DPR CREAM, DPR ARTIC
IVE, DPR ARTIC, DPR CREAM… The Korean scene set LOLLAPALOOZA PARIS 2025 on fire!
In 2023, STRAY KIDS made LOLLAPALOOZA PARIS history by becoming the first South Korean group to perform on the festival stage. Two years later, IVE took over, delivering an electrifying show on 20th July on the main stage. On the same day, SEOUL THERAPY, accompanied by DPR ARTIC and DPR CREAM, showcased a side of the South Korean music scene that isn’t very popular in France, featuring a selection of R&B and electro artists. Invited by LOLLAPALOOZA, KSTATION TV attended the 2025 edition.
From the moment the group arrived on stage, IVE energised the crowd, who were eagerly awaiting the group’s appearance. Despite a technical problem at the beginning of the performance, the six members (YUJIN, GAEUL, REI, WONYOUNG, LIZ, LEESEO) handled the situation professionally by continuing their performance before taking a moment to interact with fans while the issue was resolved.
Once the sound was restored, the group left no stone unturned in enchanting the LOLLAPALOOZA PARIS crowd. IVE performed its signature tracks such as “Baddie“, “Love dive“, “Kitsch“, and “After like“, winning the hearts not only of the DIVE (fandom name), but also of the festival-goers who were discovering its world for the first time.
As a little nod to Paris, IVE made sure to present “Supernova Love“, its collaboration with French DJ DAVID GUETTA. A memorable experience for the DIVE, who were able to see the performance for the first time in France.
Finally, in addition to their stage energy and iconic choreography, the members of IVE impressed with their vocal performances, accompanied by a live band. We will particularly remember YUJIN‘s powerful notes, which resonated throughout the racecourse, as well as the performance of the song “You wanna cry“, which, in a softer register, delivered a suspended moment that left a lasting impression.
But K-pop wasn’t the only one in attendance this year. SEOUL THERAPY took over the “Lollapalooza Sound System” stage, transformed for the occasion into a South Korean underground stage. The latter featured performances by PUSSYFEU, BLANCHE, YANN, DON MAYOR, NAMJU, FALLENS, and the highly anticipated DPR CREAM and DPR ARTIC.
Throughout the day, SEOUL THERAPY‘s guest artists created a festive and immersive atmosphere. Far from the main stages and reflecting the South Korean underground scene, each performance offered a new vision of electronic music. A timeless stage that captured the attention all day long with its unique energy.
In addition to this lineup, DPR fans were able to meet DPR CREAM and DPR ARTIC for a special performance. While in the middle of a European tour for their joint album “NO DRUGS“, the duo stopped at the Longchamp racecourse for their very first French festival. Welcomed by a thrilled audience, DPR CREAM and DPR ARTIC performed their iconic tracks like “Escape“, “Do or die (DPR CREAM REMIX)“, “I miss u (too bad)” or “Color drive” and “Darling“, offering an intense performance mixing R&B and electro.
What will remember from this 2025 edition of LOLLAPALOOZA PARIS is the remarkable performance of IVE, who captivated festivalgoers with its energy, unique style, and powerful vocals. In addition, SEOUL THERAPY‘s selection highlighted Korean artists and a facet of Korean music that is little known to French audiences. Particularly noteworthy are the performances of DPR ARTIC and DPR CREAM, who made a remarkable comeback in Paris after a concert at the Zénith de la Villette last November.
Finally, we can’t wait to find out if Korean music will still be featured at the next edition of the festival, and, more importantly, which artists will represent it.
Journalist: Laura
Translator: Laura
Photos: Laura
Source: KSTATION TV
