82 Major, Japan’s ‘KCON’ first sortie…Proof of performance idol’s true worth

MUSIC May 09, 2025

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[Photo = Provided by Great M Entertainment]
[Photo = Provided by Great M Entertainment]

Group 82Major will showcase their true value as a performance idol on the ‘KCON’ stage.

The group 82MAJOR(Nam Sung-mo, Park Seok-jun, Yoon Ye-chan, Jo Sung-il, Hwang Sung-bin, and Kim Do-gyun)will be appearing at ‘KCON JAPAN 2025’ held at Makuhari Messe, Japan from the 9th to the 11th.

82MAJOR will meet local fans through various events over the course of three days, starting with the red carpet and pre-show on the 9th, followed by participation in Shall We Dance on the dance stage on the 10th, and a showcase on the X Stage on the 11th.

In addition, 82 Major plans to capture the hearts of Japanese fans with a diverse setlist and content.In particular, as this is their first time attending ‘KCON’, they plan to prove their status as a ‘performance idol’ with dynamic live performances.

82MAJOR released their third mini album ‘SILENCE SYNDROME’ on the 14th of last month.This new album ranked first on iTunes K-pop daily track chart and entered the upper ranks of the album chart.It also achieved remarkable results by settling in the upper ranks of the Apple Music album chart.

Compared to the initial sales of their second mini album’ X -82 ‘released last year, they have renewed their career high by nearly doubling.Their fourth solo concert’ 82 SYNDROME ‘sold out as soon as tickets opened, proving their hot popularity.Furthermore, member Nam Sungmo has been selected as the MC for MBC M’ Show! Champion ‘, continuing their global activities by taking on the role of MC for a music show for the first time since their debut.

82MAJOR will continue to perform on major stages such as’ KCON JAPAN 2025 ‘and’ 2025 Weversecon Festival ‘.They will then meet with fans from Korea and abroad by holding their fourth solo concert’ 82 SYNDROME’ at Myeonghwa Live Hall from June 6th to 8th.

Reporter Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com jhj@donga.com

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