KATSEYE captivates Lollapalooza 2025 with record-breaking festival debut

KATSEYE stunned Lollapalooza 2025 with “Gabriela” and “M.I.A.”, drawing the largest crowd for an early daytime set.


Pop Culture & Art August 04, 2025 1 min read
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KATSEYE, the multinational girl group formed by HYBE and Geffen Records, delivered a standout debut at Lollapalooza 2025 in Chicago’s Grant Park.

Their high-impact set introduced two new tracks and reportedly set the record for the largest audience ever recorded for an early daytime set with an estimated 85,000 attendees between 2 pm and 4 pm, cementing their arrival as a global force in K-pop

The group, comprised of Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia, and Yoonchae, rose to prominence through Netflix’s Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE.

“Gabriela,” inspired by Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” was reimagined as a Latin ballad with flamenco choreography and Spanish lyrics.

“M.I.A.” followed with a darker electro-pop tone, demonstrating the group’s stylistic range. Alongside these premieres, the group also performed fan favourites “Touch,” “Debut,” and “Gnarly".

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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KATSEYE's international appeal was evident in the crowd’s response, with “Eyekons” showing strong fan support.

The set, which followed BoyNextDoor, kept the festival energy high and showcased how KATSEYE is redefining K-pop through authenticity and inclusivity.

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