CJ ENM is giving rising K-pop stars a golden opportunity to go global.

'KCON LA 2025' will take place from August 2 to 4 (KST) at Crypto.com Arena and the LA Convention Center. The annual event promises a jam-packed schedule filled with K-culture, music, and global fan interaction.

🎤 Rookie Groups Steal the Spotlight

This year's X STAGE SHOWCASE will spotlight 10 rising artists, offering them a chance to introduce their music to an international audience. Expect close interaction between fans and artists, creating the perfect moment to discover your next K-pop bias.

The full rookie lineup includes:
82MAJOR, HITZYS, If:I, KIKO, NEWBIE, So Soo-bin, FromTwenty, Hello Gloom, Kang Yu-chan, and Lim Se-jun.

A CJ ENM representative shared:

"Through these showcases and special stages, we aim to provide rookies with valuable international exposure while showing fans the diversity of K-pop talent."

🌍 KCON: A Global K-pop Movement

Since its debut in Irvine, California, in 2012, KCON has expanded to 14 cities around the world, gathering over 2.1 million fans across its global journey.

From music showcases to interactive booths and fan meetings, KCON LA 2025 continues to be one of the biggest K-pop conventions in the world.

[Photo Credit: CJ ENM]