iKON Confirms First World Tour Under 143 Entertainment + Bobby To Release Solo Single
iKON is reportedly holding their first projects under new label 143 Entertainment, including a world tour and a solo single from member Bobby!
Here are the details.
iKON Is Back! Boy Group Announces World Tour & Bobby's Upcoming Solo Single
On March 2, iKON surprised their fandom iKONICs with two big news, which involves a world tour and Bobby's first solo single.
In their world tour teaser poster, a date reveal was posted as the caption, stating iKON's world tour for 2023 will initiate on May. It also advised their iKONICs to stay tuned for more details, which will be announced on March 7.
Fans across Asia, Europe, and America, will have the opportunity to meet iKON and watch their performances on live stage!
As if that wasn't already enough, the "LOVE SCENARIO" hitmakers also unveiled another content, exciting many fans. A mysterious poster was followed up, announcing member Bobby's upcoming solo release, which is set to drop on March 21.
This isn't the first time that fans will see Bobby's creativity on his music, as the idol has also released previous albums in YG Entertainment.
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Back in September 14, 2017, the idol dropped his first solo album "LOVE AND FALL," which contains 10 songs, along with two title tracks "I Love You" and "RUNAWAY."
On January 25, 2021, Bobby released his second full-length album "Lucky Man," with its title track "U MAD." On an online conference, it was revealed that Bobby wanted to express his opposition towards materialism and opportunism.
With all these releases, iKONICs have seen how passionate Bobby can be when it comes to his craft, and more is yet to come with his upcoming album under 143 Entertainment.
iKON Opens Up Regarding Group's Decreasing Popularity
In other news, iKON members Bobby, Donghyuk, and June, guested on "Oh Eun Young's Golden Clinic." On June 3, 2022, the members engaged in a conversation, discussing B.I's departure from iKON, Bobby's marriage, and their group's reputation.
On the show, iKON shared that all members were anxious about the future. Donghyuk elaborated the members' uncertain feelings, which contrasts from their joyous atmosphere during their debut.
June stated how the group's influence has now paled, compared to their debut and "LOVE SCENARIO" era.
"We remember the overwhelming moment of our debut and getting a taste of happiness and success because we received so much love. Now, however, all the members have this unidentifiable anxiety."
"When looking at it critically, we do not have the same influence we did in the past, and after that, we have been unable to rise closer to the top."
"When looking at it fairly, I think our popularity has fallen."
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