Global icons BTS will release their first-ever live album Permission to Dance on Stage – Live on July 18, accompanied by the digital companion BTS Permission to Dance on Stage – Seoul. The announcement comes weeks after the septet’s full reunion following military service completion.
The album immortalizes their record-shattering 2021-2022 tour, which evolved from online concerts to packed arenas across Seoul, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, amassing over 4 million spectators through in-person and virtual shows. Featuring 22 electrifying live tracks, it includes never-before-released concert versions of global smashes like “Dynamite,” “Butter,” and “Boy With Luv (feat. Halsey).”
Key Components
- Live Album: 22-track audio recording capturing stadium energy
- Seoul Digital Companion:
- 141-minute HD film of final Olympic Stadium performance (March 2022)
- Exclusive 92-page digital photobook with behind-the-scenes interviews
- Accessible via Weverse digital card
The Grammy-nominated group (RM, Jin, Suga, J-hope, Jimin, V, Jung Kook) – holders of six Billboard #1 singles since 2020 and 2021 AMAs Artist of the Year – marks their official return to music after concluding mandatory service in June.
Pre-orders begin July 1 at major retailers, with streaming availability worldwide July 18.
Hye Rin Choi is a writer and entrepreneur from Seoul, South Korea. She breathes Korean culture and history. She’s passionate and committed to helping people learn more about her fascinating country.