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Global Spin Live: K-Pop Powerhouses ENHYPEN Bring "ParadoXXX Invasion" To Life On The GRAMMY Museum Stage
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Global Spin Live: K-Pop Powerhouses ENHYPEN Bring "ParadoXXX Invasion" To Life On The GRAMMY Museum Stage

Fast-rising septet ENHYPEN bring lock-step choreography, charisma and amped-up vocals to the stage in this performance of "ParadoXXX Invasion," a track off their summer 2022 mini-album, 'Manifesto: Day 1.'

GRAMMYs/Dec 7, 2022 - 10:06 pm

Since their debut in November 2020, South Korean septet ENHYPEN have already taken the K-pop world by storm. Their first mini-album, 2020's Border: Day One, immediately established the group as an act to watch, landing the biggest first week of sales for a single album of any K-pop group that year. Two more mini-albums and a full-length project later, ENHYPEN have proved that those numbers were no fluke.

ENHYPEN broke onto the scene during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, meaning that much of their early success happened virtually. Unable to tour, they leaned into their online following and connected with fans over remote platforms. But in 2022, they kicked off their MANIFESTO world tour, adding real-life performance elements to their music and getting closer to their listeners.

"Before we used to only communicate online. We're feeling [their love] more now," the group told Bandwagon Asia earlier this month during a stop in the Philippines.

In this episode of Global Spin Live, ENHYPEN bring that same energy and connection to Los Angeles for a performance of their high-energy song, "ParadoXXX Invasion," at the GRAMMY Museum. 

The seven bandmates bring precise, bouncy choreography to their performance, along with an uptempo beat and colorful vocal range that comes from a variety of singers taking a turn at the mic. "ParadoXXX Invasion" is the second single from ENHYPEN's Manifesto: Day 1 mini-album, a six-song collection that dropped in July.

Global Spin Live is held in conjunction with the GRAMMY Museum and GRAMMY.com as a live event extension of the popular online series, Global Spin, showcasing Global Music artists. Press play on the video above to watch, and keep checking back to GRAMMY.com for more episodes of Global Spin.

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Global Spin: Japanese Rock Band MAN WITH A MISSION Tear Up The Stage With An Electric Performance Of "Fly Again"
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Global Spin: Japanese Rock Band MAN WITH A MISSION Tear Up The Stage With An Electric Performance Of "Fly Again"

The half-man, half-wolf Japanese metal band MAN WITH A MISSION throw down on stage in this live performance of "Fly Again," a track from their 2011 self-titled album.

GRAMMYs/May 30, 2023 - 05:00 pm

Japanese rockers MAN WITH A MISSION don't reveal their aesthetic in dribs and drabs; within mere seconds, you know what they're all about. And that's getting hyped — in the wolfiest of ways.*

Donning their signature canine headgear, the heavy Japanese collective gets throngs of disciples turnt up as they absolutely lay into a rendition of "Fly Again." The feeling is so new/ Believe in what you do," goes one verse. "Don't you ever be afraid in losing/ That's the clue." A wolf's creed indeed!

In this episode of Global Spin, raise a glass to AAPI month with this hair-raising live performance by a group at the vanguard of Japanese heaviness. And if you'd like to join the thrilled masses in this video, MAN WITH A MISSION are in the midst of a North American tour.

Enjoy MAN WITH A MISSION's electrifying performance of "Fly Again" above, and check back to GRAMMY.com for more episodes of Global Spin.

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Global Spin: Eva B Basks In The Pakistani Sun In This Exclusive Performance Of "Sunrise In Lyari"
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Global Spin: Eva B Basks In The Pakistani Sun In This Exclusive Performance Of "Sunrise In Lyari"

Hijabi rapper Eva B shows love for her hometown of Karachi, Pakistan, with this feel-good — and fittingly sun-soaked — performance of her new song, "Sunrise in Lyari," premiering on Global Spin.

GRAMMYs/May 16, 2023 - 05:00 pm

Budding musician Eva B is proudly touted as the first female rapper in Pakistan. In just a few years, the young artist has worked alongside international star Kaifi Khalil and had her breakthrough single, "Rozi," featured in an episode of Ms. Marvel. But, it wasn't always smooth sailing for the rising star.

Despite finding her passion for music, Eva B's family feared being a musician would taint her image and make it difficult to find a partner in a conservative country. Eventually, her family realized her calling and encouraged her to continue anonymously. Now, she's making an impact as one of the only veiled entertainers in pop culture.

In this episode of Global Spin, Eva B performs "Sunrise in Lyari," an infectious rap track about her roots in Karachi, Pakistan that she wrote exclusively for Global Spin. The Pakistani songstress wears a traditional dress, hijab and mask as she raps from her local streets.

In an interview with The News, Eva B revealed that Eminem inspired her to start rapping. "I was blown away and fascinated by what I had heard. I went on to ask my friends what this music is really about. I never thought that music could be like this," she explained — and the influence is clear from her intense, rapid delivery. 

Press play on the video above to watch Eva B's crisp performance of "Sunrise in Lyari," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more episodes of Global Spin.

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Global Spin: CHTHONIC Advocates For Change With A Performance Of "Pattonkan" At Megaport Festival
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Global Spin: CHTHONIC Advocates For Change With A Performance Of "Pattonkan" At Megaport Festival

Live from their home country, Taiwanese metal band CHTHONIC deliver an electrifying performance of their "Pattonkan," a song frontman Freddy Lim wrote after an inspiring conversation with the son of a White Terror victim.

GRAMMYs/May 2, 2023 - 05:00 pm

By blending contemporary and traditional instruments, CHTHONIC bridges the two contrasting sides of Taiwan: the historic, mystic homeland of Austronesian peoples, and its bustling, technology-driven modern image. The metal band often uses cultural mythology, folklore and historical events to drive their music — and their latest single, "Pattonkan," is no different.

"Pattonkan" is CHTHONIC's first studio release since their 2018 album, Battlefields of Asura, written in honor of Kao Yi-sheng, an outspoken democracy advocate executed during the White Terror repression. The song title is a reference to Jade Mountain, a sacred area in Taiwan that Kao mentioned in his final letter to his family.

In this episode of Global Spin, CHTHONIC performs "Pattonkan," live from the Megaport Festival in Takao City, Taiwan. The quintet's energetic performance is charged by headbanging, fans jumping along, and confetti fluttering in the air.

Outside of their musical endeavors, CHTHONIC are active educators and human rights activists, with the group's frontman, Freddy Lim, acting as a member of the Legislative Yuan and a founder of the New Power Party. Lim also worked alongside his wife and bandmate, Doris Yeh, to form the Taiwan Rock Alliance, one of the lead organizers of the Formoz and Megaport music festivals in the country.

Press play on the video above to watch CHTHONIC's energetic performance of "Pattonkan," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more new episodes of Global Spin.

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Global Spin: RIOPY (Literally) Takes You To Church In This Angelic Performance Of "Drive"
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Global Spin: RIOPY (Literally) Takes You To Church In This Angelic Performance Of "Drive"

French pianist RIOPY delivers an eight-minute, improvisational performance of "Drive" — a track from his 2018 self-titled debut album — in front of a live audience at a church.

GRAMMYs/Apr 18, 2023 - 05:02 pm

RIOPY is living proof that the power of music transcends language. Since his solo debut in 2018, the self-taught French pianist has conveyed powerful feelings of love and sorrow through precisely composed instrumental piano albums.

"Sometimes I can't find the words to express myself, whether that's in French or English," he told Classic FM earlier this year. "But music is the deepest connection to emotions — it's how I'm able to express an emotion that I can't with words." 

In this episode of Global Spin, RIOPY offers a riveting eight-minute performance of "Drive," a track from his self-titled breakthrough album. He performs the song in front of a live audience at a church, adding three extra minutes of improvisation.

On April 14, RIOPY released his fourth studio album, THRIVE. According to a press statement, THRIVE "evokes the inner strength that guides us to fulfill our goals." 

RIOPY will embark on a tour through North America and Europe to celebrate the album, beginning April 26 in Stockholm, Sweden, and concluding December 8 in Saint-grégoire, France.

Press play on the video above to watch RIOPY's awe-inspiring performance of "Drive," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more new episodes of Global Spin.

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