe since 2010’s show in Paris. The trailblazing label is home to some of the planet’s biggest and most influential K-pop stars, including BoA, TVXQ!, SUPER JUNIOR, Girls’ Generation, SHINee, EXO, Red Velvet, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, WayV, aespa and RIIZE.

After kicking off with two massive sold-out concerts in Seoul last month, SMTOWN LIVE 2025 will head to Mexico City next on 9 May, followed by Los Angeles on 11 May and after London on 28 June, onwards to Tokyo on 9 and 10 August.

Both Seoul concert dates sold out immediately upon ticket release, with 40,000 fans in attendance over the weekend on 11 and 12 January. The buzz generated online further solidified SM Entertainment’s formidable presence, creating anticipation for the global reach and impact the tour is poised to deliver.

The concert extravaganza brought together a dizzying array of SM artists, past and present, for a history-making line-up that showcases the breadth of the label’s vast history. Performers included KANGTA, BoA, TVXQ!, SUPER JUNIOR, Girls’ Generation’s HYOYEON, SHINee’s KEY and MINHO, EXO’s SUHO and CHANYEOL, Red Velvet, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, WayV, aespa, RIIZE, NCT WISH, naevis and the UK’s own boy group, dearALICE.

The concert also showcased never-before-seen remakes of SM’s signature hits, reinterpreted by senior and junior artists in their distinctive styles.

The reimagined tracks by aespa, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, Red Velvet, RIIZE and more will be available on SM’s forthcoming label album, “2025 SMTOWN : THE CULTURE, THE FUTURE”, out on 14 February. Pre-save/pre-order

Tickets go on sale at the end of this month – watch out for details !!

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After a breathtaking tour, we’re sure NCTZENS are missing NCT DREAM as much as we are. And what better pick me up than being able to relive your magical moments!

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With a crackling atmosphere, and palpable excitement, STAYs (STRAY KIDS fans) eagerly awaited a massively anticipated show – STRAY KIDS headlining BST HYDE PARK on the 14th July. STRAY KIDS more than delivered, giving a high energy and utterly breathtaking show.

K-Pop sensation, STRAY KIDS, was the final headliner to hit the Great Oak Stage at American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024. The eight-strong band – made up of Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin and I.N – shot to fame in 2017 after appearing on the South Korean reality TV show “Stray Kids”. On Sunday 14th July, they became the first all-male K-Pop act to headline a major UK festival, at BST Hyde Park.

“Hello London, we are so excited to be here”, Bang Chan greeted the audience, before introducing each member of the band to the screaming crowd. “It’s great to be back here,” he added, referring to the five years since the group’s last performance in the UK.

The eight-piece, who are on the brink of releasing their ninth mini album, “ATE”, beamed at the thunderous applause – launching seamlessly into their much-loved songs, “S-Class”, “Freeze” and “Super Bowl”, before moving onto “Topline, “Thunderous” and “Item”. As the drumbeat intro to “Domino” began, Stray Kids took to the runway, zipping and jumping their way back and forth, before returning to the main stage to display their signature dance moves. Naturally, cheers erupted from the 50,000-strong crowd.

Following a brief interlude, filled with Led Zeppelin riffs by the Stray Kids Band, the second half of the show presented the likes of “Lonely Street”, “Social Path”, “Charmer”, “My Pace”, “Back Door”, “Maniac” and “God’s Menu”- the latter lighting up the stage against a backdrop of flames.

The band returned to the stage for an epic encore consisting of “Lalalala”, “Victory Song” and “Miroh”. “Does anyone know the results for the finals?” Bang Chan asked, in reference to England’s Euro 2024 Final clash that same night. The show ended with the original version of “Topline”, followed by their penultimate track, “Megaverse”, before the band’s huge fan-favourite 2020 hit, “Haven” brought the show to a close.

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British singer-songwriter, Maisie Peters, couldn’t contain her excitement at being a support act for Stray Kids’. Much to the glee of the equally vibrant audience, the 24-year-old performed a string of her favourite songs, including her viral hit “History Of A Man”, plus “Love Him I Don’t” and “Not Another Rockstar. Wearing a strappy black top and mini flare skirt, the Sussex-based singer impressed with a Killers’ cover of “Mr Brightside”, before closing with “Lost The Break Up”.

“This is one of my dreams come true,” announced Phoenix-born artist Alec Benjamin, as he took to the Great Oak Stage. “Thank you guys for making this happen.” The 30-year-old musician was an instant hit, of course, wowing audiences with performances of “I Sent My Therapist To Therapy” from his 2023 album “12 Notes”, “If We Have Each Other” from 2018’s “Narrated For You”, plus “The Way You Felt” and “Devil Doesn’t Bargain” from 2021’s “(Un)Commentary”. He added: “[London] might be my favourite city on Earth and thank you Stray Kids for having me!”

Six-strong girl band, NMIXX, wasted no time in getting the audience in the mood for a real British Summer Time party earlier in the afternoon, unleashing their upbeat tunes such as “Dice”, Run For Roses” and “Young, Dumb and Stupid”. “We are so excited to perform our songs in front of you guys,” beamed lead singer, Lily. “Let’s relax and have a lot of fun together.” The group then cranked things up a notch by covering two huge British artists, Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now” and Oasis’ “Don’t Look Back In Anger”. They ended with two of their most loved numbers, “Moving On” and “Love Me Like This”.

Since making his debut in 2020, Taiwanese artist, KIRE, has been impressing audiences all over the world. Today, he took on London – opening the Great Oak Stage to tens of thousands of waiting fans. “Let me hear you make some noise,” he announced to the screaming audience. “I brought some songs, I hope you guys have fun!” Packing in a lot during his set, Kire brought a fan on stage to be serenaded to his slow-paced track, “Beautiful”, and handed out posters to the crowd, while also performing ”Dream Of You” and “Don’t Stop”. Recently, Kire took to Instagram to express his gratitude to fans. “I love how everyone can be themselves at my show,” he said.

Singer-songwriter, Dhruv, hit fame when his 2019 release “Double Take” went viral on TikTok nearly two years after release. “London, thank you so much for having me,” he said, almost bursting with joy. “This feels like a dream.” The British-Indian singer, who has lived in Singapore and America, showcased his 2024 singles “Speed of Light”, “How?” and “Tragedy”. “I came here [to BST]to see Adele a few years ago, so playing for you now is unbelievable. Thank you Stray Kids for letting us open.”

With nearly 35 million followers on TikTok, it’s no wonder Elijah Woods could be found on the line up for BST Hyde Park 2024. The multi-platinum selling artist performed his top tracks including “24/7, 365”, “Everything, Everywhere, Always” and “Fingers Crossed” during his Rainbow Stage set. He said: My Name Is Elijah Woods and this is my first show in London ever… [it’s] my first show in Europe ever. I’m so happy I get to travel the world and do what I love.”

Scotland-based Bellah Mae opened The Rainbow Stage at American Express presents BST Hyde Park today. “I’m so happy to be here with you!” she told the audience, before teasing them with tracks such as “Hell and Never Back” and “2053”.

West London’s rising star Tyler Lewis, Welsh A-lister Ben Lewis and genreless AlienBlaze completed the final day of music at American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024.

As American Express presents BST Hyde Park draws to a close for another year, with over 500,000 fans in attendance, we celebrate the nine iconic artists who have taken to the famous Great Oak Stage over the last three weeks. From SZA, Kings of Leon and Morgan Wallen to Andrea Bocelli, Robbie Williams and Shania Twain, from Stevie Nicks – with special guest Harry Styles – to Kylie and STRAY KIDS, this has been the brilliant soundtrack to summer 2024 in London.

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The next generation global rookie group RIIZE are previewing their first mini album, “RIIZING”, with the release of their b-side tracks – out now via SM Entertainment/RCA Records. With this new release, RIIZE also unveil the music videos for ‘One Kiss’ (watch here) and ‘9 Days’ (watch here). Ahead of their June album, RIIZE released their hotly-anticipated single ‘Siren’ as well as prologue single ‘Impossible’. In addition to ‘One Kiss’ and ‘9 Days’, the group is also releasing new track ‘Honestly’, raising expectations for their first mini-album and showcasing the diverse variety of RIIZE’s unique “emotional pop” genre. Listen HERE.

 

‘9 Days’ is an infectious dance infused track with energetic synths and drum sounds as they sing about being so busy that a week feels like nine days, but still determined to keep going and pursuing your dreams.

 

Showcasing the group’s velveteen vocals over a soft, dreamy synth pads and trap drum beats, ‘Honestly’ shares a story of saying goodbye to a love that is hurting you and vowing to invest that love into yourself instead.

 

Composed of grand strings and powerful drums, ‘One Kiss’ exudes powerful emotions with a deeper meaning as it’s RIIZE’s first fan song with lyrics expressing sealing a happy day together with just one kiss, an action that speaks louder than words, promising unchanging love.

 

Up next, RIIZE can be seen in a total of nine regions around the world for their first fan-con tour, “RIIZING DAY”. The tour will start in Seoul on 4 May with a stop at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater on 20 May. The event will focus on interactions with fans and be filled with games, music, and performances. Tickets and more details can be found HERE. Additionally, more dates will be announced at a later date.

 

Stay tuned for more coming soon from RIIZE as they continue to carefully craft a style of their own.

 

RIIZING B-Sides tracklist:

1. Siren

2. Impossible

3. 9 Days

4. Honestly

5. One Kiss

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The huge concert experience is coming to the big screen worldwide across two nights on 24 & 27 April. With their futuristic stage visuals, high-energy choreography and captivating vocals, watch aespa fiercely command the stage at London’s O2 Arena, delivering fan favourites including ‘Next Level’, ‘Savage’, ‘Girls’, ‘Spicy’ and ‘Black Mamba’. The film also highlights individual performances by each member, complemented by exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews, offering a glimpse behind the curtain.

aespa: WORLD TOUR in cinemas – Teaser

In the trailer, some of the behind the scenes interviews are shown and aespa can be heard speaking about their fanbase, MY. Winter says, “I was so moved that I teared up”

Tickets are on sale now for the two night-only worldwide cinema event. Visit aespaworldtourincinemas.com for full details and links to purchase tickets.

It’s bound to be a stunning experience to share with other MYs in your city! 

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