BLACKPINK is the latest act to stage a major virtual concert.
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Moments ago, the K-Pop quad announced that they’ve teamed up with YouTube for their first-ever livestream concert experience. During which they’ll be performing songs from ‘The ALBUM’ and more.
Beginning today, fans can snap up access to ‘THE SHOW, which will broadcast on December 27 at 12 AM EST / 2 PM KST.
Word is that there’ll be more, which will all be available on BLACKPINK’s YouTube.
Speaking in a statement, the ladies said:
“We wanted to end the year with something very special for our Blinks who have been waiting so patiently for us. We hope everyone can comfortably enjoy our first-ever livestream concert THE SHOW at home and hopefully join in on some special perks we’ve prepared for those who join our channel. Overall we’re super excited to share this fun moment with our blinks and we can’t wait till THE SHOW.”
Lyor Cohen, Global Head of Music for YouTube added:
“THE SHOW is going to be epic…a WOW moment. BLACKPINK are one of the biggest and best artists in the world and we’re so honored to be partnering with such great talent and the YG team for this first-ever, can’t miss livestream experience. What a great way to end the year and celebrate BLACKPINK and their YouTube fans around the world!”
Ticket details are outlined below, and also on the experience offer and membership pages:
- STANDARD: 36,000 KRW / $29.99 USD: THE SHOW livestream, rebroadcast and custom emojis
- PLUS: 48,000 KRW / $39.99 USD: THE SHOW livestream, rebroadcast, custom emojis and behind the scenes content
BLACKPINK join the likes of Dua Lipa and Billie Eilish on the list of major stars going the virtual route.
And with their fanbase being as gargantuan as it is, we envision huge numbers.
