Singer Hong Da-bin proved his presence as a singular global solo artist by taking the main stage at a major music festival in Los Angeles. Hong Da-bin performed as a headliner at 'Head In The Clouds LA 2026' on the 8th, local time, delivering a powerful set before tens of thousands of spectators.
Hong Da-bin took the stage alone, without guests, and completed an explosive 14-song set. He performed 'Jasmine' and 'KISS ME,' which drew worldwide popularity during his years as DPR LIVE, along with 'Giggles' and 'senseS,' released as solo artist Hong Da-bin. The songs prompted the crowd to sing along.
The highlight of the performance was the surprise debut of two unreleased songs that had been kept under wraps. Hong Da-bin's staging brought the musical directions of the past, present and future to life in three dimensions on a single stage, earning high praise from local critics and audiences.
The only headliner to uphold K-pop's solo pride; set to perform at 'Waterbomb Sokcho' on the 22nd
Organized by 88rising, 'HITC' is a leading music festival driving the globalization of Asian music. Following G-Dragon, who performed as a headliner last year, Hong Da-bin became the only Korean solo singer to be named a headliner this year, raising the profile of K-pop as well as Korean hip-hop and R&B.
Hong Da-bin's solid standing as a global artist, built since his days as DPR LIVE, and his authentic musical path under his real name have grown even stronger through his Los Angeles performance. After successfully completing his U.S. engagement, Hong Da-bin plans to take the stage at 'Waterbomb Sokcho 2026' on the 22nd, keeping the summer heat going.
