LE SSERAFIM Performed at iHeartRadio Music Festival
The K-pop girl group made history with their debut performance at the Las Vegas event.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Latin
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LE SSERAFIM became the first K-pop girl group to perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival, taking the stage at Las Vegas's T-Mobile Arena. The group showcased their dynamic range during the second night of the festivities.
Why it matters
This appearance marks a milestone for the group and K-pop acts on the global festival stage. Their inclusion highlights the growing influence and reach of international pop talent within mainstream American music festivals.
The group performed a six-song setlist, including their recent track BOOMPALA from the album PUREFLOW, pt. 1. BOOMPALA notably samples the 1993 hit Macarena, which the group incorporated into their choreography.
The players
LE SSERAFIM
This is a South Korean girl group formed by Source Music consisting of members Sakura, Hong Eunchae, Kazuha, Huh Yunjin, and Kim Chaewon.
The details
During the performance at T-Mobile Arena, the group performed Made My Night, Iconic By Mistake, Saki, SPAGHETTI, CRAZY, and BOOMPALA. Members Sakura, Hong Eunchae, Kazuha, Huh Yunjin, and Kim Chaewon utilized elements of the original 1993 Macarena choreography to connect with the audience.
Timeline
The original Macarena song was released in 1993.
LE SSERAFIM performed at the festival on September 19, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The set reflects the ongoing shift in the music industry as major festivals prioritize globalized lineups to reach wider, international audiences. This performance follows a pattern set by the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival to integrate cross-genre talent.
Fans who missed the live performance can seek out recordings of the festival set online to see the choreographed routine. The group's continued festival presence suggests further opportunities for fans to catch live appearances in major U.S. markets.
The takeaway
The performance underscores how legacy tracks like the Macarena remain relevant tools for global pop artists to engage diverse festival crowds. Listeners can explore the evolution of these samples by comparing modern K-pop arrangements to the original 1990s dance hits.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by American Top 40.
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