BTS Returns: ARIRANG Concert Series Kicks Off in Tampa

0:00It's April 26th. Tampa Bay News today starts now, AI-powered and ready. I'm Corey with the story. BTS just kicked off their Orion concert series in Tampa on Saturday, marking the end of a nearly four-year hiatus that had fans on edge worldwide. The South Korean boy band stepped away for mandatory military service and personal projects, but now they're back on stage, delivering the high energy. Show army has been craving. Fans travel from all over, like from Orlando, Raleigh, and even eight hours away from Georgia, turning the venue into a massive family reunion vibe, with everyone swapping souvenirs and sharing that unbreakable bond. For many, this hit deep. Some doubted the group would return after such a long split, but seeing them live felt like a dream fulfilled, especially after past cancellations from COVID and missed tours. BTS says they used the break to grow stronger as individuals, and with this Tampa opener, lighting up the crowd, it looks like they're ready to take.

1:02Over again, stronger than before.