Always and forever with iKON, from iKONICs.

Without exaggeration, iKON consistently succeeds in transforming the concert stage into the biggest and greatest party — a wonderful collaboration with iKONICs, who consistently arrive in the most passionate manner with lightsticks raised and ready to illuminate the stage for Jay, Song, Bobby, DK, Ju-ne, and Chan, regardless of the number, the location, the time, or the circumstances. Cheers rang out, loud and proud, as iKON returned to the Pearl of the Orient Seas.

The boy group and their fans continued to display unrelenting and persistent enthusiasm to make the Manila stop of the 2023 iKON World Tour TAKE OFF another concert to remember despite Jay’s absence from the event owing to his military enlistment.

From their first solo concert in 2018, an exclusive gathering for a brand in 2019, their glorious return to the Philippine concert stage in 2022, to their eagerly anticipated takeover of The Big Dome last August 5, the boy group’s previous visits to the country are sufficient proof that iKON will constantly be able to dominate any concert stage with a setlist packed with timeless and current tracks accompanied by a live band and captivating stage presence.

As The Big Dome blazes red for them, Song, Bobby, DK, Ju-ne, and Chan took the stage and launched the show with “Tantara” from their third studio album and most recent release, Take Off. With endorphin, energy runnin’ deep through everyone’s brain, they promptly followed “Tantara” with the hard-hitting “SINOSIJAK” and “At Ease” and a parade of performances of their hits “Killing Me”, “Rhythm Ta”, and “Bling Bling”.

The anticipation grew when they announced their impending return with new tracks. The boys also gave iKONICs a preview of the new tracks they will be releasing.

Nothing has changed, guys. You are still on fire. Thank you for showing up, guys.

BOBBY

The show continued with the national anthem, “Love Scenario,” and their most recent single, “U.” In plain white t-shirts and black slacks, iKON performed on these stages, exuding a relaxed and carefree mood that encouraged you, the audience, to let loose and fully immerse yourself in the party.

iKONICS were treated to solo performances of “Kiss Me,” “Want You Back,” “HeartBROKEN PlaYBoY,” and “Fighting” by DK, Ju-ne, Bobby, and Song, respectively. Bobby and Ju-ne collaborated on “Deep Night”. Meanwhile, Chan promised fans a solo stage at their next show in the Philippines. Then, during the interval, a charming and heartfelt VCR was played, offering viewers a glimpse into the boy group’s endearing bond and their love for iKONICs.

I think even a lifetime wouldn’t be enough to pay back what you’ve done for us. So, we’ll always do our best, whether onstage or offstage, and try our hardest to be great people.

CHAN

“When the feelings from our fans get through to me, that’s when I feel the most thankful,” Chan said. Jay added, “There was a time when I felt a little lost. When I was told, ‘I wish you’d stop feeling guilty,’ that made me tear up a bit.” Other members mirrored these sentiments and shared how their fans’ encouragement has helped them get through difficult times. “I hope we can continue to depend on and support each other,” said Ju-ne.

Thank you for staying by iKON.

JAY

Brimming with emotions, iKON slowed down a bit with “Why Why Why”, “Like a Movie”, and “GOODBYE ROAD”. And this is how we celebrate, man! They then revived the party with “WHAT’S WRONG?”, “DUMB & DUMBER”, “B-DAY”, and “FREEDOM”.

The boys returned to the stage for the encore and opened it with “Driving Slowly,” acknowledging the various fan projects that the iKONICs had prepared, including the “iKONICs love iKON always and forever” sign, to which DK replied, “We love you forever, seriously. Thank you.” The fans, who also have a lot planned for them, surprised the boys with a touching video greeting that made them tear up.

Always the best party when iKON and iKONICs are present. Song, Bobby, DK, Ju-ne, and Chan teamed up with iKONICs for a prolonged encore of “B-DAY,” “RHYTHM TA,” “Love Scenario,” “FREEDOM,” and “Tantara,” generating an unrivaled amount of energy at the Manila stop of the 2023 iKON World Tour TAKE OFF.

It’s hardly hyperbole to state that iKON and the iKONICs always put up a show unlike any other. Everyone was on their feet, chanting loudly and proudly, with KonBats blazing red. Always and forever with iKON, and indeed, the iKONICs never felt short on this promise as they consistently gave Jay, Song, Bobby, DK, Ju-ne, and Chan the warmest welcomes and the best, most memorable parties.

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2023 iKON World Tour TAKE OFF in MANILA was presented by PULP Live World and Happee Hour. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invite.