ONEUS Mesmerizes Fans in Nashville on 'H_OUR, US' Tour
- Elle R
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On August 13th, K-Pop boy group ONEUS members made history in Nashville, Tennessee while on their “2025 WORLD TOUR H_OUR, US,” becoming the first K-Pop Group to perform at the historically renowned Ryman Auditorium. Located in the heart of Music City, the auditorium has been a stage for many famous artists from Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash to modern popstars Sabrina Carpenter, Lizzo, and Harry Styles. And now, ONEUS has brought their own colorful style to the stage. With eye catching stunts, mesmerizing vocals, and hundreds of fans screaming their name the night was sure to make a mark.
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The lights dimmed and fans–named TO MOON, let out excited squeals as the four active members, Xion (시온), Hwanwoong (환웅), Leedo (이도), and Keonhee (건희) made their way to the red lit stage. As for their fifth member Seoho (서호), he is currently serving his mandatory military service. Once in positions, Hwanwoong and Leedo opened up their newest track “X,” a song with a catchy chorus and trendy choreo for fans. Following an explosive entrance from “X,” they carried on with a cover of “Now” by early K-Pop Girl Group Fin.K.L. before moving on with their title track “Black Mirror” from their newest album Dear.M. ONEUS brought all fans together with their electric performance of SM boy group NCT127’s “Kick it.” As an attendee who hadn’t known all of ONEUS’ songs, I found the cover gave me a sense of familiarity in an ocean of sounds I wasn’t as familiar with.
The boys went on to introduce themselves down the line with shy smiles, big waves, and light giggles, their energy high from the crowd. They thanked everyone for being there and promised a good show as they grabbed water and patted off their hard earned sweat. They continued on with “TIME MACHINE” where member Hwanwoong serenaded fans as he sat at the edge of the stage, his sweet smile and dreamy voice left TO MOON swooning.
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Suddenly, the lights were dimmed and the once colorful sets turned more intimate, a simple chair and mic sat in the middle of the stage. Xion switched up the vibes with his almost jazzy feeling R&B solo “Camellia.” The song about love in its truest feel, only elevated by his deeper melodic voice. I found myself captivated by the alluring tone while the fans swayed to the beat. Then came Leedo in all black, integrating hip-hop and showcasing his rap style with “Sun Goes Down,” a song about finding the light in the darkness.
Hwanwoong made a dramatic entrance as his back-up dancers unfolded their fans to reveal him in a fitted corset, leather glove, and black blindfold. I was left jaw dropped when he suddenly sat atop his dancers and struck a dramatic pose before finally opening up his solo “RADAR.” Like his previous members, there was an R&B melody but with his own flair of sensual choreography. Hwanwoong shined on with his powerful dancing, raising the energy and excitement.
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Keonhee lit up the room with his soulful R&B solo “I Just Want Love.” As if trying to sing to each and every TO MOON he could find, Keonhee walked across the stage slowly with a bright grin. Once their solo stages wrapped up, the members gathered on stage together to cover pop songs, “Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swift and “STAY” by The Kid LAROI. During “STAY”, member Xion suddenly decided to make a quick trip through the crowd, eliciting excited screams from fans. A possible foreshadowing for what would come near the end of the show.
Before the show, fans were given raffle tickets to enter their name for the chance to dance on stage with ONEUS. Before drawing, the members claimed they would “hunt you down” if you tried to run away, causing a chorus of laughter in the crowd. Along with a member of their choice, this stop being Keonhee, the winner danced on stage to the choreography of “X,” that is now uploaded to ONEUS’ social media accounts.
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The night still felt young with their next fired up performances. ONEUS included special stages with songs like “No Diggity” and “LUNA” from their participation on the Korean survival show Road To Kingdom. Even treating fans to a cover of the popular song “Your Idol” from the recent KPOP DEMON HUNTERS Netflix movie. Certainly a highlight of the night, fans cheered just as loudly for them as those in the movie did for The Saja Boys, the fictional boy group the song belonged to.
Encore track “Shut Up Crazy Hot!” had fans in shock as members made their way in the aisles, both upstairs on the balcony and downstairs on the floor. Xion ran by fans on the balcony, stopping for photos and even dancing around with them. While several members were so distracted by having fun with their fans that they almost missed their cue, having to race back to make it on time.
With a final replay of “X” the group bowed with their back-up dancers before finally leaving the stage. As the lights slowly came back on, the air was still lively with satisfied fans and the remnants of smoke. As we all parted ways, some taking photos by the stage, others going to get merch, and those with VIP perks waiting patiently, the night had been a success. Walking in, I was unfamiliar with many ONEUS songs; however, with their mix of soulful and fun lyrics, high energy, and each member’s charms I can say I walked out as a TO MOON.
