Seventeen delivered two explosive concerts in Los Angeles this weekend as part of their ongoing Seventeen New World Tour LA stop. Performing at the packed BMO Stadium, the 13-member K-pop sensation thrilled thousands of fans with a high-energy setlist that blended global hits, new releases, and heartfelt moments. The shows carried added emotional significance as several members are now fulfilling South Korea’s mandatory military service, marking this as a transitional chapter for the globally acclaimed group.
Who: Seventeen, the 13-member South Korean K-pop group under Pledis Entertainment.
What: Two-night live concert event as part of the New_ World Tour.
When: October 23–24, 2025.
Where: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California.
Why: To celebrate their new album Happy Burstday and connect with fans worldwide amid upcoming military enlistments.
How: Through powerful performances, dynamic solo stages, and a setlist blending fresh material and fan favorites.
The Los Angeles shows opened with “Bad Influence”, a Pharrell Williams-produced track first heard at a Louis Vuitton runway. Despite four members—Jeonghan, Wonwoo, Hoshi, and Woozi—being absent due to enlistment, the remaining nine performers sustained peak energy across a two-hour concert featuring “Thunder,” “Hot,” “A-Teen,” and encore favorite “Very Nice.”
Fan and Industry Response
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Seventeen’s LA performances highlighted the group’s “unwavering chemistry” even with a reduced lineup. Fans, known as Carats, praised the group’s professionalism and emotional connection. Leader S.Coups reflected during the show, saying, “This isn’t an ending — it’s a new beginning for Seventeen. We’ll return even stronger.” Analysts from Billboard described the concerts as “a testament to Seventeen’s depth of talent and resilience during transition.”
What It Means for Seventeen’s Future
The Seventeen New World Tour LA stop symbolizes more than just another concert leg — it marks the start of a new era. As military enlistments temporarily reduce the full lineup, the group’s ability to deliver complete performances with nine members reinforces their standing as one of K-pop’s most synchronized and versatile teams.
Industry watchers predict that maintaining fan engagement during this enlistment phase will be key to Seventeen’s long-term stability. The tour also solidifies their presence in the U.S. market, continuing a pattern of K-pop dominance in global live events.
Upcoming Tour Stops
Following the Los Angeles shows, Seventeen’s New_ World Tour is scheduled to continue in Mexico City and São Paulo before returning to Asia for final 2025 dates. The group plans to reunite fully after all members complete service, potentially around 2027.
Fans can expect limited sub-unit activities and digital content releases during the hiatus.
