ATEEZ returned to BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, bringing the heat and giving ATINY two unforgettable evenings of the In Your Fantasy 2025 tour.
Kpop Demon Hunters has taken the world by storm, rightfully so, and introduced so many people around the world to K-pop. While I had dabbled in it before, I had not dived in fully. Now my algorithm is all K-pop and I admit, I am not mad at it. It didn’t take long before ATEEZ took over my feed, thanks to a good friend suggesting multiple videos, and the timing was perfect, because they were coming to LA with their In Your Fantasy tour later in the summer.
Of course, due to my concert obsession, I snatched up tickets for both nights, and I do not regret it at all. The first night at BMO Stadium, I was in the 200s sections to the left of the stage, and on night two, I was in the 100s on the right side. I am so thankful that I chose two different perspectives to experience this incredible show from – both of which were amazing.
If you are new to ATEEZ, the group consists of eight members: Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho. Hongjoong and Mingi are the rappers, while the rest are vocalists, with Jongho being considered the main vocals.
xikers Heats Up The Crowd Both Nights
Fellow KQ Entertainment group, xikers, warmed up the crowd for ATEEZ both nights in Los Angeles. Having an opener doesn’t happen often in K-Pop, and xikers isn’t performing at every In Your Fantasy stop, so this was an extra special treat. The group consists of ten members: Minjae, Junmin, Sumin, Jinsik, Hyunwoo, Junghoon, Seeun, Yujun, Hunter, and Yechan.
ATINY showed xikers so much love both evenings, and xikers gave it right back to the crowd. They only performed three songs each night, and were sure to get us hyped for ATEEZ by working in their songs as well. xikers have covered BOUNCY before but they really set the mood for what was to come and got the crowd on their feet and screaming at BMO Stadium when they went into it.
Of course, they also showed off their stage for their new song, ICONIC. If you have yet to hear this one, all it will take is one listen before it is stuck in your head, trust me. Ten people coordinating on stage cannot be easy, and must take a lot of practice, but they nailed all the choreography and did an incredible job.
High Energy & Incredible Stage Production Makes The In Your Fantasy Tour Unforgettable
From the very first song to the very last encore, the energy in the stadium was through the roof (well, it would have been if there was a roof). ATINY were screaming and dancing their hearts out, and ATEEZ made sure they were giving us their best performances. They never once slowed down or lacked energy. What the crowd was giving them, they were channeling right back to the crowd, creating a cycle that made everyone in that stadium feel loved.
The production for the In Your Fantasy tour is off the charts, as well. The screen visuals help to tell a story with each song. Outlaw and Man On Fire were probably the standouts for me, just because of how much went into them, but honestly, I was completely captivated with every stage. ATEEZ is not messing around. They want to be sure to give ATINY their money’s worth, which they did and more.
We were lucky because LA night two was special because it was Mingi’s birthday. The rest of ATEEZ and ATINY showered him with the love that he deserves, and it was so fun to see how they incorporated his birthday into the show. Hongjoong brought Mingi out during his solo stage, turning BMO Stadium into a giant birthday party, and of course, everyone wished him a happy birthday and sang to him.
Solo Stages Give Each Member Their Time To Shine
One of my favorite things about K-pop concerts is the addition of the solo stages. For those who don’t know, this is where one member comes out and performs solo, really allowing the audience to focus on them. It can be tough to keep your eye on all the members during the show, especially since ATEEZ has eight members, so adding in these stages truly gives each member their time to shine.
I feel that this is where you get to know their personalities a little bit more, as well as really hone in on their vocals and their talents. Of course, their voices and skills all blend together perfectly, which is what makes the 1 team and the ATEEZ we know and love, but I really enjoyed getting to see them solo. I don’t think I could choose a favorite if you forced me to. Each member knows exactly what they bring to the table, and they put it all out there for ATINY to see (while looking like they were having the time of their lives, I might add).
ATEEZ Are Amazing Performers
I went in with San as my bias and Mingi as my bias wrecker, and I never expected that to change. I really admire both of their voices so much on the tracks, and Mingi raps so fast that he makes my head spin (in a good way). That said, I knew it was a possibility, having never seen them live.
After two concerts? I can confidently say that I am an OT8 girlie, through and through. All eight members showed off their skills and rocked the stage, allowing me to fully realize I love each and every one of them for different reasons. They put their heart and soul into these shows and leave it all out there on the stage. Their dynamic with one another is great, and they are also so funny, always cracking jokes and making ATINY laugh between sets.
I do need to admit something, though. Hongjoong was trying really hard to capture my attention throughout both shows. He definitely showcased why he is the Captain, and how much he cares about his fellow members, and ATINY, even getting emotional and teary-eyed while looking out into the crowd at the end of the show. I hope he (and all the members) felt the love we were sending them.
The second the lights in the stadium turned on after night two was over, I felt that post-concert depression sinking in. Thankfully, ATEEZ has renewed their contract and promised to return to LA next year. And I will be there.
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