EL CAPITXN Shines at 'V.A.F Showcase,' Blending K-Pop with Virtual Reality

The 'V.A.F Showcase (Virtual Artist Festival Showcase),' featuring K-pop hitmaker and global DJ EL CAPITXN (엘캐피탄), successfully concluded on the 1st at ARJU Cheongdam in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

This groundbreaking showcase brought together real-world artists and virtual counterparts, including EL CAPITXN, XIN, BEWAVE, INXIA, and No Min-woo. They presented an immersive experience that combined performance, exhibition, and interactive elements, forging a new paradigm for popular culture by merging K-pop with virtual content.

Under the slogan 'V.A.F, Beyond Reality into a World of Fantasy,' the event featured a unique attempt where artists and their digital avatars coexisted on a single stage. Audiences were transported beyond physical reality, engaging with the narrative and emotions of virtual IPs for a novel concert experience.

BEWAVE connected with fans through real-time gaming content via TikTok LIVE, enabling seamless interaction with a global audience. Additionally, INXIA's virtual DJing prototype demonstration, AR character collection, and displays of virtual merchandise allowed attendees to explore a rich tapestry of content linked to various worldviews, enjoying a new form of performance blending the virtual and real.

A representative from Royal Streamer stated, 'This showcase, featuring EL CAPITXN's DJ performance and the collaboration between K-pop artists and virtual IPs, is a musical experiment that blurs the lines between reality and virtuality. It's also the first step towards a global communication platform where fans worldwide can participate simultaneously.' They added, 'We plan to continue K-pop virtual shows in major Asian markets like China and Japan, accelerating the global expansion of performance and interactive content.'

Netizens commented, 'EL CAPITXN's stage was amazing!', 'Virtual artists are so fresh,' and 'I want to see it on a bigger scale next time,' expressing their anticipation for future showcases.