NCT 127 launched their fifth headlining tour, ‘Neo City: The Redline,’ with a completely sold-out three-night run in Seoul that drew 31,500 fans and celebrated the group’s 10th anniversary, according to label SM Entertainment.
NCT 127 Kicks Off ‘Neo City: The Redline’ Tour With Sold-Out Seoul Residencies
The K-pop act completed the final Seoul show of the run at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park, capping a three-day concert series that began on September 18 and concluded on September 20, according to SM Entertainment. The total attendance reached 31,500 fans after every ticket, including restricted-view seats, sold out completely.
Performing as a five-member lineup, the group utilized ambitious staging throughout the set. The opening number, “Legacy,” featured members descending through the air on wires, while “Punch” was staged against a boxing-ring-style arena setup accompanied by a large troupe of dancers. Transitioning from a video played beforehand, the performers made their physical entrance onto the stage via an actual automobile during “Piñata.”
Setlist Milestones and Military Service Surprise Appearances
Leader Taeyong debuted a newly written rap verse for the fan-favorite track “Cherry Bomb,” reflecting the group’s evolution over the past decade, according to concert reports. Blending newer tracks from their latest record with fan favorites, the performance featured a sweeping medley incorporating “Fire Truck,” “Fact Check,” and “Kick It.” The September 19 and 20 shows were livestreamed worldwide via Beyond LIVE and Weverse.
The Seoul dates carried added emotional weight for fans and members alike. Per event accounts, members Jungwoo and Doyoung surprised the crowd by showing up as audience members on the final night during their ongoing military duties. Doyoung brought a rice cake he had prepared to mark the group’s 10th debut anniversary.
Commercial Legacy on the Billboard 200 and Upcoming Asia Tour Dates
Represented by SM Entertainment, NCT 127 was established in 2016 as the Seoul-focused subdivision of the broader group NCT, eventually growing into one of the most commercially triumphant K-pop acts within the United States. The group first reached the top five of the Billboard 200 with 2020’s Neo Zone, which peaked at No. 5 and became their first album to sell more than one million copies.
Following that success, their 2021 release Sticker claimed the No. 3 spot on the American charts, holding the record for that year’s highest-ranking K-pop album in the U.S., while their 2022 project 2 Baddies also secured a position in the top five. According to SM Entertainment, these milestones positioned NCT 127 as only the second K-pop group to land three different records inside the top five of the Billboard 200. Their most recent full-length album, 2024’s Walk, debuted at No. 3.
Did you know? NCT 127 became the second K-pop act in history to secure three albums within the top five of the U.S.
The ‘Neo City: The Redline’ tour will continue across Asia through January 2027, with scheduled dates in Jakarta, Hong Kong, Singapore, Saitama, Bangkok, Manila, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur, according to concert itineraries released by SM Entertainment.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did NCT 127 start the ‘Neo City: The Redline’ tour?
NCT 127 began the tour with a three-night run in Seoul starting on September 18 and ending on September 20, according to SM Entertainment.
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Where was the Seoul leg of the tour held?
The concerts took place at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park, drawing 31,500 total attendees across the sold-out run, according to SM Entertainment.
Which members made a surprise appearance during the Seoul concerts?
Members Jungwoo and Doyoung, who are currently fulfilling their mandatory military service, appeared in the audience on the final night, according to event reports.
Where is the tour heading next?
The tour continues across Asia through January 2027, with stops planned in Jakarta, Hong Kong, Singapore, Saitama, Bangkok, Manila, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur, according to SM Entertainment.
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