NewJeans have told NME that they find inspiration for their performances by watching other artists, specifically Billie Eilish.Chatting with NME after their Lollapalooza 2023 set, NewJeans – consisting of members Hyein, Danielle, Minji, Hanni and Haerin – explained that they all watched Eilish perform together in Brazil as a way to gain inspiration for their performance.“We watched Billie Eilish all together in Brazil but we watched a lot of other artists and performers, especially at Lollapalooza because the scale is incredible and it’s our first time performing so we need to be ready,” shared Danielle.After being asked about who their dream festival headliner would be, the group immediately said Eilish.A post shared by NewJeans (@newjeans_official)“Billie Eilish.
We’ve watched a lot of her videos and got so much inspiration. We also love her energy and her songs,” said Minji.NewJeans are set to play the famous Chicago music festival on it’s opening day (July 3), the same day that the ‘Happier Than Ever’ singer is set to headline.The K-pop group released their latest EP ‘Get Up’ last month.
In a five-star review of the EP, NME shared: “As first years go, NewJeans’ had been nothing short of a dream even before ‘Get Up’.
Now, though, with six more flawless songs and yet more songwriting credits for Haerin and Danielle, they’re capping off their first 12 months and introducing the next round in divine style.
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