The auditions will take place in Seoul, Daejeon, Gwangju, Busan, and Jeju, targeting individuals born from 2008 to 2016.
All participants can apply in vocal, rap, or dance categories.
[TV Daily Reporter Kim Hangil] KOZ Entertainment is on the lookout for the next generation of K-pop talent. On January 2nd, KOZ announced through its official social media that it will hold the ‘KOZ 2026 Audition Tour - KOREA.’ This marks the first domestic audition from KOZ since late 2022, and it will take place in five cities: Seoul, Daejeon, Gwangju, Busan, and Jeju. Open to individuals born from 2008 to 2016, regardless of nationality or gender, participants can showcase their skills in vocal, rap, or dance categories. Applications can be submitted online and offline, with specific dates set for Daejeon on January 24, Gwangju on January 25, Busan on January 31, Jeju on February 1, and Seoul on February 7-8. Through this audition process, KOZ aims to discover passionate newcomers and cultivate them into future K-pop stars.
This audition by KOZ serves as a crucial platform for discovering diverse talents within the K-pop industry, following the successful trajectory of BOYNEXTDOOR. The open audition format allows for significant fan participation, creating a unique opportunity for engagement with prospective idols. By establishing a stage where true talent can shine, KOZ lays the foundation for nurturing the next generation of K-pop stars.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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