The annual KIIS FM Jingle Ball is a unique, family-friendly pop concert where multiple generations come together to celebrate with glitter and joy. On Friday, December 5, the event took place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, with thousands of fans wearing Santa hats, elf ears, faux-fur coats, and matching family pajamas. The venue itself glowed red and green, creating a festive holiday atmosphere.
This year’s crowd skewed younger, with toddlers dancing on parents’ laps, high school students cheering for their favourite pop stars, and light-up Christmas bulb necklaces flashing across the arena.
HUNTR/X made their live debut, generating massive anticipation. The group, originating from the animated Netflix series “K-pop Demon Hunters,” featured EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami performing together for the first time. Dressed in Christmas-red and white outfits, they delivered precise choreography and vocals, captivating fans with a performance that exceeded expectations from their animated personas.
HUNTR/X Performance Highlights
| Song | Notes |
|---|---|
| Golden | First live song, fans cheered wildly |
| Soda Pop & Your Idol | Warm-up by Kevin Woo, familiar from animation |
Feid brought Colombian reggaeton energy to the stage with just a DJ, guitarist, and backing vocalist, creating an intimate yet energetic performance.
Jackson Wang performed his hits “LMLY” and “100 Ways” with high energy and polished choreography, winning over younger fans.
Conan Gray celebrated his birthday on stage, performing “Maniac,” “Actor,” and “Heather,” connecting emotionally with teen fans. He closed the set with “Vodka Cranberry,” ending the night on a celebratory note.
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