K-pop trendsetters Ateez will hold their 2024 Oakland Arena concert on July 17. Recently, one of the member, Seonghwa lost his grandfather. As a result, fans are curious if he will perform with the group tonight.
Seonghwa’s presence at every Ateez concert adds something beautiful. The crowd loves the member for his touching speeches. During one of their concert, he explained that his name means “I will become a shining star for you.” So it goes without saying that fans can’t imagine a world tour performance of the K-pop boy band without Seonghwa’s charming presence.
Will Ateez member Seonghwa perform tonight, July 17, in Oakland, USA?
Ateez’s music label, KQ Entertainment, recently shared an update about the upcoming Oakland concert and Seonghwa’s limited participation. The label noted that the K-pop star would not perform in the Soundcheck but would be on the main concert stage.
Speaking of his recent loss, KQ noted: “It is with deepest regrets and sadness that we bring notice of SEONGHWA’s grandfather’s passing on the 15th of July. We extend our heartfelt sympathies and ask for your warm condolences and encouragement for SEONGHWA during this time as we keep the dearly departed in our thoughts and prayers.”
The label added, “He will not be participating in the ‘[TOWARDS THE LIGHT: WILL TO POWER] IN OAKLAND’ SOUND CHECK on July 17 but will attend the concert performance on that day as scheduled.”
Meanwhile, Ateez started the U.S. leg of their [TOWARDS THE LIGHT : WILL TO POWER] world tour 2024 on July 14 with an impressive show at Tacoma Dome. The group will visit nine more venues for the U.S. edition of their tour.
Dates and venues of Ateez’s World Tour 2024 U.S. leg include:
- July 17: Oakland Arena, Oakland, California
- July 20: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California
- July 25: Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona
- July 28: Globe Life Field, Arlington, Texas
- July 31: Gas South Arena, Duluth, Minnesota
- August 3: Citi Field, New York, New York
- August 6: Capital One Arena, Washington DC, Columbia
- August 8: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Ontario
- August 10: Allstate Arena, Rosemont, Illinois
Moreover, the group’s setlist for the ongoing world tour 2024 is also raising anticipation. The “HALAZIA” crooners have added some of their most popular songs to the setlist, including “Crazy Form,” “This World,” “Utopia,” and more. Stay tuned for more updates.
