After a sold-out night in Brooklyn, K-pop vocal powerhouse NMIXX continues to prove that their stage presence extends far beyond performance, telling amNewYork that it’s about the lasting emotional connections they forge with fans.
Inside the Brooklyn Paramount Theater on March 31, more than 2,700 fans packed every inch of the venue, from the orchestra floor to the back bar, craning for a glimpse of Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin. Beneath the glow of the theater’s neon marquee, NMIXX delivered a performance that underscored their musical versatility and cemented their place as one of K-pop’s most dynamic rising acts.
As the lights settled after the first stage fully settled, LILY took in the sea of fans and smiled. “New York has such magical energy,” she said. “There’s a reason there are so many songs about it. New York is incredible.”
Since their 2022 debut, NMIXX has carved out a bold identity through “MIXX POP,” a genre-defying approach that seamlessly blends contrasting sounds into a single track. That unpredictability translated effortlessly to the stage in Brooklyn, where the group moved from explosive, bass-heavy anthems to emotionally driven ballads without losing momentum.
NMIXX performs at the Brooklyn Paramount.Photo by Amanda Moses
Across a sprawling 28-song setlist—including “DASH,” “DICE,” “O.O,” “Love Me Like This,” “Run for Roses,” and “TIC TIC”—NMIXX showcased not only unrelenting stamina, but remarkable control. Their live vocals remained crisp even through high-impact choreography, reinforcing their standing as one of the most technically skilled acts of their generation.
When amNewYork caught up with the group, NMIXX reflected on that reputation, but emphasized that what resonates most goes beyond precision. For them, it’s the emotional exchange with their audience that ultimately defines each performance.
“I want people to look forward to our next tour,” HAEWON shared. “Rather than being perfect, our performances are about enjoying the moment. If the people who were with us this time come back again, I couldn’t ask for anything more.”
That sheer feeling of adoration was palpable as fans, known as NSWERs, held their lightsticks high, singing along in unison. For many, NMIXX’s music has become more than entertainment; it’s a refuge.
“I feel so honored,” LILY said. “Music is a safe space for me, and the fact that it can be that for other people means so much. Sometimes the energy gets overwhelming, and I get emotional.”
For BAE, those shared moments, when joy and vulnerability collide, are what make the stage feel sacred. “When NSWER and NMIXX laugh together and cry together, that’s when I feel like we’re truly one,” she said.
NMIXX performs at the Brooklyn Paramount.Photo by Amanda Moses
The group’s world tour, , supports their first full-length album “Blue Valentine,” released in October 2025, and after a week, it reached No. 1 on the Melon Top 100. The record further cements their genre-fluid identity, pairing the soaring title track with high-energy cuts like “SPINNIN’ ON IT” and reimagined versions of their debut single “O.O.”
That wide range of music that has defined their career was especially evident during live performances of “Break The Wall” and “Adore You.”
“‘Break The Wall’ has parts where we sing together with fans, so it feels even more overwhelming in the best way,” KYUJIN said. “And ‘Adore You,’ as the final song, always feels especially emotional.”
NMIXX confesses that even offstage, that same sense of unity fuels the group through the demands of idol life.
“Even when things feel overwhelming, seeing the members and staff doing their best gives me strength,” JIWOO said. “I want to be that source of strength for them, too.”
Despite the intensity of their schedules, NMIXX’s bond, and their commitment to their craft, has only sharpened their edge. It’s that determination that continues to push their performances beyond spectacle into something more lasting.
NMIXX performs at the Brooklyn Paramount.Photo by Amanda Moses
Looking back on their journey, LILY offered a reflection she wishes she could give her younger self: “Stop getting lost in your work. Pay attention to the people around you. Live a little.”
It’s a sentiment that extends to their fans as well.
“At least during our performance, I hope you can forget your worries,” JIWOO added. “You did well just by coming here.”
By the time the final notes echoed through the theater, fans shared that this experience meant so much more than a typical tour stop; it was a space where genre, performance, and vulnerability collided in real time.
“Until the day we meet again,” BAE said, “please take care of yourselves and love yourselves even more.”