[Concert Review] 8TURN Turn up the Heat in New York for “8TURNRISE” Tour

On
April 9 rising
stars 8TURN brought
an explosive night of energy, talent, and connection to New York
City’s The
Town Hall on
their first
world
tour “8TURNRISE”.
From the moment the lights dimmed and the
intro
“WORLD” played 8TURN
immediately
made
a strong impression. The
crowd erupted in
cheers,
setting the tone for a dynamic performance that showcased the group’s
stage
presence.

The
group then went into
“RU-PUM
PUM” and “WALK
IT OUT,”
8TURN’s ability to command the stage with sharp choreography and
powerful vocals. The energy never wavered as they transitioned into
“WONDER.“

One
of the night’s highlights was the unit
performances,
where members showcased how
multifaceted they are. Jaeyun,
Minho, and Yoonsung delivered
a sultry, charismatic rendition of KISS OF
LIFE’s “Sugarcoat,” while Yungyu
and Seungheon surprised
the crowd with a bold take on Kendrick Lamar’s “Not
Like Us.”

Later, Myungho,
Haemin, and Kyungmin stunned
with a breathtaking performance of BTS’s “Black
Swan,” blending
contemporary dance with emotional storytelling—an unforgettable
moment that left the audience in awe.

The Road
to Kingdom medley was
a walk
down recent memory lane by
weaving together “Future
Perfect,” “TIC TAC,” “Love Dive,” and “SPEED
RUN” into
a seamless, high-energy spectacle. The dance
battle segment,
featuring “Lucifer”
and “Rodeo,” further
highlighted 8TURN’s incredible synchronization and stage presence,
with members playfully competing in jaw-dropping moves.

Throughout
the night, the MENT
segments were
filled with heartfelt gratitude, playful banter, and even a few
emotional moments as the members reflected on their journey. The main
set closed with the anthemic “WE” and
the explosive “LEGGO,” leaving
the crowd buzzing.

For
the encore, the group returned with the uplifting “Like
a Friend” and “ING,” before
ending on a sentimental note with “You
Are My Reason,” a
perfect closer that reinforced their deep appreciation for fans.