WAMU Theater in Seattle, WA — April 17, 2025

XG’s stop in Seattle for their XG 1st World Tour: “The first HOWL” was a tightly executed, genre-defiant showcase that left a memorable impression. On a break between their Coachella weekends, the performance remained polished and powerful. From the moment the lights dropped and lasers filled the room, the tone was clear — this wasn’t just a concert, it was a full-scale sonic experience.

Opening with high energy and sharp choreography, the members — JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA — delivered standout moments both as a group and individually. One of the most talked-about moments came early in the set with MAYA’s commanding rap section during “WOKE UP,” which immediately shifted the energy in the room.

The show’s futuristic visual concept, paired with structured styling and dynamic lighting, hinted at a modern, UFO-inspired theme — colorful and interstellar. XG’s identity continues to evolve visually in ways that feel fresh, globally minded, and entirely their own.

Solo stages gave each member a spotlight to showcase their strengths. With CHISA’s beautiful rendition of an early ’90s karaoke favorite and COCONA’s smooth take on a certain Brooklyn rapper’s dance move-inspiring hit, everyone was on their feet. A stripped-down moment in the middle of the set offered a surprising shift in pace, with Seattle fans cheering on the confetti sweepers mid-interlude — adding both emotional and comedic depth to an otherwise high-powered show.

The encore featured a high-energy run of fan favorites, ending with “LEFT RIGHT,” leaving the crowd out of their seats and dancing. XG closed the night with heartfelt messages to the crowd — who, in response, offered a mixture of howls and barks — reinforcing the strong connection between the members and their fans, ALPHAZ.

“Bound for the great” and backed by the vision of XGALX and Executive Producer JAKOPS (SIMON JUNHO PARK), XG continues to push boundaries. Seattle’s performance was a clear reminder that XG isn’t simply part of the global music conversation — they’re helping define its next chapter.

Words: ​​Paul Asyn

Photography: XGALX​