KINO makes his debut at iHeartRadio’s Wango Tango Village 2025
- Rosa Gulliver
- May 13
- 2 min read
Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | May 13, 2025
South Korean singer and songwriter KINO made his American festival debut on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM Wango Tango Village in Huntington City Beach.
His performance featured a standout outfit that drew attention on both the stage and on the red carpet. KINO made a notable entrance wearing a mask, which he later removed to reveal his true self to the audience. This act represented his wish for acceptance and liberation from judgment and the need for validation.
KINO captivated the audience with his compelling stage presence and impressive versatility, seamlessly transitioning between genres such as energetic rock, soulful piano ballads, and catchy pop, all while actively engaging with his fans.
As a member of the K-pop group PENTAGON, KINO is establishing himself as a solo artist, merging influences from pop, R&B, and rock in his music. He delighted the crowd by singing popular tracks such as “Skyfall” and “Everglow,” along with other singles that resonated with both dedicated fans and newcomers. The audience sang along and cheered throughout the set, eagerly looking forward to the next steps in KINO's solo journey.
The pre-show, presented by Fiji Airways, took place on the vibrant festival grounds of iHeartRadio’s 102.7 KIIS FM Wango Tango. It featured food trucks, brand activations, and live performances from global superstars, all creating a lively beachside festival atmosphere. The main event, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, showcased performances by chart-topping artists such as Doja Cat, Gwen Stefani, Meghan Trainor, and David Guetta.
About KINO
KINO is a singer-songwriter, composer, and producer known for being a member of the popular K-pop boyband PENTAGON. In 2023, he established his label, NAKED, to expand into his solo career. Through his music, he aims to connect with his audience through genuine stories and feelings that everyone can relate to. His first EP, If this love, I want a refund, was dubbed "a diary of our lives" and ranked as the second-highest new entry on the Worldwide iTunes album chart. From the lead single "Broke My Heart (feat. Lay Bankz)" to "Solo," the five-track EP represents a full cycle of a relationship. Moreover, KINO has been implementing creative marketing campaigns by breaking many industry norms with his guerrilla self-promotion at big festivals and a GIPHY collaboration, all of which have gone viral. From music to touring, KINO has taken on the role of executive producer for all the projects under NAKED, bringing his creative ideas to life. Above all, KINO enjoys meeting his audience at live events, sharing emotions, and creating co-experienced memories by interacting with everyone in the same room.
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