K-Pop has taken over 'Coachella.' BLACKPINK's Jennie and Lisa, along with ENHYPEN, received rave reviews from foreign media for their perfect performances.
Jennie, Lisa, and ENHYPEN took the stage at the 'Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival' (hereafter 'Coachella') from April 12 to 14 (Korean time). About 7,000 spectators showed an enthusiastic response.
First, on the 14th, Jennie performed at the Coachella Outdoor Theatre, showcasing a total of 11 songs over 57 minutes. She sang hit songs such as 'Mantra,' 'Extra L,' and 'Like Jennie.'
After the concert, praises from foreign media poured in. Rolling Stone remarked, "Jennie filled the stage at the Coachella Outdoor Theatre with intense energy."
She had a special guest. World-famous pop star Kali Uchis appeared, and the two delivered a perfect rendition of 'Damn Right' with powerful energy.
Classy reported, "The duet stage with Jennie and Uchis was a definitive moment of the performance," stating that they left a deep impression on the audience with their fantastic synergy.
Lisa took the stage at the Sahara Stage on the 12th. She made her entrance singing 'Thunder' from atop a giant pillar, captivating the audience with her striking warrior-like bodysuit.
She performed a total of 8 songs over 55 minutes. During 'Fuck Up the World,' her double-time rap overwhelmed the atmosphere, showcasing her outstanding stage capabilities.
Billboard focused on Lisa's performance, praising, "Lisa completely captivated the audience," and noted that she completed a presence-filled stage with creative direction and perfect composition.
The LA Times commented, "An artist who possesses not only performance skills but also emotional depth and a strong sense of trends," adding, "A powerful energy and a peculiar atmosphere were felt during her performance."
BLACKPINK made history as the first K-Pop girl group to enter 'Coachella' in 2019. In 2023, they heated up the stage as headliners. Jennie and Lisa once again proved their global influence as solo artists.
ENHYPEN held their debut performance at 'Coachella.' They took the stage at the Sahara Stage on the 13th. From the very first song 'Blockbuster,' they showcased their solid live performance while holding handheld microphones.
They passionately sang a total of 13 songs over approximately 45 minutes, harmonizing powerful vocals with rich band sounds. True to their fandom name, their 'engine' grew hotter with each song.
Billboard stated, "ENHYPEN is the K-Pop artist who entered 'Coachella' in the shortest time after debut," and mentioned, "They created a historic moment with this performance."
They also highlighted the stage direction, stating, "The set changed from a city on fire to clouds in a peaceful sky, like watching a story unfold."
Meanwhile, Lisa will take the stage again on the 19th, ENHYPEN on the 20th, and Jennie on the 21st at their second performances at 'Coachella.'
<Text=Intern Reporter Yoo Ha-neul (Dispatch), Photo='Coachella' YouTube capture>
