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  • SEVENTEEN And Carats Team Up For A Concert Worth Remembering In “Ode To You” In Manila

    SEVENTEEN And Carats Team Up For A Concert Worth Remembering In “Ode To You” In Manila

    Words and photos by Danica Lacson

    Even before the lights went off to signal the start of SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” IN MANILA, the energy was already high — energy that never waned, instead, continued to soar, in the almost three-hour-long concert that marked SEVENTEEN’s fourth visit in the country and third solo concert.

    There was no hint of tiredness from Carats who waited more than a year to welcome their favorite boys back to the Philippine concert stage and who kept their fingers crossed and hands in prayer for days with the hope that the concert pushes through in the midst of the 2019-nCov outbreak.

    Your energy tonight was really amazing that I also felt happy. I hope tonight will be a good memory and will give you energy. Let’s see each other soon.

    The8

    Precautionary measures were in place on February 8 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena with PULP Live World urging every attendee to wear face mask and undergo security check where body temperature and travel history were checked. PULP Live World’s Happee Sy-Go was also in close coordination with the staff and crew of the boy group, making sure everything is good on their end and that no member of the entourage has been to China in the recent weeks.

    And all these efforts surely paid off as a fun, aju nice show unfolded that evening, lighting up the arena with rose quartz and serenity and writing a beautiful ode that will be remembered for a lifetime.

    With fans singing along, cheers booming, and lightsticks lighted and up, SEVENTEEN once again dominated the Philippine concert stage where they kicked off the highly-awaited show with charismatic stages of the remix versions of “Getting Closer”, “Rock”, and “Clap”. The members, sans leader S.Coups who is on hiatus due to health reason, reciprocated the passion of their Carats with a zestful greeting of “Hello, kami ang SEVENTEEN” and self-introductions.

    The boys then wasted no time as they went on to mesmerize their fans with performances of their hits “Thanks” and “Don’t Wanna Cry”. But it was too early to get speechless as they have more treats up their sleeves that evening including unit stages of the hip-hop team, performance team, and vocal team.

    The members of SEVENTEEN once again reminded us of their immense talents and capabilities as they confidently showcased what they got as units. Hip-hop team sizzled with “Trauma” and “Chilli”, while the performance team brought out the beauty in “Lilili Yabbay” before heating up the arena with “Shhh”. Silence filled the venue as everyone marvels at the vocal team’s soothing and emotional stages of “Hug” and “Don’t Listen In Secret”. But the boy group did not end there as they gave us all the feels with a performance of “Space” by Wonwoo, Vernon, Mingyu, DK, and S.Coups whose voice resonated during the performance — an emotional treat that made Carats go “aww”.

    After making our hearts burst with emotions in “Space”, SEVENTEEN went on to warm our hearts with a sweet serenade of “Smile Flower”, a song they dedicated to their Carats who then returned the love by singing the song back to their favorite boys.

    Nostalgia then hit hard in SVT Museum, a segment that brought us back in time with a relay of performances of SEVENTEEN’s greatest hits such as the boy group’s debut song “Adore U”, the song that gave the boys their first music show win “Pretty U”, the track that won them a Best Dance Performance by a Male Group “Oh My”, and a full group version of BSS’s debut song “Just Do It”. The boy group also performed “Good To Me”, the Korean version of their Japanese single “Happy Ending”, and one of their latest track “Fear”.

    Aside from treating Carats with their utmost energy and hard work through their performances, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino also shared heartwarming words to their fans during their final ment. The members expressed their appreciation to Carats who came to the concert and gave their best energy tonight.

    “We had so much fun today. I know it has been a long time since the last time we came. You probably missed us a lot. We are happy to be back and see your faces. We really appreciate all the love. We hope to be back. Mahal ko kayo,” said Joshua. Hoshi also relayed his thanks to the fans for welcoming SEVENTEEN with such big love, leaving with a promise to have more fun in their next visit. He then left a sweet message saying, “Even though we are far from each other, our hearts are still together.”

    Mingyu echoed Hoshi’s promise and wished for the fans to stay healthy, not get sick, and be happy. DK relayed his gratitude in Filipino with “Manila, salamat po.” He added, “Seeing you guys enjoy the concert made us happy too. Please remember tonight’s concert.” Dino, who earlier called Manila Carats as “real Carats”, said they will repay the love of their fans with better performances.

    Seungkwan also shared that Manila has always been part of their journey, having visited the country since their first Asia tour in 2016 which was followed by Diamond Edge and Ideal Cut in 2017 and 2018, respectively. “Every time we are here, we are always touched by you. Tonight was the most touching moment of all,” Seungkwan said.

    SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” IN MANILA closed with encore stages of “9-Teen”, “HIT”, and the never-ending and always fun “Aju Nice”.

    SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TOU YOU” IN MANILA was presented by Pledis Entertainment, Live Nation, and PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invitation to the event.

  • 13 B-Side Tracks Of SEVENTEEN That Make Our Days

    13 B-Side Tracks Of SEVENTEEN That Make Our Days

    Even before their official debut in 2015, the members of South Korean boy group SEVENTEEN have already impressed us with their seemingly innate talent to create music and performances, and through the years, they have proven the world perfectly fitted the title self-producing idols is to them.

    In celebration of the boy group’s artistry and as we count down to only a month before SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” IN MANILA, we took on the challenge to choose only 13 B-side tracks from the boys’ amazing discography — a difficult task, we must say — that deserve spots on your every day playlist.

    SEE ALSO: 17 Reasons Why We Stan SEVENTEEN

    #1 Shining Diamond

    “Shining Diamond” is the first track in SEVENTEEN’s debut extended play 17 Carat. Prior to being released as part of the EP’s track list, the boys performed the song for the first time at Yongsan iPark Mall in April 10, 2015 as part of their mission in SEVENTEEN Project: Debut Big Plan which aired the performance on its second episode.

    The song was written by Woozi, Vernon, S.Coups, and Kim Min Jeong, with music by Woozi, MasterKey, and Rishi.

    #2 20

    “20” is a song performed by the vocal team, composed of Jeonghan, Joshua, Woozi, DK, and Seungkwan. It is also part of the boys’ debut EP 17 Carat. The sweet lyrics, penned by Woozi and Won Yeong Heon, blend perfectly with the lovely voices of the vocal team.

    #3 Fronting

    The hip hop team teamed up with Woozi and Hoshi for “Fronting”, the first track of the boy group’s second extended play Boys Be. S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon fronted their rap skills in this song, giving the fandom another track to flex to non-Carats.

    The track was written by Woozi, S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon, with music and arrangement from Pledis Entertainment’s resident producer Bumzu.

    #4 Drift Away

    No one will “drift away” from SEVENTEEN — that’s for sure — especially with tracks like “Drift Away” that will definitely make you slip deep into the diamond life. The song combines the vocals and rap skills of the boys perfectly, creating a perfect harmony with the right amount of vocals and raps in the song.

    Sixth on the track list of the boy group’s first studio album Love & Letter, the song was penned by Woozi, S.Coups, Hoshi, Mingyu, and Seungkwan. Woozi also took charge of the music, while Bumzu arranged the song.

    #5 Monday to Saturday

    “Monday to Saturday” treats listeners to another version of SEVENTEEN’s hit song “Mansae”, giving it a hip hop sound and lyrics while keeping the original’s highlight. It feels fresh, yet familiar at the same time. The song was performed by the hip hop team in the boy group’s concert and was later included in the Love & Letter album, along with the vocal team’s new take on “Adore U” and the performance team’s new version of “Shining Diamond”.

    “Monday to Saturday” was written by Woozi, S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, Vernon, and Bumzu. Woozi, S.Coups, Vernon, and Bumzu worked on the music of the track.

    #6 Love Letter

    A sweet love letter from SEVENTEEN arrived through the song “Love Letter”! Another track from Love & Letter album, the song was written by Woozi, S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon. Woozi worked with Won Young Heon and Dong Ne Hyung for the music.

    A music video was also released with a cute dedication to Carats. It was the perfect summer song that will remind us of those summer loves. Plus, it was such a happy sight to see the boys having fun in the music video.

    #7 Healing

    “Healing”, as it name suggests, is truly healing. The song’s upbeat sound and inspirational lyrics hit us deep and serve as reminder that it’s okay to take a break and prioritize ourselves.

    “Healing” was released as part of the repackaged version of Love & Letter album. Woozi, S.Coups, Mingyu, Vernon, and Dino worked together to write the song. Similar with “Love Letter”, Woozi worked with Won Young Heon and Dong Ne Hyung for the song which also has a music video!

    #8 Highlight

    “Highlight” was released as a performance unit song in the extended play Going SEVENTEEN. Later on, the boy group came out with a 13-member version which they performed in music shows and concerts.

    All the members of the performance team, Hoshi, Jun, The8, and Dino, contributed on the song’s lyrics where they worked with Bumzu and Lee Yoo Jung. Hoshi also teamed up with Bumzu for the song’s music.

    #9 My I

    “My I” is a song performed by Jun and The8 and was released as one of the tracks of SEVENTEEN’s fourth EP A|1. The song came out in two versions — Korean and Chinese. China-line also took charge in writing the lyrics of the song, together with Bumzu. Woozi also lent a hand to his members by making the music of the track.

    “My I” was also accompanied by a beautiful and breathtaking choreography where Jun and The8 use ribbon. Did we say “My I” is beautiful? We are gonna say it again — it is beautiful.

    #10 Campfire

    “Campfire” is a soothing song from the boy group’s second studio album Teen,Age, filled with warm words of promises to keep the memories and be together. It is a song written by Woozi, S.Coups, Jeonghan, Wonwoo, Mingyu, The8, DK, Vernon, and Seungkwan with Bumzu.

    It once again showcased the perfect harmony of the members’ voices and how versatile each one of them.

    #11 Pinwheel

    Speaking of harmony, the vocal team created a beautiful song that is a perfect background for a Korean drama — “Pinwheel”. “Pinwheel”, released in the Teen,Age album, is emotional in the most beautiful way.

    Woozi wrote the song which served as the vocal team’s track in SEVENTEEN’s second studio album, along with the hip hop team’s “Trauma” and the performance team’s “Lilili Yabbay”. A music video was also released featuring the vocal team — Jeonghan, Joshua, Woozi, DK, and Seungkwan.

    #12 Our Dawn Is Hotter Than Day

    A song that will surely make your dawn hotter than day, “Our Dawn Is Hotter Than Day” has an addictive melody and chorus.

    Released as one of the tracks of the You Make My Day EP, the song captivates listeners and make them dance along whenever the boys sing “Oh summer summer summer summer oh”.

    #13 Good To Me

    Another catchy song from SEVENTEEN, “Good To Me” is the first track in the boy group’s sixth EP You Made My Dawn. The song was performed by the boys during their comeback week, together with their title track “Home”.

    Woozi and Bumzu partnered for the song’s lyrics and music.

  • 17 Reasons Why We Stan SEVENTEEN

    17 Reasons Why We Stan SEVENTEEN

    WARNING ALERT: Reading this article may cause you to stan SEVENTEEN, a boy group composed of 13 adorable boys who have been astounding South Korea and the rest of the world with their immeasurable talents and charms. Be warned that stanning these boys may lead to sleepless nights, expenses you never thought you will make, and confusion on who really is your bias. But, the rewards are plentiful because you will have 13 gems in your life who will make you beam with pride and smile with so much joy!

    Before we dwell deep into SEVENTEEN, let’s cover the basic information the boy group.

    • Name: SEVENTEEN
    • Members: S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino
    • Agency: Pledis Entertainment
    • Debut Date: May 26, 2015
    • Fand0m Name and Colors: CARAT – Rose Quartz and Serenity

    Ready? Read at your own risk.

    #1 Visual Gods

    Although looks should not be a priority in stanning a group, but seeing SEVENTEEN will surely blow you away with a visual feast. If you think Aphrodite is the Goddess of Beauty, mythology got it all wrong — It’s SEVENTEEN. (We are exaggerating here, but you get what we mean *winks). All members could pass as the face of the group with their mesmerizing looks and captivating appeal.

    #2 Self-Producing Idols = SEVENTEEN

    When talking about self-producing idols, the boys of SEVENTEEN will always come to mind. Since their debut, they have been known as a boy group who makes their own music and choreography — and delivered stunning performances each time.

    From their very first release with 17 Carat to their latest studio album An Ode, the members have been hands-on in creating the best albums for their beloved fans and coming up with fresh concepts and ideas for their stages.

    #3 Bias, anyone? You have 13 members to choose from!

    Although the name of the group is SEVENTEEN, there are actually only 13 members. As the boys have repeatedly explained, the name “SEVENTEEN” pertains to the fact that they have 13 members and three units plus they are one — 13 + 3 + 1 = 17. P.S. They got tired of explaining this over and over again actually. See Knowing Brothers episode 192. So, please don’t ask them about it again.

    Going back, with a whooping 13 members, you have 13 choices for a bias! However, be also prepared because, although you may have made your pick and declared one member as your bias, you have to deal with 12 bias wreckers, as well.

    #4 Units, you say? SEVENTEEN got four!

    SEVENTEEN is divided into three units namely hip-hop, vocal, and performance. The hip-hop team is composed of S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon. The vocal team is made up of Jeonghan, Joshua, Woozi, DK, and Seungkwan, while the performance team includes Jun, Hoshi, The8, and Dino.

    Aside from the three units that were introduced since the boys’ debut, another unit was born in 2018! Composed of Seungkwan, DK, and Hoshi, BSS or BooSeokSoon released a digital single titled “Just Do It” which they also performed in a number of music shows.

    #5 They have S.Coups as their general leader!

    The eldest of the bunch, S.Coups, whose real name is Choi Seungcheol, is the general leader of the boy group and the leader of the hip-hop team (who vows to marry every Carat). He is a soft-hearted and caring brother, who also at times makes us question his real age because of his child-like charm.

    Currently, he is taking a break from his activities due to health reasons. Still, despite being absent from the recent shows, he never forgets to talk to Carats and say his thanks to them when the boy group won their first daesang at the Asia Artist Award this year when they took home the Album of the Year for An Ode.

    #6 We have “angel” Jeonghan to guide us all!

    When Yoon Jeonghan debuted, he took everyone’s attention with his angel-like appearance and voice. But Jeonghan shed his seemingly soft aura on stage with a devilish charisma through the years, slaying Carats with his to-die-for visuals and making them swoon with his soothing vocals.

    But more than the Jeonghan we love on stage, we also adore the loving hyung and chingu who acts as the mom of the group and Carats too. He does not shy away from showing his affection to his members (right, Dino aegi?) Plus, when it comes to wit and games, he got you covered (with a bit of cheating).

    #7 The Gentleman Joshua who makes every day “Sunday morning”!

    Born Hong Jisoo, Joshua is the third eldest among the members of SEVENTEEN. He speaks English well, having been born and raised in the United States of America.

    Joshua has a kind smile and really sweet voice that goes perfectly with a guitar. Although he may seemed calm and collected, please do not be fooled. He can be your next variety show star with his humor and amusing antics. In addition, he can pass as a member of the hip-hop team with his rap that he delivers with utmost confidence and swag — in Jeonghan’s words on One Fine Day episode 5, “Joshua is shameless, so he will do well.”

    #8 What is there not to stan about Jun?

    Before debuting as a member of SEVENTEEN, Wen Junhui, or simply Jun, was a child actor in China! In fact, he received the Best New Actor Silver Award from the Hong Kong Film Directors’ Guild in 2010 for his portrayal as the young Ip Man in The Legend Is Born: Ip Man.

    As a member of SEVENTEEN, Jun takes on active role in the performances of the boy group, delivering beautiful stages through his dance. In addition to his talent in dancing, he is also a vocalist who draws you to with his enchanting voice. (Listen to his single “Can You Sit Next To Me?”). Plus, he will blow you away with his ideas — watch Going SEVENTEEN for reference.

    #9 The Strongest “Hurricane” — Hoshi — is a SEVENTEEN member!

    Have you heard of the duality of a man proven by Kwon Soonyoung a.k.a Hoshi? Hoshi may seem like the cutest person you will ever see with his lovely smile and natural aegyo, but on stage, he is a dominating force who is ready to burn the stage with his power.

    Hoshi is the leader of the performance team and plays an important role in the boy group’s choreography and stages. He is very passionate when it comes to delivering the best performance, giving his 100 percent (or more) in ensuring that a perfect performance transpires. Still, he is the squishiest person that you want to keep in your pocket for safekeeping.

    #10 They got Jeon Wonwoo, the “bag of luck”!

    Jeon Wonwoo is simply breathtaking. He has eyes that draw you in, an overall charisma (See SEVENTEEN’s Mnet Asian Music Awards performance) that will make you breathless, and his deep voice goes well with his exquisite raps. But like the rest of SEVENTEEN, behind the strong energy he got on stage, off-stage, Wonwoo is a fluffy boy filled with warmth and creativity.

    Also, he has a unique humor that will make you burst into feats of laughter. Overall, he is a unique individual that will spice your life as a fan with his unpredictability and an intellectual who loves reading and playing games.

    #11 Because the one and only Woozi is in SEVENTEEN!

    Lee Jihoon, popularly known by his stage name Woozi, may hate it, but he is an actual cutie pie. He writes, composes, and produces SEVENTEEN’s songs that he has more than 60 songs copyrighted under his name. He smiles like a proud dad to his members and loves drinking mixed coffee in the morning

    #12 The multi-talented The8 is part of the team!

    Speaking of multi-talented, The8, whose real name is Xu Minghao, is another lad who overflows with so much potential and creativity. He is a superb performer, fashion icon, photographer, and more! He has a kind heart and generous soul, donating all proceeds of his single to the less fortunate.

    Although he friend-zoned Carats, we know he appreciates and loves his fans. “Without Carats, it would be the end of SEVENTEEN by now,” he said during Caratland 2018.
    And did you know, he also served as mentor in the second season of Idol Producer, sharing his knowledge and experience to the trainees, even staying late to help them and treating them to good food.

    #13 SEVENTEEN can’t live without Mingyu — and you should not too!

    SEVENTEEN needs Kim Mingyu to survive — a fact that has been known but was made clearer during One Fine Day. Mingyu is a member of the hip-hop team who impresses with his rap and a definite visual god that makes you wow with his features and tall stature.

    He is a great chef, earning the approval of his members who will have a hard time surviving the island without Mingyu — really dependable! This guy is also adorably clumsy, adding to his countless charms.

    #14 King Arthur has arrived, we mean, DK!

    A real sunshine, DK, who was born Lee Seok Min, is a lovable individual whose bright smiles make us melt. He is SEVENTEEN’s main vocal who can seem to reach the ends of the earth with his high notes.

    He is also a musical actor who brought to the stage King Arthur through the production Xcalibur. Aside from his amazing vocals, he has also the making of the next rap king (See SEVENTEEN’s Idol Room episode). He may not be the best when it comes to playing games, but we are 100 percent sure that he has the charms to win your heart.

    #15 Boo Seungkwan is a proud Jeju Island sexy boy!

    Boo Seungkwan was born in Busan, but grew up in Jeju Island — a fact that he is proud of. He is a softie, but with a sassy sense of humor. He is relatable AF and a living meme.

    Seungkwan is a variety star who gives people endless laughs and caring soul who radiates positivity and love. He is a versatile singer, who along with DK, hits high notes after high notes.

    #16 Vernon is more than a young Leonardo DiCarpio’s look-a-like!

    Vernon is handsome with looks that steals the show. He resembles the young Leonardo DiCarpio. But he is more than his good looks, impressing with his rap and his unique vocals.

    He also has a one-of-a-kind fashion sense that may seem eccentric to some but has its own personality! He has a bright and cute smile and a caring nature especially to his members.

    #17 Dino is the future of K-Pop!

    Make way, everyone, the future of K-Pop is here! Lee Chan, also known by his stage name Dino, is an all-rounder and an absolute cutie (Dino, whose baby are you?).

    He is the best dancer (See his DINO DANCEOLOGY videos on YouTube)! And although he is the youngest, he also takes active role in coming up with the stages of his group.

    See SEVENTEEN live at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 8, 2020 in SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” IN MANILA, presented by Pledis Entertainment, Live Nation, and PULP Live World.

  • SEVENTEEN To Hit Manila With Fearless Performances In 2020 “Ode To You” Concert

    SEVENTEEN To Hit Manila With Fearless Performances In 2020 “Ode To You” Concert

    February 2020 will definitely be sweeter than any other month for Philippine Carats as South Korean boy group SEVENTEEN sets out for another memorable night of endless “aju nice” in SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” IN MANILA happening on February 8, 2020 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino will make their return to the Philippine concert stage with more shining stages and intoxicating performances that will surely captivate hearts and hit fans right in the feels. Known for their self-producing capabilities and seemingly immeasurable talents, the boys will definitely bring the energy to a different level as Philippine Carats color the SM Mall of Asia Arena with their fandom color and illuminated by the bright lights of the ever-aesthetic Carat Bong.

    Make sure to give SEVENTEEN the loudest screams and show them how much you missed them through the beautiful and mesmerizing rose quartz and serenity ocean. Tickets to the concert will go on sale starting January 12 at 12 noon via SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online at www.smtickets.com.

    Carats have the option to choose from the following ticket tiers (Please note that prices are exclusive of ticketing charges.):

    • Royalty – Php 15,000
    • VIP Standing (A/B/C/D) – Php 12,500
    • VIP Seated – Php 12,500
    • Lower Box A – Php 10,500
    • Lower Box B – Php 8,500
    • Upper Box A – Php 5,500
    • Upper Box B – Php 4,500
    • Upper Box C – Php 3,500
    • General Admission – Php 2,500
    • Generic Admission – Php 2,000

    Royalty Packages include:

    • For Royalty Soundcheck (Php 15,000)
      • 1 VIP Standing A/B/C/D Ticket
      • 1 Soundcheck Pass
      • 1 Raffle Entry to a Signed Postcard of a Random Member
      • 1 Special Show ID and Lanyard
      • 1 Souvenir Card
      • 1 Official Show Poster
    • For Royalty Send Off (Php 15,000)
      • 1 VIP Standing A/B/C/D Ticket
      • 1 Send Off Pass
      • 1 Raffle Entry to a Signed Postcard of a Random Member
      • 1 Special Show ID and Lanyard
      • 1 Souvenir Card
      • 1 Official Show Poster

    More information regarding ODE TO YOU, presented by Pledis Entertainment, Live Nation Korea, and PULP Live World, will be unveiled in the coming days. Stay tuned on PULP Live World’s social media channels and website for updates and join the online conversation using the hashtags #SVTinMNL, #SEVENTEENinMNL, #OdeToYouInMNL, and #SVTOdeToYouInMNL.

    Slip Into The Diamond Life: Getting To Know SEVENTEEN

    S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino officially debuted as members of SEVENTEEN in May 26, 2015 through a live showcase televised on MBC as part of the SEVENTEEN Project: Big Debut Plan, becoming the first male idol group to debut with a live showcase broadcasted on a major television network. The boys then continued to make history as they become the longest-charting K-Pop album in 2015 in the US with their first extended play 17 Carat, fronted by “Adore U”.

    SEVENTEEN continued to rise in popularity with their second EP Boys Be and lead single “Mansae”. The EP became the highest-selling rookie album of 2015 and earned the boy group recognition from the Golden Disc Awards, Seoul Music Awards, and Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards.

    The year 2016 proved to be an “aju nice” year for the boy group as they secured their first music show win with “Pretty U”, the title track of their first studio album Love & Letter. The success of the album led to a repackaged version with “Aju Nice” as the lead single. Following the release of the LP, the boys embarked on their first Asia tour titled 1st Asia 2016 Shining Diamonds.

    Before 2016 ended, SEVENTEEN returned with their third EP called Going SEVENTEEN, led by “Boom Boom”. The following year, 2017, was another witness to the growing popularity of the boy group as they establish themselves as one of the best K-Pop groups in their generation. Aside from the releases of A|1 and Teen,Age albums, the year also saw them hold their first ever world tour, the 2017 SEVENTEEN 1ST WORLD TOUR “DIAMOND EDGE” that also brought them back to Manila — the final stop of the tour.

    In 2018, SEVENTEEN released a special album titled Director’s Cut. In addition, they also made their official debut in Japan with We Make You. The same year, the boy group came out with their fifth EP You Make My Day and embarked on their second world tour the SEVENTEEN CONCERT “IDEAL CUT” 2018 which witnessed the return of the boys to the Philippine concert stage on September 29.

    S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino then welcomed 2019 with a new EP named You Made My Dawn which gave them ten music show wins with the lead single “Home”. Most recently, the boys returned with the digital single “Hit” as pre-release song for their third studio album An Ode which featured “Fear” as its title track.

    After almost a year since the end of their second world tour IDEAL CUT, SEVENTEEN kicked off their third world tour SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” at the KSPO Dome on August 30 to September 1. The tour will bring the boys to cities in Asia, North America, and South America, landing on the Philippine shore once again — more than a year since IDEAL CUT — on February 8, 2020 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for another promising show filled with breathtaking performances from the ever-talented boys of SEVENTEEN.

    SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR “ODE TO YOU” IN MANILA is presented by Pledis Entertainment, Live Nation, and PULP Live World.