DIVEs, get ready to be swept away! The phenomenal girl group IVE is set to grace a special broadcast of NHK’s premier Japanese music program, ‘Venue101,’ electrifying fans just ahead of their highly anticipated February comeback in Korea!
A Dazzling Night with IVE on Venue101
According to Japan’s public broadcaster NHK, IVE (An Yu-jin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Won-young, Liz, Leeseo) will star in the exclusive special broadcast, ‘Venue101 Presents IVE LIVE SPECIAL,’ airing on January 31st at 11 PM JST. This solo special is a testament to their star power, promising a dazzling array of captivating stages and unforgettable moments.
Beyond the spectacular performances, this special is meticulously crafted to unveil the multifaceted charms of IVE. A heartwarming segment featuring members directly answering fan-submitted questions is poised to showcase a more genuine and intimate side of IVE, fostering deeper connections with their beloved DIVEs. 💖
IVE‘s Unstoppable Global Communication in Japan
IVE has truly solidified their undeniable presence in the Japanese music and concert scenes, achieving remarkable milestones and captivating fan hearts:
- Streaming Prowess: Last year, their iconic hits ‘ELEVEN,’ ‘LOVE DIVE,’ and ‘After LIKE’ each soared past 200 million cumulative streams on Billboard Japan’s streaming charts, a spectacular run of continuous success. ✨
- Chart-Topping Albums: Their third Japanese album, ‘Be Alright,’ released last July, crowned the No. 1 spot on Billboard Japan’s ‘Top Album Sales’ chart, proving their robust and cherished local popularity. 💎
- Concert Euphoria:
- Their grand entrance at the Tokyo Dome for their first world tour encore in 2024 mesmerized over 95,000 fans across two days, drawing intense media spotlight. 🎶
- The Japanese fan-con tour last year enchanted approximately 100,000 attendees across 11 shows in four regions, reaffirming the formidable ‘IVE Syndrome’ and their powerful connection with fans. 💖
Dual Excitement: Korean Comeback & World Tour Continues
With their indelible mark firmly etched in Japan, IVE is also pouring their hearts into preparations for their highly anticipated domestic comeback. Recently, IVE has been teasing DIVEs with a cascade of captivating promotional content for their second full-length album, ‘REVIVE+,’ across official social media channels, igniting global fan excitement to an all-time high. Amidst this feverish anticipation, their full-fledged comeback journey begins with the pre-release track ‘BANG BANG’ on February 9th, followed by the grand album release on February 23rd.
Furthermore, the magic continues as IVE is slated to bring their second world tour, ‘SHOW WHAT I AM,’ to Kyocera Dome Osaka on April 18th and 19th. All eyes are on IVE as they continue their dynamic narrative, captivating audiences and deepening emotional bonds both domestically and internationally throughout the year.
Don’t miss the ‘Venue101 Presents IVE LIVE SPECIAL’ featuring IVE, airing on NHK on January 31st at 11 PM JST.
This dual approach of deepening their emotional connection with DIVEs in Japan while gearing up for a major Korean comeback is truly an inspired narrative for IVE. Their consistent dedication to delivering unforgettable performances ensures their emotional bond with fans only grows stronger.
Editor: Chloe Jung ✨
