On August19th, In a remarkable display of their soaring fame and influence, NewJeans, often referred to as the "BTS sister group," shared the stage with UK rock band Pale Waves at the esteemed Japanese music festival, Summer Sonic 2023. 

Under the Scorching Sun: NewJeans Takes Center Stage

The event, a convergence of musical genres and global sensations, offered a vivid snapshot of NewJeans' current stature within the world's second-largest music market.

As the sun beat down on the festival grounds, tens of thousands of spectators thronged to catch a glimpse of NewJeans during their captivating performance. The scene was nothing short of breathtaking, with fans gathering in fervor to witness the K-pop sensation in action.

NewJeans really pulled this huge crowd for their 12pm 45 mins long summer sonic stage under scorching heat

no wonder Japan media has been talking abt how impressive this and rare this is. NewJeans are so famous 🥹pic.twitter.com/PvN55W8A2q

— 🥀 (@nwjnsbts) August 20, 2023

 This enthusiastic turnout was emblematic of the fervent fanbase the group has amassed in Japan, solidifying their position as a magnetic force in the music industry.

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However, the remarkable contrast in audience reception became evident when UK band Pale Waves took to the stage. As their performance unfolded, a noticeable exodus of festivalgoers commenced, leaving significant pockets of empty space in the viewing area.

The divergence in audience scale between NewJeans and Pale Waves' sets underscored the striking discrepancy in popularity and draw power.

Simultaneously, Pale Waves delivered a spirited and energetic performance, though it was marked by a notable difference in audience response compared to NewJeans. 

知名度なくても演奏カッコ良ければ人がどんどん集まる、去年メッセだったけどスタジアム全然いけるサウンド#PaleWaves#サマソニ pic.twitter.com/33HyoB1BUA

— Tetsu98 (@amadaty98) August 19, 2023

While the UK band undoubtedly exhibited their musical prowess, they found themselves contending with vast empty spaces in the audience area, underscoring the stark disparity in reception.

Netizens' comments:

• "It's Japanese, but at department store middle school students' dance festival, New Jeans' songs kept coming out.. I realized it's popular all over again!"
• "It's not well known because of New Jeans' billboard, but the sound source got a big hit in Japan. Ditto In Japan, as far as I know, the girl group will stream 100 million after Twilight."
• "Just looking at New Jeans in Japan's Apple rankings... They put the entire album on the charts "
• "The record says it haha ​​New Jeans No matter how hard you try, there's no way New Jeans will become unpopular and the girl group you love will increase in popularity" 

The events that transpired at Summer Sonic 2023 serve as a resounding testament to NewJeans' exceptional rise to prominence within Japan's dynamic music scene.

Their ability to command a mammoth audience share while sharing the stage with internationally acclaimed acts like Pale Waves is a testament to their magnetic appeal and unwavering popularity. As NewJeans continues to make waves, it's clear that their star power is shining ever brighter on the global stage.

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