“ALICIA KEYS” 17-time GRAMMY Award singer-songwriter, musician and producer to Take the Stage at SUMMER SONIC BANGKOK 2025
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Plus a Powerhouse Lineup of Artists from Japan, Korea, and Thailand
After creating major buzz with its first lineup announcement, the world-renowned music festival SUMMER SONIC BANGKOK 2025 is back in the spotlight! Organized by CI Showbiz, a leading concert and music festival organizer in Thailand, as the Official Local Partner, in collaboration with Bangkok Connect, the exclusive rights holder in Thailand, Paradise E&A, and Creativeman Productions, the legendary creators of SUMMER SONIC. This year’s festival is set to take place on August 23–24, 2025 at IMPACT Challenger Halls 1-3.
Hot on the heels of the first lineup reveal, SUMMER SONIC BANGKOK 2025 is turning up the heat with its second wave of artists—headlined by none other than the Global Superstar ALICIA KEYS! The notable American singer-songwriter is best known for timeless hits like “If I Ain’t Got You”, which was hailed as one of the best songs of 2004 and earned her the GRAMMY Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 2005. With her extraordinary talent and unmatched musicality, Alicia Keys has carved out her place as the undisputed 17-time GRAMMY Award singer-songwriter, musician and producer, delivering hit after hit including Empire State of Mind, No One, My Boo, You Don’t Know My Name, Girl on Fire, and Fallin’.
Get ready to scream to CHANYEOL, who made his debut in 2012 as a member of EXO, one of the most iconic K-pop groups of all time. With EXO’s worldwide popularity driven by chart-topping hits like “Growl,” “Overdose,” “CALL ME BABY,” “Monster,” “Ko Ko Bop,” “Tempo,” and “Love Shot,” he quickly gained recognition for his standout performance skills and versatile musicality. As a solo artist, CHANYEOL has built a dynamic solo career that spans singles, collaborations, and features, as well as contributions to soundtracks for films, dramas, and webtoons. Known for his genre-defying versatility and creative range, he continues to expand his musical footprint. In 2024, CHANYEOL released his highly anticipated first solo album, "Black Out," which soared to the top of the iTunes charts in 53 regions worldwide, underscoring his international impact. He then launched his first solo tour, "City-scape," captivating audiences across 11 cities in Asia with 18 sold-out shows, including encore performances. The tour highlighted his artistic evolution and deepened his connection with audiences as a commanding solo performer.
And just when your heart starts to settle, get ready to fall for the K-POP scene’s rising stars: KickFlip, JYP Entertainment’s newest boy group, who made their debut earlier this year. With members Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Juwang, Minje, Keiju, and Donghyeon, these seven heartthrobs have already captured the attention of fans worldwide. Audiences can expect electrifying performances packed with charm and their signature choreography, featuring tracks from their debut mini-album Flip it, Kick it!
Next up, we’ve got something special for Vocaloid and electronic music fans! Introducing KIKUO, the talented Japanese composer and producer celebrated for his unique Vocaloid-driven creations. His distinctive style blends sweet, high-pitched melodies with deeper, haunting undertones—layered with rich instrumentation and effects that create an immersive, surreal soundscape. KIKUO’s track Love Me, Love Me, Love Me became a viral hit, becoming the first Vocaloid song to surpass 100 million streams on Spotify, and also reaching 100 million views on YouTube—a groundbreaking moment for the genre. His other hits, including You Are a Useless Child, Dance of the Corpses, and the Thai fan-favorite I’m Sorry I’m Sorry, have also garnered massive attention, inspiring countless covers worldwide. In 2024, KIKUO completed Kikuoland: Go-Round—the first full-scale world tour by a Vocaloid producer—with 41 shows across 19 countries and regions. This will mark his debut in Thailand and Southeast Asia.
Representing Thai artists with pride, JEFF SATUR, the hottest Thai music sensation right now, is another standout talent who will take the stage at SUMMER SONIC BANGKOK 2025 this year. With his charm, unique voice, and versatile talents, he quickly rose to become one of Thailand’s top artists. His tracks, including Fade and Ghost, have garnered massive views, solidifying his place in the music scene. Get ready, Saturdayss fans, and come cheer on “Jeff” at the festival.
Don’t miss out! Experience the limitless excitement at SUMMER SONIC BANGKOK 2025, taking place on August 23-24, 2025 at IMPACT Challenger Hall 1-3. You can purchase Pre-Sale tickets at special prices from May 3 - May 26, 2025, with the following ticket options:
Alicia Keys is an 17-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician, producer, founder of Keys Soulcare, New York Times best-selling author, film/television and Broadway producer, accomplished actress, entrepreneur, and a powerful force in the world of activism. She is one of the original founders of She Is The Music, an initiative to create change for women and build an equal future for music. Since the release of her monumental 2001 debut album, SONGS IN A MINOR, Keys has sold over 65 million records, over 5 billion streams and built an unparalleled repertoire of hits and accomplishments. Alicia has become the #1 RIAA certified Female R&B artist of the millennium with over 37 Million certified track sales (US) and 20 Million Album Sales (US). Hit songs “Empire State of Mind” and “No One” were both RIAA Diamond-certified in 2024, having sold over 10 million units each. She released her eighth studio album, KEYS (Original and Unlocked) - a double album - in 2021 followed by a Deluxe version in 2022 and a sold out ALICIA + KEYS World Tour that celebrated the KEYS and ALICIA albums.
Alicia released her book, “More Myself: A Journey” via Flatiron Books which debuted and spent multiple weeks on The New York Times Bestseller List. In March 2022, she released her first graphic novel titled, “Girl On Fire” with HarperCollins. Keys released her first-ever holiday album SANTA BABY in November 2022 which includes 4 original songs including the single “December Back 2 June.” In 2023 Keys completed a spectacular, 360 degree show, the KEYS TO THE SUMMER TOUR, which hit 22 cities across North America. In February 2024 Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, the first-ever exhibition of the Dean Collection featuring nearly one hundred significant works by Black diasporic artists, opened at The Brooklyn Museum of Art. Giants will open at Minneapolis Institute of Art in March of 2025 after its exhibition at Atlanta’s High Museum of Art.
HELL’S KITCHEN, the original stage musical Keys diligently worked for 13 years to create, opened on Broadway at the Shubert Theater on April 20, 2024 to critical acclaim and commercial success. HELL’S KITCHEN went on to receive 13 Tony Award nominations, with two Tony Award wins, and the 2025 GRAMMY® Award for Best Musical Theater Album. HELL’S KITCHEN will launch a North American tour in fall of 2025. Keys was honored with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award at the 2025 GRAMMY® Awards.
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