The group AMPERS&ONE has captivated not only Asia but also North America with their charm.

Ampersand One held the finale of the ‘2025 AMPERS&ONE LIVE TOUR ‘My First_’ IN NORTH AMERICA’ on the 18th (local time) in Los Angeles, USA.

This tour is Ampersand One‘s first North American tour since their debut, and it started in Miami, USA on February 17th and went on to Orlando, Charlotte, Washington DC, New York, Boston, Columbus, Detroit, Louisville, Nashville, Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Des Moines, Omaha, Kansas City, San Antonio, Phoenix, and Los Angeles, a total of 19 cities.



Ampersand One held ‘On And On’, ‘Broken Heart’, ‘Sweet & Sour’, ‘Calling You Back’, etc., and with their signature energetic performances, they drew enthusiastic cheers and sing-alongs. In addition, they covered various hit songs from K-pop idols and pop artists and passionately connected with local fans by performing the English version of ‘He + She = We’.

Following the successful completion of their first Asia tour held in Singapore, Macau, and Taipei in January, Ampersand One has also successfully concluded their first North American tour, taking a leap forward as a global sensation. In particular, they have proven their ever-growing skills and limitless potential with each performance, greatly increasing expectations for their future endeavors.

The following is a Q&A with Ampersand One about the successful completion of their first Asia and North America tour.

Q1. How do you feel about finishing your first Asian and North American tours since your debut?

Nacamden: It was a time when I learned a lot because I had many opportunities to stand on stage. I’m really grateful to the Anders who enjoyed it with me.

Brian: I was able to experience a lot of new cultures through these first tours. It was really fun and interesting.

Choi Ji-ho: It was so amazing and great to be able to meet and perform with overseas Anders in person. I was able to learn how to perform more enjoyably and excitingly by giving feedback based on what I felt on stage every time.

Yoon Si-yoon: It was such a great honor to be able to tour like this, and I was happy and had fun because I was able to experience so much.

Khairel: It was so much fun that I‘m sad that the tour is over, and it made me even more passionate. I want to create even better performances in the future.

Makaya: As it was my first tour, it was a great experience where I was able to learn a lot and grow. I was happy to meet many new Andies during this tour.

Kim Seung-mo: It wasn’t an easy schedule, but I was happy to see more Andies. I‘m grateful that I was able to perform on many stages. I gained confidence through various experiences and learning.

Q2. What was the most memorable stage during your first tour?

Na Camden: The most memorable stage was Orlando, USA. It was the first time we had a standing performance, and I was so thankful that the audience jumped and danced along with us.

Brian: The most memorable performance during the Asia tour was the Taipei performance. My grandmother came to see our performance for the first time and smiled brightly. I was so happy and proud.

Yoon Si-yoon: When we performed the track ‘Fly’, the fans sang along with us and waved their hands. Seeing that left a deep impression on me that I can’t express in words.

Q3. Are there any fun episodes during your first tour?

Nacamden: During this North American tour, we covered Stray Kids‘ “神Menu,” and there was an incident where my pants ripped during the same choreography part as Brian.

Makaya: It snowed a lot when I visited Minneapolis, USA. While playing with Kairel hyung, a big snowball broke when I tried to throw it, and I got snow all over my body. It felt like I was having fun for the first time in a long time, so I was really happy.

Kim Seungmo: We went swimming together at the hotel with the members. It was even more fun because it was the first time all the members went swimming together.

Q4. How have you grown compared to when you debuted?

Choi Jiho: When I debuted, I was nervous and had a lot to think about, so it was hard to just focus on the stage. I think I’ve grown during this tour, as I‘ve been able to communicate with the audience on stage and enjoy myself leisurely.

Kairel: When I debuted, I was really shy and nervous, so I lacked confidence. I think I’ve gained a lot of confidence as I‘ve gained more experience on stage.

Kim Seung-mo: I think I’ve learned a lot about leading the stage atmosphere and understanding and enjoying the flow of the stage.

Q5. What adjective would Ampersand One want to hear?

Yoon Si-yoon: Sand One who‘s the best at live performances..?! I think it’s an adjective I want to hear because I want to do well in live performances on stage.

Khairel: Sand One who‘s so fun! I hope people enjoy watching our team perform or play.

Makaya: I feel proud when I hear that we’re a group that ‘makes people happy’, so I want to be described as such.

Q6. What do you want to achieve in 2025?

Na Camden: Since we successfully completed our Asia and North American tours, I want to do a European tour as well.

Brian: To win first place on a music show.

Choi Ji Ho: I hope more people will recognize and listen to our songs.

Q7. Is there anything you want to say to your fans?

Na Camden: Andie, we will continue to make you happy in the future. Thank you for being by our side. Always stay healthy!

Brian: We are also working hard on our new album, so please look forward to it! I love you Andie~

Choi Ji Ho: Thank you so much for always loving us and liking our songs and stages. We will work hard to repay you with better stages and music so that you can be proud of being Andie! I love you Andie.

Yoon Si Yoon: The Andie members who cheered us on during this tour were a great help to us! I hope we can continue to create many more stages and happy memories together in the future! Take care of your health! I‘m always thankful and I love you❤️

Kairel: Andy, thank you so much and I love you! Thanks to you all, we can be happy and active every day. I think Andy’s smile is so pretty and just seeing that is healing. Always be happy!

Makaya: Through this tour, I was able to truly feel Andy‘s love and support once again. I’ve decided once again that we, Ampersand One, should work hard to repay you with even better music and cool stages. Please take care of us in the future~

Kim Seung-mo: Thank you for supporting and loving us along the path we‘ve taken so far. We will continue to work hard and grow a lot in the future. Please support us a lot.

Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com Reporter yyynnn@donga.com

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