K-pop sensation TWICE brings electrifying stage presence to Grant Park as festival headliners
Group wows international fans with dynamic performances, special setlist, and heartfelt encore
TWICE took center stage as headliners at "Lollapalooza Chicago," one of the city's most iconic summer music festivals, mesmerizing thousands of fans with their commanding global aura.
On August 2nd, the nine-member group performed at Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois, joining a star-studded lineup that included Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Luke Combs, and A$AP Rocky. The festival, renowned for drawing over 115,000 attendees each day, pulsed with energy as TWICE delivered a headline set that showcased their world-tour experience and cemented their standing as global pop icons.
The group's signature light stick, the "Candy Bong," illuminated Grant Park, and the roar of the crowd reached a fever pitch as TWICE appeared on stage. They kicked off their set with their first English single, "The Feels," instantly energizing the audience. The members engaged fluently and confidently with fans, dialing up the excitement with a rapid-fire sequence of hit songs including "MORE & MORE," "Dance The Night Away," and "What is Love?"
Demonstrating their versatility, TWICE treated fans to diverse performances such as unit dance breaks and live band collaborations. Their setlist spanned various genres, featuring tracks like "Alcohol-Free," "ICON," "I CAN'T STOP ME," and "MOONLIGHT SUNRISE," igniting a wild response from the crowd. The members’ trademark warmth and approachability were on display as they greeted fans and made heart gestures, further endearing themselves to the audience.
A special highlight came with a live rendition of "TAKEDOWN (JEONGYEON, JIHYO, CHAEYOUNG)," an original soundtrack from the popular Netflix animation "K-Pop Demon Hunters." JEONGYEON, JIHYO, and CHAEYOUNG fully embodied their characters from the series, thrilling festivalgoers with their dynamic performance. Additional songs including "Strategy" kept the atmosphere electric and ensured the audience’s enthusiasm never waned.
Following their performance of "ONE SPARK," the Chicago night sky became the canvas for a dazzling drone show that featured the official TWICE logo, character icons, and the group’s name, leaving a lasting impression on fans. For the finale, during "THIS IS FOR," TWICE shared, “Amazing time tonight! We've performed on many stages over the past ten years, but Lollapalooza Chicago marks our very first festival.” The members thanked the crowd, promised to meet again, and brought the night to a feverish close with a passionate encore.
The entire show was livestreamed on TWICE’s official YouTube channel, allowing fans around the globe to join in the excitement in real time. Online, feedback raved: “Blown away by TWICE’s stage energy,” “This set captured all the magic of a world tour,” and “The festival production was refreshingly different from a concert.”
Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”
Photo=JYP Entertainment
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