YG Entertainment’s rising K-pop sensation, BABYMONSTER, has officially unveiled the dates for their highly anticipated U.S. debut as part of their 1st World Tour, HELLO MONSTERS. The tour, produced by Live Nation, will feature two exclusive headline performances in the U.S. The first at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, on Friday, February 28, 2025 and the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
BABYMONSTER Full Length Album
This monumental tour follows the release of BABYMONSTER’s highly praised first full-length album, DRIP, which dropped on November 1, 2024. The album includes nine electrifying tracks, such as the title track “DRIP”—composed by the legendary G-Dragon. Also, a remix of their record-breaking pre-debut hit “BATTER UP.” Fans will also be treated to “FOREVER,” one of their most-loved singles, among other fresh sounds from the group.
DRIP comes on the heels of BABYMONSTER’s incredibly successful debut EP BABYMONS7ER, which shattered records by selling over 400,000 copies upon release in April 2024. The EP featured hit tracks like “BATTER UP,” “SHEESH,” and “LIKE THAT”. The latter of which was penned by global superstar Charlie Puth.
The U.S. leg of the HELLO MONSTERS tour follows a recent announcement of BABYMONSTER’s Seoul shows on January 25 and January 26 at the KSPO DOME, marking the official beginning of their global tour. The group’s explosive success continues to grow as they prepare to bring their chart-topping performances to the global stage.
Tickets and VIP Packages
Tickets for BABYMONSTER’s U.S. shows will go on sale starting Wednesday, December 18, at 3 p.m. local time via Live Nation. Fans looking for an elevated experience can also purchase exclusive VIP Packages, which may include premium seating, access to a post-show send-off event, a pre-show soundcheck party, specially designed VIP gifts, and more. VIP offerings vary by package type. Full details can be found at VIP Nation.
About BABYMONSTER
BABYMONSTER is a dynamic K-pop girl group under YG Entertainment, consisting of RUKA, PHARITA, ASA, AHYEON, RAMI, RORA, and CHIQUITA. With members from Korea, Thailand, and Japan, the group has quickly captured global attention with their extraordinary talents in singing, rapping, performance, and visuals. Their official debut on April 1, 2024, marked the launch of [BABYMONS7ER], which broke debut sales records and included the international hit “SHEESH.”
BABYMONSTER’s track “SHEESH” set new milestones by charting for 71 consecutive days on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global chart and remaining on the Billboard Global 200 for an impressive 14 weeks. Their debut EP also helped the group cement their position as one of the most talked-about rookies in K-pop. Following the success of their debut, the group’s first full-length album [DRIP] made waves worldwide, debuting at No. 149 on the U.S. Billboard 200 and further establishing BABYMONSTER’s growing global presence. The title track “DRIP” hit No. 16 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, while “FOREVER” gained immense traction worldwide.
Digital Presence
BABYMONSTER’s digital presence continues to soar, with their official YouTube channel surpassing 7.69 million subscribers. Their debut track “SHEESH” shattered records for K-pop girl groups. It achievedachieving 100 million views in just 10 days and 300 million views in under six months. “DRIP” is quickly following suit with an impressive view count.
Recognized as one of Billboard’s “Most Promising K-pop Rookies of 2024,” BABYMONSTER is already making their mark on the global stage. They completed a fan meeting tour across seven Asian cities and performed at Japan’s prestigious Summer Sonic 2024 festival. With their 2025 world tour on the horizon, BABYMONSTER is poised to continue their rapid rise. It solidifies their place as one of the leading forces in K-pop.
For more information on tickets and VIP packages, visit Live Nation and VIP Nation.
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