KCON:TACT season 2 Influencer Lineup
Hi, KCON-ers! We have a super short video to share with a very important reveal–the KCON:TACT season 2 influencer announcement. KCON:TACT’s influencer programming will take place in the center of KCON:TACT (Oct 19-22) and will feature: Awesome Haeun, feellikefeel, Jaenune, JOHNATHAN, S.K. Couple, SSINNIM. We’re just under a week from KCON:TACT! If you haven’t gotten your membership yet, follow the links below: To join the KCON:TACT Tier: KCON Official: https://youtube.com/kcon/join Mnet K-POP: https://youtube.com/mnet/join To join the KCON:TACT PLUS Tier: KCON Official: https://youtube.com/kcon/join
How To Become A KCON:TACT Member Explained
Hi, Since all the information has been coming out for KCON:TACT across a bunch of social channels–from KCONUSA to KCON Japan–and at all hours of the day and night, we wanted to take this moment to briefly go through membership, talk to you about the new KCON:TACT FAQ, and answer some questions we’ve received since the FAQ was posted. If you don’t see your question here, please note there are some that will show up with answers on the FAQ in the next day or two. WHAT DOES KCON:TACT MEMBERSHIP MEAN? To get started, since this is our first global, virtual event the means to access are very different than what we do for an onsite KCON. As many of you know, KCON’s concerts are broadcast in Korea as episodes of MNET’s “M COUNTDOWN.” So, for this virtual event, KCON:TACT will be broadcast via Mnet K-Pop’s YouTube channel. All access to KCON:TACT will be via membership on the Mnet K-Pop YouTube channel (unless you live in one of the countries noted below). This is very important to keep in mind because even if there were some less than above board feed on a dubious site, you will not be able to access any of the interactive elements that make this event KCON–like actually participating in Meet & Greets. Your membership is your KCON experience. One last note: If you go to the actual Mnet K-Pop page to join and become a member, the first thing you’re going to see is actually not a KCON:TACT membership but a “BEGINNER” membership to Mnet K-Pop YouTube. It’s awesome to have and there are really great emojis, but to access KCON:TACT you will need to purchase the $19.99 “KCON:TACT membership” on the Mnet K-Pop channel. Since it’s kind of a mouth full, we’ll be referring to it as a “KCON:TACT membership” from here on out. WHO IS COMING TO KCON:TACT? We’ll list up the 33-strong artist group lineup below. Stay tuned for influencer announcements. KCON:TACT 2020 SUMMER Lineup: A.C.E, AB6IX, ASTRO, ATEEZ, BVNDIT, CHUNG HA, CRAVITY, EVERGLOW, GFRIEND, (G)I-DLE, GOLDEN CHILD, ITZY, IZ*ONE, JO1, KANG DANIEL, KIM JAEHWAN, LOONA, MONSTA X, MAMAMOO, N.Flying, NATTY, NATURE, OH MY GIRL, ONEUS, ONF, PENTAGON, SF9, Stray Kids, THE BOYZ, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, TOO, VERIVERY, VICTON. WHAT COMES WITH MY KCON:TACT MEMBERSHIP? We know that there’s been both a lot of information released alongside few details. There will be much more information released very soon (probably even directly after this article is published), but as of this exact moment, here’s what makes your KCON:TACT membership worthwhile: 7 Days of Live Concerts & Meet & Greets All members have access to all concerts and all meet and greet programming unless otherwise noted. One hour will be dedicated to each artist group and 4-5 artists will take the stage each day–so it’s basically like a massive live KCON concert stretched over 30 hours and seven days. This program block will air each day at 6 AM PDT // 9 AM EDT. We will release the daily lineup soon. Fan + Idol Virtual Interaction We know that for many of you KCON is the main place where you can actually meet your favorite idols–KCON:TACT will continue in that tradition. Through programs like Meet & Greet, you will be able to take part in live video chats and polls with artists. We’ll be releasing even more information on that over the next few days, so stick with us. KCON:TACT Original Series The currently announced programs include “Real Idol 24-hour” and “Backstage Behind.” “Real Idol 24-hour” follows a day in the life of idol groups, while “Backstage Behind” follows the happenings as the artists get ready to go on stage. There are 32 groups with over 200 artists participating in KCON and many of them are KCON first-timers so this is a chance to get to know artists you love and those you don’t love yet. Member-exclusive VOD Any programs released as VOD–200 fancams, concert and M&G replays, original series–will only be released to members. *Note: Production will take place in Mnet’s studio in Seoul and a portion of all proceeds will go to UNESCO’s Learning Never Stops campaign to help children impacted by COVID-19 around the world to continue their education. HOW DO I BECOME A KCON:TACT MEMBER? Here is a quick tutorial: Here are the steps: Go to www.youtube.com/mnet/join. Select KCON:TACT on the left menu. Click “JOIN.” Complete your purchase. Enjoy ALL of KCON:TACT’s premium content for the entire month! There are some exceptions if you live in Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, and Taiwan. You will be able to watch the show on AIS PLAY and/or Shopee. Follow the below links. Thailand: aisplay.ais.co.th / Singapore: shp.ee/ckw5z7d / Malaysia: shp.ee/assr6f2 / Taiwan: shp.ee/cnybxz8 Indonesia: shp.ee/b2nzvgr / Vietnam: shp.ee/bxfaz3t /Philippines: shp.ee/c8ymcr9 THE FAQ & YOU We have updated the official KCON:TACT FAQ, but we’ve also received a few questions from you that haven’t been covered there yet. We’ll handle some of your questions below while other will appear in the FAQ over the next couple of days. Will every artist do both Meet & Greet and Concerts? We will release the daily lineup very soon. However, if you’re curious whether your artist will be doing both programs please consult their announcement graphic. Will there be a detailed schedule or timetable of performances released per artist? We will release a complete schedule for KCON:TACT so you can plan your days around watching your favorite artists. We even have a tab for the schedule right here on kconusa.com. For a rough schedule, please refer to this post. Will the virtual Meet & Greet be 1:1? The Meet & Greets are part of the Concert + Meet & Greet program block that begins at 9 AM EDT. These are open to all KCON:TACT members and are a good chance for idols to chat with their fans from all over the world. We will release more information about exactly how the fan+ idol virtual chatting and interaction will happen very
KCON 2020 NY Is Officially Cancelled, Here’s What You Should Know
The KCON USA team has been closely monitoring the situation around the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The health and safety of all those involved with all of our events – fans, artists, employees, exhibitors, partners, and more – is our highest priority. After many conversations with the appropriate government authorities, health experts and our partners, it is with deep sadness that we have decided to cancel KCON 2020 NY, scheduled for June. All tickets previously purchased will be refunded. Please refer to the FAQ page for more information. At this time, we are monitoring the situation closely as we plan for KCON 2020 LA. We will continue to provide updates as we work with the venues and the authorities to ensure the safety of everyone at our event. For more updates, please visit our website (www.kconusa.com) and follow us on social. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. Please stay safe and healthy.
Relive Iconic KCON Moments With Mnet’s “History of KCON”
Hello! So, if you’ve been following your YouTube suggestions and maybe even your subscriptions, you’ve seen that Mnet has been celebrating its 25th anniversary. Now, since the nightly KCON concerts actually air on Mnet as an episode of “M COUNTDOWN,” we as an event and as fans get to share in this historic year. To celebrate KCON’s place in Mnet history, they’ve recently released a series of clips chronicling the history of KCON from LA to Japan. That means watching BTS make one of their first-ever performances in the U.S., Momoland perform their huge hit “BAAM,” and Stray Kids absolutely tear up the stage at KCON’s across the world. Speaking of BTS, there’s a very special video at the end where they talk about what their first performance at KCON meant to them and if you were there, you know it was simply magical. So, watch on and enjoy! History of KCON LA Opening & Ending Stages History of KCON NY Opening & Ending Stages History of KCON Japan Opening & Ending Stages BTS Mnet 25 Interview
The 3 KCON 2020 Updates You Need to Know
It’s with a most hearty, most excited “Hi!” that we welcome you to the opening of KCON 2020. We’re ready to get this festival started early and we hope that you are too!
Create Your Dream KCON In Under 4 Minutes
It’s time for the KCON 2020 Dream Lineup Poll! Your responses help us make major decisions about every area of the convention and the concert so we would love to hear from you!
KCON Announces 2020 Global Dates & Venues
KCON 2020 LA will be returning to the Los Angeles Convention Center on August 27 and continue through August 30. KCON 2020 NY will return to the Javits Center from June 12 until June 14.