K-pop star Jin from BTS sets new benchmark in revenue generation for a solo Asian act's tour
Jin, a member of the globally acclaimed K-pop group BTS, has made history with his first solo world tour, #RunSeokjin ep_Tour. According to music analytics platform Pop Core and Billboard's monthly Top Tours chart, the tour spanned an impressive 18 sold-out shows and lasted for 47 days.
The tour drew over 217,000 fans across these shows, generating an impressive $32.5 million in gross revenue. The tour traveled to four continents, including Jin's native South Korea, Japan, the United States, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, where Jin became the first Korean solo artist to headline The O2 Arena in London.
Each show on the tour sold out, a testament to Jin's individual popularity beyond his BTS fame. The concert was attended by thousands of ARMYs, the official fanbase of BTS, and was supported by fellow BTS members V, RM, and J-Hope.
The host of Jin's first solo concert of the #RunSeokjin ep_Tour was none other than Jin himself. The concert was more than just a musical performance; it was a celebration of Jin's resilience, charm, and emotional bond with his fanbase.
The success of the tour adds to a growing list of accolades for Jin, who has been steadily building a solo identity through music releases and public appearances. Jin has amassed more than 3 billion streams on Spotify, making him one of the most-streamed Asian solo acts on the platform.
The tour is a significant milestone in the global spread of K-pop and Korean cultural influence. It sparked an outpouring of affection and admiration on social media, further solidifying Jin's position as a key figure in the K-pop industry.
As Jin continues to carve out his own path in the music world, there's no doubt that he will continue to break records and inspire fans around the globe.
