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Friday, April 05, 2019

Rewind the Best Moments at BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour [In Your Area] Kuala Lumpur

Monday, February 25, 2019

BLACKPINK is the first Korean girl group who performed a 2-days concerts in Malaysia

BLACKPINK drew 16,000-strong crowd to Stadium Malawati last weekend and headlined the 2-days concerts with a whopping 18-song set. The group's first show in Malaysia was so overwhelming that the concert tickets were completely sold and an additional show had to be added to its 2019 World Tour [In Your Area] schedule. The 1.5 hours concert in Malaysia - was without a doubt a blockbuster one for BLINKs. Let us rewind some of the best moments happen on the 23rd February concert day.

BLACKPINK Stage Is A Glowing

In hours before BLACKPINK took the stage at Stadium Malawati, thousands were seen lining up outside the venue, just waiting to get into the concert itself. All that waiting did not dim BLINKs enthusiasm as BLACKPINK lived up the massive hype with their powerful performances.

Lit performance in front of #KiaMalaysia booth 🔥🔥🔥 Are you ready for #BLACKPINKinMY? 😉#INYOURAREAKualaLumpur pic.twitter.com/CjNR3MP6PA
— gokpop (@goKPOP) February 23, 2019

BLACKPINK performed all nine of their original songs as well as Jennie's solo track titled "Solo" and the collaboration track with Dua Lipa titled "Kiss And Make Up". BLACKPINK music itself is very upbeat, making it easy to jam out at the concert.

Kick-started with their greatest hits "Ddu Du Ddu Du" and "Forever Young", the songs got the crowd moving and jumping around while waving the official lightstick Pyong Bong (Hammer stick). During the opening break, the members greeted the fans in Malay and Jisoo's "Kami rindu padamu" definitely melted your hearts. After the greetings, BLACKPINK then moved on to perform "Stay" and transition seamlessly to "Whistle".

Each Member Solo Stage Won The Hearts of Many

Lisa dance performances - "Take Me" & "Swalla"

To top of the group songs, each member was given a chance to shine at their solo stages, allowing the crowd to be intimate with one member. Jisoo was first up, appearing on the glittering balls and covered Zedd's 'Clarity'. Listening to covers like this is so soothing and yet still enjoyable.

Jisoo shines bright like a queen 🔥#BLACKPINKinMY #INYOURAREAKualaLumpur pic.twitter.com/dmBPR8R6j0
— gokpop (@goKPOP) February 23, 2019

Lisa then took the stage solo and hyped the audience with the fast beat of "Take Me" and "Swalla". (ps: there's no doubt she is known as the dancing machine in the group.) Rose, however, showed her versatile side, singing a mash up with Beatles' "Let It Be", Park Bom's "You & I" and Taeyang's "Only Look At Me". Rose clearly takes the original, changes it, and owns it in her own distinct way.

We literally got goosebumps when listening to Rose's cover songs

Jennie then had the spotlight to herself by performing "Solo". Jennie's charisma on stage was fantastic. (ps: By watching each member unique solo stages we truly believe the members' individual singles will be a success.)

Closer to An End - Cover Songs

BLACKPINK version of "So Hot"

Closer to the end of the concert, BLACKPINK did a cover of Wonder Girls' "So Hot", which the members previously performed at SBS Gayo Daejeon. BLACKPINK made "So Hot" even hotter with a contemporary twist of the original music. BLACKPINK also served us a dance solo to "16 Shots" in the sexy black attire.

Encore Stage - One to Remember

A total of 8,000 crowd showed up at the Saturday's concert night

Fans went wild chanting and screaming for BLACKPINK when Ddu-Du-Ddu-Du was played once again. Hearing the 8,000 crowd singing their hearts out "Hit you with that Ddu du Ddu Du, Aye Aye" was pretty impressive. Before bidding farewell, Jennie commented, "It's our first time in Malaysia but we have received such a warm welcome. We'll come again." BLACKPINK then made a wonderful close with a rendition of "Stay".

Prepared specially for #BLINKs 💕 BLINKs will always STAY with you 😄😄❤#BLACKPINKinMY #INYOURAREAKualaLumpur pic.twitter.com/qYiflAVNLh
— gokpop (@goKPOP) February 23, 2019

Though it was just a 1.5 hour show, but BLINKs were happily exhausted from running on high for the entire show. We bet each and every stage performed last night will STAY forever in BLINKs' hearts. Hopefully we'll be able to see BLACKPINK's return with a full album, of course, not to miss out the members' individual singles.

BLACKPINK x BLINKs Group Photo

Lastly, we would like to thank macpiepro for the invitation to this great show! Check out more official photos on GOKpop Malaysia Fabceook page.

BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour with KIA [In Your Area] Kuala Lumpur Set List

A total of 18-set were played

1. DDU DU DDU DU
2. FOREVER YOUNG
3. STAY (remix ver.)
4. WHISTLE
5. CLARITY - JISOO
6. INTRO + TAKE ME + SWALLA - LISA
7. LET IT BE + YOU & I + JUST LOOK AT ME - ROSÉ
8. SOLO - JENNIE
9. KISS & MAKE UP
10. SO HOT
11. PLAYING WITH FIRE
12. REALLY (reggae ver.)
13. SEE YOU LATER
14. 16 SHOTS
15. BOOMBAYAH
16. AS IF IT'S YOUR LAST
17. DDU DU DDU DU - (ENCORE)
18. STAY original ver.- (ENCORE)

photo credit: YG Entertainment

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

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[GIVEAWAY] Your Chance to Meet BLACKPINK in Malaysia: Sound-Check + Send-Off Pass

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

BLACKPINK will be making their way to Kuala Lumpur next week for a 2-days concert taking place on 23rd and 24th February. In celebration to BLACKPINK first solo concert in Kuala Lumpur, we are giving out two Yellow zone tickets for BLINKs to meet BLACKPINK up close. The concert tickets come with the sound-check and send-off pass!

To enter:

1. Follow GOKpop Malaysia Facebook Page / GOkpop Instagram / GOkpop Twitter

2. Post a video/picture proving you're a superfan of BLACKPINK. It can be shared through Facebook, Twitter or Instagram

(Video should be no more than 30 seconds long and remember to set your account to public)
(ex: You can record yourself singing or dancing to BLACKPINK's song or even show us your BLACKPINK collection such as albums, banners, etc)

3. Include hashtag #GOKPOPxBLACKPINKContest #BLACKPINKinMY in your caption and tag us in your post for a chance to win.

(ex: if you shared your photo/video on Instagram, tag us on Instagram @gokpop_gallery | if you shared it on Twitter, tag us on Twitter @goKPOP. )

4. Comment at the comment box HERE with your link

Contest starts now and ends on 20 February 2019, 3PM.

Prize: 1 Yellow Zone BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour [In Your Area] Kuala Lumpur concert ticket

(24th February 2019) + 1 Sound-Check Pass + 1 Send-Off Pass

Terms & Conditions

1. The contest is open to participants who are residents of Malaysia. By participating in this contest, each participant agrees to bound by these Terms and Conditions.

2. Each participant may shared the photo or video on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram but each submission is consider as one (1) Entry for the contest.

3. Each entry will be individually judged by GOKpop Malaysia based on the creativity of the photo and video.

4. Two (2) winners will be selected throughout the contest.

5. Entries will only qualify for the contest if posted within the contest period. Entries submitted after the contest period, or submitted through any means other than specified above, will not eligible for the contest.

6. Winners will be contacted by GOKpop Malaysia via Facebook private message after the contest period.

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BLACKPINK "In Your Area" Presented by KIA Motors: Stand A Chance To Win Exclusive Gifts

Friday, February 08, 2019

BLACKPINK striking a pose with the brand new Kia Stinger

With only a few weeks left before the much-awaited concert of BLACKPINK 2019 [In Your Area] World Tour in Kuala Lumpur, anticipation among the fans in the country has soared high with many expressing their excitement for the 2-day concerts.

Presented by KIA Motors, BLACKPINK 2019 [In Your Area] World Tour in Kuala Lumpur is set to take place at Stadium Malawati on 23rd and 24th February. With this iconic partnership with BLACKPINK, the Korean automotive manufacturer, Kia aims to establish a closer connection to Asia's younger generation through a new K-pop inspired outreach campaign. As such, Kia Malaysia will showcase a special booth at the concert ground where BLINKs can stand a chance to win exclusive BLACKPINK autographed CDs.

How to win BLACKPINK exclusive autographed CD?

Step 1: Show off your best BLACKPINK-inspired dance choreography or carpool karaoke skill to your favourite BLACKPINK songs.

Step 2: Post the video or photo on Facebook or Instagram with the official hashtag #MovewithKiaMalaysia

KIA Malaysia x BLACKPINK Valentine's Day Contest

KIA Malaysia also offers exclusive chances for BLINKS to participate in its Valentine's Day contest where 2 lucky winners will stand a chance to win a pair of Red Zone concert tickets and exclusive Sound Check and Send-Off passes.

To join KIA Malaysia x BLACKPINK Valentine's Day Contest:

Step 1: Test drive any Kia car at KIA showrooms

Step 2: Snap a photo & Upload it on Facebook or Instagram with hashtag #KiaMalaysiaBLACKPINK

Contest period: 1st - 17th February 2019

As the official sponsor of BLACKPINK's 2019 World Tour, KIA will provide ground transportation for the members throughout the duration of the world tour in 7 countries - Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Taiwan. BLACKPINK kick-started their 2019 World Tour last year in Seoul and will continue to run through 2019, with stop-offs in major cities around the globe.

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Thursday, December 20, 2018

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BLACKPINK is coming to lion city for their < In Your Area > 2019 world tour

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

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Additional Show for BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour [IN YOUR AREA] KL

Monday, December 17, 2018

Last few days, organiser, MacpiePro announced BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour [IN YOUR AREA] Kuala Lumpur concert tickets has officially sold out and yesterday, they announced another surprise announcement that makes you go wild.

Due to an overwhelming response, MacpiePro has heard fans calling for additional show to be held and has decided to organise BLACKPINK 2019 WORLD TOUR [IN YOUR AREA] KUALA LUMPUR concert a day after the first! The additional show will be held on 24th February in Malawati Indoor Stadium starting at 6pm and the ticket zones and prices remain the same.

BLACKPINK 2019 WORLD TOUR [IN YOUR AREA] KUALA LUMPUR Additional Show Details:

Seating Plan

Date: 24th February

Time: 6PM

Venue: Malawati Indoor Stadium, Shah Alam

Ticket prices: RM273 (Blue Zone), RM373 (Green Zone), RM483 (Purple Zone), RM573 (Yellow Zone), RM673 (Red Zone) & RM693 (BLINK Zone)

The offline ticket sales will be held from 28th to 30th December 2018 at 12pm. Online sales, however, will start on 31st December 2018 at 12pm at MacpiePro official website.

Offline tickets are available to purchase at appointed shopping mall, Atria Shopping Gallery and all Mcalls Digital Lifestyle Stores in:

NU Sentral
Sunway Pyramid
Mid Valley Megamall
Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall
Paradigm Mall JB
Mcalls Service Center MMall Penang
Mcalls booth at Low Yat Plaza (4th Floor)

Mcalls HITS Deal Returns

Mcalls HITS Deal proved popular in the first round of sales and will be making a return for BLINKS

to purchase.

With the purchase of HITS Package (HITS 360/HITS 540/ HITS 720), fans get to enjoy HITS Deal offering discounted tickets at the highly coveted BLINK or Red Zones at 40% off for the first ticket and 10% off for the second ticket, on top of monthly highspeed internet, free local calls and SMS!

HITS Deal Benefits

A Guaranteed Entry
Stand a chance to win soundcheck pass

The HITS Deal is available to purchase from 18th December, 12PM to 30th December 2018 at Mcalls Digital Lifestyle Stores.

Don't miss your last chance to meet BLACKPINK in Malaysia!

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Enjoy Shopee Early Bird Promo for BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour [IN YOUR AREA] KL

Monday, December 10, 2018

#2018wrapped

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Thursday, December 06, 2018

#JennieSolo challenge

TikTok Brings K-Pop Craze to Malaysia with MAMA 2018, and #JennieSolo Global Challenge!

Monday, December 03, 2018

Vote now on TikTok to win tickets to attend 2018 MAMA in Hong Kong

TikTok, the world’s leading short video platform is bringing the K-Pop craze to Malaysia with two exciting announcements!

This month, the popular platform has partnered with the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) as the official sponsor and the global voting channel. As the official sponsor for the global voting channel, K-Pop fans in Malaysia can vote for their favorite acts across 18 award categories, including Artist of the Year, Best Asia Star, Song of the Year, Best New Artist and more, with voting channels closing on 9 December 2018.

Lucky Malaysian voters will stand a chance to win tickets to the MAMA show in Hong Kong on 14 December 2018. As part of celebrating creativity on a global stage, TikTok will be supporting MAMA 2018 by featuring the best of K-Pop and Asian artists, and empower users to engage in the upcoming event by voting for their favorite artists on TikTok.

Follow these steps to vote on Tik Tok:

Step 1: Download the TiTok app via iOS or Google Play

Step 2: Create your own account

Step 3: Go to the challenge page and click on MAMA 2018 banner to vote

Join #JennieSolo challenge to stand to win Jennie's signed merchandise

To promote the debut solo track from Jennie of the Korean girl group BLACKPINK, TikTok has also launched a #JennieSolo challenge to the latest hit titled ‘Solo’. As a treat, fans stand to win exclusive Jennie signed merchandise by submitting their creative short videos on TikTok. Lucky winners will be announced on December 5, 2018 via the TikTok@globalchallenge and Instagram@tiktokglobalchallenge channels.

Prior to this challenge, Jennie and the rest of her group at BLACKPINK have introduced their single titled “Ddu-Du Ddu-Du” on TikTok, breaking records with a over 35 million total video views worldwide. Currently, BLACKPINK’s TikTok account is among the most popular channels, with 3 million followers and growing.

Jenny’s latest hit, ‘Solo’, has been consistently topping the Korean music charts in two consecutive weeks following its release. ‘Solo’ has also topped the iTunes charts in 40 countries, with Jennie becoming the first Korean female solo singer to top the iTunes worldwide music chart. The music video for ‘Solo’ has surpassed 80 million viewers in 13 days, and as of 25th of Nov, Jennie won first place in SBS Inkigayo.

Download the TikTok app via iOS or Google Play and get ready with your best ‘Solo’ moves.

pic cr: TikTok

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MacpiePro's 'Crazy 20' to Bring More Heart-Pumping Concerts in 2019

Monday, December 03, 2018

(from left): Fuying & Sam, MacpiePro CEO's Mr.Ang Chee Chiang, Sterling Progress Bhd. CEO's Mr Francis Leong and Han Xiao Aii

In 2019, MacpiePro will be planning more amazing and heart-pumping concerts, not only to dedicate to their Music Fans, but also to support music artists globally. ‘Crazy 20’ will be their plan in 2019. With an ambitious plan to keep up the trend in organising music events, MacpiePro is planning to organise 20 concerts within 2019, not only KPOP but to diversify genres such as CPOP, international acts and local artist. During the press conference, MacpiePro announced that there'll be K-WAVE Music Festival next year.

BLACPINK World Tour in KL set as the starter for 'Crazy 20'

BLACKPINK 2019 WORLD TOUR [IN YOUR AREA] KUALA LUMPUR will be the kickstarter concert for ‘Crazy 20’. Additionally, on 20th April 2019 MacpiePro will organise their first Mandarin concert that will be held in the Arena of Stars with remarkably talented performers from Taiwan, Korea (Bii and Roger Yang), China (Jeno Liu) and Malaysia (Victor Wong and pop duo, Fuying & Sam).

Local artist Fuying & Sam: MacpiePro is planning to hold the duo group solo concert in Malaysia

MacpiePro also plans to promote local artists by giving them the opportunity that they deserve to showcase their wonderful talents. And since Malaysia have numerous talented local acts, MacpiePro will venture into artist management as well. Han Xiao Aii is the first local artist they have signed.

Local artist Han Xiao Aii hinted that her solo EP will be released soon.

Moreover, MacpiePro is grateful for their previous sponsors for supporting them throughout the journey, especially to Mcalls for being their strategic business partner ever since MacpiePro’s first concert to deliver ‘STRESS -FREE MUSIC’ spirit so that Music Fans will get to enjoy music without barriers.

MacpiePro is also planning to work together with in-bound travel agencies to bring-in more international fans so that they too can enjoy their favourite music events. This will boost Malaysia’s Tourism, which will benefit Malaysia’s economy as well.

With MacpiePro’s ambitious spirit and determination, they are hoping to deliver more incredible shows with their aim and vision of Crazy 20 in 2019.

*pic cr: MacpiePro