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Korea Herald
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
BTS surpasses 30 million Weverse subscribers ahead of 2026 comeback
Group sets new global record on fan platform as members prepare return from military service K-pop phenomenon BTS has become the first artist to surpass 30 million subscribers on Weverse, setting a new benchmark for global fan engagement ahead of their highly anticipated comeback in spring 2026. Hybe announced Saturday that more than 30 million fans have now joined the boy band's community on Weverse, a platform designed to facilitate direct interaction between artists and their followers. Through the service, fans can watch live broadcasts, chat with BTS members in real time and purchase concert tickets and official merchandise. Weverse recorded 10 million monthly active users in the first quarter of this year. Since its launch in June 2019, no artist other than BTS has reached this scale of following. The platform hosts not only Hybe-affiliated acts but also artists from other K-pop agencies, along with actors, musical theater performers and international pop stars including Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa. To mark the milestone, BTS member Jin left a brief message on the platform, writing, 'I was told to post something brag-worthy, so here it is.' The group is currently preparing to release a new album in spring 2025, following the recent completion of mandatory military service by all members. BTS also released its first live album, 'Permission to Dance on Stage – Live,' Friday, which captures the band's 2021–2022 concert series held in Seoul, Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
Korea Herald
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
BTS surpasses 30 million Weverse subscribers ahead of 2025 comeback
Group sets new global record on fan platform as members prepare return from military service K-pop phenomenon BTS has become the first artist to surpass 30 million subscribers on Weverse, setting a new benchmark for global fan engagement ahead of their highly anticipated comeback in spring 2025. Hybe announced Saturday that more than 30 million fans have now joined the boy band's community on Weverse, a platform designed to facilitate direct interaction between artists and their followers. Through the service, fans can watch live broadcasts, chat with BTS members in real time and purchase concert tickets and official merchandise. Available in 245 countries, Weverse recorded 10 million monthly active users in the first quarter of this year. Since its launch in June 2019, no artist other than BTS has reached this scale of following. The platform hosts not only Hybe-affiliated acts but also artists from other K-pop agencies, along with actors, musical theater performers and international pop stars including Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa. To mark the milestone, BTS member Jin left a brief message on the platform, writing, 'I was told to post something brag-worthy, so here it is.' The group is currently preparing to release a new album in spring 2025, following the recent completion of mandatory military service by all members. BTS also released its first live album, 'Permission to Dance on Stage – Live,' Friday, which captures the band's 2021–2022 concert series held in Seoul, Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
The Star
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
BTS drops first-ever live concert album
'Permission to Dance on Stage — Live' captures moments of the K-pop mega group's 2021-2022 tour. — Photo: BigHit Music BTS released its first-ever live album, Permission to Dance on Stage – Live , on Friday. The album captures vivid memories of the group's performances during its 'Permission to Dance on Stage' tour in 2021 to 2022. Performances from Seoul, Los Angeles and Las Vegas feature on the album. Marking the group's first official concert album since debut, it includes 22 tracks, featuring megahits such as Dynamite , Butter and Permission to Dance . Several tracks were newly arranged for the tour, offering the audience fresh takes on fan favorites. Fire and Idol are reimagined with more intense sounds, while Dynamite and Butter have been infused with brass sessions for an upbeat, festive feel. Alongside the album, a video of the final Seoul concert held at Jamsil Olympic Stadium in 2022 will be released. Fans can watch the 141-minute video through Weverse, Hybe's global fan platform. The package will also include an interview photobook featuring behind-the-scenes moments from the concert. Meanwhile, BTS is preparing for a full-group comeback in the spring of next year and a new world tour. During a Weverse Live broadcast on July 1, the members shared that they will begin working on new music and concert preparations starting this month. — The Korea Herald/Asia News Network
Pink Villa
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS drops Permission to Dance on Stage– Live: From Butter act to interview photobook, know what's in album
BTS unveiled their first-ever live album, Permission to Dance on Stage– Live on July 18 at 1 PM KST (9:30 PM IST/12:00 AM ET). It is the boy band's first musical offering since all the members completed their mandatory military service in June 2025. While they are working on their new album in LA, they dropped this collection of nostalgia to keep the fans engaged. Here's all about the contents of the collection. What does Permission to Dance on Stage– Live album include? It features live performances of 22 tracks from their Permission to Dance on Stage world tour. The acts are from both online and offline tours, held in three cities– Seoul, Los Angeles and Las Vegas from 2021 to 2022. The tracks include BTS' global smash hits, which are as follows: Black Swan, Dynamite, Butter, Permission to Dance, ON, IDOL, Blood Sweat & Tears, Life Goes On, Spring Day, Dope, Burning Up (FIRE), DNA, Blue & Grey, FAKE LOVE, Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey), Telepathy, Stay, Outro: Wings, So What, Airplane 2, Silver Spoon, and Dis-ease. Available in three versions- Contact, Connect, and Set (Weverse Shop Gift), with Target Exclusive editions featuring additional photo cards. Fans can experience the concert atmosphere through this album, complete with audience cheers and the band's infectious energy. Alongside the album, fans will receive a 141-minute digital code that provides exclusive access to the final three performances of Permission To Dance On Stage- Seoul, recorded at the Jamsil Sports Complex in Seoul's Songpa District in 2022. Upon registering and verifying the code on Weverse, fans can watch high-quality VOD content. The package will also include a 92-page photobook filled with interview content and behind-the-scenes moments that showcase the members' synergy. Where to watch Permission to Dance on Stage– Live online? If you missed out on buying the live album, which is priced at $15.99 USD, don't worry – you can still experience it online. BTS hosted a Permission to Dance on Stage – Live listening party on Weverse, allowing fans to enjoy the album for free. However, to take part in the experience, you will need a Spotify Premium subscription.
Korea Herald
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
BTS drops first-ever live concert album
'Permission to Dance on Stage — Live' captures moments of the group's 2021-2022 tour BTS released its first-ever live album, 'Permission to Dance on Stage – Live,' on Friday at 1 p.m. The album captures vivid memories of the group's performances during its 'Permission to Dance on Stage' tour in 2021 to 2022. Performances from Seoul, Los Angeles and Las Vegas feature on the album. Marking the group's first official concert album since debut, it includes 22 tracks, featuring megahits such as 'Dynamite,' 'Butter' and 'Permission to Dance.' Several tracks were newly arranged for the tour, offering the audience fresh takes on fan favorites. 'Fire' and 'Idol" are reimagined with more intense sounds, while 'Dynamite' and 'Butter' have been infused with brass sessions for an upbeat, festive feel. Alongside the album, a video of the final Seoul concert held at Jamsil Olympic Stadium in 2022 will be released. Fans can watch the 141-minute video through Weverse, Hybe's global fan platform. The package will also include an interview photobook featuring behind-the-scenes moments from the concert. Meanwhile, BTS is preparing for a full-group comeback in the spring of next year and a new world tour. During a Weverse Live broadcast on July 1, the members shared that they will begin working on new music and concert preparations starting this month.
