"PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN!" CORTIS, First Tour D-1 [Q&A]

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Group CORTIS has shared their excited thoughts ahead of their first tour.

CORTIS will kick off their first solo tour, '2026 CORTIS TOUR <PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN>', at Incheon Inspire Arena on July 18-19. This marks the starting point of a schedule spanning 14 shows across nine cities in Seoul, North America, and Japan from August to September, less than a year after their debut.

The Incheon concert sold out completely. Composed of Martin, James, Ju-hoon, Sung-hyun, and Geon-ho, CORTIS will perform songs they have released so far on stage, including the mini 2nd album title track 'REDRED', which topped domestic and international music charts after its release in April, and the featured song 'YOUNGCREATORCREW' that led group singing at various stages.

The tour title 'PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN' carries the meaning of 'let's put down our phones' and the intention to 'enjoy this moment together.' The vigorous movements of the five members on the tour poster also signify their desire to jump and play in unity with the audience. Members shared their thoughts ahead of the tour and viewing highlights through their agency, Big Hit Music.

▶Thoughts and mindset ahead of their first solo tour after debut

Martin: We are expecting an explosive, scorching energy. We want to capture every moment of the tour in our minds and hearts.

James: At every moment, we will bring out all our strength to create a great time for the audience.

Ju-hoon: We are grateful that we can hold a solo concert filled with our fans less than a year after debut. We will do our best so that COER (the fandom name) members who come to the venue can have fun without regrets.

Sung-hyun: I didn't expect we would be having our first solo tour this quickly. Since it is our own stage, we will show everything we want to do. Just play along with us until you get tired!

Geon-ho: The greatest joy is being able to perform on stage with COER members. We hope everyone who comes to watch the performance jumps and plays energetically with us.

▶Meaning behind the tour title

Martin: For us, 'PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN' means 'living in the present.' We want you to focus on the stage rather than your smartphones. If you watch this tour, you will clearly see the definite picture of the stage CORTIS aims to create moving forward.

James: While it is good to record moments with photos and videos, I think that if we only stare at smartphone screens, we might miss precious and valuable experiences in reality. If you fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the concert venue, taking it in with your eyes and feeling it with your body, wouldn't it remain as more beautiful memories later? We will do our best so that audience members can spend unforgettable times in their lives.

▶What they prepared most for the Incheon performance, which kicks off the tour

Martin: I think the beginning is important. We are preparing with the priority of performing a stage where we run freely without making mistakes.

James: We have thought and thought about how to make COER members, who will fill the seats completely, go wild.

Ju-hoon: We practiced a lot so that we could lift the atmosphere in the audience and let our energy reach the COER members.

Sung-hyun: I want to show good performances with the best possible condition.

Geon-ho: Since it is our first tour stage, we have worked hard to build up our stamina. We also studied a lot of ad-libs.

▶CORTIS's goals after the second-half tour and 'Lollapalooza Chicago' and 'Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix'

Ju-hoon: We are grateful to stand on such a massive stage. Our current goal is to make even more 'delicious music' for our next album.

Sung-hyun: I think it is important to come back with better and new music. I am also curious about what the next goal will be. It seems like a task we must continue to solve.

Geon-ho: For now, I always want to create good music and cool stages.

▶One last message to COER members

Martin: We love you so much. We hope everyone who joins the tour stays healthy and safe, brings out maximum energy, creates great memories, and leaves happily. We will create a stage that makes you want to come again next time.

James: PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN!!!!!!!

Ju-hoon: You have waited for a long time. Come and jump around freely. You can look forward to it. We love you.

Sung-hyun: It will be as fun a tour as you expect. Let's have fun. Please continue to support COER in the future!

Geon-ho: COER members, are you ready to play 'PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN'?

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