Collaboration → Cover → Reinterpretation of Classic Hits.. Key Points for Watching 'ACON 2026'

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'AAA 2026's Festa, 'ACON 2026', will unfold as a historic festival.

As the 'ACON 2026, The Road to AAA 2026: Official Pre-show', the Festa of the Asia Artist Awards (Asia Artist Awards, hereinafter AAA) scheduled for July 25 at Taipei NTSU Arena approaches in three days, special stages exclusive to 'ACON 2026' have been announced, drawing intense global fan attention.

CLOSE YOUR EYES and NEXZ will perform a 3-on-3 member-specific dance collaboration reinterpreting Michael Jackson's classic hit as the "Emperor of Pop." This collaboration stage will feature each team's top performers delivering a flawless performance match, promising an unforgettable show that keeps viewers captivated without breaking eye contact for even a moment.

CLOSE YOUR EYES will present a 'Dangerous' stage highlighting restrained charisma and sensual groove, while NEXZ will deliver a powerful and sharp group dance performance to Michael Jackson's iconic hit 'Beat It', offering diverse enjoyment. Following this, both teams will join forces for a joint 'Thriller' stage, delivering a historic mega-performance exclusive to 'ACON 2026' that is expected to leave a strong impression on global fans.

NEXZ's solo special stage has also been announced. NEXZ will showcase a special performance of GOT7's classic hit, channeling their unique energetic charm and the fresh youthfulness of the K-pop industry. This reborn stage featuring GOT7's legendary songs is another key viewing point for 'AAA 2026'.

At 'ACON 2026', artists will directly reinterpret local classics in special stages to deeply connect with Asian fans through music, enriching the festival experience.

Selected as the MC for this year's 'ACON 2026', Sung Han-bin will not only deliver smooth hosting but also present a solo special stage featuring Karencici, Taiwan's unique R&B singer-songwriter, performing her representative hit 'HARD TO SAY'.

Choi Yena (YENA) is reported to have prepared a performance of a popular local song that has received great love in the region exclusively for this 'ACON 2026', heightening global fans' curiosity about what stage she will present.

QWER plans to reinterpret Mayday's hit song 'Loveing' (ing), known as Taiwan's "national band," with their own refreshing style. Through these gift-like special stages featuring the distinct charms of Sung Han-bin, Choi Yena (YENA), and QWER (QWER), they aim to deliver unique enjoyment.

MEOVV, CLOSE YOUR EYES, and KISS OF LIFE have prepared special cover stages exclusively for 'ACON 2026' to delight global K-pop fans.

MEOVV plans to reinterpret BTS's global hit 'Dynamite' with their own unique style, while CLOSE YOUR EYES will present a distinctive and fresh charm through an EXO cover of 'Overdose'.

KISS OF LIFE has announced a special cover stage of BIGBANG's mega-hit 'BAE BAE', promising to further heat up the festival atmosphere with a special cover performance offering charms different from the original.

This year's 'ACON 2026', themed around 'Youth', will feature a dazzling artist lineup including MC Sung Han-bin, MEOVV, Xdinary Heroes (XH), Choi Yena (YENA), CLOSE YOUR EYES, KISS OF LIFE, NEXZ, and QWER (listed alphabetically), delivering unforgettable thrilling moments to K-pop fans worldwide.

Meanwhile, 'ACON 2026', hosted by StarNews and organized by the AAA Organizing Committee (Jo Jik-wi (Director) Park Jun-cheol), MOTIVE, and D-SHOW, will be held on the 25th at Taipei NTSU Arena (Lin Kou Gymnasium) in Taiwan.

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