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KATSEYE Unveils Film, EP, World Tour Amid Two Member Hiatuses
KATSEYE is a music group made up of singers from different countries who live in Los Angeles.
The group was formed in 2023 and became famous after appearing on a Netflix show.
Two of the members, Sophia and Manon, are taking a break to rest and take care of their health.
The other four members are still performing and making music.
A new movie about the group, called 'KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS,' is coming to theaters around the world.
A new collection of songs called the 'Wild' EP will be released on August 14.
The group will start a big world tour on September 1.
They have popular songs like 'Touch,' 'Gnarly,' and 'Gabriela,' which was nominated for a Grammy.
The movie shows their journey from the very beginning to becoming stars.
KATSEYE members Sophia Laforteza and Manon Bannerman are on hiatus for mental health and wellness, leaving the group performing with four members.
The concert film 'KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS' arrives in theaters worldwide on Wednesday, chronicling the group's journey.
The group's 'Wild' EP drops August 14, featuring Lara Raj's co-written track 'Unloveu' and viral fan-favorite 'Pinky Up.'
The 'WILD WORLD TOUR' kicks off September 1, with Sophia Laforteza's condition to be reassessed in September.
KATSEYE rose to fame as finalists on the 2023 Netflix series The Debut: Dream Academy, with hits including 'Touch,' 'Gnarly,' and Grammy-nominated 'Gabriela.'
- Who
- KATSEYE, a Los Angeles-based multinational girl group formed in 2023, including members Sophia Laforteza and Manon Bannerman (both on hiatus) and active members Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, and Yoonchae Jeung.
- What
- The release of the concert film 'KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS,' the upcoming 'Wild' EP, and the 'WILD WORLD TOUR' while two members take hiatuses.
- Where
- Los Angeles as the group's base, with the film releasing in theaters worldwide.
- When
- The film arrives in theaters Wednesday; the 'Wild' EP drops August 14; Sophia's hiatus began August 7; Manon's hiatus was announced February 20; and the tour kicks off September 1.
- Why
- To show fans a more authentic side of the group and to prioritize members' mental health and wellness.
Key facts
- Group
- KATSEYE
- Based
- Los Angeles; formed 2023
- Members on hiatus
- Sophia Laforteza, Manon Bannerman
- Active members
- Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, Yoonchae Jeung
- Concert film
- KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS
- EP
- Wild (August 14)
- Tour
- WILD WORLD TOUR (September 1)
- Notable hits
- Touch, Gnarly, Grammy-nominated Gabriela
Quotes
Megan Skiendiel
Member of KATSEYE, Hawaiian native vocalist
“"Looking back, I was a wreck most of the time. I think it really prepared me for now, to this coming day, being an artist, to being in front of the public eye."”
wionews.com
“"She, no matter what, will always be a part of KATSEYE. I think it's a lovely thing for us and the fans to see the true, full journey."”
wionews.com
Sources
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