[Dispatch=Reporter Lee Myung-ju] ATEEZ's Hongjoong takes the stage at his first solo festival performance since debut.

Hongjoong will perform at '2026 Electric Daisy Carnival Korea' (hereinafter 'EDC Korea'), which will be held at Inspire Entertainment Resort on the 4th.

'EDC' is an electronic music festival that began in Los Angeles, USA in 1997. It has since been held in Mexico, Brazil, Japan, and other locations.

Hongjoong will visit Circuit Grounds, an outdoor stage, from 8 to 9 p.m. that day. Under the name 'NO.1', he will present his own music, different from his appearance in the team.

As it is his first solo performance, he is preparing with great care. He directly participated in the remix and arrangement process of every song on the setlist, including ATEEZ songs.

An official said, "From song selection to sound composition, he has incorporated his own musical color," and "It will be a stage that concentrates Hongjoong's producing capabilities."

Meanwhile, 'EDC Korea', which Hongjoong will attend, will be held at Inspire Entertainment Resort on the 3rd and 4th.

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