P1Harmony’s third U.S. tour kicked off in spectacular fashion this past Tuesday at Houston’s Smart Financial Centre. Marking their third time performing in the city, the honor of hosting the first stop of this leg of the tour was not lost on fans, who arrived from all over the world. Most attendees adhered to the dress code, set by P1Harmony themselves, donning pink in a vibrant display of unity and anticipation.
The energy in the venue was palpable even before the lights dimmed. As the crowd took their seats, excitement buzzed through the air. The moment the lights went off and the music turned up, everyone jumped to their feet, their anticipation peaking as the VCR began to play, introducing P1ece to P1Harmony’s UTOP1A and setting the theme for the night.
The members of P1Harmony emerged at the top of the stage stairs, dazzling in pearl white silk outfits. They launched into "Street Star," a hit from their latest full album "Killin It." The fans erupted in cheers, their enthusiasm unfaltering as the group transitioned into the performances of “Emergency” and “Everybody Clap.”
After the high-energy opening, the group took a moment to introduce themselves both as a unit and individually. Keeho expressed his joy at returning to Houston, but also shared the unfortunate news that Jiung was absent due to injury. He reassured the crowd that the remaining members—Keeho, Theo, Intak, Soul, and Jongseob—were determined to deliver an unforgettable show. Keeho’s heartfelt connection with the audience was evident as he led them into the next song, "Heartbeat Drum," with a simple gesture: “Place a hand on your heart. Doesn’t it sound like a drum?”
The concert took an emotional turn with "I Am You," a fan favorite from the same EP, as the crowd sang along passionately. A nostalgic moment followed with "Butterfly," a ballad from their debut album “Disharmony: Stand Out.” Keeho expressed his surprise at the song's international popularity before diving into “Late Night Calls,” their newest title track “Killin’ It,” and “Back Down.”
After a brief intermission, the members returned for individual cover performances that highlighted their unique talents. Theo’s rendition of Stephen Sanchez’s “Until I Found You” on guitar lit up the venue with flashlights. Intak wowed with a self-choreographed routine to Victoria Monet’s “On My Mama.” Jongseob impressed with a cover of A$AP Rocky’s “Praise the Lord,” complete with his very own Korean rap verse. Soul captivated with a freestyle dance, and Keeho showcased his vocal prowess with SZA’s “Kill Bill.” The fans showed their love for Jiung by singing the chorus of Justin Bieber’s “Baby” in his absence, a touching tribute that the group promised to relay to him.
Returning to the stage, P1Harmony shared insights into the preparations for their cover stages before diving back into the concert with “Pyramid,” “Black Hole,” and “Look At Me Now.” Slowing down the pace, they delivered heartfelt performances of their English releases “Fall In Love Again,” “BFF,” and “Love Me For Me.”
As the evening progressed, P1Harmony instructed the fans to turn their light sticks blue for “Doom Du Doom,” a song reminiscent of summer. The energy surged once more with “Jump” and the fan-favorite “Follow Me,” which had the crowd jumping as confetti filled the venue.
For their final pre-encore number, “Countdown to Love,” pink confetti and giant balloons created a magical scene. The band left the stage, but the chants of “P1! P1! P1!” brought them back for an encore. In a delightful twist, they reappeared in the aisles, singing “I See U” and interacting closely with fans, exchanging hand hearts, cowboy hats, sunglasses, and selfies.
The encore continued on stage with “2nite,” “Do It Like This,” and “Ayaya,” before the night concluded with heartfelt goodbyes from each member. They expressed their gratitude and excitement for the tour ahead, promising to return to Houston soon.
P1Harmony’s UTOP1A tour marks their third consecutive U.S. tour, and they have once again managed to outdo themselves. Their energy, talent, and genuine love for their fans were evident throughout the night, leaving everyone eager for more. If you missed the Houston show, be sure to catch them at their next stops. It’s a performance you won’t want to miss!
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K Fuse would like to give a big thank you to Frazes Creative for allowing us the opportunity to provide coverage for P1Harmony's UTOP1A tour stop in Dallas!
Written and Photographed by Deborah R.
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