The group CORTIS has been invited as the headliner of the music festival organized by the NBA, announced HYBE BigHit Music on December 19.

CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, Keonho) will perform on February 12, 2026, at the LA Convention Center in Los Angeles during the “NBA Crossover Concert Series”. This is the first time a K-pop artist occupies the headliner position for this event.
The “NBA Crossover Concert Series” takes place during the 2026 NBA All-Star Week (February 12–15) and is part of the NBA Crossover program. CORTIS will perform on the first night, during the “Opening Night” stage.
The lineup also includes artists such as Ludacris, three-time Grammy Award winner, and Shaboozey, holder of the record for the longest stay at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
After only four months since debut, CORTIS will already participate in a major international festival as a headliner. The NBA stated:
“CORTIS is a creative artist who transcends boundaries. His art and global influence reflect the spirit of innovation of the NBA Crossover series and the All-Star.”
CORTIS has already appeared on several major U.S. shows and radio programs, including iHeartRadio Live, Jane Roe Show, Sirius XM, and The Zach Sang Show.
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